How I Use A Torque Stick 

I am so happy to see you put a pad under your knees when hand-torquing those studs. Believe me, in 20-30 years, your knees will thank you! I'm closing in on 50 and WISH I would have done that in my younger years.

I love when mechanics use Torque sticks to properly tighten the lug nuts on my car. The only problem is that most mechanics don't do what you do Faye. They keep the air gun on for too long and it ends up tightening them too much. I like how you do it. You just click your gun till you hear the lug nuts bottom out. You don't keep going over and over again. Great video.

I agree Faye, Just found out & purchased several, very handy & precise... Good upload 👌💯

Thank you for this video. I was on the fence if I should by a set but watching your video has made it more educated about this tool. Your videos are very educational and helpful while I complete my Automotive Technician program.

Thanks for the info! Great to see someone doing things and actually thinking about "why" they do it in a certain way!

Hello. Im just turn 44 year old male. That was always fascinated with working on cars. But never did it as a career. You have inspired me to chase my dreams and go back to what I love. Thank you 👍

Great video, Faye. I've never used torque sticks, because I wasn't sure of their accuracy. Your video actually proves that they're pretty accurate and also demonstrates the fact that torque sticks don't eliminate the need to do a final check with a good torque wrench. Keep up the great work.

I totally agree. Your way makes a lot sense. I love watching your video they are very informative.

I have been watching your vids for a while and glad that you are an advocate of torquing hardware. As a young man I remember how I over tightened an alternator mounting hole and cracked the alternating housing. Ouch! Lessons learned the hard way. Thanks

As someone who has worked in tires for over a decade, you used a torque stick exactly like I was trained. I know there are a lot of guys who don't like them, but if used like you did here, it adds an additional layer of protection for the customer. It's a hell of a lot easier than feathering them on by throttling the trigger.

Great video....also you talked me into buying the same torque sticks as you!! I always like your vids....keep it coming!!

Torquing wheels properly is very overlooked. Either the rotors pulsate if too tight, or the wheel comes off. Most people throw away the instructions that come with it; saying that you need to calibrate the gun to the torque stick based on gun setting, gun strength, air line diameter, air pressure, and yes, even the cleanliness of the lugs( rust buildup). You did it right by verifying the torque value with a torque wrench. But don't forget to clean the mating surface of the hub and wheel. If not, then when you hit a bump, the wheel re-centers itself, and the lugs loosen up causing need for a second torque. But I will say, you have more common sense than half people I have worked with.

From a Mechanical Engineer, A+. Including the extra touch of hand indexing the socket onto the lugnut instead of just cranking it.

I've been wanting to get a set. Probably will be one of my next purchases. Thanks for sharing.

Such a great teacher. I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos. Great explanations of the how and the why.

Thanks for sharing this video, Faye, awesome!

I want to work with Faye!!! My boss won't let us use torque sticks. I'm going to show him this video and see if I can get him to mend his ways 😚

Learn something everyday. Never heard of a torque stick before. Thanks!

I’ve never heard about those torque sticks, but I like the way you explained!! Really nice!!!

Hey Faye, I’m a fellow technician! I just started working at a Ford dealership and stumbled upon your videos because Toyota and Supras are my second favorite car and brand. Your videos are awesome, You definitely gained a subscriber from me!

I wish I could like this another 100 times! I have had more people question my methods on a tire rotation than any other process. I have actually written up some employees for not properly torquing a wheel. Those that say things like"Never had one fall off", are the one's that eventually find the door, cause if you can't learn the right way to torque a wheel, what else are you effing up?

That's a really great information video on torque sticks when i started many moons ago i was taught to just use the impact gun and go over it twice. I never trusted that and checked behind it. From what i found over the years is the variance in Impact Guns and air pressure will affect them

So I found this helpful... I've used a torque stick before but never new how to use it correctly old was never told Joe to use it properly. But they way you explained it and used it makes allot of sense...

I am glade you made that video Faye because I had bought a set and I held it down for a bit and when I tried to remove the tire the following time it was difficult. So this gives me an idea great video.

finally someone else that knows how to use a torq' stick, great demo I was taught the same way by my pap

My instructors at school neglected to teach us all this, I'll just put one on and hammer away. Glad I'm figuring that out before I get out of school.

I never knew how to use a torque stick but thanks to thia vid I know how. Cant wait to buy a set now. Thanks Faye

And that is one of the definition differences between a mechanic and a technician, a mechanic will caveman the job but a technician knows overtorqing will stretch out and weaken the studs and that a torque stick only gets you there and the torque wrench is a must, live the video.

