My dad died unexpectedly this year. He spent his entire life working in the automotive industry and knew everything there was about cars. And while he’d always teach me bits here and there so I could get by if I could theyd through to him, there were so many little details like this that he just didn’t really think to teach me of, as I pursued a completely different career away from mechanics. He left me behind so much equipment in the garage and while I know how to use bits of it, a lot of it has been a case of trying it out and googling what I don’t know. Videos like this, Chris, have been *so* helpful and I’m so grateful. Losing my dad has been so hard, but I find a small amount of comfort in knowing that he’d probably be happy that I’ve taken on the bits he taught me and learned on top of that. Your channel has been the biggest help and I’m so thankful.

@KSFamilyTV

4 ай бұрын

Your Dad must be smiling seeing you play his toys. 🙏

@ras4782

4 ай бұрын

Nice read , sorry about your loss. My grandfather has alot off tool he wants me too have but it'd been so much bs going on that I haven't gotten them plus I need a garage thats mine and not in a home I'm renting.. me and his son who is in his home since my grandfather is living with my mother because of his sone being on some playing the family type ish I haven't grabbed nothing .. but I well grabbed the items soon and put them in storage until the time is right , until then I'm going to use what I have already bur it's a nice feeling being passed down something especially since the older products are miles better then the new ...

@leroygutierrez3948

3 ай бұрын

Thx for sharing God bless you I’m sure you’re father is proud of you

@user-vo9bh9ze9u

2 ай бұрын

jesus, bit deep

@angeldew77

2 ай бұрын

My dad doesn't even talk to me and I felt this. I'm sorry. Hugs ❤

year has passed and still waiting for that torque wrench calibration video...

@sunnyhaibin

7 жыл бұрын

Same! He probably never seemed the comments about the request :(

@interestingthings8598

7 жыл бұрын

sunnyhaibin do i have to calibrate them myself?

@802Garage

7 жыл бұрын

I believe it is actually coming out soon now.

@sandmastermaster

7 жыл бұрын

802 Garage two months later lol.

@louf7178

7 жыл бұрын

Supposedly, I heard/read ARP does that at NHRA events.

Best auto mechanic instructor on the web hands down. Clear & thorough instruction, quality audio/video production...you rock Chris!

@inafusabi

Жыл бұрын

You can use his teachings as a greenhorn and properly work on even delicate parts like cilinder heads, carbon fibre clamped fastners which require only 1.1Nm. He's good, quite good a teacher

@garrettmckinney

Жыл бұрын

As Fred Rogers said, "You don't set out to be rich or famous. What you set out to do is to be helpful." That is what Chris has done. He set out to help people learn how to fix their own cars properly. Does anyone get that reference?

This is how every tutorial video on KZread should be made. Simple and very informative. Thanks, Chris..

God bless you ChrisFix, the level of confidence ive reach since i started watching your videos its just amzing

@screamrad218

4 жыл бұрын

LokotronSPM 0.23 Same here, man. I’ve gained alot of confidence to work on my own car just because of ChrisFix.

@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214

4 жыл бұрын

I’ve just discovered ChrisFix and excited at learning from this great channel.

@kylemiller5178

4 жыл бұрын

@@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214 best of luck to you! ChrisFix is the man! I've learned a lot from this channel and just youtube in general and hopefully you will too!

@st.michaelthearchangel7774

4 жыл бұрын

@@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214 Same! :D

@coreygrieb5073

4 жыл бұрын

Same here. Replaced a few parts so far, doin rotors and pads next week. Thx Chris

hello chris!! im a filipino and lso your fan.. actually im also doing some car repair tutorials spoken in our language so that i could help them a little bit.. im always watch your videos and i learned a lot.. i have no proper education regarding car repairs. i only learn from experience and watching your videos and also searching google.. thank you very mucj

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@randomautist1593

5 жыл бұрын

jeep doctor pornhub

@Tiny_69

3 жыл бұрын

Kala ko mekaniko ka talaga haha

@benjaminsamiranaquinojr.585

3 жыл бұрын

gaya gaya lang pala ang gunggong na jeepdoctor na to di naman pala mekaniko tlga

@RapidNinja42

3 жыл бұрын

@@randomautist1593 I'm on oil luh I oil in 6i oil I un nsj9 ci

I must admit you are the real deal , out of all these so called “ Online Mechanics “ you are the only one with enough patience to explain how things work , and how to fix them in a very easy way , kudos sir , keep them coming .

