John D.

Am I correct n converting lb. in. into lbs for a torque wrench as follows:
If item calls for 100 lb.in. I would set my torque wrench at approx 8.33 lbs torque .
Or 12 lbs. in. = 1 lb. torque????? :confused: :confused: :seeya :chevy

redwingvette

That is correct however I would not suggest using a ft/lb wrench for something less than 20 ft/lbs if you are using the click type. It is to easy to over torque.

mapman

John D,

1 ft-lb does equal 12 inch-lb. However, sounds like the 100 in-lbs will be at the low end of your torque wrench range. Many torque wrenches are not very accurate at the low end (or high end) of their range. You might try to find a torque wrench especially made for low torque values.

John D.

Thanks for the answers to all. :seeya