Thanks for the video👍🔧 I use the same method. It even says on my torque sticks check final torque with torque wrench.

I'm just getting into wrenching on cars. I never would have thought to use a torque stick like this, thank you for the video!

Cool info Faye! Makes good sense to me!

Thank you for the tip on hiw to use this tool! Keep up with the good job!

We had to use them when I was a tech. It was just a habit, never had a problem using them and never had any comebacks from it.

You just reminded me that we need a new torque wrench in the shop. Great video btw.👍

Hey Faye, I enjoy your videos. I have learned a lot from them. I watched quite a few videos of your and others before tackling an engine change on my '01 Tacoma. I've never done more than changed oil, alternators, a radiator and a few other parts before. Your videos taught me some valuable tips, but it also gave me the confidence to do it. New to me motor is in and runs great! Saved my favorite vehicle from the scrapyard. Many thanks and blessings to you.

Awesome video Faye!

Great video Faye, so many people- including those who call themselves mechanics- miss the whole point of leaving that bit so when you use the torque wrench you know it’s just right. I watched the monkey at my local tyre place the other day gun my wheels up full whack, then get the torque wrench. When it clicked without moving the nut he looked surprised so cranked it another quarter turn just to be sure. The manager wondered why I wasn’t happy!

Funny thing is this chick knows more than a lot of guys that’s came outta the same generation. Great job! Smart lady!

I wish more mechanics/auto techs used torque sticks. I've yet to see one at any of my local tire shops use them, which is why I always hand mount my own wheels after getting tires mounted. Good on you for doing the job properly.

Thanks Faye. I just bought an 80 pound feet torque stick because mt new Makita cordless impact hits 100 pound feet really easy. I will use your method! I appreciate your guidance.

Looks right to me thanks for demonstration.

This seem like a good system :) In my testing--which only involves one impact gun used with the same 150 lb*ft torque stick, on the same lug nuts of the single truck I own...I have concluded that a full two seconds of hammering gets me closer. I admit that your way is certainly less likely to overdue it, but for now I'm sticking with 2 seconds. BTW, if you go to the torque test channel you'll see that impact wrenches (without a torque limiting stick) don't tighten bolts to their max for about 15 seconds...everything less than 15 seconds is less than the maximum torque.

Ty and Best wishes young one. Been spinning wrenches over 30 years. You bring a light, your light and knowledge to it. Peace

Interesting thank you. I really only work on vintage cars but I have seen these always wondered what they were for.

Awesome Faye , saw u Sunday on All Girls, continued success Hua!!!!!

A gothic looking girl that works on automobiles, now that's a rare combo.

That's awesome. Love your tutorials

As a mechanic, I use torque sticks and hand torque lug nuts. Best way to know your wheels are tight. Just remember over time and use they lose the ability to properly torque. Over tightening lug nuts can warp brake rotors too.

Three types of comments: 1. "I've never seen a mechanic use torque sticks to tighten lugs, I wish my mechanic cared as much as you" 2. "Neat, I've never heard of torque sticks before" 3. "It's a grill!? AND she's hawt!?"

You are freaking awesome Faye. My girlfriend wants to get into working on cars with me and ive been showing her your videos to inspire her to follow through. I work on cars myself (more of an R&R guy right now). We live close by and i told her to look into those classes ive heard you mention on your videos. Keep kicking ass Faye. PLUR!!!

A+. Learned something new. Good job.

Exactly correct. First dead proper use of torque sticks I've seen lately.

Thanks Faye keep up the good work forget the trolls.

That is exactly how to do it. Lookn good from here.

My old shop used to use them incessantly. I switched to a Milwaukee Electric Impact, and it's different power settings allowed me to forgo picking up a stick set to go along with a pnumatic impact gun. You can pick a max torque value which the gun will not exceed (60/100/800ft/lb). Still do the last bit by hand though, that's key.

Went to a tire shop. On the rack the professionals used the impact to get them taught. Then they got it on the ground and used a torque wrench. They would get it to click, then after the click the guy went another half turn. I tried to tell him that's not how you do it. He rolled his eyes at me, then proceeded to do them the same way on all the other wheels. When I got home, I had to get my impact out, loosen them up, then torque them down properly. I know it's just installing lug nuts but if how someone does the simple tasks will determine how careful they are when the tasks get more difficult. Well done!! For what it's worth, I have an electric torque wrench for doing my own rotations. I use a conventional socket and release the trigger about a 1/2 second before I am taught. It spins its way to a stop. From there, I usually have one rotation before I click with the torque wrench. With that, I have little use for the torque stick. I but if I used that high torque pneumatic unit like yours, I'd probably use the sticks

Wait... I'm not supposed to just stand n bounce on the lug wrench until the studs squeak??!

