How I Use A Torque Stick

Still waiting on parts for the Supra, so figured I would take some time to address some negative comments on Instagram by performing a little demo on how to properly use a torque stick in my Universe!
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[@ja-bv3lq]

I am so happy to see you put a pad under your knees when hand-torquing those studs. Believe me, in 20-30 years, your knees will thank you! I'm closing in on 50 and WISH I would have done that in my younger years.

[@klwthe3rd]

I love when mechanics use Torque sticks to properly tighten the lug nuts on my car. The only problem is that most mechanics don't do what you do Faye. They keep the air gun on for too long and it ends up tightening them too much. I like how you do it. You just click your gun till you hear the lug nuts bottom out. You don't keep going over and over again. Great video.

[@FayeHadley]

Thank you!

[@detailshop4993]

Hello. Im just turn 44 year old male. That was always fascinated with working on cars. But never did it as a career. You have inspired me to chase my dreams and go back to what I love. Thank you 👍

[@FayeHadley]

I'm so glad to hear that and welcome home to your calling!!!

[@TheTehman]

As someone who has worked in tires for over a decade, you used a torque stick exactly like I was trained. I know there are a lot of guys who don't like them, but if used like you did here, it adds an additional layer of protection for the customer. It's a hell of a lot easier than feathering them on by throttling the trigger.

[@fictional25m]

until you get nerve damage i used them shop rules after a month or two of daily use i stopped feeling my fingers a dr can give you a note but really you can blip them on i know some don't know how far to go and some go to far typically green horns

[@TheTehman]

@Truth Defender Yes. It's essentially a guarantee (if done correctly) that you won't over tighten the lugs. Some people refer to it as a "pre-torque" I don't know about you, but I feel better knowing the customers wheel is secured correctly. Ever seen a tire fall off while the car is driving? Scary stuff! Not to mention that they come back pissed!

[@TheTehman]

Truth Defender it can be caused by a number of things, including improper torque. Excessive corrosion on the wheel/hub matting surface, lugnut fatigue from over torquing. Application of antiseize or other thread lubricant. Improper lug seat type. Improper thread engagement. I’m sure there’s more.

[@DougKremer]

From a Mechanical Engineer, A+. Including the extra touch of hand indexing the socket onto the lugnut instead of just cranking it.

[@MaxGolden]

So freakin true!!

[@jackiegammon2065]

Thanks for the info! Great to see someone doing things and actually thinking about "why" they do it in a certain way!

[@wb4rfd]

Great video Faye! I am not a professional mechanic, but work on my own vehicles. While I don't own any torque sticks, I sort of tighten lugs as you instructed by using my little battery powered ratchet. It only tightens to 35 ft-lbs, but I've never seen a wheel lug less than that. So I run up the lugs with the power ratchet, lower the car, then finish with a torque wrench. Cheers from Florida!

[@keithosterkamp6207]

Such a great teacher. I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos. Great explanations of the how and the why.

[@arjaitheoriginal]

I wish I could like this another 100 times! I have had more people question my methods on a tire rotation than any other process. I have actually written up some employees for not properly torquing a wheel. Those that say things like"Never had one fall off", are the one's that eventually find the door, cause if you can't learn the right way to torque a wheel, what else are you effing up?

[@cameronduff884]

I've been doing a little testing myself using a torque multiplier ,problems occur when antisize or any lube is on the studds,so they switch to a lower "pre torque "and then "ANGLE "..so in my experiment, the torque was 475ftlbs, but if there was contamination from a leaking hubcap, you might pre torque to 100ftlbs and finish with 135 degrees. (this was my result..not official), basically snug and then 4:30 on a clock.

[@Jademyheart]

I agree Faye, Just found out & purchased several, very handy & precise... Good upload 👌💯

[@stephan4490]

And that is one of the definition differences between a mechanic and a technician, a mechanic will caveman the job but a technician knows overtorqing will stretch out and weaken the studs and that a torque stick only gets you there and the torque wrench is a must, live the video.

[@VitoVeccia]

Torquing wheels properly is very overlooked. Either the rotors pulsate if too tight, or the wheel comes off. Most people throw away the instructions that come with it; saying that you need to calibrate the gun to the torque stick based on gun setting, gun strength, air line diameter, air pressure, and yes, even the cleanliness of the lugs( rust buildup). You did it right by verifying the torque value with a torque wrench. But don't forget to clean the mating surface of the hub and wheel. If not, then when you hit a bump, the wheel re-centers itself, and the lugs loosen up causing need for a second torque. But I will say, you have more common sense than half people I have worked with.

