VIDEO: Hot Or Cold Spark Plug Torque
We discuss how and when spark plugs should be installed. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
VIDEO: Can A Gasket Change Torque Specifications?
Learn how to find info on gasket torque specifications from OE and aftermarket manufacturer sources. This video is sponsored by MAHLE.
VIDEO: Torque Specifications On Cartridge Oil Filter Caps
Some old oil filters have torque specification but the cartridge oil filters are made of different materials for different engines. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
GEARWRENCH Introduces Electronic Torque Wrench With Angle
The new GEARWRENCH Electronic Torque Wrench with Angle is available for 3/8-inch and 1/2-inch drives. It features three modes of operation: Peak Torque, Angle and Peak Angle.
VIDEO: Spark Plug Torque Specifications
What determines the torque specs on a spark plug? Is it the engine? The spark plug itself? or multiple factors? Find out as Andrew Markel explains! Sponsored by DENSO.
Snap-on Introduces New Flex-Head Electronic Torque Wrenches
The new Snap-on ATECH1FS240 and ATECH2CS240 Flex-Head TechAngle Micro Torque Wrenches pack the same electronic features as larger ATECH series tools, but in a slim, compact steel body. “Reaching a valve cover or intake manifold is much easier with a torque wrench designed for close clearance work,” says Bryan Hantke, a Snap-on Tools product manager.
VIDEO: Finding Torque Specifications For Fasteners
All fasteners on a vehicle require a specific torque to prevent damage to components, or the fasteners themselves. Andrew Markel explains how to find torque specifications. Sponsored by ProDemand from Mitchell1.
Trusting Your Torque Wrench
The torque specifications for components are much more exact now. Fastener requirements are also changing such that nuts and bolts are more vehicle specific, so there is no more running to the backroom if you need a replacement.
Torque Converter Basics
The concept of using a torque converter, oil pump, planetary gear sets, clutches, bands and a computer-controlled hydraulic valve body to transmit torque and to change gear ratios is relatively simple. The torque converter allows the engine to idle in gear with the vehicle stopped and multiplies engine torque during the initial stages of acceleration.
Milwaukee Introduces M18 FUEL Mid-Torque Impact Wrenches
Milwaukee Tool has introduced its M18 FUEL 1/2” Mid-Torque Impact Wrenches. The new tools are similar in size and weight to compact impact wrenches, but deliver 450 ft.-lbs. of fastening torque and 600 ft.-lbs. of torque. “As the power tool industry evolves and expectations increase, users continue to demand fastening solutions that provide more power
