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Harbor Freight Stores: Pittsburgh Pro 3/8" Drive 5-80 Ft. Lb. Click Torque Wrench

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Harbor Freight (Store Locator) has Pittsburgh Pro 3/8" Drive 5-80 Ft. Lb. Click Torque Wrench on sale for $11.99. Offer is valid In-Store or online w/ $6.99 S/H.

Harbor Freight (Store Locator) has Pittsburgh Pro 1/4 In. Drive 20-200 In. Lb. Click Torque Wrench on sale for $11.99. Offer is valid In-Store or online w/ $6.99 S/H.

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About Pittsburgh Pro 3/8" Drive 5-80 Ft. Lb. Click Torque Wrench:
  • Click-type
  • Heavy duty cam and pawl mechanism
  • Torque range: 5-80 ft. lb.
  • Reversible

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Harbor Freight (Store Locator) has Pittsburgh Pro 3/8" Drive 5-80 Ft. Lb. Click Torque Wrench on sale for $11.99. Offer is valid In-Store or online w/ $6.99 S/H.

Harbor Freight (Store Locator) has Pittsburgh Pro 1/4 In. Drive 20-200 In. Lb. Click Torque Wrench on sale for $11.99. Offer is valid In-Store or online w/ $6.99 S/H.

Thanks community member BaconOnWheels for sharing this deal

Note, in-store availability may vary by location and be limited.

About Pittsburgh Pro 3/8" Drive 5-80 Ft. Lb. Click Torque Wrench:
  • Click-type
  • Heavy duty cam and pawl mechanism
  • Torque range: 5-80 ft. lb.
  • Reversible

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Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff

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BradFang
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I've found it's also critical to do the warm up procedure or whatever you'd call it in the instructions where you twist the torque from max to min three times. Without that I've had them fail to click a few times.
jeff34270
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They actually are pretty accurate, but they sometimes don't noticeably click when the set torque is reached.
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Like spark plug

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mkdenar
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Quote from Selman :
That set has 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" sockets, so the correct torque wrenches are 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2".

1/4" - spark plug, valve covers, valve jobs, bikes and such
3/8" - handles most suspension work
1/2" - main use is probably lug nuts

You pick based on the torque needed for the job you are doing.
Need one to do an oil change so 30ftlb, either works but the 1/4" with 200in lb max, but idk how many of 3/8" and 1/2" bits in that set.
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Quote from mkdenar :
Need one to do an oil change so 30ftlb, either works but the 1/4" with 200in lb max, but idk how many of 3/8" and 1/2" bits in that set.
For that, you'd want the 3/8" as the 1/4" can not reach that spec.

200 in-lbs is only about 16.7 ft-lbs, so only about half of what you need. The 3/8" is ideal.

I don't actually use a torque wrench for an oil change, but it won't hurt if used correctly. Follow the directions, and make sure the wrench is clicking at 15ft-lbs. before turning it up to 30 ft-lbs.

This is another option that doesn't require the setup so many people find difficult:
https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/B...d_source=1
Last edited by Selman July 26, 2024 at 02:50 PM.
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xmenxmenxmen
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Quote from Selman :
For that, you'd want the 3/8" as the 1/4" can not reach that spec.

200 in-lbs is only about 16.7 ft-lbs, so only about half of what you need. The 3/8" is ideal.

I don't actually use a torque wrench for an oil change, but it won't hurt if used correctly. Follow the directions, and make sure the wrench is clicking at 15ft-lbs. before turning it up to 30 ft-lbs.

This is another option that doesn't require the setup so many people find difficult:
https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/B...d_source=1
Similar situation, needed to torque 5 to 10lbs, was thinking such low #s so should buying 1/4 but somehow only the 3/8 goes that low.
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shadowx360
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Quote from xmenxmenxmen :
Similar situation, needed to torque 5 to 10lbs, was thinking such low #s so should buying 1/4 but somehow only the 3/8 goes that low.
Are you sure you're looking at the specs right? The 1/4" does 20-200 INCH pounds which is from 2-16 foot pounds. That's perfect for 5-10 foot pound spec.
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xmenxmenxmen
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Quote from shadowx360 :
Are you sure you're looking at the specs right? The 1/4" does 20-200 INCH pounds which is from 2-16 foot pounds. That's perfect for 5-10 foot pound spec.
Oh, wasn't. Guess I am getting the 1/4 ones now. Thanks.
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Selman
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Quote from xmenxmenxmen :
Similar situation, needed to torque 5 to 10lbs, was thinking such low #s so should buying 1/4 but somehow only the 3/8 goes that low.
Incorrect. 1/4" goes lower.

To convert in-lbs. in to ft-lbs. you have to divide by 12.

If you need further explanation, let me know and I'll try to make it make sense.
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xmenxmenxmen
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Quote from Selman :
Incorrect. 1/4" goes lower.

To convert in-lbs. in to ft-lbs. you have to divide by 12.

If you need further explanation, let me know and I'll try to make it make sense.
I am good, the previous guy clarified it. When I saw lbs I was assuming all 3 were ft, so didn't notice the 1/4 one is inches...

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ShrewdMoney869
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Quote from TheVeganButcher :
I had one of these until I was a dumbass and tried to pull off a stuck tire with it, snapped the internal spring stuff. Worked well before that.

To the guy who said they're using this on a carbon bike: are you farking nuts? I would not trust a temperamental material like carbon on a $4k+ bike to a $12 tool. You are begging to crack your bike on a $12 tool.

This is a fine tool for anything that requires larger force, like automotive work that can accept accuracy within 10%. I have a beam-type that I use for more sensitive stuff like my bike.
I use one of these on my carbon bike, lol
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ShrewdMoney869
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Quote from ducki3 :
Yup I've had the same experience with the 1/4 and 3/8 but I don't recall this happening with the 1/2.
They were "highly" rated years ago, not sure how they are now. Good thing is the lifetime warranty, you don't even need a receipt to get it exchanged. Once in a while they try to pull it up on your account but never had an issue exchanging which I've done several times (due to the no-click issue). But most times, just grab a replacement and go.
I've found these don't always have a great "click", but if you pay attention you can see the handle deflect at the set torque.
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JMBauer74
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Quote from jeff34270 :
They actually are pretty accurate, but they sometimes don't noticeably click when the set torque is reached.
Calibrate your torque wrench. Most likely that is why it is not clicking. If you're unsure about how the tool works, I'm sure they would help you at Harbor Freight or maybe watch some YT videos could be helpful.
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eddieman
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Quote from vid1900 :
Best practice is to always use a torque wrench for spark plugs.
Which would you recommend. The 3/8" drive"?
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TenseScene1475
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inflation doesn't apply to hft...I paid 10 bucks for this almost 30 years ago...
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ditto33
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Quote from BradFang :
I've found it's also critical to do the warm up procedure or whatever you'd call it in the instructions where you twist the torque from max to min three times. Without that I've had them fail to click a few times.
Every time you do job?
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vid1900
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Quote from eddieman :
Which would you recommend. The 3/8" drive"?
Even the 1/4" would be fine for spark plugs.

But 3/8" would be a great choice.
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stereo55
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1/2 inch drive , also available at the same price of $11.99 . https://www.harborfreight.com/12-...63882.html ( oops , already mentioned , but no link )
Last edited by stereo55 July 27, 2024 at 04:47 AM.

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