Originally Posted by cn90

I used to have all kinds of torque wrenches:
- Dial type (The $15 type).
- The "Click" type: the problem is you have to make sure it is properly maintained and not locking up.
Some people destroy their nuts/bolts simply bc the torque wrench does not "click" when reaching the torque. This is a good tool but requires some maintenance, which we tend to forget.
- The electronic type (it beeps when at the torque). Just like the above but instead of "clicking noise", it beeps.

I already got rid of other types and keep ONLY the dial type.
If you want to keep your life simple, then get the dial type, it is $15-$20 at hardware store.


PS: For lug nut...I usually tighten snug by hand then go another 45 degrees (such as from 1:30 o'clock ---> 3 o'clock. I did this 45-degree experiment years ago and this amounts to about 80 ft*lb. Do your own experiment and you will see the beauty of this 45-degree thingy.