New Tool Day

[bucky]

I do most of the work on my forklifts, tractors and my 2 ton trucks when I had them. Big tools became a must have. 3/4” and 1” sockets up to 3”, wrenches up to 2” and a torque multiplier for lug nuts. The worst thing about big hardware is the insane torque values they need. I don’t have the compressor capacity for 3/4” or 1” impact wrenches so I bought a 3/4” torque multiplier ratchet.

 

[CMBD]

WTH? Where’s the rest of it? Or is that stub the actual handle? Is that a no-torque wrench?

Its a $1000 4:1 torque multiplier we picked up for $10.

The handle isnt so much a handle to pull on, but a lever to keep it from rotating.

You use these to reach torque values higher than a torque wrench by its self can reach.

I think its Proto and the max torque rating is around 1500ft lbs.

 

[speeding_infraction]

Its a $1000 4:1 torque multiplier we picked up for $10.

The handle isnt so much a handle to pull on, but a lever to keep it from rotating.

You use these to reach torque values higher than a torque wrench by its self can reach.

I think its Proto and the max torque rating is around 1500ft lbs.

How does that work with a torque wrench? Do you just set it to a 1/4 of the torque value you actually need?

 

[sab]

I think its Proto and the max torque rating is around 1500ft lbs.

It looks like it's made by X-4 Tool, and they still exist (and sell parts, if it's still locked up) - https://www.x4tool.com/

How does that work with a torque wrench? Do you just set it to a 1/4 of the torque value you actually need?

Short answer - yes, you ratio the torque down by the multiplier. Long answer - like gearboxes, torque multipliers have an efficiency loss that's not insignificant (around 10% or more), so you have to know the loss in order to set your torque wrench high enough to get the desired output torque. I've seen calibration sheets with them where the manufacturer tests the loss and provides a calibration factor used to calculate the setpoint for the torque wrench. However, I've never actually seen a feller use a torque wrench with a multiplier, so it's probably a moot point.

 

[CMBD]

It looks like it's made by X-4 Tool, and they still exist (and sell parts, if it's still locked up) - https://www.x4tool.com/


Short answer - yes, you ratio the torque down by the multiplier. Long answer - like gearboxes, torque multipliers have an efficiency loss that's not insignificant (around 10% or more), so you have to know the loss in order to set your torque wrench high enough to get the desired output torque. I've seen calibration sheets with them where the manufacturer tests the loss and provides a calibration factor used to calculate the setpoint for the torque wrench. However, I've never actually seen a feller use a torque wrench with a multiplier, so it's probably a moot point.

Thanks for the link! Its not locked up. They thought it was a ratchet and didnt know what to do with it.

I just use 10% and figure its close enough

 

[macleanflood]

Modified the cart I made for my plasma cutter for the YesWelder I purchased for doing aluminum...mig and tig.

Realized the other day I don't have any vice grips in my emergency tool kit. Any suggestions? I have several Harbor Freight and they're not worth packing.

-Mac

 

[Zorba]

Modified the cart I made for my plasma cutter for the YesWelder I purchased for doing aluminum...mig and tig.

Realized the other day I don't have any vice grips in my emergency tool kit. Any suggestions? I have several Harbor Freight and they're not worth packing.

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-Mac

I like "LeverWrench" - no longer made, but readily available on eBay.

 

[Apparition]

Realized the other day I don't have any vice grips in my emergency tool kit. Any suggestions?

The Milwaukee torque lock is the answer, get whatever shape you desire

 

[John Cooper]

I already had a set of these Torx bits, but can't find the T50, had 2 coupons for $10.00 each, got a new set for $9.99 plus tax today.

 

[KennethS]

I had no idea that tool existed. I read up on it at the link sab posted - gear reduction / torque multiplication. Wow.

 

[Irun]

Had a thermostat fail and replaced it with a Flowcooler replacement. In the process I used three different tools I haven't used before.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01A2CQSU6/?tag=wranglerorg-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F96ZG77G?tag=wranglerorg-20

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...Angle-Die-Grinder-Tool-Only-3485-20/333196643

The funnel and constant tension clamp tools were a game changer, and I can't believe it took me this long to use them. The funnel was literally no spill and made easy work of filling the radiator. The constant tension clamp tool was so easy to use I couldn't believe it.

The M12 die grinder made quick work of cleaning the block and thermostat housing.

 

[Apparition]

Had a thermostat fail and replaced it with a Flowcooler replacement. In the process I used three different tools I haven't used before.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01A2CQSU6/?tag=wranglerorg-20

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F96ZG77G?tag=wranglerorg-20

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk...Angle-Die-Grinder-Tool-Only-3485-20/333196643

The funnel and constant tension clamp tools were a game changer, and I can't believe it took me this long to use them. The funnel was literally no spill and made easy work of filling the radiator. The constant tension clamp tool was so easy to use I couldn't believe it.

The M12 die grinder made quick work of cleaning the block and thermostat housing.

I hope you didn't pay that for the die grinder

https://www.jerseydiscounttool.com/product-page/m12-fuel-1-4-right-angle-die-grinder-bare-tool

 

[chili_pepper]

I hope you didn't pay that for the die grinder

https://www.jerseydiscounttool.com/product-page/m12-fuel-1-4-right-angle-die-grinder-bare-tool

"Jersey Discount Tool" just sounds like a fence. Could be legit, but Jersey's Jersey.

 

[sab]

"Jersey Discount Tool" just sounds like a fence. Could be legit, but Jersey's Jersey.

A few pages back:
https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/new-tool-day.75934/post-1909031

 

[chili_pepper]

A few pages back:
https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/new-tool-day.75934/post-1909031

It was a joke. The point stands. Maybe that explains the free battery.

 

[sab]

It was a joke. The point stands. Maybe that explains the free battery.

Understood, and I share the same bias anytime I see an Internet business based in the greater NYC universe. However, I thought it important to reinforce that Ryan was not just randomly posting a link. He was sharing an experience.

 

[Apparition]

Understood, and I share the same bias anytime I see an Internet business based in the greater NYC universe. However, I thought it important to reinforce that Ryan was not just randomly posting a link. He was sharing an experience.

Yep, I was told it was a legit link before I posted it and figured I should try it out. Quick shipping too.

 

[chili_pepper]

Understood, and I share the same bias anytime I see an Internet business based in the greater NYC universe.

Suppose it's also a bit of remaining regional dickhead bias as I was born and raised in central PA, and I was aware of a few things from early on, mainly:

1. the only decent thing about New Jersey is the coastal area south of Atlantic City. Some of the best sleepy Mid-Atlantic beach towns around.
2. nothing good comes from the east...looking at you Philadelphia. The rest of the Commonwealth pays for your ignorant shit.

I was told it was a legit link

I certainly don't want to cast shade where unwarranted and 'm not suggesting they spend money on web dev, but the appearance of the site doesn't necessarily give the "warm fuzzy" of legitimacy at first glance. I run into this frequently with firearm-related items as well.

 

[chili_pepper]

nothing good comes from the east...looking at you Philadelphia. The rest of the Commonwealth pays for your ignorant shit.

Oh...and I forgot....fuck the Flyers.

 

[speeding_infraction]

Oh...and I forgot....fuck the Flyers.

I suppose you support the Capitals?