Park Tool Adjustable Torque Driver - Review

[Raydek]

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Shop-grade torque wrenches are often bulky items that can cost more than the component that you just stripped out because you weren't using one. There are, however, plenty of choices when it comes to smaller, less expensive torque wrenches with pre-set values, but these often don't allow you to change the tool bit, and also force you to have a selection of different torque wrenches depending on your requirements. Park Tool has all of the former in their catalog, but they've also just added the ATD-1 Adjustable Torque Driver that, thanks to its adjustable values and interchangeable bits, could make those other choices obsolete when it comes to day-to-day repair jobs that don't call for extremely high torque numbers.

 

Full review on Pinkbike: http://www.pinkbike.com/news/park-took-adjustable-torque-driver-review-2015.html

[JXV]

Nice but a very limited range. For example this will not provide enough torque for tightening Shimano crank or caliper mounting bolts or any of my pivot bolts.

My stem says 9 Nm on the steerer....etc.

 

If it had a range from 3Nm to 15 Nm and ability for a 6mm allen key then I'd buy one.

[SCD]

Awesome tool! Most bolts on my bike hold good with 5Nm. For the bigger ones I would use my big T-wrench. 

...google "Park Tool Adjustable Torque Driver - best price"

 

[Raydek]

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Park tool is introducing eight new tools just in time for Summer, continuing in its mission to support both professional and amateur mechanics efforts to tweak and build bikes better. The new class includes improvements on existing tools as well as new products, all available now through your local bike shop. Wrench past the break to see the Summer 2015 Park Tool Collection…

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The ATD-1 Adjustable Torque Driver is designed to be your go-to tool for tightening fasteners on performance components. Able to apply 4, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, or 6.0 Newton Meters of torque to fasteners with the click of a dial, the ATD-1 comes standard with 3mm, 4mm, and 5mm allen and T25 bits magnetically secured into the twist off cap of the handle. MSRP $72.95

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If you are looking for a less versatile offering than the ATD-1, there are non-adjustable versions available with the same tool bits, the PTD-4, PTD-5, and PTD-6. Preset Torque drivers deliver 4Nm, 5Nm, and 6Nm respectively and are color coded. MSRP $44.95 each.

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The BBT-10.2 Adjusting Cap tool is for the installation and removal the adjusting caps on Shimano Hollowtech II crank/BB systems. In the case of a seized cap, an 8mm hex wrench can be used for leverage through the back of the tool. Equipped with a little hook, it is also helpful in the removal of the safety plate. MSRP $10.95

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The INF-2 Inflator specifically designed for bicycles, features an improved, lightened body, a rotatable 360 degree Presta and Schrader head, and a redesigned trigger for more versatile hanging options in your professional or home workshop. It features a 0-160psi gauge and is fully rebuildable in case of mechanical issue. MSRP $140.95

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The DAG-2.2 Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge improves on the original design through tighter tolerances in the tool for better accuracy, features better clearance to better function with more derailleur and frame combinations including the lower clearance hangers found on thru-axle designs, and the shaft has been thickened for better strength. MSRP $74.95

[Chain-L]

where can I buy one of these?

[Pulse]

where can I buy one of these?

Yes, I would also be keen to get one

[Organic]

Yes, I would also be keen to get one

 

They're on CRC - was just looking at this today.

 

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/park-tool-atd-1-adjustable-torque-driver/rp-prod144472

 

I got a (in my opinion nicer) BBB torque wrench a few years ago, which has been great.  Similar to this one:

 

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/x-tools-pro-torque-wrench-and-bit-set/rp-prod55950

[Pulse]

They're on CRC - was just looking at this today.

 

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/park-tool-atd-1-adjustable-torque-driver/rp-prod144472

 

I got a (in my opinion nicer) BBB torque wrench a few years ago, which has been great. Similar to this one:

 

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/za/en/x-tools-pro-torque-wrench-and-bit-set/rp-prod55950

Thanx!

 

I also think the more traditional torque wrench is a better option

[lechatnoir]

Yoh! That Park stuff is purty!! Wish I could charge like that for the things I made... Until I do, I won't be buying anything Park...

[JXV]

This tool for removing end caps from Shimano 24mm cranks will allow much more than than the recommended torque of about 0.5 to 1 Nm to be applied. That puts the plastic endcap in tension and can tear the top off after which the crank can gradually 'walk' off the splined shaft. Great tool but use with caution. The original Shimano plastic tool literally cannot overtorque the cap unless you have vice-grip fingers.

 

 

The way one is supposed to use the end cap is to assemble the crank with the pinned plate in place. Tighten the cap by hand to 0.5 to 1.0 Nm and THEN tighten the two crank arm securing bolts to max 14 Nm. This way the cap will almost never seize in place....provided you loosen the crank arm bolts before trying to remove the cap!

 

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