Originally Posted by
gsa103
Bike generally use two types of torque levels. The first is finger tight (~5 Nm) small allen screws (stem, seat post, etc). A fixed value torque is the only thing that works for these. Standard torque wrenches are too inconvenient and don't allow good access.
This is not my experience. I've used a regular 1/4" drive torque wrench on bikes for years.
Originally Posted by
Monkey D.Luffy
Any opinion on this one? It looks almost the same as the Spin Doctor set. What kind of carbon grip paste do yall recommend too?
The one I linked to in post number 4 is Spin Doctor. It is a good wrench and comes with bits. I got it for $59 on sale several years ago. There are many other good wrenches out there. I really think people overthink this.
Just watch out for poor quality wrenches which are not accurate at the bottom and top ends of the scale - check the +/- accuracy specs before buying. Take care of it - don't drop it or bang it, always set it down on it's back, reset it to zero when you are done using it and store it in a reasonably dry and temperature controlled space and you will be OK.
Finish Line, Park and any number of manufacturers make good paste. I asked the guys at the local Performance Bike and they scooped up a bunch into a ziplock bag for me. Again, it isn't a big deal and don't overthink it.
-Tim-