THANK YOU CHRIS--NEVER USED A TORQUE WRENCH IN MY LIFE--NEVER HAVE BEEN SHOWN HOW TO USE ONE--I'M 64 NOW--THANK YOU CHRIS.

I was a jet mechanic before watching your videos and started playing with cars. Number one rule with torque wrenches, don't drop!!! In the military working on aircraft one drop have to turn them in.

@asd38566

7 жыл бұрын

Airdale USN wow didn't know it was that serious!

@ObsidianShadowHawk

7 жыл бұрын

Airdale USN Yep, it sucks, but necessary to be sure the work is up to snuff. I dropped my 1/4" less than 3 inches to the floor the other day, had to turn it in. Treat it like a glass egg.

@Z4G.

7 жыл бұрын

Henry lotus, well it kinda makes sense that its that serious. He was working on jets after all, like you know a huge chunk of metal thats getting thrusted in the air by dead dinosaurs haha

@ajovialyoutubecommenter8691

7 жыл бұрын

I guess you can't take risks with such an important vehicle, thanks for serving our country by the way.

@Ducati_Dude

7 жыл бұрын

Just as with a motorcycle helmet... any impact whatsoever, it's toast.

One of the biggest things to learn when you start working on cars is not over tightening everything. Tighter is not always better. Newer cars have a lot of aluminum parts and different meters joined together . And another big issue is gaskets , they are very precisely engineered so if they get crushed they won't work properly. It is a lesson you will learn the hard way after breaking bolts and taking twice as long to do a simple job because you broke a bolt or having to do a job over because of leaks. Torque is a mandatory part of working on current cars . Good vid you are great at picking subjects and you give very good advice . Keep it up ,great job.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+680ecks Thanks a lot and thanks for sharing!

@JoshMustillo

7 жыл бұрын

680ecks Agreed, I mainly use torque wrenches for things that require 10-30NM of torque, usually timing case covers where liquid gaskets are used, camshaft caps etc. Doing something up tight by hand is easy and is usually okay, but if you can guess 10NM you're doing well.

@studmalexy

7 жыл бұрын

u gonna do a video on "rundown torque"?

@gamerknown

5 ай бұрын

Caliper bleeder valve is a great example

@thatman4752

Ай бұрын

Good friend is a Toyota tech. He says nobody uses torque wrenches. He said he literally has never seen one in the shop in years. Checks out, my experience with Toyota dealers is they are glorified parts changers and couldn't diagnose diarrhea.

When torqueing a bolt, the objective is to stretch the bolt such that the force generated by it is applied to the bolt's threads. This causes the bolt head to compress the two mating surfaces together with a known force. Although unperceivable to the naked eye, bolts do stretch. Different materials have different stretches per given force. In some applications, you want the bolt to stretch more due to its internal structure. Roller coaster bolts, for example, are able to stretch more but are hardened steel whose sheer properties and strain stay within the limit of forces placed upon them. They are very critical and must stay within their design limits. In the automotive world, the best known torque, of course, is lug nuts. Stretching the bolt using the correct torque with apply the correct force to mate the two, actually three, surfaces together correctly. When the wheel bounces around, it wants to separate the materials by overcoming the forces holding the lug nut against the wheel. Correct bolt stretch caused by correct torque will keep them together within their design limits. If on a properly installed wheel, measuring the stretch will achieve a more correct force; however, not too many people have such equipment. Torqueing is the next best way and easy to do.

@mwafr

Жыл бұрын

yeah i ain't reading this bru 😩😩😩

@Jmg831

Жыл бұрын

@@mwafr I did but didn’t get it😅

@maclac48

Жыл бұрын

I got it, & totally understand. Thank U for sharing. 🙏🏿

@blakeetherington2155

10 ай бұрын

well call this a lesson.... thanks dude

@littlekato5825

7 ай бұрын

Smart affor this 🗣️

Chris, You are the MAN! I work in an automotive assembly plant and you would be surprised at how many people don't know how to use a torque wrench PROPERLY! I have to tell people over and over that a torque wrench should NEVER be used to remove torque! I may suggest this video to be used in our new hire training. :)

Another important point is to keep your hand on the handle, or the torque would be off. I usually click it twice. No sophisticated science/logic here, but being an airline tech myself many top-notch co-workers do this. I would also avoid cheap ones such as those that are made in China. Delta Air Lines came up with a CBT a few years ago where they say to keep the torque wrench at 10-15% loaded when storing, not at the lowest setting. I love it when some pros use impact guns to tighten alloy wheels. Compared to more popular professionals' channels, your channel is concise, straightforward & easy to understand. And you don't leave the basics behind, which I like. Keep up the excellent work.