[@ThebeardedDude1307]

You are freaking awesome Faye. My girlfriend wants to get into working on cars with me and ive been showing her your videos to inspire her to follow through. I work on cars myself (more of an R&R guy right now). We live close by and i told her to look into those classes ive heard you mention on your videos. Keep kicking ass Faye. PLUR!!!

[@redneckillinois2030]

Funny thing is this chick knows more than a lot of guys that’s came outta the same generation. Great job! Smart lady!

[@Cartman4200]

As a mechanic, I use torque sticks and hand torque lug nuts. Best way to know your wheels are tight. Just remember over time and use they lose the ability to properly torque. Over tightening lug nuts can warp brake rotors too.

[@cameronduff884]

Amen.

[@stephenmoxley3004]

Great video, Faye. I've never used torque sticks, because I wasn't sure of their accuracy. Your video actually proves that they're pretty accurate and also demonstrates the fact that torque sticks don't eliminate the need to do a final check with a good torque wrench. Keep up the great work.

[@yanikstaley7405]

That's a really great information video on torque sticks when i started many moons ago i was taught to just use the impact gun and go over it twice. I never trusted that and checked behind it. From what i found over the years is the variance in Impact Guns and air pressure will affect them

[@cameronduff884]

I found this out also on 1 inch guns, the smaller ones want to keep creeping, the air pressure can control the bigger guns, finally I broke down and set up a torque multiplier, now,using a MICRO ADJUSTING REGULATOR, the torque can set exactly with air pressure and you can have the guns certified if you need to (bench tested).

[@guuuu666]

You can send it all the way with the torque stick and it will never over torque a lug nut. The extended body of the stick is precisely made to lose torsional load at the rated torque. The more torque you apply the more twist the stick will have, preventing over tightening. And yes, it is imperative to use a torque meter to complete the job. Torque sticks are just a tool to speed up labor.

[@johnmesser3278]

Ty and Best wishes young one. Been spinning wrenches over 30 years. You bring a light, your light and knowledge to it. Peace

[@cameronduff884]

Amen.

[@waxitron9181]

My old shop used to use them incessantly. I switched to a Milwaukee Electric Impact, and it's different power settings allowed me to forgo picking up a stick set to go along with a pnumatic impact gun. You can pick a max torque value which the gun will not exceed (60/100/800ft/lb). Still do the last bit by hand though, that's key.

[@remainingrex9471]

I'm just getting into wrenching on cars. I never would have thought to use a torque stick like this, thank you for the video!

[@FayeHadley]

:)

[@Bittrich1]

I've been wanting to get a set. Probably will be one of my next purchases. Thanks for sharing.

[@FayeHadley]

Awesome!

[@ericb5273]

Went to a tire shop. On the rack the professionals used the impact to get them taught. Then they got it on the ground and used a torque wrench. They would get it to click, then after the click the guy went another half turn. I tried to tell him that's not how you do it. He rolled his eyes at me, then proceeded to do them the same way on all the other wheels. When I got home, I had to get my impact out, loosen them up, then torque them down properly. I know it's just installing lug nuts but if how someone does the simple tasks will determine how careful they are when the tasks get more difficult. Well done!! For what it's worth, I have an electric torque wrench for doing my own rotations. I use a conventional socket and release the trigger about a 1/2 second before I am taught. It spins its way to a stop. From there, I usually have one rotation before I click with the torque wrench. With that, I have little use for the torque stick. I but if I used that high torque pneumatic unit like yours, I'd probably use the sticks

[@ovwok]

I use them the same way Faye, run um down and double check with a torque wrench. Don't wear um out beating then to death!

[@roncalvin661]

I totally agree. Your way makes a lot sense. I love watching your video they are very informative.

[@generatorjohn4537]

I have been watching your vids for a while and glad that you are an advocate of torquing hardware. As a young man I remember how I over tightened an alternator mounting hole and cracked the alternating housing. Ouch! Lessons learned the hard way. Thanks

[@planesailing6919]

Sounds good.. I’ve never used one though, I’ve always used light pressure on the trigger of the gun to prevent over torquing.

[@cameronduff884]

That's better than nothing, at least you have a conscious.

[@truenorthmuskoka9077]

I totally agree. Thats how I do it. The only thing I do a bit different is I use a short socket. My thought is that it brings the torque bar closer to the lug nut hence providing more accuracy. Not sure if the science makes sense but it works for me.

