I use a Wheeler Fat Wrench.

I know a few guys that swear by Fix it Stix, including mounting multi thousand dollar scopes. https://store.fixitsticks.com/...in-one-torque-driver

I have used the Wheeler Fat wrench for over 10 years now. It has worked for everything from red dot sights on handguns, to LPVO's, and a wide range of scopes.

I have definitely saved more money than its cost, when considering how much ammo has been saved by not having to remount optics and then re-zero them.

If you go directly to Wheeler's website, you can try the promo code TGC10 to see if it is still providing a 10% discount.

I have a wheeler you are welcome too as well. kz is closer and may be easier to link up with.
But mine is available.

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Originally posted by old rugged cross:
You don't need one. Good and hand tight. Maybe get some blue locktite and use a tiny bit on each screw. That will do it.


What did you buy?

Don’t NEED one but certainly want to.
Also Vibra Tite is the way to go not Blue Thread locker.

https://www.vibra-tite.com/thr...ite-vc-3-threadmate/

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Originally posted by tatortodd:

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Originally posted by hray:
https://www.harborfreight.com/...-22-piece-58950.html

That's what I bought and use.

That is $20 more than the Wheeler. Is it worth the extra $20?

I don’t know if it’s worth $20 more for it. It does come with more pieces. I was kind of in the same boat as op. Could have ordered one or after reading and watching some reviews I got that one plus there was a harbor freight just down the road. I like it and honestly I don’t think I paid $79 for it. Hray

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Also Vibra Tite is the way to go not Blue Thread locker.

Blue loc-tite has worked just fine for decades.

Along with (almost) painless dentistry, reliable cars, cordless screwdrivers, and the revolution in precision of factory rifles and ammunition, the availability of reasonably-priced torque limiters and in turn manufacturers’ providing recommended torque settings is one of the things I’m most pleased about at long last in my declining years. Stripped or broken or improperly tightened screws and damaged scope tubes are a thing of the thankfully distant past, and the convenience of simply looking up the recommended settings, using the right tool, and turning until it clicks is an incredible relief from what I struggled with for decades. The sting of the cost of the right tools for any job soon fades, but having them brings satisfaction every time they’re used.

I use the wheeler fat wrench. Simple and works as advertised.

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Blue loc-tite has worked just fine for decades.

Fair enough but for this application vibratite is way better.

I've had two Wheeler fat wrenches. One was fine the other one sucked. I bought a Vortex, it is much, much higher quality and worth the money.

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Originally posted by kz1000:
Steve, you can borrow my Wheeler Fat Wrench.

Thank you, I appreciate the offer.

I plan to buy one today, as it appears it is something my tool chest should have.

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Originally posted by Black92LX:
I have a wheeler you are welcome too as well. kz is closer and may be easier to link up with.
But mine is available.

quote:

Originally posted by old rugged cross:
You don't need one. Good and hand tight. Maybe get some blue locktite and use a tiny bit on each screw. That will do it.


What did you buy?

Don’t NEED one but certainly want to.
Also Vibra Tite is the way to go not Blue Thread locker.

https://www.vibra-tite.com/thr...ite-vc-3-threadmate/

Thank you for the offer, but I plan to buy one today. I will use the Vibra Tite. The scope and mount are shipping today.

I really like my Fix It Sticks with torque wrench.

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Originally posted by egregore:

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Shit, I have never even heard of a torque screwdriver.

They exist but are relatively uncommon because of the small fasteners and low torques involved. Not used at all in automotive work.

No need for a high-dollar Snap-on for your limited/occasional use. The Wheeler and even the Harbor Freight mentioned shoud be good enough.

I'm probably the odd man out.
I use my Fat Wrench at work more than on scopes and such.
Some fuel injectors have nuts for the electrical connections rather than a plug.
Over torque those and someone has to tell the foreman that the shop is buying the guy a new injector.
Pulled more than a few valve covers due to a "bad" injector only to find the nuts are loose.
I used mini torque wrenches before I got the Fat Wrench.

I've used a Wheeler for scopes and motorcycles on occasion.

I have a Proto Professional 6 to 36 in-lb torque driver I bought at Grainger. You can get cheaper brands - Craftsman had some at some point.

I also have a pre-set 65 in-lb T-handle for mounts that require it (Mark IV mounts and similar).

I need to get the calibration checked sometime, it's been a while since I got it.

"Hand Tight" doesn't cut it, except with low recoil rimfires. Most joint failures are caused by too much or too little torque. Strip out the mounting screw holes on an Aimpoint Micro T-1 (6 in-lb max) - and "shit how do I fix this?" and then be thankful Aimpoint service is so good they replace it for free. Always use the proper tool and the manufacturer's torque spec.

Fit-It sticks look pretty cool and seem to be gun-specific. Might try them sometime.

Wiha. Buy once; cry once. Or Wera - also German - if you're on a budget