@garyfitzhugh1056

7 жыл бұрын

That's good advice, also keep BOTH hands on the handle (one on top of the other) IF you must use two hands. BTW, there is no need or reason to click a torque wrench twice. Gary Fitzhugh, Snap-on Tools.

@endeavorrv

7 жыл бұрын

I do a double click as well. I agree almost all pro mechanics do that.

@garyfitzhugh1056

7 жыл бұрын

Keith Cassinger If you're using the wrench incorrectly, you're just making it worse. If you using it correctly, you're wasting time clicking it twice. Just because a lot mechanics do it, doesn't make it right. And I outta know, its my job. I'm the torque wrench technical trainer for Snap-on Tools.

@garyfitzhugh1056

7 жыл бұрын

Keith Cassinger If you're using the wrench incorrectly, you're just making it worse. If you using it correctly, you're wasting time clicking it twice. Just because a lot mechanics do it, doesn't make it right. And I outta know, its my job. I'm the torque wrench technical trainer for Snap-on Tools

@endeavorrv

7 жыл бұрын

Gary Fitzhugh Well see now herein lies the problem. I am not a professional mechanic (meaning I do not make a living out of it) but i have been working on cars for 35 years. The problem is I just did a another search on torque wrenches and proper use and I get a LOT of different opinions from a lot of different sources. So goes the internet. So... I am NOT attached to doing it 2 clicks. In fact I used to do it once and only once. Then I searched and listened to others. If I could find a manufacturer like Snap on which has this procedure of clicks listed on their site that would be great.

Tbh this is my first time seeing torque wrenches and how it works Thank you for the knowledge!

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+tokekkk No problem! Glad the video was helpful!!! That is the goal with all of my videos!!!

@PIMPSTA951

7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix do i really need the smaller torque wrenches since the 1/2 drive does ever the smaller 1 do? Also does the 1/2 torque 0-100 or 20-100?

@janhoppenbrouwers8341

7 жыл бұрын

nope the big 1/2 inch ones have a lower limit, they won't do really small torques. What you really need for cars in my opinion is a small 1/4 inch, and a large 1/2 inch. Any more is just luxury for the home gamer.

46 years old, and i needed this! 🙏💫 I've had a torque wrench in my hands countless times and never even needed it. Lol Now, i NEED to know. My lugnuts that i casually took off and put on over the years, finally cost me a ton in damage from not knowing the proper way. Thank YOU!

*slams service manuals on tailgate* Also Chris (calmly): This is where I get my torque specs from

@joeypencil5368

3 жыл бұрын

That book slam sound cracked me up 🤣😂🤣

@corbski

2 жыл бұрын

LMAOOOOOOOOOOO

I like how he recommends a product that is *actually* a reasonable price for the average person.

I love how this guy is thorough with every video he's done or doing. I love it. Keep it up. Great job

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@millomweb

3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix What do you expect from clueless commenters !

No one explains car problems and how to use tools without leaving any little thing out with the clearest highest quality 🎥 videos than Chris Fix. He is one of the very best.

Thank you, Chris. Within 3 minutes, you get right to the heart of how to set a torque wrench. You're my third website on this issue.

I like your videos man! They are really useful. Just started working on my mercedes e220 w211 and I learned a lot from your channel. Keep that good stuff coming. Cheers

Great video,.. Straight forward, no BS effects to go along with it. Perfect for first timers, or us weekend mechanics - never hurts to get a refresher course- Thx!

Remember you still need to apply counter force on the head of the wrench so all the torque is in the proper direction. Sure the losses may be minimal but when using extensions it is important that all the force is applied correctly on the nut. This ensures your torque is on the correct plane of the entire nut/bolt instead of pulling away from the head of a bolt.

