Was wondering how many do not use torque wrenches, and if not whats your technique. Ready to dump my needle torque for a digital one.

 

I have never used a torque wrench because I've never owned one. I would always tighten things up until nice and snug. That was before.......I just bought two torque wenches (Sears Craftsman) in lbs and ft lbs and will be torqueing everything down to specs now.

 

If you work on your Harley you should have a torque wrench. I have 2 craftsman inch and pound. None digital.

 

I bought 3 from Harbor freight... no excuses at that price $20...

 

I always use German specs on my bike.

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Haha couldn't resist. No I use torque wrenches.

 

Nice Notgrownup, just got them from Harbor Frieght. Ditching the old needle one.

 

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/gener...ue-wrench.html

This link is a thorough discussion of torque wrench types, drive size, and unit size.

Personally, over the last few years Ive gotten them at different times, but they are made by snap on, but not snap on brand (sold at my local napa), and are the click type.

As for drive size and units, 3/8" ft lbs, 3/8" inch lbs, and 1/4" inch lbs.

Just my .02

 

Only fasteners I use a torque wrench on it the engine's critical fasteners.

 

Torque wrench is your friend.

 

I like to use the click type twist-n-lock torque wrenches. Be sure to check the range of the wrench when buying though. I purchased an inch pound unit that starts at like 100 inch pounds, not much use....