Park Tool TW-2 Torque Wrench (3/8- Inch Drive, 0-600 inch Lbs)
September 7, 2013 - Comment
Because torque specifications are now given for most parts and accessories, Park Tool offers two tough, accurate torque wrenches. The TW-2 is 3/8″ drive. Includes two scales from 0-600 inch pounds and 0-70 Nm. Product Features The scale of the TW-2 is made with increments of 5 Nm per line, and 25 in-lbs per line.
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Critical tool for tightening carbon fiber components! Being an avid cyclist, I love assembling, tinkering, and modifying all of my bikes. Four years ago, I added a full-monocoque carbon fiber road bike (2006 CFR-LE) to my stable. I bought the Park TW-2 Torque Wrench to correctly tighten all of the carbon fiber components (stem, seatpost, cranks, etc.) to manufacturer specs and to prevent damage from overtightening. The long handle provides plenty of torque even for the carbon crankset fixing bolt.The scale on the TW-2 ranges from 0-600…
Good wrench for the money I originall bought the 60 inch version and am happy with it so I bought the 600 inch version. As I said in my review of the 60 incher, I was concerned about the accuracy and mechanics of the click wrenches that many prefer. The downside of the beam wrenches is you have to be looking at the scale. In my opinion the upside is it is easy to check the calibration (set zero) and I like to be able to watch the torque build by looking at the scale rather than wondering when I am going to get there…
Re-Branded, 1/2 the Price at Sears Pro’s:+ Does not need to be sent off for calibration+ DurableCon’s:- The identical unit, under a different brand, is available at Sears for 1/2 the price- Plastic handle feels cheap.- Make sure you calibrate it out of the box – mine was about 1 nM off and the needle was pressed against the meter. Seems sloppy.I have several other Park tools and they work well (usually not the best, but better than average). I expected something a little…