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So, you experts, any reason not to get a 1/4” drive beam torque wrench instead of a cheap and dangerous clicker or an expensive one, either of which would have to get calibrated? I know how to use one and like the continuous feedback, which takes the terror out of tightening little things. Only problem I can see is they lack the upper range for drivetrain fasteners.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
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So, you experts, any reason not to get a 1/4” drive beam torque wrench instead of a cheap and dangerous clicker or an expensive one, either of which would have to get calibrated? I know how to use one and like the continuous feedback, which takes the terror out of tightening little things. Only problem I can see is they lack the upper range for drivetrain fasteners.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
BTW, we have a mechanic's forum.
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Sad. You bent it.
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#1280
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So, you experts, any reason not to get a 1/4” drive beam torque wrench instead of a cheap and dangerous clicker or an expensive one, either of which would have to get calibrated? I know how to use one and like the continuous feedback, which takes the terror out of tightening little things. Only problem I can see is they lack the upper range for drivetrain fasteners.
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A small conundrum, as I was doing very well until I took a week off the bike to go to WA state over the July 4th holiday. I came back, and I can't get out of my own way. I really expected to PR this, but went 5 minutes slower, and power was down bigly. Saving grace was weight was also down, or it would have been way worse than the 12th place I finished at. Top third, but still...
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So, you experts, any reason not to get a 1/4” drive beam torque wrench instead of a cheap and dangerous clicker or an expensive one, either of which would have to get calibrated? I know how to use one and like the continuous feedback, which takes the terror out of tightening little things. Only problem I can see is they lack the upper range for drivetrain fasteners.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
Then again... https://www.amazon.com/1-25-25Nm-Bic...fdea9a47edafc7 Being a tool junkie is hard work, but someone has to do it.
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Okay, I just saw this Project One paint job on Trek's IG feed, and if I ever get a P1 Madone or Domane, I might just have to spring for it: Cosmic -
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I use an electronic type, which is good simply because I can watch the torque applied as it rises. This is left over from my auto tech days, and I'm not sure I would go that route for a bike. Beam, most likely.
Then again... https://www.amazon.com/1-25-25Nm-Bic...fdea9a47edafc7 Being a tool junkie is hard work, but someone has to do it.
Then again... https://www.amazon.com/1-25-25Nm-Bic...fdea9a47edafc7 Being a tool junkie is hard work, but someone has to do it.
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23 years since buying Klein and Trek is just getting inspired by their older paint schemes. Hope they do lightning soon!
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So, you experts, any reason not to get a 1/4” drive beam torque wrench instead of a cheap and dangerous clicker or an expensive one, either of which would have to get calibrated? I know how to use one and like the continuous feedback, which takes the terror out of tightening little things. Only problem I can see is they lack the upper range for drivetrain fasteners.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
edit: Look Up. Ever notice how posting a pic from the iPhone always puts the pic at the top and it's a PITA to move it back?
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Last edited by datlas; 07-28-19 at 10:10 AM.
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Places like Walmart and other "shops" that utilize undertrained staff in the shop environment utilize these, or something similar. Having a footprint of the correct torque used on the wheels, is important. I'm not saying retail consumers are shady, but.. Who am I kidding. They're jerks, and they should be shopping at the jerk store.
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So, you experts, any reason not to get a 1/4” drive beam torque wrench instead of a cheap and dangerous clicker or an expensive one, either of which would have to get calibrated? I know how to use one and like the continuous feedback, which takes the terror out of tightening little things. Only problem I can see is they lack the upper range for drivetrain fasteners.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
News is simply too depressing and scary to read this morning. I need something else to think about.
Last edited by seedsbelize; 07-28-19 at 10:17 AM.
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edit: Look Up. Ever notice how posting a pic from the iPhone always puts the pic at the top and it's a PITA to move it back?
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I read, recently, that they're running 80ish psi in 23mm Rubino Pros. I mounted one of those today and, being the adventurous thinker that I am, said 'What the hey'? I'll give it a whirl. Alas, the bike that needed a rear wheel needed a 27" wheel, and the Rubino Pro is a 700c.
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I read, recently, that they're running 80ish psi in 23mm Rubino Pros. I mounted one of those today and, being the adventurous thinker that I am, said 'What the hey'? I'll give it a whirl. Alas, the bike that needed a rear wheel needed a 27" wheel, and the Rubino Pro is a 700c.