Lol, I was working on my car and borrowed a torque wrench from a friend of mine. Didn't know how to use them properly, but now I know. Chris, you really make owning a car more fun since you can save a lot of money by doing it yourself and it is just fun to spend an afternoon fiddling around with a car. Without your video's (and the internet in general) I never would've bought my '95 Volvo 480 with 320K (kilometers) on the clock just because of the maintanance costs, but now I just do everything myself

@chrisfix

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad the video helped you out and i'm glad you're doing all your own work! Thanks a lot!

"Where do I get my torque specs?" slams the service manual hahahaha

@Klaxz1

6 жыл бұрын

Othman Sbawi where do you get service manuals for less than several hundred dollhairs?

@JoseSandoval-uf5gq

6 жыл бұрын

Klaxz1 is that some bakerXderek lingo I detect there?

@jakegarrison787

5 жыл бұрын

GENTLEMAN RTFM

@rhett_talon

5 жыл бұрын

I know right lmfaooo

@jakegarrison787

5 жыл бұрын

@@rhett_talon couldn't help but feel a little like Ave

Thx Chris. Bought a torque wrench today and out of all the videos i've watched, yours is the most informative! While i'm in the mood for giving praise, i also used your super coolant flush video, on my Volvo S40 T4 (1998). She also says thx! Keep up the good work, it's much appreciated.

@josephradman94

6 жыл бұрын

Grow Junkie umm

At 2:06, I like how you explain so detail how to adjust the torque to 98 and 101. Very useful.

To achieve an accurate torque setting, the nut/bolt MUST be rotating when the wrench clicks. If it clicks as soon as you put pressure on it, it may not be fully tightened, as it takes more breakaway torque to overcome the friction and rotate a stationary bolt, than it would if it was already moving. If that happens, you should back it off a1/4 of a turn and retighten it in one continuous movement until it clicks again.

@user-bv7jc

Жыл бұрын

^ This is an important comment. Thanks.

@sadfur8728

Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's something many people don't seem to realize. They go around the wheel on already tightened fasteners and "check" the torque by having it click, but it's not an indication of anything except if someone forgot to tighten one.

@sadfur8728

Жыл бұрын

As commented, the critical thing not mentioned in the video is that the torquing action must be done in one smooth motion. If it's stopped before the click and restarted, the nut must be seen to move on the second pull. If it doesn't, it needs to be loosened up again before doing it again.

@ImTheBoss914

10 ай бұрын

what a great comment, yes this is static friction vs kinetic friction, khan academy has a nice breakdown of it from a physics point of view

@user-qh7fq7pe3t

2 ай бұрын

Good comment. Another thing not mentioned is if the threads have been lubricated with oil, grease or anti-seize, then you may have to torque to a lower setting. I'm no pro, so look it up to confirm, but most torque specs are for dry threads. Also, I am not sure if applying thread locker to threads also warrants reducing the torque setting. Probably not as much a concern as when threads have been lubricated.

Another solid video. You are becoming very thorough in answering FAQ's and providing great tips/tricks which adds a lot of value to your videos. Keep up the great work.

@UltraGamma25

8 жыл бұрын

That's what I like about his vids. No bullshit, would donate actually if he had a paypal

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+DJDevon3 Thanks a lot man! I do the best I can and I am glad it is paying off in the videos!

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+UltraGamma25 Im working on something to raise funds because going out to buy 3 torque wrenches for a video and stuff like that gets pricey sometimes. Totally worth it though because it really adds to the video!

It may have been worth mentioning that if you can, you should choose a torque wrench that has the required torque towards the middle of its range, since that's where they're the most accurate. You could torque something to 70 or 80 ft-lbs with either your 3/8" or 1/2" drive wrench, but the 3/8"" drive will be less accurate since you're at the very top of its range.

I have watched a LOT of instructional videos on everything from magic tricks to home improvement. This was, by far, one of the best ever. Well done sir, and thank you!

