I was always told to tighten with the top of the fat wrench that turns instead of the middle of it. Also I emailed wheeler before and it’s the middle of the red line. You think that would be mention in the directions.
FOr sure. If you only need one weight. It gets expensive getting multiples though (if you work with more than one weight). The "benchtop kit" which has all the different fixed weight is around $525 msrp.
An option for you might be the Wheeler FAT sticks. The limiters work like you say, but they are limited to a 15, 25, 35, 45 & 65. I think the Fix it Sticks with the 15-65 is nicer. The reason is that included with the tool is the T-Handle and sockets to loosen or slightly tighten before torquing. You can also divide the lines in half I'm guessing that gives 15-65 in 5lb increments.
@@97mustangcobra darn it. Why didn't I think of that. I'll probably get the digital fat wrench and do a separate video of that test. thank you for the idea!
I know this is old and surely you figured this out by now but you're absolutely using that wrong!!!! Haha the handle at the top that you set is where the torque gage is, their site, hundreds of reviewers, other videos, etc. are EVERYWHERE showing the proper use of these Haha you're just turning a screwdriver the way your using em, a VERY expensive screwdriver at that Lol
I was always told to tighten with the top of the fat wrench that turns instead of the middle of it. Also I emailed wheeler before and it’s the middle of the red line. You think that would be mention in the directions.
Good info!
I think the Fix It Sticks fixed poundage rating attachments may be easier to use. No lining up lines, just wait for the click and you're done
FOr sure. If you only need one weight. It gets expensive getting multiples though (if you work with more than one weight). The "benchtop kit" which has all the different fixed weight is around $525 msrp.
An option for you might be the Wheeler FAT sticks. The limiters work like you say, but they are limited to a 15, 25, 35, 45 & 65. I think the Fix it Sticks with the 15-65 is nicer. The reason is that included with the tool is the T-Handle and sockets to loosen or slightly tighten before torquing. You can also divide the lines in half I'm guessing that gives 15-65 in 5lb increments.
I thought you were going to check the screw tightened with fat wrench by using the fix it stix. That would have been interesting
@@97mustangcobra darn it. Why didn't I think of that. I'll probably get the digital fat wrench and do a separate video of that test. thank you for the idea!
Fat stick customer service says middle of line is precise.
I know this is old and surely you figured this out by now but you're absolutely using that wrong!!!! Haha the handle at the top that you set is where the torque gage is, their site, hundreds of reviewers, other videos, etc. are EVERYWHERE showing the proper use of these Haha you're just turning a screwdriver the way your using em, a VERY expensive screwdriver at that Lol
Ha yes. I"m still preferring the Fix it sticks. I'll pick up a digital wheeler at some point to see if it's more accurate.
The Fixit sticks are less accurate and are overpriced. Way over...
Fat wrench is closer to actual torque.
IMHO and in my experience, the regular FAT wrench sucks. The digital one is pretty good. but the Fixit sticks are much easier to use and are accurate.
Doesent look like either one is any good , there must be a better alternative !!