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Dec 16, 2012 | 09:17 PM

#31

Stew Pidaso

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Remember to return the setting to zero after using the torque wrench before putting it away. That helps it retain it's accurate calibration.

Dec 17, 2012 | 10:43 AM

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Bingee

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Originally Posted by 3408pete

how do you calibrate the scales that weighs the water??How do you allow for the weight of the rope or is it included in on the 10lbs of the water, bucket???Think about it if your scales were off 4 ozs on 10 lbs how much would that affect it at 130 ft lbs.How do you determine how much the bucket drops after the click.Personally I wouldnt waste my time

For most people this is NOT all that hard to figure out. The arithmatic needed is taught in the third grade. The rest is common sense.

Dec 17, 2012 | 11:29 AM

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3408pete

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Originally Posted by Bingee

For most people this is NOT all that hard to figure out. The arithmatic needed is taught in the third grade. The rest is common sense.

I have the math---------------I just dont have your brand of common sense.I want my torque wrench calibrated in all areas of its range,not just 10 ft lbs