@BAND-MAID-USA

2 жыл бұрын

Every single video he's ever made is 100% top notch. I literally watch his videos every night for like 3 hours lol. Most of them are stuff that doesn't even pertain to me or my current project. I'm almost 51 years old and have a pretty good knowledge of working on cars. Not even joking, his videos have seriously improved my confidence and knowledge of working on my cars. And I've been doing it for like 35 years. This guy is hands down the absolute BEST there is on KZread. I bet he gets offered his own TV show all the time. I've never seen anyone as good at this ad him. Love this guy

Recently discovered you and you use torque wrenches a lot. I Google how to use a torque wrench.. and of course you're the first result. I'm happy to watch and learn from you, I hope to help myself and others and properly teach them how to do proper maintanence and work! Keep it up!

You’re a GREAT TEACHER! Listening to your video makes me WANT to work on my car.

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! And you should!

This is a really well done tutorial 😊 I just bought a torque wrench and already feel like a pro 😊🙏😊

My question was about the extensions but like you said sometimes there’s no choice. I picked up a Husky digital 3/8 drive torque wrench goes from 20-100 lbs/ft which handles everything on my 2 door Lexus. Even the lugs are 76 lbs/ft. I found it at Home Depot on clearance for half off from $200 so 100 bucks with tax and I’m EXTREMELY satisfied. Most legit tool I have- makes me feel good just holding the nice neoprene handle 👍🏻

Finally! A youtuber who doesn't hum and haw and just gives clear, fast, concise information!!! You are INCREDIBLE!!!!!

Chris fix , you are so good at what you do and you explain that very well. I hope to have you like one of my instructor at my mechanic school. Thank you so much for all those knowledge. God bless you. You are very kind and not selfish at all. You are the best mechanic instructor I have known. You’re phenomenal; you make it so much easy. There is reasons you got more than 10 million subscribers. It’s my dream to be like you one day.👏👏👏

@chrisfix

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

I love your videos. They're crazy straight forward, helpful and they look fabulous too.

the clicks the torque wrenches make are SOOOOOOOOOO satisfying, I just want a compilation of torque wrenches clicking

I had one favorite maintenance channel and now I have two. You're awesome dude, you explain things nice and you don't waist no time nor try to be funny like many others. Thank you for your Chanel.

so that is not a hammer?

@user-ev8oq7zz7n

5 жыл бұрын

Defnitily not

@IaintTrynaGoOutLikeBIGnPAC

5 жыл бұрын

It's a 'special tool'

@rainx684x2

5 жыл бұрын

Ahahahahaha😂😂😂👌

@williamvaughn2938

5 жыл бұрын

Instructions still not clear. If not a hammer, can I use as counterweight?

@deplorableb.r.4211

5 жыл бұрын

You can use it as a pry bar.

i love this guy so much. His videos really helped me and turned me into a person that fixes almost everything on his own car. the only thing I struggle with is the imperial system :(

@Rayblondie

4 жыл бұрын

The Imperial system is the true British system before we went over to European metric stuff. America is more British than the British these days in faith and in measurements. I understand 6ft 6 much better than height and weight in metric.

I'm about to use one in a few minutes, first chance I've had, this information was exactly what I was looking for and very easy to follow. Thank You So Much!

Thank you for your service to the public by sharing your automotive knowledge with great detail and instruction! 🙏

You have a outstanding teaching skills! You actually take the time to explain every possible detail there is as if someone had already asked those frequently asked questions man thank you for going the extra mile! Much appreciate your hard work Chris 🤝

@jamesmccullough1912

9 ай бұрын

Except that he forgot to exercise the torque wrench!!!!! Even automatic click click torque wrenches will mess up and give improper torque if you don't exercise it!!! Read the dang instructions that come with the torque wrench!!!

@disdonc6.klasse549

3 ай бұрын

Outstanding teaching skills will do nothing if the things someone teaches are wrong.

Plan on doing my spark plugs myself so this video was absolutely helpful. I bought the wrench, plug socket, and extension. So this is absolutely nice to know. I already feel more confident about it

@qalbi-s_Ahnfy2095

Жыл бұрын

How did it go, mate? How many times have you serviced your spark plugs and the related components by yourself? Curious to know! Best wishes.

