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expiredRokket | Staff posted Jan 20, 2025 02:06 PM

Kobalt 1/2" Drive Torque Wrench (50 ft./lbs. to 250 ft./lbs.)

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Lowe's has Kobalt 1/2" Drive Torque Wrench (81704) for $49. Shipping is free to select locations for MyLowe's Rewards Members (free to join), otherwise select free store pickup where stock permits.

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Features:
  • 1/2-In drive manual torque wrench delivers 50 ft-lbs to 250 ft-lbs of torque for greater precision when tightening screws or bolts
  • Positive locking mechanism to dial and lock-in torque
  • Clicking sound and pulse in the handle alerts user when torque value is reached, preventing over-applying torque
  • Reversible ratcheting head allows you to torque left and right-hand fasteners
  • Non-slip knurled aluminum handle allows for a better grip while working
  • Meets or exceeds ASME specifications
  • 1-Year limited guarantee

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  • This product is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on over 370 customer reviews.
  • The sale is valid today only (1/20/25) or while supplies last.

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Lowe's has Kobalt 1/2" Drive Torque Wrench (81704) for $49. Shipping is free to select locations for MyLowe's Rewards Members (free to join), otherwise select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Rokket for sharing this deal.
  • Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Features:
  • 1/2-In drive manual torque wrench delivers 50 ft-lbs to 250 ft-lbs of torque for greater precision when tightening screws or bolts
  • Positive locking mechanism to dial and lock-in torque
  • Clicking sound and pulse in the handle alerts user when torque value is reached, preventing over-applying torque
  • Reversible ratcheting head allows you to torque left and right-hand fasteners
  • Non-slip knurled aluminum handle allows for a better grip while working
  • Meets or exceeds ASME specifications
  • 1-Year limited guarantee

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • This product is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on over 370 customer reviews.
  • The sale is valid today only (1/20/25) or while supplies last.

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Model: Kobalt 1/2-in Drive Click Torque Wrench (50-ft lb to 250-ft lb) | 81704

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robertson136
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I got the digital one for 100. So 50 sounds right for this one.

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Jan 20, 2025 04:01 PM
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jcarcinogenJan 20, 2025 04:01 PM
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Seems like a good deal. Does it have a case?
Jan 20, 2025 05:08 PM
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blingkblingkJan 20, 2025 05:08 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank blingkblingk

not sure if this retail for 200 though. other craftsman torque wrench is priced at 60-70 range. any insight why this is worth 200?
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Jan 20, 2025 05:11 PM
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robertson136Jan 20, 2025 05:11 PM
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Quote from blingkblingk :
not sure if this retail for 200 though. other craftsman torque wrench is priced at 60-70 range. any insight why this is worth 200?
I got the digital one for 100. So 50 sounds right for this one.
Jan 20, 2025 05:18 PM
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e rockJan 20, 2025 05:18 PM
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Quote from jcarcinogen :
Seems like a good deal. Does it have a case?
According to the Q&A, it comes in a tray rather than a case.
Jan 20, 2025 05:20 PM
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e rockJan 20, 2025 05:20 PM
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Quote from blingkblingk :
not sure if this retail for 200 though. other craftsman torque wrench is priced at 60-70 range. any insight why this is worth 200?
$200 is way inflated. But $50 for a 250-lb torque wrench is pretty good. A lot of 1/2" click-style wrenches only go up to 150 pounds.
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TowHeadJan 20, 2025 06:16 PM
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Digital is nice as long as it's kept in a way to not break. They sell weight sensor ICs with mtbf statistics in the millions and are quite reliable as delivered. It's the substrate on which they're placed that determines their reliability. Until broken, a digital wrench is far superior, however for longevity (20 years etc) a quality brand dial-in will always be better. My go to at home is a quality gedore.

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lazzlazz
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Jan 20, 2025 07:30 PM
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How accurate is this torque wrench?
They're not all very accurate - avoid the Harbor Freight ones. I'm not sure what people say about Kobalt.
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Jan 20, 2025 07:50 PM
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misterv1Jan 20, 2025 07:50 PM
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Is this the right tool for wheels on cars?
Jan 20, 2025 08:00 PM
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dealhunter010Jan 20, 2025 08:00 PM
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Quote from misterv1 :
Is this the right tool for wheels on cars?
I use this torque wrench (same specs) for torquing the lug nuts on my car. Mine requires about 80 ft/lbs tightening. Also use it for other nuts around the car as well such as the suspension or engine bay.
Jan 20, 2025 08:01 PM
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MagentaWeather643Jan 20, 2025 08:01 PM
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Quote from misterv1 :
Is this the right tool for wheels on cars?
This should work for most cars. I've read that these tend to be most accurate in the middle of the specified range and less so at the extreme ends. So for most cars requiring 100-150 ft-lbs, this will work well.
I know both of my cars call for 148 ft-lbs, so trying to use a 50-150 torque wrench would be less than ideal.
Jan 20, 2025 08:14 PM
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imabassJan 20, 2025 08:14 PM
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Quote from e rock :
$200 is way inflated. But $50 for a 250-lb torque wrench is pretty good. A lot of 1/2" click-style wrenches only go up to 150 pounds.

I went to store. In store regular price was $95 which seems more appropriate.

I went ahead and bought this one. I don't use them much and my selling point was the extra length. I have a 150# cheapo wrench and recently I was torquing my 2 post floor lift down. The short handle made that a very labor intensive workout. This one is easily 10" longer than the cheapo i currently have. You would need that extra leverage anyway if you were torquing to 250#.

Also I have some new ARP heads to bolt down on my ford 347. I figured a new torque wrench might be better than my old harbor freight one.
Jan 20, 2025 08:39 PM
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paniniJan 20, 2025 08:39 PM
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The husky one sells for $60 regularly and comes with case: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky.../205914009.


When it comes to handling warranty, I generally prefer HD over lowes. They are not easy as HF but at least they don't suck like lowes - manager at 2 lowes near me are horribly incompetent and are generally pissed off most of the times.
Jan 20, 2025 08:49 PM
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razorpetti37Jan 20, 2025 08:49 PM
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My new car's lug nuts require 162 ft/lbs, which sounds insanely high to me, but its in the manual. Picking up one of these since my 1/2" torque wrench tops out at 150.

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ChaleposJan 20, 2025 09:00 PM
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Quote from lazzlazz :
How accurate is this torque wrench? They're not all very accurate - avoid the Harbor Freight ones. I'm not sure what people say about Kobalt.
I have Harbor Freight's "Icon" brand torque wrenches, and they've been excellent. As good or better than my Tekton torque wrenches.
Are you referring to HF's cheap Pittsburgh brand torque wrenches?

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