I have been asked many times about what is the best torque wrench to get for torqueing the wheels so I thought I would make this an open question to see what others are using. The manual recommends torqueing the center nut to 260 ft/lbs. Since torque wrenches are most accurate in the middle of the range it is good to get a torque wrench that torques to ~600 ft/lbs. It is also necessary to get a torque wrench that torques in both directions (not all are able to do this)
The torque wrench that I use is a Proto 6020AB which is about 41.5" long and has a 90 to 600 ft/lb torque range and 3/4" drive. It is a great tool but is pretty pricy.
What torque wrench are you using?
I have had the following for several years, works great.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000K1K0U4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
CDI 6004MFRMH Torque 3/4-Inch Drive Micro-Adjustable Wrench,torque 100 to 600 ft.lbs
I'm using this. CDI is a Snap On brand, but prices are much lower. So far, it's worked great. Price has gone up a lot since I bought mine a year ago, though.
I’ve been using a digital one, works in both directions.
NEIKO 20743A Digital Torque... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009GLITFW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I don't use a torque wrench. I just tighten them with a Ridgid 1/2" 18v driver, mark their position, and monitor them throughout the day. I've found that the wheel nuts tighten to almost exactly the same position every time, and I've had no issues at all.
