Torque wrench

[richy170]

Re: Torque Wrench

Hi thanks for the tip, I didn't know this. What is the reasoning behind zeroing afterwards.

 

[Stephen]

Hi thanks for the tip, I didn't know this. What is the reasoning behind zeroing afterwards.

Found this on the web, explains it better than I can
'When a torque wrench is in regular use it does not need to be wound back. However, when storing a torque wrench for an extended period of time, users should always wind it down to the minimum scale setting and never to zero.

A fully loaded torque wrench, left in storage for a long period, can cause a 'set' in the spring, causing it to weaken over time. On the other end of the scale, by completely off-loading the spring, other components within the wrench may move fractionally relative to each other. When you reapply spring compression the orientation of these components can change, therefore affecting accuracy. All in all, it is better to leave a bit of compression in the spring while in storage.'
-www.norbar.com

 

[soofsayer]

I've been doing mine wrong then, I always unwind mine to the >I< setting which I think is below zero.

 

[Stephen]

I've been doing mine wrong then, I always unwind mine to the >I< setting which I think is below zero.

I think it probably takes quite a while before any harms done? Not my area of expertise, I've not used a manual torque wrench since college!

 

[GixxerChuck]

Re: Torque Wrench

Never used one in my puff so that's really helpful. Thanks!
As said before, it's only really to change my wheels but there's a few things that need to be the correct torque according to the handbook.
I thought wheel change was straight forward but I've to watch wheel sensors and only take out wheel bolts from one side etc. I'm nervous now lol

Its easy Loupe. I'd show you but its a bit of a trek to get to you!!
If you want the best then go for Snap on. I bought a Lidl special to deal with the larger Torques (anything over 60nm) and a halfords professional for everything else. The BMW wheels are easy to deal with as they have captive spacers (so the wheel is easy to locate). Just take your time with it. Hot tip for the front is like in the manual, wiggle the callipers gently from side to side to open the pads slightly. Also a good idea to put anything you take off in a container, I use old chinese takeaway pots, ideal for bolts and stuff.
For the rear if you put boards under the wheel so they are just under the tyre it helps line up when putting the wheel back, and saves having to try to support the weight of it as well.
I have the torque settings for both wheels for my 2 bikes on the wall of the garage so I don't then have to mess around finding the page in the manual.

 

[Loupe]

Re: Torque Wrench

Its easy Loupe. I'd show you but its a bit of a trek to get to you!!
If you want the best then go for Snap on. I bought a Lidl special to deal with the larger Torques (anything over 60nm) and a halfords professional for everything else. The BMW wheels are easy to deal with as they have captive spacers (so the wheel is easy to locate). Just take your time with it. Hot tip for the front is like in the manual, wiggle the callipers gently from side to side to open the pads slightly. Also a good idea to put anything you take off in a container, I use old chinese takeaway pots, ideal for bolts and stuff.
For the rear if you put boards under the wheel so they are just under the tyre it helps line up when putting the wheel back, and saves having to try to support the weight of it as well.
I have the torque settings for both wheels for my 2 bikes on the wall of the garage so I don't then have to mess around finding the page in the manual.

Thanks for taking the time to write your reply, there's a lot of good tips on things I've never even thought of.
Chinese takeaway container? Oh no not me, I'm taking getting into shape for the biking season pretty seriously.
I'll use the salad bowl lol

 

[stuartb]

Gixxerchuck is right go for the best...if your going to use it a lot.. however you really need to consider how often... some of the cheaper stuff is just fine draperr or silverline i have both.. for as often as I use them they are totally fine. In general you will need two models to cover from 5nm upwards. Rear axle nut should be around 100nm so you will need a larger wrench for this nut for example...

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[stuartb]

Sorry Loupe 3/8th drive is a Normex 5 to 25 nm bigger one is Silverline.. 1/2 drive 28 to 210 nm... The smaller one i paid 30 bangers for larger one bout same..its all youll need man



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[Billo01]

Re: Torque Wrench

Its easy Loupe. I'd show you but its a bit of a trek to get to you!!
If you want the best then go for Snap on. I bought a Lidl special to deal with the larger Torques (anything over 60nm) and a halfords professional for everything else. The BMW wheels are easy to deal with as they have captive spacers (so the wheel is easy to locate). Just take your time with it. Hot tip for the front is like in the manual, wiggle the callipers gently from side to side to open the pads slightly. Also a good idea to put anything you take off in a container, I use old chinese takeaway pots, ideal for bolts and stuff.
For the rear if you put boards under the wheel so they are just under the tyre it helps line up when putting the wheel back, and saves having to try to support the weight of it as well.
I have the torque settings for both wheels for my 2 bikes on the wall of the garage so I don't then have to mess around finding the page in the manual.

Exactly, containers for bits n pieces so they're not kicking around the garage floor. I've a shelf from a kitchen unit that fits snugly under the back wheel so the axle slides out without the wheel dropping down. To complete the garage OCD I've got a wipe board on the wall to make notes of where I'm up to with the bike because I'm always getting distracted by the missus or kids

 

[Loupe]

Sorry Loupe 3/8th drive is a Normex 5 to 25 nm bigger one is Silverline.. 1/2 drive 28 to 210 nm... The smaller one i paid 30 bangers for larger one bout same..its all youll need man

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Thanks Stuart, I appreciate the pics and info on the wrenches.
As you say, I'm not looking to be a MOTO GP mechanic, just something to use that's half decent.

 

[stuartb]

Thanks Stuart, I appreciate the pics and info on the wrenches.
As you say, I'm not looking to be a MOTO GP mechanic, just something to use that's half decent.

Bills tool store in Glasgow is a good source if your down our way thats where I got the normex their german made pay no more than 30 quid each mate....perfectly adequate for what u need

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[stuartb]

So im lubing and adjusting my chain yesterday.... gets my 1/2 inch drive torque wrench out of the box... i keep it wrapped in the polythene bag it came with..... ******* crash... it slipped rite out of the poly bag and hit the deck... I was raging.... I call this the slippy poke syndrome... for the non scots on here a poke is slang for a bag of some sorts...
Just thought id quickly point that out in case you thought I was talking about something else... gigiteeee

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[Iain-s1000rr]

So im lubing and adjusting my chain yesterday.... gets my 1/2 inch drive torque wrench out of the box... i keep it wrapped in the polythene bag it came with..... ******* crash... it slipped rite out of the poly bag and hit the deck... I was raging.... I call this the slippy poke syndrome... for the non scots on here a poke is slang for a bag of some sorts...Just thought id quickly point that out in case you thought I was talking about something else... gigiteeeestu's phone

ma wee granny & papa called it a poke, never new what they meant till they explained haha brings back memories

 

[stuartb]

ma wee granny & papa called it a poke, never new what they meant till they explained haha brings back memories

Haha... normally you cant beat a slippy poke iain..specially on a Sunday morning before a blast on the bike...your grannys a class act mate...love it !

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[Iain-s1000rr]

oooft nobody can refuse a slippery poke. My mum and dad both speak scottish but its not the same slang as wee granny & pappa used to be. But even sometimes when were up visiting family my mum s scottish gets a lot broader for EG Wains = (kids), ocht eye = (oh yes) hahahhaa love it.
My brother who lives in ayr on the other hand he is full broad scottish even when he texts its in scottish slang. i can just aboot unnerston it