Fix It Sticks Questions

[Unckebob]

Is there anything in particular that you don't like about the all in one? Or is it just one of those personal preference things?

I haven't tried it in so long that am not certain about anything except it was hard to use accurately so it went in the tool set for emergencies only, it hasn't come out since.

If I recall correctly, there are hash marks on the barrel indicating Ft/lbs 10,15, 20, 25..... You start turning against resistance until the hash line on the other barrel lines lines up with the desired torque amount.

1) Instead of focusing on what you are doing, you have to keep one eye on the device to make sure you over-torque it.

2) Let's say you are setting up a scope with a total of 8 fasteners on tge rings. I don't think it is possible to get really consistent, accurate torque for all 8 fasteners.

With something like the Wheeler, you should be able to do better on consistency.

 

[22tcm]

That's kind of what I would be worried about with the all in one. Having to pay alot of attention to the device and not to the task. That is a nice thing about the wheeler. You set it and just turn until it clicks over.

 

[22tcm]

I ended up going with the Fix it Sticks rifle and optic kit with individual torque limiters. I ordered it directly from them and had them change the 65 in lb limiter for a 35 in lb limiter. If you contact them they can customize the kit for you, I'm sure within reason. The only other thing I wish I would have done was upgrade to the ratcheting t handle. But the solid t handle also works great. I've been using it for a few weeks now and I really like it. I have been customizing a rifle recently and have been putting it together and tearing it back apart alot lately. I compared it in person to the Wheeler Fat Stix and I liked the Fix it Sticks better. I have pretty small hands so it felt better to me and I liked the size of the kit better. I also looked at the Borka Tools adjustable torque driver. I just didn't know how well it would work with breaking guns down. Thank you to everyone who replied.

 

[SDHNTR]

I just went through this after my Wheeler failed me. It was old and seemed to be imparting more torque than it was set for. Shortly thereafter it broke an action screw and into the trash it went. Bought a Proto. The Wheeler is a POS and that becomes very obvious once you have a quality tool in your hand. I looked at Fix it Stix too, but decided on more versatility. I did the research and Wiha, Wera, Capri, Borka, CDI and Proto are the good ones. Not a tool to go cheap on IMO.

 

[HCMike]

I just went through this after my Wheeler failed me. It was old and seemed to be imparting more torque than it was set for. Shortly thereafter it broke an action screw and into the trash it went. Bought a Proto. The Wheeler is a POS and that becomes very obvious once you have a quality tool in your hand. I looked at Fix it Stix too, but decided on more versatility. I did the research and Wiha, Wera, Capri, Borka, CDI and Proto are the good ones. Not a tool to go cheap on IMO.

Same here. Just bought the all in one set after my Wheeler went crazy with a constant clicking and then completely quit working at all. Maybe used it to remove and mount 2 scopes. Two attempts for warranty service went unanswered- still waiting . Some companies really do not stand behind their product.

 

[Unckebob]

I ended up going with the Fix it Sticks rifle and optic kit with individual torque limiters. I ordered it directly from them and had them change the 65 in lb limiter for a 35 in lb limiter. If you contact them they can customize the kit for you, I'm sure within reason. The only other thing I wish I would have done was upgrade to the ratcheting t handle. But the solid t handle also works great. I've been using it for a few weeks now and I really like it. I have been customizing a rifle recently and have been putting it together and tearing it back apart alot lately. I compared it in person to the Wheeler Fat Stix and I liked the Fix it Sticks better. I have pretty small hands so it felt better to me and I liked the size of the kit better. I also looked at the Borka Tools adjustable torque driver. I just didn't know how well it would work with breaking guns down. Thank you to everyone who replied.

Good luck. Get yourself a 2nd, smaller set for your range bag.

 

[Go West Old Man]

Good info and good input here. I recently learned the hard way that making a two hour trip to the range, needing a correctly sized Torx driver, & only having a piece of junk folding Torx multi tool that wasn’t suitable is not good. Tried to make do with what I had but called it quits earlier than planned. Intentionally using the wrong tool on expensive optics is a bad idea.

 

[Coopsdaddy]

Don’t like the wheeler,we’re do you line it up at,it has hash marks but not sure exactly the spot it needs to be.Is the digital better.
I have a few NXS scopes I need to mount and want to be sure everything is correct.

 

[Wolf13]

Looked at the fix it sticks and the borka. Ended up with a borka and love it. Very intuitive and packs down small:

http://shooterstools.com/Pages/BTD/btdkits.html

 

[Wyoming Shooter]

I'm pleased with this kit from Optics Planet: https://www.opticsplanet.com/fix-it...lusive-ultra-compact-optics-mounting-kit.html.

It does everything I need it to do in a light and compact package. The ratcheting T handle is sweet.

 

[22tcm]

Don’t like the wheeler,we’re do you line it up at,it has hash marks but not sure exactly the spot it needs to be.Is the digital better.
I have a few NXS scopes I need to mount and want to be sure everything is correct.

I don't have a digital so I don't know personally. But there are a few videos of people breaking down different torque drivers and what they like. If I remember right I think the Vortex torque driver was highly recommended. I love my fix it sticks with individual torque limiters. It has worked great for me so far.

 

[22tcm]

Looked at the fix it sticks and the borka. Ended up with a borka and love it. Very intuitive and packs down small:

http://shooterstools.com/Pages/BTD/btdkits.html

I really like the idea of the borka. Looked like a nice piece of equipment. I just didn't know how good it would be for breaking stuff down.

 

[22tcm]

I'm pleased with this kit from Optics Planet: https://www.opticsplanet.com/fix-it...lusive-ultra-compact-optics-mounting-kit.html.

It does everything I need it to do in a light and compact package. The ratcheting T handle is sweet.

I almost ordered this kit. But I wanted to replace the 65 with a 35. So I ordered directly through fix it sticks and they swapped it free of charge.

 

[Wolf13]

I really like the idea of the borka. Looked like a nice piece of equipment. I just didn't know how good it would be for breaking stuff down.

I have no problems breaking stuff down with it. Seems awkward when you look at it but once you have it it’s very easy and intuitive. Glad I went against the crowd on this one. Have used fix it sticks and they are good, but really like the borka.

 

[Wyoming Shooter]

I use the Borka on the bench and the Fix It Sticks elsewhere. Both are quality gear.