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Old 06-22-2007, 11:43 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Young
I love Craftsman tools, but unfortunately I purchased a cheap torque wrench from Harbor Freight. It clicks audibly and tactilely when the desired torque is reached. Perhaps yours is defective. Otherwise, it would seem that there was some operator error. You may have performed oil changes numerous times but according to you this is your first experience with a torque wrench. You should feel and hear a "click" when the desired torque is achieved.
Yes, this was my first experience with a torque wrench. The directions on the Craftsman I have, actually says that at the lowest settings, "the release is gentle and there is usually no audible click signal". Lesson is practice first, or don't use it, at least with this type of torque wrench.
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