Lexivon Torque Wrenches: 1/2" Drive Click Torque Wrench Expired

Do not use a torque wrench to loosen nuts, bolts, or any other seized hardware. It seems you were alluding to the same, but it should be explicitly stated especially for those unfamiliar with torque wrenches and their proper uses.

For seized hardware, here's an overview of the most common tools and correct methods to loosen the same.

Do not use a torque wrench to loosen anything!!! A torque wrench is designed for tightening things to a specific and precise torque, not breaking them loose.

Here are some suggestions of tools to add to your toolbox for tackling frozen nuts and bolts.

Breaker bars: Breaker bars are built for high leverage, these are your go-to for generating the muscle needed to loosen seized parts. Breaker bars are fairly inexpensive and simple to use.

Penetrating oil: Use penetrating oil like PB Blaster or Liquid Wrench on rust and corrosion. Spray the rusted, corroded, and seized hardware generously. Don't be shy, spray it down. Then, let it sit and the magic will happen. Penetrating oil can work wonders, but be patient. Usually ten to fifteen minutes will be enough wait time to get the job done. If ten to fifteen minutes is not long enough, spray it again and if possible, leave it over night. When I know I will be working on rusted or corroded hardware, I will proactively spray the hardware with penetrating oil a day or two before I start working. It takes seconds to spray and it just gives me a better chance of having a trouble free day when I start the job.

Impact wrench: A high torque impact wrench will get you through most tough situations. Its hammering action loosens even the most stubborn fasteners. Impact wrenches are great to use on larger nuts and bolts. Good impact wrenches are more expensive than breaker bars and penetrating oils, but are an essential addition to your toolbox if you will routinely be working on vehicles, heavy equipment, large structures, etc.

Heat (use with caution): If space allows, apply heat with a torch (safely!) to expand the nut and break the bond. For a safer option, consider a magnetic-induction coil nut/bolt buster tool.

If working on a nut and bolt configuration, and it's still stuck after trying everything else, you can also cut it off. If it's a nut welded to a bolt, consider sacrificing the nut with a nut splitter, cut-off wheel, hacksaw, or reciprocating saw. Remember, you can always replace the hardware. And as far as that goes, for any seized hardware that requires significant intervention to loosen, you should replace the it. Odds are, it has been stressed or corroded beyond its engineered standards. Hardware that secures critical assemblies and equipment should definitely be replaced in these situations.

Remember, there's no one-size-fits-all solution. A breaker bar and penetrating oil will handle most DIY situations. But for truly stubborn cases, the additional tools and methods mentioned will help you get the job done.

Again, torque wrenches tighten and breaker bars loosen. Don't use the wrong tool for the job. It's cheaper in the long and short term to use the right tools. Ignoring this advice will cost you dearly.

Do not use a torque wrench to loosen nuts, bolts, or any

For seized hardware, here's an overview of the most common tools and correct methods to loosen the same.

So how do you measure breakaway torque?

I never found a need for torque wrenches, if u are really experienced like I am, u don't need this tool, u can feel when it's tight

I never found a need for torque wrenches, if u are really experienced like I am, u don't need this tool, u can feel when it's tight