Torque Wrench question
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2011
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From: Mountain Top, Alabama
A friend told me all His torque wrenches are right hand models. I told Him if He lays on His back when He uses them, they become left hand wrenches!
Always glad to help a fellow out!
Always glad to help a fellow out!
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Centeral Coast, California
Harbor Freight might not be most accurate but I'm not building rocket ships either. They are guaranteed accurate within a certain % and have lifetime guarantee. A FOOL and his money is soon parted. Why spend more just to have big name tool is foolish if your not making a living using them. Most backyard mechanics would never wear one out. No different than oil, lift or anything else as long as its within what specs you need why pay more.
I responded to your statement that HF torque wrenches were "quality" tools, and that's factually untrue. Don't get me wrong....I LOVE HF. That place is like candy land for an adult male that likes to work with his hands, and also works on a budget. I fall into both categories. That being said, some, if not a lot, of what they sell cannot be classified as "quality". Fact. A perfect case in point would be their motorcycle jacks. I don't think there's one guy on this forum that would call it "quality". Is it good enough? Sure....for some, me included. But "quality" (?)....no way. I use mine infrequently for that reason. But for you to take this into the area of supposition, and imply that it's a fool who spends more money on quality tools betrays your ignorance.
I am going to give you the benefit of the doubt; you're smarter than that.
Last edited by gipper; Jan 9, 2017 at 09:04 AM.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2013
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From: Harleysville, PA
Yes, the old saying (is true for the most part) as some things are over priced: You generally get what you pay for!
Common sense plays a huge roll, if you lack it, ask a professional what he suggests. Taking the cheep way out, may or may not work. But ask your self, if you own a Harley, buy quality parts, shouldn't you maintain the same for your tools bro?
Remember, you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink!
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Common sense plays a huge roll, if you lack it, ask a professional what he suggests. Taking the cheep way out, may or may not work. But ask your self, if you own a Harley, buy quality parts, shouldn't you maintain the same for your tools bro?
Remember, you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink!
B Bop
2012 FLHR (Road King) Ember Red Sunglo & Merlo
Cruise Control, ABS, Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced Spoke Tubeless Wheels, Security Package, Saddle Bag LED Lid Spoilers, and an array of accessories that enhances nostalgic appearance & blood curdling performance.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 541
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Yes, the old saying (is true for the most part) as some things are over priced: You generally get what you pay for!
Common sense plays a huge roll, if you lack it, ask a professional what he suggests. Taking the cheep way out, may or may not work. But ask your self, if you own a Harley, buy quality parts, shouldn't you maintain the same for your tools bro?
Remember, you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink!
B Bop
2012 FLHR (Road King) Ember Red Sunglo & Merlo
Cruise Control, ABS, Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced Spoke Tubeless Wheels, Security Package, Saddle Bag LED Lid Spoilers, and an array of accessories that enhances nostalgic appearance & blood curdling performance.
Common sense plays a huge roll, if you lack it, ask a professional what he suggests. Taking the cheep way out, may or may not work. But ask your self, if you own a Harley, buy quality parts, shouldn't you maintain the same for your tools bro?
Remember, you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink!
B Bop
2012 FLHR (Road King) Ember Red Sunglo & Merlo
Cruise Control, ABS, Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced Spoke Tubeless Wheels, Security Package, Saddle Bag LED Lid Spoilers, and an array of accessories that enhances nostalgic appearance & blood curdling performance.
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Centeral Coast, California
No problems here....it is after all, your bike that you use your tools on.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2013
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From: Harleysville, PA
Wish you well, PEACE!
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2012 FLHR (Road King) Ember Red Sunglo & Merlo
Cruise Control, ABS, Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced Spoke Tubeless Wheels, Security Package, Saddle Bag LED Lid Spoilers, and an array of accessories that enhances nostalgic appearance & blood curdling performance.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2012
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From: Charlotte
typical forum. I ask a legit question. I get some good answers directly answering my question. Then, I get pages of immature, internet arguments over what? Some people like HF tools, some don't. Just leave it alone. You're not winning any arguments.
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I can't wait for Winter to be over so ****'s can get out there and ride again.
