Nova_Dust

I have had my eyes on these Mastercraft dial torque wrench for some time at CT. 1/2" drive for 99.99, and 3/8" drive for 89.99. Last week, I was there again and they were on sale, 30 dollars off for both. Unfortunately, 1/2" were sold out and there are planety 3/8" left.

So I went to another location, but they weren't on sale. That's when I learned store sale is different from location to location. And they said once the 1/2" are back in stock, they won't be on sale...

So, which brings to my question, you guys think 3/8" is good enough for most automobile applications? I mean, dispite the handle bar being shorter, and the drive size, any disadvantages?

For now, I am gonna use it for wheel lugs, and other 12,14,17mm applications, like regular Honda stuff. (suspension and whatnot)

Thanks

imported_gatherer

1/2 inch .. go beefy or go home...

spracingsports

for a torque wrench its good ot have both, but i use my 1/2" more often

imported_trackhack

I'd still invest in a 1/2" drive model but not a Mastercraft one, I've never trusted their accuracy or calibration.

Getting over 100ft/lbs of torque on the short 3/8" drive model is possible but the extra leverage provided by the longer 1/2" drive model will make torquing your wheels and other large fasteners much easier/quicker.

The 1/2" drive torquewrench will prove to be more durable than the 3/8" drive model as it will have a heavier gauge/longer spring which will retain its spring tension and not sag. Same effect seen in automotive springs when the vehicle's ride height is reduced over time.

Gunmetalef

go with half inch i need to grab one i'll check my local store and let you know

Nova_Dust

Shawn, what brand do you recommand then?

Dan, thanks dude.

spracingsports

snap-on or mac

imported_trackhack

Snap-on or MAC, but then you'd be spending roughly $400CDN. I'd only spend that if I used it day in, day -out

Check this site out: www.bosstoolsupply.com

This model:
http://www.bosstoolsupply.com/index.asp?
PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=4312

Also check www.thetoolwarehouse.net
"KD tools" seems to have a few of decent quality.

I myself am not a fan of dials and prefer micrometer-type adjustments.

scarlemthug

My uncle got me one from his area for $50, 1/2" drive aswell

Nova_Dust

Snap-On is too rich for me. I am just an amature tool guy so something simple should do for me.

imported_ERTW

grab a rain check from ct for out of stock merchendise, once it comes in, you can buy it at the sale price

Nova_Dust

Well, was at CT today and they have a couple more!? So I bought the 1/2" drive on sale for **.99! Micro-adjustable ones.

Now, I need to buy sockets. :P

Chigga1

mastercraft is awesome i had mone for 4 years!

just make sure u reset back to 0 when ur complete!
or else u screw up your spring tension!

Whiplash

i've been told to reset for 10 as you want to retain some tension on the spring

Nova_Dust

I can't see 10. The last digit I see is 50 but I reset it to the lowest it can go, or at least to the spot it came from the store.

imported_95bluelx

wicked price, I need to go check the barrie stores tomorrow

Gunmetalef

when does the sale end.. my 3/8" drive sucks ***** it doesn't go high enough for anything

wormburner

I bought a mastercraft 1/2 inch 3 years ago. Still works like a charm. Just make sure you wind the torque setting back down to 0 after you use it. ..unloads the spring. Pretty much everthing made by mastercraft is good enough for a weekend mechanic.

Younes Si

they have them on sale at Canadian Tire NOW!!!

go go go go go