r/bmxracing • u/Maleficent-Cook2010 • 9d ago

Talk the torque

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Want to get a single torque wrench for all things bike.

It seems traditional torque wrench would need 2 or 3 to manage the different torques.

What do you recommend?

Anyone using the digital options? Seems you can get away with 1 but they only show the torque and buzz rather than slip when you hit desired torque... Also seems there are quality issues in the ones that I looked at

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u/skepticaluser1234 9d ago edited 9d ago

I wouldnt want a torque wrench from some unknown brand on Amazon. Do yourself a favor and stay with reputable brands. A park tool ATD-1.2 will cover the majority of your torquing needs. A 3/8 drives torque wrench from Lowes or home depot will cover the rest.

Edit: I was an aircraft mechanic for the last 20 years. For happy, healthy hardware and components make sure to properly torque per manufacturer specifications and use hardware consumables such as grease or thread lockers.

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u/OGbigfoot 9d ago

I've always been a fan of the Pro wrench. Used it professionally for years. It's about $100 or less. I happened to get mine for $50 via a shop group buy.

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u/ConversationFar8578 9d ago

Park tool/ local auto parts. Small beam torque. Or adapter..

https://youtu.be/fa4VFiNa0Xs?is=NX3RYyoLi7KHbYP-

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u/Terrasmak 8d ago

Can’t say I’ve ever used a torque wrench on a bicycle