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Old Jan 18, 2022 | 02:51 PM
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Looking for a decent torque wrench for lower values ... say up to 20 ft lb. Any recommendations for a decent wrench that won't break the bank? Looking for the click type. Thanks
 
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Old Jan 18, 2022 | 02:57 PM
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CDI if you don't want to spend Snap-On money.
 
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In that low range you might consider getting an inch lb. torque wrench that reads up to 250 in.lb.
 
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In that low range you might consider getting an inch lb. torque wrench that reads up to 250 in.lb.
Yep, I agree... will look at those
 
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CDI if you don't want to spend Snap-On money.
Yep, they are a leading contender ... maybe a tad more than I am wanting to spend but probably worth it
 
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CDI or Gear Wrench, Snap-On is nice but pricy. Hate to say it ,but Harbor Freight is not bad for the little use a home guy would use them. They are fairly accurate and did well in tests.
 
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CDI or Gear Wrench, Snap-On is nice but pricy. Hate to say it ,but Harbor Freight is not bad for the little use a home guy would use them. They are fairly accurate and did well in tests.
I think I remember their icon series testing well.. Will take a look. They have a lifetime warranty and to replace just bring it into any of their stores...
 
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Bought my inch lb snap on off ebay years ago, never hurts to look
 
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Proto torque wrenches are still made in US.

Not cheap, but not crazy expensive like the Snap On units.

Proto Torque Wrench Proto Torque Wrench
 
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