@CesarMartinez-nu3if

11 ай бұрын

I’m planning to do the same and also with my brakes, need the torque wrench and some lubes and I’m all set

Chris's videos are non-pareil. No one else comes close. Fast, concise, precise...he thinks like the use thinks. He is a genius. Check out other videos and then his and see for yourself. No long-winded BS. Everything is done correctly. And he has saved me thousands of $$$. And I do a more professional job than a typical mechanic.

coming back to this video from the stuff from 2023, you can see how far Chris has come in his confidence on camera and the quality of his video. Still just as educational, but overall better videos in the modern

My son loves you you are his inspiration he loves watching you and he comes up to me saying "daddy did you know" an then something he learn .you are the best

Well explained and detailed!Thanks for the tutorial Chris!All the best on your projects!

I brought the same wrench in the UK for $27 and it came with the 3 fitting as describe. Thanks for the help Chris.

I have watched a few of your videos. I really like your presentation style and content. You present the content as if we know nothing about the subject. You don't assume anything. Which is good, because most, like me, probably don't know anything. That's why we are watching. You also anticipate and answer all the questions we would like to ask you. You answer the who, what, where, and why. It's a great formula-I wouldn't change a thing. I hope my reply is helpful to you.

torque wrench calibration pls!!!chris thanks in advance.

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Yes stay tuned!

@watchthis9792

5 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix published on September 17 2015 and still waiting

@benl4707

5 жыл бұрын

Interested

@satheeshv33

4 жыл бұрын

Chris ?! Any update

@bigdaddyvince1825

4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix how about a video on how to super clean your cars interior

I just use one of the old fashioned ones with the dial and the needle (beam torque wrench). I do try and get it as close to the spec as possible but I also partly go by feel as the needle is getting close to the spec that I want. I find these ones kind of cool because you can see as you're getting close to the value instead of just waiting for the click. I just find it more visual because you can see the value that you're at as you get closer to the spec.

I am so happy you made this video because I NEVER understood how you knew your lb-ft torque spec. I am shopping for some tomorrow.

These videos of yours have really saved my cars and changed how I look at working on cars. I watched so many of your videos I feel like I personally know you and just wanna thank you chris lol keep up the great work 💪🏽

love this dude's videos. super well explained. keep up the awesome work.

Some people are just so good at explaining things. Chris is one of those People that is why he is so good at what he does. Appreciate the quick and easy instructions as always Chris!

Thank you. When I purchased the torque wench I was so confused with numbers and the handle. You cleared everything up!

Been watching you for a few years and just got the confidence to drop the transmission on my VW Golf diesel. Thanks!!

Awesome video ChrisFix. Best video on torque wrench use. Thanks.

Chris, as informative as ever. Great work on this video. Another thing to keep in mind is something called range of linearity. Most torque wrenches are pretty accurate in the middle of the range, but the low end and the high end are less accurate with click type wrenches. So for critical applications, you want a torque wrench whose middle range is within your torque spec (think of a bell shaped curve, 10% on either side is less accurate). Granted, the difference between 95 lbs-ft and 105 lbs-ft on a lug is not critical - just know that if 100 lbs-ft is the upper end of your wrench's range, it's not going to be as accurate torquing a fastener to 100 lbs-ft. That's why it pays to have several wrenches with different ranges. The higher quality the wrench, in general, the better the accuracy throughout the range. That said, the range of linearity of a beam style torque wrench is pretty rock solid throughout the range. I always use a beam style for my lugs, and only use click style in applications where I can't use the beam style.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for the added info.

@WilcoVeen

7 жыл бұрын

why is it less accurate in the high and low end? a spring has a constant increase in force per inc right? so it should not matter. or does that only apply to the stretching of a spring? just wondering not to devalue your comment

@silkytp789

7 жыл бұрын

You know those scales that they use to weigh trucks for DOT compliance, or at junkyards? You know, they weigh the truck at the junkyard, the driver dumps his stuff, they weigh him on the way out, subtract the difference and that's the weight he was carrying. NOW, imagine putting a penny on that scale - would it register? No. That's because measuring devices have range of linearity and except for the most expensive, calibrated instruments (think lab) the low end and the high end have the most variability. Torque wrenches are, as you say, in general, just a spring, and applying tension at the lowest end (and highest end) is going to have more play. That's why they make torque wrenches geared towards smaller torque ranges (think 1/4" drive) and torque wrenches for greater ranges. You want to use a torque wrench suited for the range you will be working in - but as you get to the "limits" of that range, the accuracy is challenged. They calibrate them to be +/- some level of torque, but that's only in the mid-range. Putting a penny on a gram scale will weigh reasonably accurately, but same penny on a kitchen scale, won't.

