since we're on the topic, anybody got takes on torque sticks? i mean obviously theyre not lab equipment but would it be smart to pick up a set so i don't accidentally friction weld a lug nut on?
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unless its in like inch lbs you're probably fine just not going ham with the impact. the real use for them is to make sure you're going ham enough
aug 31, 2025, 11:49 pm • 1 0 • view
10-4 gotcha
aug 31, 2025, 11:50 pm • 1 0 • view
also some of them are straight up lab equipment. there are torque wrenches in the thousands of dollars
aug 31, 2025, 11:53 pm • 1 0 • view
I've got this adorable little fella for the inside bench. Originally bought it to torque the screws on an Epyc CPU mount, now i use it for mounting red dots and also being a dick about my PC case screws. Actually came with a signed calibration sheet and all, close enough for government work
sep 1, 2025, 2:27 am • 1 0 • view
They’re fine for getting in the “close enough” range. It’s easy to overtighten lug nuts with a 1/2” impact gun, especially when you’re new to using them.
sep 1, 2025, 12:49 am • 1 0 • view
i suspect like 95% of my impact usage will be counterclockwise. i got ratchets and breaker bars and whatnot. Ive got the Cheap 1/2" torque wrench and yeah i know it's not good, but it's better than not having a torque wrench. I might upgrade that idk.
sep 1, 2025, 2:24 am • 1 0 • view