Torque wrench question (socket extension use)

[rcy]

Is it OK to use a socket extension when using a torque wrench, or will the extension twist when tightening and somehow mess up the amount of torque delivered?

Thanks.

 

[Herz]

you got to push on it and keep it straight.

 

[Kaboomba]

+1

AS long as you keep the socket, extension, and wrench nice and straight up-and-down on the nut/bolt, the reading will be good.

 

[Familyguy]

Agreed. As long as there isn't any "slop" in there you should be ok. Don't use a "wobble socket."

 

[Liquid_Turbo]

My torque wrench has been easier to "twist" to adjust the settings.

Is that an indication of it losing calibration?

 

[rcy]

Cheers,

Thanks guys. It'll make swapping my winter rims/tires on a whole lot easier.

 

[mechtech2]

No problems with any normal tools.
Even if the extension DID flex rotationally, the final torque at the lug nut would be the same.
Just keep her pretty straight - common sense.