I picked up a sweet 1/2 snap on Harley Davidson edition torque wrench the other day that's 50-250ft lbs and need to cover lower than that I have been researching cdi which is a snap on brand and was wondering if anyone had any experience with them

 

I have a cornwell I believe. Its blue. Works like a charm. Its the digital one that does several units. I used it when I broke down my f250s engine down to the valley. It worked good. Check around ebay for a deal. Thats what I did. I have the 3/8 (next size down from 1/2).

 

Snap-on has gone to China for some of its stuff. In case you care.

 

Snap-on made in China? Say it isn't so!

 

After looking at a single socket for 20 plus dollars I had enough of snap on. Their made in china line is blue as opposed to red. Perhaps a more familiar member could elaborate.

 

I have 2 CDI torque wrenches in 1/4 and 3/8. Both are well made and come with factory calibration certificates, and are easy to adjust and use.

CDI tech. support will tell you that their wrench is the same as a Snap On, EXCEPT that the CDI wrench comes with an imported ratchet head while the Snap On comes with their own ratchet head.

It's a great wrench, by the way. The working part (guts) of the wrench are the same as Snap On according to their people.

 

Craftsman & Kobalt work well too and not as $pendy...

 

I recently bought 2 CDI dial type wrenches. 0-175 ftlbs and 0-150 inlbs. There are a bit pricey but its one area I wanted accuracy and long life. They've been working out great, I love 'em.

 

I have this one.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Snap-On-ATEC...094c47&vxp=mtr

one of the best tools I've ever bought.

 

I believe what youre referring to is Snap Ons Bluepoint line. I know most of the bluepoint still carries the same warranty, at least over the years my dealer has replaced some tools. Not sure if its the company policy or the service the dealer offers to his customers.

As far as their cost yes they are expensive but when you have high grade polished 12 point stainless, Torx, or Allen on motors nothing beats a quality socket where you dont munch the hardware. If anyone disagrees with this statement they have never wrenched professionally, period!