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Old 08-29-2012, 03:53 PM   #10
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Originally Posted by Hix View Post
On 1 it barely does anything, I normally have space to spare if I am using a torque wrench. Then again it is a max of 900, if I used my 3000ft lb impact (for working on tractor equipment) I would be afraid.. I have broken quite a few bolts using a hand ratchet. I have an air ratchet but it just seems to puny and cannot remove really anything; my battery impact seems more powerful. It is more about moderation and not tightening something on max torque and holding the trigger. You can do most stuff on the car with air tools.
I don't use an air ratchet to remove, just to snug bolts
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