Torque Wrenches? Affordable option?

[PNW]

I've narrowed it down to the CDI and VENZO...I think I am going to go with the CDI! Anything more than 8Nm I won't be doing myself.

[PNW]

Originally Posted by cpamplin

I have had the CDI for about three years, it is awesome. That and a Park 3-way hex wrench are probably my most used tools.

Biketiresdirect has like 3 different 3-way hex wrenches...which one? AWS-1 or AWS-8?

[Fatty]

Originally Posted by PNW

I am looking for a torque wrench that only does seat post, stem, bars...that's pretty much it.

Then you'd be well served by the Ritchey. I own three torque wrenches including the Ritchey key, it is the one that is used most often.

[commonguy001]

Another Ritchey Torque Key user.
I also have the Park bar type torque wrench (not to mention full size automotive stuff) and use the Ritchey way more often.

[PNW]

I grabbed a Ritchey 5Nm because that's all I will really need and under $20 is a great price! Thanks guys!

[pdmtong]

Originally Posted by PNW

I am looking for a torque wrench that only does seat post, stem, bars...that's pretty much it.

I have both an older Ritchey and this Bontrager

My older Ritchey with the fixed bit was made into a multi-bit tool by heating up the end, softening the glue, and now I have an adjustable bit Ritchey.

If a single 4mm is sufficient, the Bontrager fits nicer in the hand.

[PNW]

This doesn't look too bad either...

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/u.../rp-prod155414

[djg21]

Originally Posted by PNW

I have been looking for a torque wrench that's not super expensive and found the Ritchey 6 Bit Torque Key. I have read very positive reviews on it. Although it's small, I feel like this would be a good thing for me to have considering carbon post, stem, handlebars, steer tube..

Any advice for this or naysayers?

I have one I keep in my travel bag. It works. In my home shop, I keep a Effetto Mariposa Giustaforza that I’ve had for many years and was well worth the money.

[Louis]

+1 on CDI for small to mid-range torque wrenches.

For the much bigger ones I just get Craftsman.

[cpamplin]

Originally Posted by PNW

Biketiresdirect has like 3 different 3-way hex wrenches...which one? AWS-1 or AWS-8?

I have a few but the one I use most is AWS-3. For fenders, brake pads, etc.

[cadence90]

Originally Posted by R3awak3n

what is affordable to you?

I, and many foru have the CDI

https://www.protorquetools.com/2-8-n...6yoaAqSw8P8HAQ


its a great tool. Inexpensive and comes in very handy all the time. As said the ritchey can only do 5mn torque so its useless for anything but stems. The CDI is adjustable from 2 to 8 which is what most people need (although I do wish it went to 12)

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Originally Posted by PNW

(CDI) Under $50.

This.

Originally Posted by cpamplin

I have had the CDI for about three years, it is awesome. That and a Park 3-way hex wrench are probably my most used tools.

This.

Originally Posted by Louis

+1 on CDI for small to mid-range torque wrenches.

For the much bigger ones I just get Craftsman.

This is the exact combination that I have and use.

The Silca thing may be OK, but goes to less torque, and the "portability" means that the numbers are actually illegible unless you also carry a magnifying glass.

[PNW]

Originally Posted by cadence90

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This is the exact combination that I have and use.

The Silca thing may be OK, but goes to less torque, and the "portability" means that the numbers are actually illegible unless you also carry a magnifying glass.

I ended up finding the CDI shipped to my door priority for $49...I am just going to go this route! Where is the best place to find the Craftsman tool?

[cadence90]

Originally Posted by PNW

I ended up finding the CDI shipped to my door priority for $49...I am just going to go this route! Where is the best place to find the Craftsman tool?

From Pro Torque Tools? Excellent choice. You will love it.
Also, the CDI is certified, fwiw; I don't think the Silca is.

I got my Craftsman from Sears, many years ago. Those things are beasts: Sears new, or eBay/Craigslist used.

[PNW]

Originally Posted by cadence90

From Pro Torque Tools? Excellent choice. You will love it.
Also, the CDI is certified, fwiw; I don't think the Silca is.

I got my Craftsman from Sears, many years ago. Those things are beasts: Sears new, or eBay/Craigslist used.

Actually eBay! Pro Torque Tools was $55 plus $11 shipping..

Perfect! I have a Craftsman mechanic tool set that has worked wonders but I don't believe it came with a torque set.

[R3awak3n]

you are smart to just get the CDI because I gurantee you would have bought the ritchey and in like 2 months by the CDI.


I also have the silca, its great for what it is and it does have same amount of top torque as the CDI but not as nice to use, not even close.