ACDelco ARM602-4 Torque adapter

Continue gathering "home garage" tools for DIY tasks :-)

This time is very important gadget - torque meter. Not like general torque wrench that can be more useful in small spaces but digital one - torque wrench adapter.
Almost every operation on vehicle require to release and tighten bolts, nuts, fasteners, etc. Now I can follow the exact spec if needed.

I reviewed few of them on eBay and stopped on ACDelco ARM602-4 with perfect spec of 5-200 Nm. Got it for $79 from this seller.

Full spec
Model Number ARM602-4
Drive 1/2" Square
Dimensions (LxWxH), mm: 75x47x48
Accuracy:
- CW ±2 % form 20% to 100% of full scale
- CCW ±3 % form 20% to 100% of full scale
Operation Range 4~147.6 ft-lbs (5~200 N-m)
Alarm Setting Range 14.7~147.6 ft-lbs (20~200 N-m)
Resolution 1 kg-cm, 0.1 N-m, 1 in-lb, 0.1 ft-lb
Operation Mode Peak / Trace
Auto Shut-Off After 60 seconds of No Use
Operating Temperature 0-50°C
Storage Temperature -10°C-60°C
Battery Coin Cell CR2032 X 2
Tool Weight 0.44 lbs (0.20 kg)


Packaging

It comes with very handy case

Links
http://www.dynamitetoolco.com/ACDelco-ARM602-3-Digital-Torque-Adapter-p/acd-arm602-3.htm
http://www.dynamitetoolco.com/ACDelco-ARM602-4-Digital-Torque-Adapter-p/acd-arm602-4.htm
http://www.acdelco-tools.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=132
Video - ACDelco ARM602-3 Torque Cube - SEMA/AAPEX 2012 - Tool Skool

42,500 km | 2Y 4M

Jack stands

Inspired from Eric The Car Guy videos who all his repairs do without garage lifts, I got myself pair of jack stands for start. For next oil change, for example. These are extremely useful when you haven't your own garage or access to lifts.
Bought at L.K. Ltd for 140 NIS.

Important to know where jacking points are located, see the doc.
Raise vehicle, PDF

Check this video, first few minutes will explain to you how jack stands can be used.

Stay dirty! ;-) Eric is awesome.

41,600 km | 2Y 3M

Compression tester

At next oil change at 45K I going to check compression.
For this work I bought cylinder pressure meter at L.K. Ltd. for 150 NIS.

Compression universal check flow (important ones marked red):
1 - Engine warmed up to working temp, all thermal gaps are optimal
2 - Pull out all spark plugs
3 - Clean air filter and pull down gas pedal (for steel cable throtles)
4 - Disable fuel pump
5 - Disable ignition system
6 - Battery should be fully operationional and fully charged
7 - Starter should be fully functional
8 - Add charger to the battery
9 - Before shutting down engine for tests, press gas pedal few times to clean cylinders and valves
10 - Compression check occurs until there is no increase on tester

Eric's compression test

Information
Skoda Fabia CBZB - Testing the compression, PDF
Right way to check compression (RUS)

41,600 km | 2Y 3M

Tools and equipment

List of local tools providers in case somebody (including me) will need it. For example if you need jack stands, tools for spark plugs and oil filter maintenance - this is the right place to find and buy.

I will keep updated with new findings as it comes.

L.K. Ltd

Website - http://www.lkltd.co.il/web/8888/nsf/sbs.py?&_ID=10351&G=10296&did=3508&PF=13&SM3=10351&SM=10296&lang=HE


Sherizly

Website - http://www.sherizly.com/Cat1View.asp?cat=7&Cat2Cat1ID=7

Peled Ltd (Signet)

Website - http://www.peledtech.com/index.php

Z-Tools

Website - http://www.z-tools.co.il/

41 300 km | 2Y 3M

Mechanic Stethoscope

There is a new tool I got from Ebay.
Mechanic Stethoscope Automotive Engine Diagnostic Tool with 2 Probe

Cost (free shiping from HK) 40 NIS.

Not used yet...

36 100km | 1Y 11M