Tekton torque wrench

[Teenager with old tools]

So I need a torque wrench in inch pounds. Went to autozone expecting to buy one or borrow one and they looked at me like I was crazy when i said inch pounds. So I looked online and saw tekton ones for about 30 bucks. I only need it to adjust the bands in my transmission to 75 inch pounds. Can I trust that the tekton one will be reliable for that or is there another inexpensive one you guys think is better for this use.


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[Veraciouse]

I have the 1/4 and 3/8 Tekton torque wrenches. I use them professionally and love them. Great tools, no issues.

 

[Fly YX]

I got one for work but did not ship in time to get it calibrated have it in my box but can't use it on aircraft. There is a harbor freight not too far from work just got one from there to use for now. It actually passed Cal. Next time they come in October I will get the Tekton one calibrated and use it. It seems a whole lot nicer just playing around with it.

 

[bastage]

I ahve the 3/8 & the 1/2 ones I they have been perfect thus far. Not professional use though.. Just at home stuff.

 

[stearn786]

I have a 1/4 and 1/2. Used them weekly for transmission work until I changed professions. Just as accurate as anything else IMO

 

[JulianMorrow]

You'll need to order the Tekton 1/4" TRQ21101 or 24320 for torque measurements that low. I have the Tekton 24335 1/2", but the minimum torque measurement is 10 ft-lbs.
I've been happy with my Tekton torque wrench, but make sure you verify the torque range specs before you buy anything.

 

[Teenager with old tools]

Based on the general consensus and seeing a husky brand one for twice the price I ordered the tekton one along with the other stuff I need. Thanks everyone


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[Tallpilot]

Based on the general consensus and seeing a husky brand one for twice the price I ordered the tekton one along with the other stuff I need. Thanks everyone


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That's what I started with...1/4",3/8" and both 1/2". Covers most ranges you will encounter. Seemed accurate enough and the price was right.

 

[6PTsocket]

As a rule of thumb, clickers are usable from 100% to 20% of full scale, regardless of how low the scale goes. It the case of the 1/4" Tekton that is listed as 20 to 200 in lb, it is probably usable from 40 to 200 in lb. The spring gets too slack below that for reliabile readings. Many limit the scale to the usable range but some don't.

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[6PTsocket]

I noticed the Tekton was 4% CW and 6% CCW. Typically clickers are rated to be 3 or 4% accurate CW and equal or worse CCW. As they usually give the CW and CCW spec, has anybody ever found a need to torque anything CCW? Split beam torqe wrenches don't even work CCW.

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[CarsonConcepts]

Has anybody ever found a need to torque anything CCW?

I've been looking at the 1/4" Dr. version for mountain bike work. Threaded bottom brackets are reverse threaded on one side and would need to be torqued CCW

 

[ngk22r]

The new ones look really good, I have no info on if it is.
Are those of you with the Tekton referencing this model or the previous one?

 

[Teenager with old tools]

ordered this one. All I need is for it to be accurate at 75 inch pounds to adjust transmission band in my truck. 75 is right around middle of the range so I hope it’s pretty accurate


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[guy48065]

That's a nice change over the previous version with the hexnut end.

 

[Teenager with old tools]

So to adjust setting you pull the ring down and hold it down while turning handle. At 75 inch pounds the click was very silent but that’s to be expected. Obviously I have no way to verify it but it feels to be built well for the price and comes in a little case. It’s not a hard plastic case like others come in so I wouldn’t recommend it be kept in a vehicle. overall it feels well built and did what I needed it to.


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[JulianMorrow]

That's a nice looking wrench. Good luck with it.

 

[64merc]

For what it's worth, I just used my EPAuto 1/4 drive torque wrench on an intake and valve covers and it worked great. It had a very detectable click to it. Of course, I don't know how accurate it was for sure, but I didn't strip any of the 8mm bolts. It seems to have very good review overall (at least as good or better than the Tekton). If I was using one every day I might get something better, but it works great for occasional use.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LX4ND65/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[atikovi]

For what it's worth, I just used my EPAuto 1/4 drive torque wrench on an intake and valve covers and it worked great. It had a very detectable click to it. Of course, I don't know how accurate it was for sure, but I didn't strip any of the 8mm bolts. It seems to have very good review overall (at least as good or better than the Tekton). If I was using one every day I might get something better, but it works great for occasional use.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LX4ND65/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I'd be a little cautious using a $25 new w/shipping torque wrench on critical fastening jobs. Personally I would find something made in the USA. Just bought a used one identical to: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Sturtevant...=item5b5149f473:g:PD0AAOSwKOZcLDAg:rk:35:pf:0 and it feels like a quality tool.