Great way of properly torquing lug nuts .

Great job Faye. Your a pro.

As always, informative and entertaining. I agree with you on the torque sticks, a little information goes a long way.

Shes really cool, and entertaining

Never heard of a torque stick, never seen a, what was that, a chicken. So now I need, want some tork sticks. Preciate you

at work i hit it with a mac impact all around solid hit and one last zip around. i never saw anyone use torque sticks at my job. but good way to do a proper adjustment of lugs. like ur vids thumbs up

Love you Faye great video used to work at tire stores you are super cool

now that i know how to use them id ever use those things.. they look nice tho

I've never heard of a torque stick. I learned something today. Thanks !!

Your smart bro, i like your style. I think im do it your way. Seems to be the ultimate method best way overall i seen . 🐐 🙇‍♂️ 👍✌️

Refreshing to see people using an actual torque wrench. The number of times I have gotten vehicles back from shops with unevenly or grossly over or under torqued lugs is disgusting. I once got my car, 1/2 studs, back from the dealership and several nuts would not move with my torque wrench set to 250 lb/ft.

A mechanic who takes the time to use a torque stick shows attention to detail. I like that.

Cool, I didn't know that there was even a product like those.

Just found your channel. I have a 2017 SR5 Tacoma 4x4. Watched a few videos, so now I'm a new sub.

Thanks Faye for keeping it simple for simple minded people like myself really learn from your channel

A lot of mechanics could take lessons from you. Especially the ones that put the Toyota oil filter caps on with an impact tool at who knows what torque...

I want more women like this in the auto repair business.

Hey, Faye! Since my last comment, I work at Toyota now :). I love it! So much better than the last crappy job I was doing. I'm honored to work on such finely engineered machines!

I didn’t know ... thanks Faye !!!

💕 Faye 💞

As a semi retired Master tech I admire your technique. Keep up the good work. When I was in business there were no female technicians in my area. I'd always said that a lady tech would pay more attention to detail and get the job done right. Proud to see you in the field! Keep the grease under the nails, it's good for them

I use them the same way Faye, run um down and double check with a torque wrench. Don't wear um out beating then to death!

Great vid, Faye.

What are your thoughts on using a cordless impact instead of air on torque-stick accuracy? I've used air before just found that cordless tools are really getting to be more efficient in a flat rate position.

Oh, man, I love her voice.

Another educated video 🤘🏻🙌🏻

I totally agree. Thats how I do it. The only thing I do a bit different is I use a short socket. My thought is that it brings the torque bar closer to the lug nut hence providing more accuracy. Not sure if the science makes sense but it works for me.

All of a sudden I like torque sticks 😂 what kind of chicken was that? A silkie? Cool little guy lol

I've never heard of a torque stick, had to watch. I'm glad someone cares enough to even try and torque a wheel stud. She is a true professional af her craft. Love the end, every video we have chickens. LoL

Great video Faye

good info, thanks Faye

You can send it all the way with the torque stick and it will never over torque a lug nut. The extended body of the stick is precisely made to lose torsional load at the rated torque. The more torque you apply the more twist the stick will have, preventing over tightening. And yes, it is imperative to use a torque meter to complete the job. Torque sticks are just a tool to speed up labor.

I love her voice!

That is interesting. I have seen the torque sticks but never really new how they worked. 👍

Faaaaayeee!!!! Your doing great!!!!

Cute chicken. My neighbors chickens like to hang out at my house but I don't mind. They eat the bugs and are funny.

I am a hobbyist, so don't know what is right, but that looks fine by me. Honestly, I use a low power electric impact and then manually torque it up; my Dewalt top ends at 60lb/ft, so I just drive it on with that first. 🤷‍♂️

Never thought of using them! But definitely good to know! Thanks!

I do the exact same thing so it's nice to see a real mechanic confirm it.

Thats precise lug nuts....I usually just stand on the wrench.

Looks about right. DIYers might not be able to afford every tool so you can just give the lugs a good set by hand and then finish off once the tire is back on the ground.

I was never convinced about 'Torque Sticks' before due to different impact wrenches ext.... but that settles it. Just a handy pretensioner, right.... Awesome Thank you Faye. 😎👍

Very informative, Faye. Thanks 👍🏻