The instructions say "Torque the bolts to 10 N&Acirc;&middot;m (7.3 lbf&Acirc;&middot;ft). Can someone suggest a torque wrench that will do this?"
1555719
I'll be super honest - I used a drill and the torx bit and just tightened them until they wouldn't go any further. I've periodically checked them, but they are all still tight tight. I didn't bother with a torque wrench.
1904121
This 'click type' torque wrench, like any 'click type' I have ever seen will not work on left hand threads. Look at the straight bar, the ones with the dial and pointer on them. Or, I would call the major manufacturers and ask them. They do exist as a specialty item. Get a part number.
2202916
Hi, I had the same trouble, but fortunately I had 4-Way Lug Wrench Tire Iron (you can get this item at Walmart or any automotive store) that fit close enough to get enough torque to loosen the bolt and then used a wrench remove bolts.
865842
I changed it out on mine. I had to take it to a diesel truck repair shop. They removed it and installed the 2"ball to the proper torque. I tried to do it by hand but it is almost impossible. It requires a special impact wrench.
2278304
The wrench works fine, unless the lug nuts/bolts are over torqued, that is when you will ruin the wrench trying to loosen the lug nuts. You need to use a breaker bar first
1018511
I don't know your torque specs, but it is good to 200in/lbs. I used it for primary case on Harley which is a similar application, and I went to 120 in/lbs. Hope this helps.
1771938
I am not sure, I did not measure how much torque. I raised my 670lb Harley using a socket and a 16" breaker bar. It went up and down smoothly with little force. I did put a small amount of grease on the screw first as the directions indicate.
1712171
I agree with the previous answer. The are ~ 15 detents between 10 and 15 inch pounds. When not in use the this torque should be adjusted to the minimum setting, which is ~ 9 detents below the lowest marked torque (10 inch pounds). I tried adjusting below 10 (1 detent at a time) and discovered that the torque changed (dropped) much more than a one detent adjustment above 10. I recommend calling Wheeler. They may have some suggestions for achieving a 6 - 9 torque. V
1840611
I work in a back shop for SkyWest Airlines in Salt Lake City and we have a calibration shop and specialist that can calibrate the torque wrench for you at no cost. We have found that a lot of places that sale the cheaper torque wrenches will not calibrate. You would just need to pay for shipping and return postage. If you are interested in doing so send me an email at gators5967@gmail.com and we can make arrangements.
1933439
there is no torque adjustment in either direction. In the operator manual that came with it is tells you the following statements "Do not tighten the lug nuts with the impact wrench. Excessive torque may cause damage. Use a torque wrench to check the lug nuts are tightened to manufacturer specs." They want you to use the lug wrench that came with the vehicle so you do not over or under tighten the lugs. Also keep in mind that if the lug nuts are overtightened to start with this torque wrench may not loosen them. I only bought this torque wrench because I just had hip and knee surgery and thought it may help me out in an emergency. I never had to use it so I can't comment on that but I tried it in my garage and it worked. I loosened one on each of my 2 vehicles and that is all. It may have loosened more but I can't tell you for sure. I put road service through my insurance company on both my vehicles just to be sure. Hope this helps DMD
1272353
A hex wrench is necessary. I was unimpressed with the security of the fastening. Found the quad tip far to heavy & less than thrilled with it's functionality. I liked a three point tip, I got it thru Amazon but disremember the part number. A search should turn it up. it is a three point tip not a 4 & I like it more than any 4 point I've tried.
1467567
I used it for changing tires on a light SUV. I broke the lug nuts free with a breaker bar and the Bosch did the rest. When tightening I used the Bosch and then finished with a torque wrench set to 105 ft-pound. Most of the nuts required less than 1/4 of a turn to finish. All in all very impressive.
1091034
You need a torque wrench. 1/4" - in the install instructions it says how tight to tighten. " pounds.
1291003
I am pretty sure it took a 10mm wrench on the bolts, so probably 1/4". I sent it back, failed to handle 1100watts
1420463
If I'm not mistaken, I've used a 10mm socket and had no problems. I also used a wrench similar in size.
1804153
I assume you mean 27mm socket. You will need a socket in 1/2 inch drive. If the torque is 150 lb ft or less this wrench will work.
624256
I used a very small allen wrench and used a lot of pressure. I didn't have a correct tool. I just tried my best to keep the opposite end still to tighten the screws. Ultimately one of the screws got lost, and I ended up replacing it with a small bolt and screwed a nut on and added epoxy glue.