[@resistorstudios]

We had to use them when I was a tech. It was just a habit, never had a problem using them and never had any comebacks from it.

[@walkernottexasranger7565]

I want to work with Faye!!! My boss won't let us use torque sticks. I'm going to show him this video and see if I can get him to mend his ways 😚

[@brianballard5509]

Interesting thank you. I really only work on vintage cars but I have seen these always wondered what they were for.

[@iwatchthistuf]

thumbs up for the silkie! first time ever heard of a torque stick. we use "pre-set impacts" then use the click stick. except for the old guys that don't trust modern tools. they use a four-way tire wrench and beam -torque wrench.

[@braddennis9669]

As a semi retired Master tech I admire your technique. Keep up the good work. When I was in business there were no female technicians in my area. I'd always said that a lady tech would pay more attention to detail and get the job done right. Proud to see you in the field! Keep the grease under the nails, it's good for them

[@FayeHadley]

Thank you!

[@nopenottalib4366]

I've never used impact tools to install lug nuts. I use them to remove the lugs, but I always hand-start lug nuts and then run them snug with a standard 3/4" ratchet extension with a socket on it. I don't use the wrench itself ... just use the extension like a screwdriver. Gets them on and snug quickly enough for me. After I lower it to the ground, I torque them all with my trusty torque wrench. But then again, I don't really use power tools for installing fasteners much at all anyway.

[@FayeHadley]

That's the best way, honestly. But sometimes I like to hurry it up! Nice username btw!

[@nopenottalib4366]

@@FayeHadley Thanks! No harm in using power tools to make a job easier. Especially when you do it the right way like you seem to do. I'd never heard of torque sticks before this vid, TBH. Take care!

[@auxmike]

Nope NottaLib you would starve as a mechanic

[@nopenottalib4366]

@@auxmike I'm not a mechanic. I'm a DIYer. I'm a network administrator by trade - a DIY mechanic by necessity.

[@jasonb947]

Thank you for this video. I was on the fence if I should by a set but watching your video has made it more educated about this tool. Your videos are very educational and helpful while I complete my Automotive Technician program.

[@jessezuniga8022]

So I found this helpful... I've used a torque stick before but never new how to use it correctly old was never told Joe to use it properly. But they way you explained it and used it makes allot of sense...

[@markdstump]

This seem like a good system :) In my testing--which only involves one impact gun used with the same 150 lb*ft torque stick, on the same lug nuts of the single truck I own...I have concluded that a full two seconds of hammering gets me closer. I admit that your way is certainly less likely to overdue it, but for now I'm sticking with 2 seconds. BTW, if you go to the torque test channel you'll see that impact wrenches (without a torque limiting stick) don't tighten bolts to their max for about 15 seconds...everything less than 15 seconds is less than the maximum torque.

[@RollsCnardly]

Give me a link to this Video on the torque test channel that says 15 (fifteen seconds). You must mean 1.5 seconds. 15 seconds is an awful lot of uga dugas ! ALL the lug tuds would be waaay stretched out by then, I guarantee it - unless you are using an junk impact or one with a Dead Battery . . .

[@theroyalcrownedtiger2946]

A gothic looking girl that works on automobiles, now that's a rare combo.

[@retrodave79]

You forgot the hairy chick at the end, that makes the ultra combo.

[@Handlebarrz]

I think I'm in love.And to say that I have polish chicken in my backyard 😂

[@Cacowninja]

@@retrodave79 Another hot woman in the vid- Oh... Yeah...

[@rbspider]

Don't forget to add a Harvard graduate to the Gothic who works on vehicles

[@MrSupernova111]

She's also ASE certified according to her shirt. I'm still confused. haha

[@durwoodrobison7800]

I wish more mechanics/auto techs used torque sticks. I've yet to see one at any of my local tire shops use them, which is why I always hand mount my own wheels after getting tires mounted. Good on you for doing the job properly.

[@jeffkeryk3550]

Thanks Faye. I just bought an 80 pound feet torque stick because mt new Makita cordless impact hits 100 pound feet really easy. I will use your method! I appreciate your guidance.

[@Tanker3278]

Learn something everyday. Never heard of a torque stick before. Thanks!

[@jessestevens8273]

Wait... I'm not supposed to just stand n bounce on the lug wrench until the studs squeak??!

