re: Harbor Freight

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I get the overall point and I'm not trying to torque stuff to OEM specs to within .0000001 but I'd like to closer than "yeah that feels right"

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I have a ton of work experience when it comes to critical torquing. What I have learned is that there are many variables that affect the accuracy of a torquing procedure. Condition of the threads, the type of lubricant used, how the lubricant is applied, it goes on and on. So if, let's say a 1/2" drive, HF torque wrench is accurate to within 10 ft/lbs, you're close enough for the girls I go out with. Most people won't get that close with a $300 wrench if they don't understand and address the other variables.