Questions and Answers

Wrenches And Schools Q. I am looking for a torque wrench for basic automotive repair. I am looking to bid on a wrench on ebay. It is a Matco and its torque range is claimed to be 0-75 pounds. Will this be sufficient for average auto repair or should I look for something that can handle I higher load?

Also, I am currently a computer programmer in NYC and am thinking very strongly of a career change. Automotive repair is something I have been thinking about seriously. Is there any route of training I could take that would allow me continue working full time at my current job while studying to become a mechanic? I.e. are their night schools that I could reasonably go to while working a full day job? If so do you perhaps know of one that you would recommend in the NYC/Brooklyn area? Thanks a lot for your time.

Erik

A. That Matco torque wrench would be good for most jobs, but I would recommend one that goes to at least 100 foot pounds.

As far as trade schools go, I came up with four. You can contact them to get specific information.

New York Automotive and Diesel Institute

Apex Technical School
635 Avenue of the Americas
New York 10011
Tel. 212-645-3300

Bayside Automotive Technology Training Center
214-46 42nd Avenue
Bayside, NY 11361

Turner Trade School
35 West 35th Street
New York, NY 10001