[@FayeHadley]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dww7141]

Great video....also you talked me into buying the same torque sticks as you!! I always like your vids....keep it coming!!

[@noahelliott3237]

Hey Faye, I’m a fellow technician! I just started working at a Ford dealership and stumbled upon your videos because Toyota and Supras are my second favorite car and brand. Your videos are awesome, You definitely gained a subscriber from me!

[@nbarrager]

My instructors at school neglected to teach us all this, I'll just put one on and hammer away. Glad I'm figuring that out before I get out of school.

[@anthonyray5515]

Yeah, think of your family members out there trying to break loose lug nuts that are over tightened in the rain on a dark road some night. Fuck, just do them lugs right save someone a real nightmare. Over tightening also can crack the stud and cause the wheel to fly off in a hard turn, say like swerving to miss a deer under heavy breaking. 8-(

[@nigelbarton8350]

Great video Faye, so many people- including those who call themselves mechanics- miss the whole point of leaving that bit so when you use the torque wrench you know it’s just right. I watched the monkey at my local tyre place the other day gun my wheels up full whack, then get the torque wrench. When it clicked without moving the nut he looked surprised so cranked it another quarter turn just to be sure. The manager wondered why I wasn’t happy!

[@LJimenez0185]

I’ve never heard about those torque sticks, but I like the way you explained!! Really nice!!!

[@justinsoler0614]

I am glade you made that video Faye because I had bought a set and I held it down for a bit and when I tried to remove the tire the following time it was difficult. So this gives me an idea great video.

[@FayeHadley]

Heck yeah! That's awesome! Thank you!

[@icemonk12]

Thanks for the video👍🔧 I use the same method. It even says on my torque sticks check final torque with torque wrench.

[@mushroomcloud1]

A mechanic who takes the time to use a torque stick shows attention to detail. I like that.

[@cameronduff884]

Amen.

[@JJ64018]

I use torque sticks but admittedly not all the time. I get same results by just lowering the power setting on the impact and giving the lug nuts a quick zip without hearing the hammering from the impact

[@RezGuyAZ]

Just found your channel. I have a 2017 SR5 Tacoma 4x4. Watched a few videos, so now I'm a new sub.

[@chopperhead2012]

Three types of comments: 1. "I've never seen a mechanic use torque sticks to tighten lugs, I wish my mechanic cared as much as you" 2. "Neat, I've never heard of torque sticks before" 3. "It's a grill!? AND she's hawt!?"

[@FayeHadley]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Scotts_Blocks]

Can I pick all three

[@priitmolder6475]

Dont forget about "She aint doin' it right" followed by an exhaustive micromanaging tips and tricks paragraph

[@avsiii7661]

Oh, man, I love her voice.

[@kcee7841]

I could listen to her all day. ☺

[@Iceaxehikes]

Such a pleasant voice and manner of speaking.

[@priitmolder6475]

two or three step torquing is standard practice in race shops and on high performance engines. For example, the new Supra has a 3 step specific torquing sequence on the cylinder head from factory

[@ginnai]

I am a hobbyist, so don't know what is right, but that looks fine by me. Honestly, I use a low power electric impact and then manually torque it up; my Dewalt top ends at 60lb/ft, so I just drive it on with that first. 🤷‍♂️

[@racer6583]

finally someone else that knows how to use a torq' stick, great demo I was taught the same way by my pap

[@Jonathanmoguel]

what i do, is put the impact at the lowest setting, tighten the lugs. after when lowering the vehicle, i lower it just enough where the vehicles tires touches the ground, with the load still on the lift. then i torque the lugs. then after that, lower the vehicle completely. never had a issue. in the 10 yrs ive been doing the profession

[@hazmat5760]

They were a life saver on the tow truck. Carried the 100ftpound, which means somethings were slightly overtightened, but they were going to a tire shop anyways. :D

[@flightofapaullo72]

You just reminded me that we need a new torque wrench in the shop. Great video btw.👍

[@DomManInT1]

I want more women like this in the auto repair business.

[@numberpirate]

And what no ugly women? No butch lesbians? Sorry, specifying women "like this" sounds misogynistic.

[@--EL]

@@numberpirate maybe he was talking about those good positive qualities and not something superficial like hair style or sexual preferences....

[@Jaksmodteam]

@@numberpirate yes nobody finds a fat manly women attractive.

[@RSST662]

Any gender knows she’s one of the hottest , if not The hottest , woman on earth . Everyone .

