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techtalk:ref:tools123 [2020/05/22 01:06] hippysmack [Selecting the Right Torque Wrench] |
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====== Torque Wrenches and Attachments ====== | ====== Torque Wrenches and Attachments ====== | ||
====== Selecting the Right Torque Wrench ====== | ====== Selecting the Right Torque Wrench ====== | ||
- | See also [[techtalk:ref:tools025#torque_wrench_care_and_usage_related_charts_and_information|Torque Wrench Care and Usage, Related Charts and Information]] \\ | + | See also in the Sportsterpedia: |
+ | * [[techtalk:ref:tools025#torque_wrench_care_and_usage_related_charts_and_information|Torque Wrench Care and Usage, Related Charts and Information]] | ||
+ | * [[techtalk:ref:tools025#torque_wrench_calibration|Torque Wrench Calibration]] | ||
* First criteria is to find a torque wrench that is calibrated for the torque value you'll be needing, no brainer. \\ Check the torque specs for what you'll be working on and buy a wrench that works in that range. | * First criteria is to find a torque wrench that is calibrated for the torque value you'll be needing, no brainer. \\ Check the torque specs for what you'll be working on and buy a wrench that works in that range. | ||
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The turn the wrench until the two dials line up. \\ | The turn the wrench until the two dials line up. \\ | ||
- | | CDI (Snap-On) dial torque wrench. ((photo by wachuko of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1688133)) \\ 0-250 in/lbs | | + | | CDI (Snap-On) dial torque wrench. ((photo by wachuko of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1688133)) ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showpost.php?p=5174807&postcount=61)) \\ 0-250 in/lbs || |
- | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dial_type_torque_wrench_by_wachuko.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dial_type_torque_wrench_by_wachuko.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dial_torque_wrench_by_wachuko.png?direct&200|}}| |
===== Clicker Type Wrench ===== | ===== Clicker Type Wrench ===== | ||
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===== Beam Type Wrench ===== | ===== Beam Type Wrench ===== | ||
- | * The beam type torque wrench has a long pointed bar that bends at a controlled rate with added pressure. \\ The point moves along a graduated gauge to indicate the amount of torque applied. \\ When the gauge reaches the required torque, you stop turning the wrench. | + | * Beam style torque wrenches contain a floating handle, with allows the handle to pivot as you turn the wrench. |
+ | * The bar bends at a controlled rate with added pressure. \\ The point moves along a graduated gauge to indicate the amount of torque applied. \\ When the gauge reaches the required torque, you stop turning the wrench. | ||
* There are no more moving parts than the beam itself. | * There are no more moving parts than the beam itself. | ||
* Your eyes alone tell you when you have reached the correct torque value. | * Your eyes alone tell you when you have reached the correct torque value. | ||
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| Flare nut crows foot. \\ Tight corners for non-slip function. ((photo by Hopper of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=395586)) | Cheap crows foot. \\ Rounded corners can slip. ((photo by Hippysmack)) | Using a crows foot on a torque wrench ((photo by Hippysmack)) | | | Flare nut crows foot. \\ Tight corners for non-slip function. ((photo by Hopper of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=395586)) | Cheap crows foot. \\ Rounded corners can slip. ((photo by Hippysmack)) | Using a crows foot on a torque wrench ((photo by Hippysmack)) | | ||
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