This guide will teach you how to use a torque wrench, check its accuracy calibration, and keep it in shipshape with minimal maintenance.

Use a good-quality, thicker-diameter extension to reduce any small inaccuracy. Do not use a longer handle on the end of a torque wrench to give yourself more leverage.

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Using an impact wrench is second-nature to most of us. Still, it's important to layout the basics for newcomers. Here's how to use one.