Socket wrenches are a real need-to-have for both DIY and professional toolkits. Without a decent set, working with nuts and bolts is a whole lot more challenging (not to mention labor-intensive).

It is often necessary to use an extension on a torque wrench when tightening a fastener. I am often asked if the use of such extensions will affect the wrench's accuracy. They willifthe extension is ...

Especially important when it comes to car maintenance, a torque wrench tightens bolts to a specific torque level, ensuring that the fastener is tight enough before completing a job. If a part of the ...

Because of its ability to quickly and effectively loosen or tighten different fasteners, an impact wrench is a practical and effective power tool. Capable of providing high torque, impact wrenches are ...

Editor’s Note, 10/31/25: For this latest update, we added three new tools. The Craftsman 1/2-Inch Drive Torque Wrench is long and ideal for torquing larger bolts and fasteners. The Precision ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A torque wrench tightens nuts and bolts using a very specific amount of twisting force. This is often ...