An air impact wrench is a air compressor powered tool that is used to tighten nuts and bolts. The air forces movement by little hammers that cause the torque required for proper use.

Like any tool, proper care and maintenance is required to extend its life. But if it already has reduced its effectiveness, there are a couple of steps you can take to jolt your wrench back to life.

If you aren’t receiving the torque that you are used to, there are a couple of things you can check. Check out the cylinder. Make sure it isn’t worn and in need of replacement. See if the air tools bushing or strainer screen is dirty. Make sure you clean them if they are with a cleaning product. While your at it, you can take apart he entire tool and clean the rest of the parts that might be causing conflict. See if your air wrench is still properly oiled. Unproper lubrication can cause impact problems.

These few steps can help you lengthen the effectiveness of your impact wrench for years to come.

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