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TESTING SNAP-ON’S ELECTRONIC TORQUE/ANGLE WRENCH

MODEL TESTED: MODEL ATECH3FR25O

Snap On’s Tech Angle wrench includes a protective plastic case. The new wrench is available in several versions (1/4, 3/8 and 1/2-inch drive, Nm & angle, and Nm/ft-lb/in-lb & angle). The unit I tested is model ATECH3FR250A, which features 1/2-inch drive and offers Nm, ft-lb, in-lb and angle settings.

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Text and photos by Mike Mavrigian

 This is the first in a series of new tool reviews that apply to engine builders. Look for additional reviews in upcoming posts.

Anyone who has serviced engines that date from roughly the early 1990s to the present is aware that many OE threaded fastener tightening requirements call for a combination of torque-plus-angle specifications as opposed to a torque-only spec. Common applications for this procedure include but are not limited to cylinder head fasteners, main cap fasteners and connecting rod bolts.

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Despite Joe Mondello’s recent passing, the crew at Mondello Tech Center in Crossville, Tenn., is committed to carrying on the legacy of their founder. Calvin Hill has been named general manager of the company’s high performance machine shop and brings with him a renewed dedication to building performance engines and their components. 

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Edelbrock Victor Pro Series water pumps are an all new design ideal for small-block and LS-series Chevrolet circle track racing applications. They are a two-piece cartridge style design and feature improved symmetrical flow paths that increase coolant flow and reduces parasitic power loss. The pump housing has large inlet and perfectly symmetrical outlet port design that promotes equal distribution to both sides of the block. The two-piece design also allows for easy maintenance at the track.

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AMSOIL INC has introduced a new addition to the OE line of attractively priced synthetic oils with AMSOIL OE 15W-40 Synthetic Diesel Oil. OE Synthetic Diesel Oil offers excellent performance and protection in both on- and off-road diesel engines. 

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Wilson Manifolds is offering a new service: the installation of injector bosses and fuel rail stanchions on intake manifolds.  Aimed at the street-strip, drag racing, and off-road markets, this service is particularly convenient for hot rod enthusiasts, racers, and engine builders who are converting to fuel injection.

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Snap-On’s new Tech Angle wrench includes a protective case and is available in several versions, including 1/4″-drive, 3/8″-drive and 1/2″-drive. The digital torque wrench is capable of operating in several modes, including ft-lb, in-lb, Nm and angle of rotation. The unit I tested is ATECH3FR250A, which features 1/2″-drive.

TESTING SNAP-ON’S NEW ELECTRONIC TORQUE/ANGLE WRENCH

MODEL TESTED: MODEL ATECH3FR25O

Text and photos by Mike Mavrigian

Anyone who has serviced engines (as well as certain driveline and chassis components) that date from roughly the early 1990s to the present is aware that many OE threaded fastener tightening requirements call for a combination of torque-plus-angle specifications as opposed to a torque-only spec. Common applications for this procedure include but are not limited to cylinder head fasteners, main cap fasteners and connecting rod bolts.

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Intercomp has introduced a new family of Ultra Low Deflection RFX™ Wireless Scale Systems featuring four load cells per pad. Microflex™ scales give the user the lowest possible deflection while providing the highest level of accuracy, repeatability and stability for the most precise chassis setup.

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Design Engineering, Inc., the leader in thermal protection technology products, has developed a new eye-catching thermal tuning start-up kit developed for performance retailers and jobbers. The kit, complete with the most popular and fastest turning part numbers, provides a low risk and affordable way to get started in the heat control business.

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AMSOIL INC. of Superior, Wis. now offers synthetic motor oil engineered specifically for classic cars, muscle cars and other high performance applications.  Available in 10W-30 and 20W-50 viscosities AMSOIL Z-ROD Synthetic Motor Oil features high-quality synthetic base stocks and a proprietary additive package tailored to prevent wear and provide maximum protection during storage.   

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King Engine Bearings, a leader in high performance and OE replacement engine bearings, has introduced its newly redesigned, user friendly website at www.kingbearings.com. The website contains complete information about King’s product line for the OE replacement, performance, and aerospace markets. 

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