[@jwa718]

@@numberpirate Straight men LOVE attractive women especially those so darned cute at doing something they enjoy doing and are obviously experienced at doing. Sorry MB Taber but that's how the world AND universe works---get used to it!

[@MikeFullyFulford]

Refreshing to see people using an actual torque wrench. The number of times I have gotten vehicles back from shops with unevenly or grossly over or under torqued lugs is disgusting. I once got my car, 1/2 studs, back from the dealership and several nuts would not move with my torque wrench set to 250 lb/ft.

[@FayeHadley]

That's so disheartening!! They do such a disservice to those of us busting out butts to do great work for our customers, sacrificing the extra buck for beating the time clock ....

[@JoseGarcia-ru1hg]

Thank you for the tip on hiw to use this tool! Keep up with the good job!

[@ravinperera4255]

Shes really cool, and entertaining

[@randyperfecto7468]

Awesome Faye , saw u Sunday on All Girls, continued success Hua!!!!!

[@FayeHadley]

Thank you! I'm on my way out there now to make some season 9 happen!!!

[@billward4418]

I agree with your method torque stick then torque wrench. I wish other mechanics did that.

[@normanhoman7133]

Thank you for sharing this information. Very informative and satisfying to watch.

[@Doorkicker505]

I've never heard of a torque stick. I learned something today. Thanks !!

[@keithbailey5923]

Some 20 yrs or so I know of they have been around

[@whoguy4231]

Thats precise lug nuts....I usually just stand on the wrench.

[@deft1abc1]

Thats a good way to snap off a stud.

[@hairybubbles127]

Exactly correct. First dead proper use of torque sticks I've seen lately.

[@williamburrows6006]

Hi Faye, this is a very informative video if like me, someone is interested in how to determine what stick they need. All of my family vehicles have lug nuts that call for 95 to110 ft. Lbs. of torque. I bought a 75ft lb stick, and it works perfectly. No more loosening the nuts to retorque them after using my impact gun for the install. Thanks so much.

[@--EL]

now that i know how to use them id ever use those things.. they look nice tho

[@davepelfrey3958]

I've never heard of a torque stick, had to watch. I'm glad someone cares enough to even try and torque a wheel stud. She is a true professional af her craft. Love the end, every video we have chickens. LoL

[@armoredcar1]

I never knew how to use a torque stick but thanks to thia vid I know how. Cant wait to buy a set now. Thanks Faye

[@cardo1111]

Well done. I think that torque sticks are made for and most effective when used with pneumatic impacts. I have used them with my cordless Milwaukee M18 Mid Torque and it reacts strangely making a clunking noise. Good advice to always finish off with a torque wrench 👍🏽

[@stevensevek6151]

A lot of mechanics could take lessons from you. Especially the ones that put the Toyota oil filter caps on with an impact tool at who knows what torque...

[@hippydude1606]

Torque? Give em about 22 and 1/3rd ugga duggas and never worry about your oil drain plug ever coming out again!

[@FayeHadley]

Haha I agree! I used to train at my dealership and man.... some folks just don't wanna learn. You can't teach work ethic.

[@mikeholt3545]

Yeah no kidding I love when they squeal just before they come loose/break!

[@stephenmaurer7008]

@@FayeHadley Yes!! Noticed this in the classroom. I have been teaching tech. ed for 30 years.

[@barrylinkiewich9688]

My favorite are the guys who put on oil filters with god's own kung fu grip, or the factory installed filters that must have been torqued by a very large, very angry robot.

[@flip90dig]

Never heard of a torque stick, never seen a, what was that, a chicken. So now I need, want some tork sticks. Preciate you

[@armoricain]

And don't you want that chicken too? LOL!

[@jdwthebullitt7765]

My local FORD dealership sure could use a lesson on tightening wheels. I took both my F150 and Ranger (driven by my daughter) to have service including rotating tires. About a week later, I replaced my brakes on the F150. Most of the lug nuts were just snug and in a couple places actually loose. Next, I put brakes on the Ranger. Here, they were so tight, I had to use a long breaker bar with a 4' cheater pipe to get the lugs loose. Both truck had been worked on by the dealership on the same day. One, the lugs were loose. The other, WAY over tightened.

[@michaelnavarre6611]

You my lady are a rare breed! You are amazing! Cheers from Northern Michigan!

[@robertbonner5973]

Great way of properly torquing lug nuts .

[@johngibson3594]

Thanks Faye keep up the good work forget the trolls.

