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For the novice DIYer who wants to work on his own bikes, what is a good torque wrench to get? Is it necessary or advisable only? What about size, etc.? Any info or opinions will be deeply appreciated.

I have an old S&K works ok but American only.(probably cost $50 in the 60s) Bought a cheaper Harbour Freight ($18 in 97)that reads pascals also, better to use than S&K. But does not seem as durable.

I also have used the pointer type and they work ok if you can read em. (Snap-on around $75, made in china $7) Both will do the job but the China ones may not last as long. Again if only using once or twice get the cheap one,but quality is a lot lower.

A decent torque wrench is a necessity for doing your own wrenching. I purchased mine at an auto parts store, but you can probably get better deals at Sears and the like. You can snag a Snap-Op if you have a money tree out back.

Snappy stuff comes up on ebay all the time. Keep your eyes open.