@WilcoVeen

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for responding so quickly. I get what you mean and i know about significance but am still wondering becouse the example you use is about an entirely different use of a scale. if you have a scale for a max of 500 grams and you use it within that 500 grams it should be reasonably accurate. and you wouldn't use a torque wrench outside of its scale.

@disdonc6.klasse549

3 ай бұрын

In most cases it doesn't matter if your torque is off 4% or 2%. The lower the torque the more important the accuracy. Also, in most cases there are from ... to... values with torques, even in shop manuals.

I always had an idea of how this is suppose to work but never actually tried or learned it. Now I do thanks to you. Thanks.

Thanks Chris. Just bought a torque wrench for my caravan wheels. Never checked them before (Doh) but now know how to check the torque properly. Thanks.

I have watched your videos for hours. I've learned so much. thank you very much for all the time you put in making these videos. I was always scared to do any car repairs because I never learned about them as a youth. I feel so confident now doing basic maint and repairs. thank you so much. you have great teaching skills and I love that you take time to explain the little details and the why of how to it a certain way. after researching by watching your videos a few times, when I actually go do the work, I'm so familiar with the parts and process that I feel like I've done it several times before even though it's actually the first time. you're the best.

@chrisfix

7 жыл бұрын

+jawjww awesome! I am glad you are learning a lot!

bought one, didnt really know how to use it properly , Chris Fix just told me how!

@chrisfix

5 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful!

Thank you for making life simple and helping us all save time and money 👍🏻 I was going to take my 2022 Hayabusa to the Dealership for a chain adjustment, which would include retorquing the axle, but now I can do it myself and save money and instead of paying the dealership, I can buy the tool with the sockets and pocket the rest!👍🏻

Hey mate i just want say the way you explained the how to set it ,❤you went through step by step showing the procress in a few steps was fantastic and i think alot of youtubers could learn a thing or two from the way you explain things. Exceptional job my man and thank you.❤

Hands down you have the most informative videos. Thank you for taking the time to do it right. 😊

@chrisfix

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I am glad the videos are helpful!

Excellent video Chris thank you. I lost a wheel on my travel trailer on the highway from Dealer's over-torque. I do my wheels myself now with a Snap-On TW, yes,, expensive but fun to use. Some guys have a calibration check in their truck but I would like to see your promised video on; How to Check Torque Wrench Calibration : -0),

Good thing find this video cause i will be working on cylinder head tomorrow. Just bought my torque wrench and this video really helps! Thank you

Thanks for making it simple! This is what I needed. Just got my first torque wrench & needed guidance. Awesome!

nice video chris. as always, you never disappoint! keep 'em comin!

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+tmac9938 Thanks a lot bud!

3:26 me when google fails to give me info

Just the video I wanted to see.Thanks Chris. I learn so much from you,hope you do a complete engine rebuild video .

Thanks Chris for sharing the video on Torque wrenches. clear explanation and precise to the point.Greetings from Melaka, Malaysia.

you should see the torque wrenches that are used on aircraft wheels... 4 feet long and go past 700lb-ft range

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Ira Friedman WOW!

@UrielX1212

8 жыл бұрын

+Ira Friedman We had a hydraulic torque wrench where I used to work. It could go up to I believe 2,000 lb*ft. We used to have a torque multiplier (Up to 800 or so lb*ft) that broke that caused an employees forearm to go into some blades.

@wetlettuce4768

8 жыл бұрын

+Ira Friedman Should see the size of the hydraulic torque wrenches the engineers use on oil rigs they were good for 100,000lb-ft according to the engineers I spoke to.

@billydarley6925

8 жыл бұрын

+Ira Friedman do you work at Boeing?

@ifried91

8 жыл бұрын

*****​ I work on C-17s with the air national Guard... technically yes Boeings after McDonnell Douglas got bought out

you can learn a lot more from his videos then you would in automechanics or from a book and his videos gives you confidence as well. thank you.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Robert Baratheon Thanks Robert! That is the goal! I try to jam pack every video with the best tips I know!