[@niacal4nia]

I've always used the 1/4 turn rule on wheels, spark plugs, oil filter, pan and valve gaskets and never had a problem, however engine head work must use torque wrenches. I like the old school torque tools with the pointing needle.

[@marianluc6235]

niacal4nia common change get a click one.

[@rockercover]

Have not used the torque limiting socket extensions. Thanks for showing.

[@jacklabloom635]

Never heard of torque sticks before now. They need to be in every garage, especially when replacing wheels. Thank you.

[@black_jackledemon6298]

Cute chicken. My neighbors chickens like to hang out at my house but I don't mind. They eat the bugs and are funny.

[@alfonsosalgado6352]

at work i hit it with a mac impact all around solid hit and one last zip around. i never saw anyone use torque sticks at my job. but good way to do a proper adjustment of lugs. like ur vids thumbs up

[@RastaJediX]

Hey, Faye! Since my last comment, I work at Toyota now :). I love it! So much better than the last crappy job I was doing. I'm honored to work on such finely engineered machines!

[@stevefuller1779]

Must confess I have never heard of torque sticks, I've a mechanic for 47 years and I simply use my better judgement when tightening wheel nuts, I have only ever seen a failure when someone has overtightened them.

[@FayeHadley]

Well that's awesome! You clearly have the experience needed to have that muscle memory! While I probably do too at this point, I am a stress case and I prefer to go through the same motions every time so that I don't stay up sick with worry wondering if a wheel is going to fall off!!!

[@willsmith8586]

I originally clicked your video because I thought you were cute, but I actually find myself watching your videos because you're really good at what you do.

[@FayeHadley]

AWWWW..... Oh my gosh thank you, what a compliment! I hope I earned your sub!

[@anthonyray5515]

And she's getting more uber all the time! 8-O

[@armoricain]

She is absolutely adorable, but most importantly, she could teach those cavemen who purport to be mechanics a thing or two about automotive repair!

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

Agree completely, haha! I've been working on cars for 20 years, but I've never had any real training, so I'm always looking and listening to folks who seem to know what they're talking about.

[@willsmith8586]

@@FayeHadley You're welcome. Keep it up.

[@dan8426]

Never thought of using them! But definitely good to know! Thanks!

[@harrisb43]

Great job on your torque stick video. I especially liked your choice of music for it!😉 "Must-Do Video #1": Lug nut torque check. Customer returns for recommended lug nut re-torqueing. What is the correct procedure? If you put your torque wrench on a nut and turn, unless that nut has loosened fairly significantly, you'll just get a click with no motion by the nut. And if you do get just a click, how do you know that the nut hasn't been run in 2 or 3 times the correct value? The wrench will always click at the value you've dialed in. Don't know if it's right or not, but I always post-check torque by using a breaker bar to just crack the nut back with absolute minimum of nut movement, then run it home again with the torque wrench. This needs a video!

[@phprofYT]

Looks about right. DIYers might not be able to afford every tool so you can just give the lugs a good set by hand and then finish off once the tire is back on the ground.

[@SOU6900]

I at least hit mine with a torque wrench on my trucks.

[@BOOT]

That's how I've always done it good n tight then torque em

[@imfloridano5448]

Thanks for da info cause i was usin regular ol brute strength ta torque da mess outta dem lugs

[@Brenthill1]

My torque sticks have the actual socket made on to them, i was taught to hammer on it till it stops turning. The "give" in the extension (or twist) will only allow it to torque to the spec indicated... doing it the manual way like you did with a torque wrench is the REAL proper way to do it!

[@TheVeteranNewb]

I was taught both with a torque stick and without one, I only really used them on non-domestic vehicles because their torque spec was usually 65-80 ft lbs. typically on most domestic vehicles your torque spec is between 80-140 ft lbs. typical my process was, zip the wheels down on the lowest power setting on my Impact then use a torque wrench. If the lug nuts would click without making any rotation I would re-do them.

[@outlaw1law2guns16]

That is exactly how to do it. Lookn good from here.

[@ddk56vw]

Cool, I didn't know that there was even a product like those.

[@rubenc4465]

Same here

[@garydp9760]

Just not good when jerks don't know how to use and over tighten my nuts!

[@138devastator]

I love the sound of an air impact, I loathe using them but that sound is so dang satisfying.

[@runeandrebergtun8892]

I do the exact same thing so it's nice to see a real mechanic confirm it.