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The article discusses various things to be considered while using torque wrenches for replacing spark plugs which include using wrenches to only tighten things, proper maintenance of torque wrenches, and avoiding addition of oil or wrong lubricant as that can cause torque errors.

The article offers the author's insights on the use and testing of torque wrenches. Topics discussed include Cornerstone Metrology, a calibration service provider, which tests and measure torque wrenches, collecting the standard of torque wrenches' drive clicker such as snap-on and harbor freight, and the suggestion of Keith Chauvie of Cornerstone to test harbor freight and preload clicker torque wrenches.

The article discusses techniques on the use of torque wrenches. It states that the torque wrenches should be only used to tighten things and not to loosen a fastener or as a breaker bar. It says that the automobile industry insisted more on torque wrenches for engine work as well as in tightening wheels to avoid warping rotors.

The article describes several kinds of torque wrenches and ways on how to maintain them. One is an adjustable micrometer, which is set by turning the handle until it hit the right mark on its barrel. Another is a dial-type wrench, which is the only torque wrench where the final measurement is not easily influenced by the hand's position.

The article offers step-by-step instructions on how to inspect the torque rods of M860A1 military trailers.

Provides maintenance tips for impact wrench of military vehicles. Uses of impact wrench; Installation of hardware in operation; Procedures in repairing damaged wrench.

The article offers information on the possible benefits of the DocuTite Torque Management System in the petrochemical industry. It states that Baton Rouge tool company TSR Inc. has recognized the potential of the wrench. According to the author, the hand torque wrench could give a great help if new programmable pneumatic versions of it are developed. Don Fritchie of TSR reveals that the tool could be the next big thing in the industry for its fastness and safeness in operations.

The article focuses on the importance of wheel maintenance in trucks for high efficiency and low operating costs. It mentions that the lack of basic maintenance can lead to cracks and failure, which may result in accidents. It also discusses the tire management tips provided by the wheel manufacturer Maxion Wheels to promote longer wheel life including keeping the wheels clean, maintaining a flat and properly painted wheel surface and using calibrated torque wrench to install wheel nuts.

The article offers information on the daily maintenance checklists for tracked equipment such as for checking the track tension, proper use of torque bolts and nuts and oil level maintenance.

The article focuses on the nationwide onsite calibration service being provided by HTC in New Zealand. Through the mobile service vehicles of HTC, clients can have torque wrench calibrations and certification at their place of work. It mentions that repairs can be conducted on-site as well. It adds that the HTC mobile service vans carry a range of new torque wrenches from Norbar, Sykes and Pickavant that can be supplied on the spot, with a new calibration certificate.

The article offers brief information on the TCT Series Digital Torque Wrench Checker from Shimpo Instruments.

The article focuses on the torque check method in wheel and rim retention installation on vehicles. Torque wrenches are being used by technicians to deliver more precise tightening standards on wheels and rims fasteners. Torque check identifies yielded stud and keep vehicles safe from wheel-off accidents.