Torque Wrench?

[Magnumite]

"I have both because the FAT only tightens, the H.F. is reversible and can be used to test."

Start at low setting, gradually increasing until break away torque is achieved. Slow, not as time expedient as a good high end dial torque wrench, but doable.

 

[friendlyhippo]

I have 2 of the HF in-lb wrenches; if you're near Odenton/Columbia area I'd be happy to meet up and let you borrow one, or we could just do the deed right then and thar.

 

[Trumpet]

Thanks for all the offers guys. I went ahead and ordered the wheeler fat wrench. I really wanted a borka setup,but just couldnt justify the price for my needs. ......yet

 

[kalister1]

I have a HF inch lb wrench. I brought it to work today and checked it on a calibrated tool we use to set torque screwdrivers. At the lowest setting of the tool (20 Inch Lbs) our calibrated tool shows 21 inch Lbs. HF cert says 4%, so that is just about right. (.8 to 1) Our tool has a dial and with the break away style of wrench, it's a guess were it breaks.?

 

[atblis]

Another option. IMO, cheap beam wrenches are better than cheap click types.

http://www.amazon.com/Presa-4-inch-..._cp_469_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=0MHCSVD5AEVPNBCT4WER