Torque wrench

[Demonic]

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"Naval exercises" is the usual excuse for the cover-up. I heard from a reliable source that it was transporting the GT500 prototype.

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[UnhandledException]

Just bumping this old thread for the same question but for the oil filter purposes. My old ACDelco no longer works (it was 2-37 ft lbs). I need something thats precise for that low torque ranges. What do you guys recommend?

Since the first 10-20% of the low/high boundaries of the advertised torque values are no go, I dont think Precision Instruments' 50 ft lbs torque wrench is a good idea as its right on the boundary.

Also, I always had issues with the torque wrench never fitting in to that door/latch where the oil filter goes. I started using a swivel head and a long extension and actually go from outside of the under carriage towards the wheel. How do you guys get around that problem?

Lastly, do you use the Ford's special oil filter adapter?

 

[DocWalt]

I use this for lugnuts and other large things (50-250 ft-lb): https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-03709B...491444546&sr=8-5&keywords=neiko+torque+wrench

this one for smaller things (15-80 ft-lb): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LNDCXS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and this one for really small stuff (40-250 in-lb): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N7D32C/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

for anything smaller I use a Park tool beam torque wrench from my mountain biking days.

I use an oil filter adapter, but not Ford's (bought my car used and the PO kept all of the stuff :( ): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018NMV7X0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

(also, should be fairly obvious... but I'm really impressed with the Neiko Pro torque wrenches, lol)

 

[UnhandledException]

I use this for lugnuts and other large things (50-250 ft-lb): https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-03709B...491444546&sr=8-5&keywords=neiko+torque+wrench

this one for smaller things (15-80 ft-lb): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LNDCXS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and this one for really small stuff (40-250 in-lb): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000N7D32C/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

for anything smaller I use a Park tool beam torque wrench from my mountain biking days.

I use an oil filter adapter, but not Ford's (bought my car used and the PO kept all of the stuff :( ): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018NMV7X0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

(also, should be fairly obvious... but I'm really impressed with the Neiko Pro torque wrenches, lol)

Thanks you have no issues torquing the filter through the door?

 

[GT_Dave]

Just bumping this old thread for the same question but for the oil filter purposes. My old ACDelco no longer works (it was 2-37 ft lbs). I need something thats precise for that low torque ranges. What do you guys recommend?

Since the first 10-20% of the low/high boundaries of the advertised torque values are no go, I dont think Precision Instruments' 50 ft lbs torque wrench is a good idea as its right on the boundary.

Also, I always had issues with the torque wrench never fitting in to that door/latch where the oil filter goes. I started using a swivel head and a long extension and actually go from outside of the under carriage towards the wheel. How do you guys get around that problem?

Lastly, do you use the Ford's special oil filter adapter?

For the digital and click type torque wrenches the 20% rule may apply, but the beam type wrenches should be accurate through the entire range. I use a small 240 inch pound beam torque wrench, 3/8 drive, and I have no problem with the oil filter. I have had this wrench for over 40 years, you may have problem finding anything like it today. I don't use the Ford adapter, I have a stamped steel one that fits in the area better, but I use a sheet of paper towel between the filter and adapter to improve the grip. All work is done through the door.

 

[Zombo]

Look, I torque mine, but you really don't need to if you add a clamp.

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2027613&postcount=37

 

[UnhandledException]

Look, I torque mine, but you really don't need to if you add a clamp.

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2027613&postcount=37

I will do this as well. Good insurance

 

[loco_GT350]

Look, I torque mine, but you really don't need to if you add a clamp.

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2027613&postcount=37

What was the McMaster-Carr part number of the clamp you used or better yet maybe you could provide the weblink?

 

[FP350S]

Look, I torque mine, but you really don't need to if you add a clamp.

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2027613&postcount=37

Zombo, do you or others members also torque mark filter with paint pen or other means for visual inspection as well?

 

[Zombo]

McMaster P/N 5416K23

Some mark, I didn't with the addition of the clamp.

 

[SVTinAR]

Thanks you have no issues torquing the filter through the door?

Yes, I did - I bought a filter socket off of Amazon with a 3/8 inch drive and a 3/8 inch torque wrench. The Ford socket is just too big with the big 7/8 inch hex on the end of it and trying to adapt a torque wrench to it.

 

[DocWalt]

Thanks you have no issues torquing the filter through the door?

I use a short extension and torque outside the subframe from the wheel well. No issues so far

 

[UnhandledException]

Fyi i decided to buy precision instruments split beam torque wrenches, 1/2" and 3/8" drives covering 40-250 ft lbs and 8-50 ft lbs. i will post a short review when I use them for the first time.

 

[likeaboss]

I have a Tekton 250lb ft one. Works fine. I've tested it up against a Snap On and it was pretty darn on the money.

https://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-24340-2-Inch-ft-lb-33-9-338-9/dp/B00C5ZL1NS

Same one I have and it works great. Cleared up a clicking sound coming from my rear wheels because they weren't tight from the factory.

 

[H6G]

Fyi i decided to buy precision instruments split beam torque wrenches, 1/2" and 3/8" drives covering 40-250 ft lbs and 8-50 ft lbs. i will post a short review when I use them for the first time.

I have both of them..... They work great. There’s another thread in regards to Torque Wrenches.

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2023257

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