Cheap Beam Torque Wrenches?

johnsmith222 · World Chat Champion Joined: 26 Dec 2008 Karma :

Hi guys,

I'm going to need a torque wrench for my hub nut as the torque setting is 230nm on the car.

My current torque wrench only goes up to 210nm, and as this is likely to be one of the only jobs that I can think of that will require more than 210nm, then I'd ideally prefer not to spend £100 on a third torque wrench. That said, if that's what it needs, then I will get that.

The only beam torque wrenches I can find are of dubious brands and prices. Something like this:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/S-T300W-Torque-Wrench-Beam-Type-1-2-Square-Drive-0-300Nm-Tool-460mm-Length-/123021207620

Forgetting the usual issues with readability of beam torque wrenches, do you guys think I can rely on a torque wrench like this for my hub nut?

Otherwise I'll be looking at a new norbar. Likely the 300nm max ones.

Thanks guys.

chris-red · Have you considered a TDM? Joined: 21 Sep 2005 Karma :

I wouldn't bother personally, I'd tighten it to 210 and give it a nudge more. Probably more accurate than a cheap torque wrench.
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Bloggsy · Spanner Monkey Joined: 08 Feb 2010 Karma :

wot he said
or you could hire one
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piazza · Brolly Dolly Joined: 23 Aug 2008 Karma :

I'm sure a local garage would do it for pennies if it was a one off for you, sod buying a new bar. Thumbs Up

Grubscrew · Scooby Slapper Joined: 23 Dec 2018 Karma :

Yep, here here.
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bikenut · World Chat Champion Joined: 21 Nov 2011 Karma :

Think about an electronic one, such as from Machine Mart. I got one of those for a similar application, pug hub nut is yours ????

Worked a treat once you a used to it and saved buying another ( much larger ) torque wrench.

It sounds as if money is no problem to you so go for the one you have mentioned, the norbar one or similar. Brittol ones are made in ITALY ffs!
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