I am looking at buying a Torque Wrench. It will mostly be used for checking lug nuts.
Are the *dial" kind accurate enough for this purpose, or would the "click" type be better.
There seems to be a big price difference between the two.
Thanks,
KM
Which kind of Torque Wrench
Oct 07, 2008
4 Replies
The pointer (not dial) type is more accurate, doesn't need recalibration, and is cheaper. The click-type can be used when you aren't going to be able to see the pointer, so it's more versatile.
I appreciate all the useful responses.
Yes. It would just be for passenger car service.
-KM
If you just need one for lug nuts, a click type can be had very cheap at stores such as Northern Tool or most discount tool stores. These will probably be made in china but thats not a bad thing for the price,ask the sales person if it's decent or junk they usually will tell you truthfully.
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