Tools and Equipment

[longboardebo]

Torque Wrenches - I'm looking for a decent Torque wrench to use when doing maintainance on my 1999 996. Anyone have any recommendations? Two considerations is the Torque Range - my thoughts are 10ft/lbs to 150ft/lbs since I can seem to find a need on the car for a higher torque value. And type of adjustment - I'm thinking micrometer.

If You've had good experience with a Torque wrench let me know the name and manufacturer.

[longboardebo]

Ramps - If your looking for a decent set of ramps for your low profile Porsche, especially if its lowered to European spec check these out:

http://www.discountramps.com/low_profile_car_ramp.htm

I got a set of these on the recommendation of my mechanic. They work great as they are much longer than a standard set of ramps. Also, they are really lite as they are made of a very dense foam covered with no slip and plastic. Max vehicle weight is #1200 per wheel and they accommodate up to 10" wheels without a problem.

I've been very happy with them, and they are a lot cheaper then some other ugly steel ones I've looked at.

FEATURES OF THE LOW PROFILE CAR RAMPS

Light weight but strong, a pair holds up to 2400 lbs.

Built of one solid piece making them durable and sturdy

Will work on any level surface and are easy to drive onto

Will not damage your hot asphalt, cement, or painted floors of your garage

Will accommodate sports car tires up to 10 inches wide

Low Profile car ramps are ideal for use with low ground clearance vehicles like Corvettes

Dimension- 56" long x 12" wide x 8 " tall, weighing only 10 lbs.

Price including shipping and tax to CA was $210.00

[Loren]

If You've had good experience with a Torque wrench let me know the name and manufacturer.

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...indpost&p=17157

[ar38070]

For a Torque wrench try the Huskey brand available at Home Depot. The price is reasonable ($89 I think) and supposedly the "lifetime" warranty is for real. Most of the other moderately priced ($100) torque wrenches come with limited warranties.

[longboardebo]

For a Torque wrench try the Huskey brand available at Home Depot.  The price is reasonable ($89 I think) and supposedly the "lifetime" warranty is for real.  Most of the other moderately priced ($100) torque wrenches come with limited warranties.

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Just ordered a 1/2" and 3/8" drive SK micrometer analog wrench from www.thetoolwarehouse.com sure is cheap to they are about $80 apiece.

[Costa]

If You've had good experience with a Torque wrench let me know the name and manufacturer.

I have two 'Norbar' brand Torque wrenches. They are not cheap though - but they are very common in the automotive repair industry here in Aus.

I purchased a 3/8" drive and a 1/2" drive model. The smaller 3/8" drive unit is great for the smaller job and also in tight places.

Models: 13042 (8-60Nm 5-45lbf.ft) and 13046 (40-200Nm 30-150 lbf.ft)

These have a VERY Positive 'Click' when the set torque is reached and are fitted with a ratchet head. 3% overall Accuracy.

Norbar Website: http://www.norbar.com

Edited October 5, 2005 by ZX7R