[YeloPony]

So it's time to get a torque wrench.. most of my tools are craftsman, a few Irwin and others here and there.. but going to sears today and seeing $70-$200 for a torque wrench I'm now wondering about other brands.

I've seen some great prices at harbor freight, but how good is that? does anyone have good/bad experineces with any brands? any insight it appreciated..

Looking at ebay and craigslist now too..

[johnnshepherd]

i bought a generic $30 one from o'reily last year. no problems so far.

[MustangGT83]

I own all sorts of tools from craftsman to snap-on. I will say my torque wrench is from snap-on. Torque is so critical on parts that you need to be sure you have an accurate torque wrench. Craftsman is great for sockets and things but specality tools are a different subject.

[RLG34750]

can't go wrong with craftsman even for the torque wrench

[EagleAutosports]

When it comes to tools, there's some you can scrimp on like wrenches. When it comes to sockets, screwdrivers, or precision tools like a torque wrench, you want the best you can afford. If it means waiting a month to get a good quality unit rather the cheapo store brand now, you need to wait and get the better one. Not all torque wrenches are the same, so I'd recommend getting a trusted name.

[X-Ravin]

FWIW I have a Harbor Freight and a Craftsman torque wrench. I'll trust the Craftsman for anything on the car, but I won't bring the HF wrench anywhere near the engine. I only use it for in the ballpark stuff. Torque wrench is extremely vital when you start digging into the engine.