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Old 08-13-2007, 09:57 AM   #49 (permalink)
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Sears still sells the electronic torque gauge - they are reported to work very well and be very reliable.

Now, to pick a few nits...

Allen wrenches are a tool for turning hex head cap screws and set screws - hex shaped (six sided) internal "sockets" in the heads of screws and bolts. Allen was/is actually a brand name (like "Kleenex"). Typical Allen head wrenches are the "L" shaped one that are so familiar and come in the tool kit of the Elise.

"Star" bits" are really "Torx" bits - I don't know if there is a problem with brand naming or such, but "Star" is the incorrect term. Torx is the proper name (and probably a brand name) and the drive system was developed to increase the amount of torque that can be applied to a fastener without it stripping. Torx fittings are much stronger than Allen head or even Phillips head - stronger in that it is more difficult to strip the fitting.
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