@robertbaratheon4621

8 жыл бұрын

+beshj what I meant by that was, you have teachers who would have you falling asleep in class and you have the ones who will keep you awake. the way he teaches makes you want to learn.

Amazing video - clear, succinct and lose that you covered all bases. I'm going to be much more confident now!

Thank you, Chris Fix for the information. It helps me a lot because I’m the one fixing my Toyota Rav 4 Sport, oil change n some other small things that I can do so that I won’t rely everything to the repair shop to save some money unless the problem is too big for me to fix.

Was wondering how you used those things from all your videos I've been watching recently

How to Check Torque Wrench Calibration: COMING SOON!!!

@chrisfix

4 жыл бұрын

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@A2BEDFH34F

4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix I got a torque wrench wich cannot be set after a said nm setting

@aidenmiller2308

3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix hi

@user-nb8yt2il2r

3 жыл бұрын

It's simple, put your torque wrench on a locked up nut or bolt set at 25lbs, then pull on the handle with a scale. It should click within a lb or two of 25. Up the weight and repeat. Most torque wrenches come from the factory within 4% accuracy so at 100 lbs they should click anywhere from 96 to 104 ft-lbs. If they click before or after that then you know if it reads light or heavy and honestly just give her the Kentucky windage

@Fxstneem

2 жыл бұрын

@samlepro3 slap train replied to me on a old old video

00:22 For some reason this basic equation fascinates me!

I actually did a precision alignment class for my job. It was interesting, they had this machine that measured clamping force, and they had everyone try to tighten down a couple of nuts without a torque wrench. They told us to do our best to use the same about of force each time. No matter which method we used, we were all wildly off without a torque wrench lol.

I just found this channel today and I'm hooked. Makes me more confident in doing DIY auto work I've been wanting to learn along with tools to have & need

OMG! THANK YOU SO MUCH BRO

I just recently became a car guy (didn't needed one for years) and I find your vids great. Informative with visual explanations too.

@chrisfix

5 ай бұрын

I'm glad you like the videos! Welcome to the car community!

@AlexanderBrown4068

5 ай бұрын

@@chrisfixCan we acknowledge what a legend Chris is for replying to videos that are years old?

I just bought one of these tools and the written instructions were impossible to understand, this was extremely helpful Thanks!!

The one thing I would add to your video Chrisfix is do not use a crows foot wrench or any extension that would make the torque wrench longer. If you do that, you have to calculate that change in length. I have seen the math involved and it's not worth the trouble.

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

Great tip! Thanks for sharing!

@jwboilermaker

5 жыл бұрын

The math isn’t that hard really. I use crows feet on torque wrenches quite a bit. You just have to make sure you keep the same offset to achieve proper torque

@joshhead6133

5 жыл бұрын

I was taught to use a crows foot at 90 degrees from the handle. But I was taught by the Canadian military so I wouldn’t be surprised if that’s wrong . Because they also say we’re not allowed to use the lowest setting on the torque wrench even though that setting still passes the calibration. The joys of working on airplanes.

@Asdayasman

5 жыл бұрын

Why would extending it change anything? Doesn't the wrench measure the force at the driver?

Very helpful video. Clear and concise and without being confusing. Many thanks Chris. 👍🏻

Great video. People way disagree on how to say it, but they’ve had help being confused. The right way to say it is lb-ft, yet the measurement on the the tool is ft-lbs. This explains everything.

6 years has passed and still waiting for that torque wrench calibration video.

I've actually never used a torque wrench thanks for teaching me how

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+Julian Rada No problem! Glad you learned something new!

@Julian-do7bv

8 жыл бұрын

I watch every video you post and actually learn a lot keep up the good work

Spot on ... as usual !!

I have just discovered your channel and am blown away by your presentation. Your thorough explanations about tool and what you need etc. Fantastic. I have subscribed and look forward to learning so much from you Thanks.

Hey Chris.I am one of those guys that never used a Torque wrench. Just what I needed to know and have saved the link to your recommended torque wrench which is very reasonably. priced.

I like my CDI wrench ❤️

Thanks for another great video!!

@chrisfix

8 жыл бұрын

+C Perry No problem! Glad you liked it!

I’m really glad to get FREE info from such a reliable source. Thank you sir!

You are so great at explaining so I understand, and answering my questions as they come into my head. Thankyou chris..great job.