Sandboxcowboy
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Post by Sandboxcowboy on Nov 18, 2004 7:59:06 GMT -4
Looking to see whos runnin them and what ft/lbs torque they recommend to use on Heep!
I have an air one at home but not big enuf compressor to run one. No place to put bigger compressor.
So i wanna start looking at the electric side of things.
Someone said i should get approx. 400 ft/lbs torque.
Remember im not just using it for lug nuts here.
Rusted U-bolts, leaf spring bolts ect..........
Lets hear what u think.....
Justin
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jjcan
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Post by jjcan on Nov 18, 2004 9:03:29 GMT -4
For the use you describe you want the biggest you can get.
However electrics don't get much bigger than 400 ftlbs
John
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justajeep
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Post by justajeep on Nov 18, 2004 17:26:35 GMT -4
Most of the time a good 1/2" air impact won't take those big rusted bolts off without starting them with a breaker bar or heat first. Now that 3/4" impact I have, haven't come across anything it won't take off yet!  (1100 ft/lbs in reverse) |
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Post by itsakeeper on Nov 18, 2004 17:48:32 GMT -4
you'll be lucky to find an electric over 280 ft.lbs.; I've got one - they are heavier, bulkier, slower, and not as powerful as the air gun - got one of those too
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Creepy
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Post by Creepy on Nov 19, 2004 8:20:26 GMT -4
easy to run tho..... get a big inverter from Big6 and get a 3/4" impact one like Alan has, and a basic 3/4 socket set from PA. I considered this, but needed a compressor in my shop too. I have a friend who works between junkyard and home shop for a living, he swears by the convenience of the electric. And there will always be times when you need a huge breaker bar, no matter if you have electric or air. ditch those friggin leafs and get some coils.  |
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Sandboxcowboy
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Post by Sandboxcowboy on Nov 19, 2004 9:46:34 GMT -4
Thx for all the replies guys! Found a cpl at 230 ft/lbs im checkin pricing now.
Jan- Thx again! Looks like i may be joining the coil world next spring if i find right Grand!!
How big invertor should one get for trail use??
Justin
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Post by diablojeep on Nov 19, 2004 16:13:37 GMT -4
If I bought another Inverter it would be around 2000 watt. That way you are everyone's best friend if the power goes out. Run a long cord to the gas station's panel and pump your own gas! Ha gota love it.
My 1000 watt one is great but won't run much. Then again I have lots of propane lights and a stove etc. I also keep several 20lb tanks full.
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