Triumphrat

doctorjay · 03-06-2007

Metric stuff confuses me...except medical stuff that is....What is a newton meter and where the heck do I get a torque wrench that uses this obscure measurement so I can remove my front wheel and put it back on safely....Or is there a conversion table to ft-lbs... :???:

SCCTrim · 03-06-2007

You can get a torque wrench from sear's with both metric and standard setting's on it.

I'm sure there's a conversion...I do not know it.

Shorty · 03-06-2007

Go to the left of the screen in the "Features" section under "Downloads" and click on it. Then select "Technical Aids" and you'll find the torque specs and cross reference there.

Shorty

[ This message was edited by: Shorty on 2007-03-06 13:32 ]

JP06t100 · 03-06-2007

Newton Meter

Nathan · 03-06-2007

I put my front wheel back on with the nuts finger-tight. Torque-schmork.

1 Newton-meter = 0.737562148 foot-lbs.

Yay Google.

Search for torque conversions or the like and you'll come across several useful applets.

doctorjay · 03-06-2007

As usual....top notch support in this forum....Thanks All

adamoverdrive · 03-06-2007

A torque wrench is an expensive purchase. Most are around $100 if not more. I could understand spending that if you're doing engine work or work on bikes for a living, however it doesn't make too much sense if you're the average Joe just wanting to make sure a few nuts and bolts are tighten up to spec. Spend $20 at this place called Harbor Freight. It does the job just fine and for a 5th of the price. It doesn't have Nm on it but it comes with a conversion chart too.

panthercity · 03-06-2007

:asb:

The proper quality tools are a sign of good workmanship and pride of ownership.

Good tools will last a lifetime. Poor ones can shorten it.

sweatmachine · 03-06-2007

EDIT, just looked at the cheapo HF wrench...yeah, get that one.

[ This message was edited by: sweatmachine on 2007-03-06 14:05 ]

Shorty · 03-06-2007

adamoverdrive is correct...I've verified the calibration on a couple of Harbor Freight clicker torque wrenches for co-workers and they all checked good within their specified tolerance limits.
They're not for serious "wrenchers" who make their living using these, but I wouldn't hesitate to use them.
If you're so inclined, spend a couple extra bucks and purchase some Craftsman torque wrenches (not the Digital ones). Those are a good investment.

Shorty

PS: No kidding guys...My department calibrates 300 various torque specification and Mfg torque wrenches on a 4-month calibration cycle (that's 1200 calibrations every year). I personally use Snap-Ons because I have them and because I'm a Professional and they've lasted me over 30 years sofar.
Occasional use of less expensive brands (Shade Tree Mechanic work) in my opinion is alright. Believe it or not, most clicker type are accurate to +4 and -6 of Reading whether they're made in China or somewhere else.

[ This message was edited by: Shorty on 2007-03-06 14:13 ]