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Torque Wrenches

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by MaximAl400, Jul 18, 2010.

  1. MaximAl400

    MaximAl400 New Member

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    So I've got myself deep enough into things that I now need a torque wrench. Most of my sockets are 3/8" drive, but most torque wrenches I see available are 1/2" drive. Does using an adaptor to be able to use my sockets affect the reading?

    Tanks,

    MaximAl
     
    MaximAl400, Jul 18, 2010
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    wizard Active Member

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    No, that's fine.
     
    wizard, Jul 19, 2010
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    However, most torque wrenches that work in the range needed for your XJ (except maybe the axle nuts) are going to be 3/8" drive.

    Most stuff is under 50 ft/lb; a lot of the small stuff is in inch-pounds.

    The absolute best bet is a 25-250 in/lb micrometer wrench AND a 10-100 ft/lb wrench; both will end up being 3/8" drive.
     
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