Low range torque wrench

[Sister Sledge]

As the title suggests - I'm looking for advice on finding a decent low range torque wrench.
Although I have one, the range just doesn't go low enough to be able to do some of the smaller bolts that can be found inside an engine. Get it wrong and I will have catastrophic failure..

It doesn't matter about the actual drive size as I have heaps of sockets and adapters. Even a decent digital torque reader that fits between a wrench and bolt would be useful.
I'm looking for a decent torque wrench with readings from 5 ft lbs to around 15 ft lbs.
Can anyone recommend what Santa should drop down my chimney??
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CCM 404 DS

[evilzed]

I have a Wera 05075393001 which works really well and isn't cheap. I find if you use it on the really low settings you barely feel the click so apply pressure very slowly.

Alternatively get a low range electronic torque wrench, they're very accurate and you get a beep when the range is reached. I've seen them for as low as 2nm. Not cheap also but a torque wrench isn't something you wanna skimp out on IMO after a stripped sump bolt.

I've used this the low range version of this and it seemed to be very accurate and cheap
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-5-1000nm-Digital-High-Torque-Wrench-Adapter-3-4-1-4-3-8-1-2-Drive-Microtorques/132844973090?hash=item1eee2d6c22:m:mGYEcSp_viZbMhCg_0kdEgg:rk:2:pf:0

[B5234FT]

I have a quarter Teng one:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000Y8J2CA/ref=asc_df_B000Y8J2CA57388505/?tag=googshopuk-21&creative=22110&creativeASIN=B000Y8J2CA&linkCode=df0&hvadid=208050023643&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10609740931784604215&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007311&hvtargid=pla-420978961569&th=1&psc=1

[Nobby the Bastard]

Got a halford professional in a sale. It's got a nice positive click.
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[Sister Sledge]

Excellent replies folks.
As has been mentioned you really don't want to skimp on these things - to start with this is for the dreaded starter clutch bolts on a DRZ400. Tiny M6 bolts and should one come adrift then it's bye bye stator and other bits..
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CCM 404 DS

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[cb1rocket]

[Nobby the Bastard]

Using luggage scales is a bit of a faff.
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[Nobby the Bastard]

Still a lot of faffing when you could just buy a decent tool that's actually designed for the job.
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[cb1rocket]

[Sister Sledge]

All sorted cheers!
I've gone with the small Teng wrench that has a 1/4" drive. I'll check the calibration upon arrival.

I'd considered those electronic boxes but think they'd get in the way when reaching into tight spots where the frame covers stuff.
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CCM 404 DS

[evilzed]

The Teng wrench should be good, decent brand.

With the bulky electronic box units you can use extensions, it won't ruin the end value

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRR96ILGORU
https://youtu.be/wNcCwdtfcOU?t=359

The Halford's/Norbar wrenches are great too, I have 2 but they don't have a low range version, using the 8-60nm version in the low range is a bit iffy IMO

[Riejufixing]

[betone]

5-15 ft is a tricky range so I digital is the way to go, just to be totally safe. I have the Husky 3/8 digital and it’s been really reliable. Since you have plenty of adapters I recommend it. It’s really precise and beeps when you reach the right torque setting. https://topautotools.com/husky-digital-torque-wrench-review/

[bikenut]

I have 5 torque wrenches now, most from the old days.

I have 2 3/8 drive britool, one cheapo 1/2 inch drive, one new britool ( made in bloody italy!!!!! ) 1/2 inch drive and an electronic clarke one for much higher torque ranges, like car front hub centre nuts.

This was the cheapest option for the higher ranges, else get a quite expensive torque wrench.

The electronic one is quite good with a bleeper when very close to the set value.
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nuts about bikes

[misscrabstick]

Go to machine Mart, get a Clarke one, not too pricey, works just fine, I use one at work for things like those little cam cap bolts on a lot of cars these days.

[Sister Sledge]