Mark -

Whoa - the personal dig is uncalled for. That aside - the inquiry is
legit.

Given that Proto, Norbar, Sturtevant-Richemont, and Mountz - all of
which are highly respected manufacturers of torque equipment -
document procedures and calculation formulas for using such
extensions, it is only reasonable that this general approach is valid.
This is not just a hack - see some links below. The principles
involved, the limitations (sources of error) and, most importantly,
the needs of this particular application are understood, including
those of cost. This *is* good engineering practice.

So - I'm just looking for a source. Get it?

-Dave

http://www.norbar.com/FAQ.htm#TWExtensions - supplier for Ferrari F1
race team
http://www.mountztorque.com/html/body_calculations.htm - supplier
http://www.akotorque.com/usefull.htm - supplier of torque calibration
equipment
http://www.marinemechanic.com/site/page128.html
http://www.stanleyproto.com
(there's lots more out there, check for yourself)


Mark wrote in message ...


Why don't you just buy a right sized torque wrench? If it's important
enough to be torqued to spec isn't it important enough to have the
proper tool?

I have to wonder if your an engineer (unlikely) or in management (that's
my guess).

Mark

N.E. Ohio