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Extractors for Centerlock rotors and Shimano HG cassette
I need to buy some basic tools to do some maintenance on my wheels, but I'm confused about what I need.
I want to perform the following operations:
change the cassette
I have a 11-34 10-speed ...
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How can I identify which side of my axle needs to be held with a cone spanner?
I need to replace my front axle. I've bought the new axle with bearings and lithium grease, but I obviously need to remove the old axle. I know I need to use a cone spanner on one side, and a socket ...
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What kind of tool do I need to change my bottom bracket?
I want to replace my bottom bracket, but I have no idea what kind of tool to use.
What kind of bottom bracket is this? What tool do I need to change it?
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What tool should I be using on this bottom bracket?
Belongs to a fairly basic kids bike. Bought second hand and was able to remove it using almost my fingers alone, with a little assistance from a flat head screwdriver.
After replacing the bearings, ...
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Will all chain wear tools work on any chain regardless of 9/10/11speed etc?
I have gotten a hold of a BBB chain wear tool to check my KMC x10sp chain. It seems to indicate I am at least at 75% wear. The chain checker does not have a serial or model number I can use to get ...
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Three-way hex driver that I can lock to something?
I know this looks like I'm asking for a product recommendation, but if there's an answer it is unambiguous and non-obvious, so I think it fits within the spirit of SE.
I want to chain up a three-way ...
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Pro and cons of "torsion based" torque wrenches
Brands like Canyon are delivering their bikes with torque wrenches that are based on the torsion resistance of the metal that mades up the wrench, like the one pictured below (for the working ...
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Is it possible to tighten/replace my wobbly spider?
I have a Shimano FC-M460 crank and the spider is starting to wobble a little. Is it possible to tighten or replace the spider? I can't figure out which tool I would need to order. Or should I just ...
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How can I undo the locknut on this Shimano 105 hub
I'm having trouble working out how to properly service this Shimano 105 rear hub. I've watched some videos, read Leonard Zinn's book and following Park Tools' instructions, but it doesn't help.
I've ...
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What is this tool? [duplicate]
I found a thin plastic tool, about 5cm long. It is engraved with the number 5. I believe it to be a bike tool. What is it?
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Tightening a loose bottom bracket
I bought a new bike a couple of months ago. Recently I noticed that the bottom bracket is getting loose. It is regularly unscrewing itself, and while I can screw it back in partially manually, I ...
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Skewer removal without quick release
I am trying to replace my cassette. I can not use my cassette removal tool as it is blocked by the skewer, so I need to remove it. From what I can see, the skewer is held together by two bolts. I have ...
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Are bleeding kit syringes single use?
I recently bought a bleed kit (for shimano brakes from shimano) and used it on my hydraulic brakes (successfully as far as I can tell). During cleaning up I noticed the syringe says it was for single ...
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How can I remove the stripped plastic cups of a bottom bracket?
I have a 2 frames with FAG bottom brackets (can't tell the exact model from the outside, but something like this):
(datasheet here) in various states of destruction
Bike 1
I didn't have the tool so ...
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Bushings vs bearings - maintenance difficulty
I consider purchasing a full suspension bike with a linkage using bushings, instead of bearings for the pivots (Ghost Path Riot). A review says:
The bushings are said to wear out quick, two to ...
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List of essential tools to maintain an Ortler Mainau bicycle [closed]
We have three Ortler Mainau bicycles in our family that I would like to maintain. We don't have a garage but only a smallish cellar, and I would like to work there (e.g. I cannot use toxic things ...
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What tools should I carry around to replace the tube on a bike with bolt-on wheels while on the road?
I'm considering getting a fixed-gear bike for commuting, and I'm unclear on how one can quickly replace a punctured tube on a bike with bolt-on wheels.
So far, all the bikes I've had (at least, since ...
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Bicycle crank is wobbly
My bicycle's crank is sorta wobbly - it tilts left or right, according to pressure applied to pedals.
How do I fix it? What tools do I need?
Video showing the wobble.
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Minimalist setup for a "travelling bike mechanic"?
I have very little living/working space of my own and so, in order to keep my personal bike in working order, I need to be able to transport "bike mechanic stuff" (e.g. tools, screws, cables, inner ...
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Typical fastener torque values for bicycles
I'm thinking of getting a torque wrench (or something similar) for working on bikes. The ones I have for cars are pretty ungainly and I think I'd be at the low end of the range where they aren't too ...
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What is the necessary equipment on longer bike rides?
Let me provide some context to the question. I mostly cycle alone and cover distances in the range from 45 km to 65 km; depending on the route, these rides last from less than 2 hours to well over 4 ...
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What's in this patch kit?
I have a patch kit (from Bike Hand) and it includes:
Rubber solution
Metal rasp
Patches
Along with the aforementioned supplies there are two small rubber tubes, hollow, and about 1cm long. What ...
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What are the absolute essentials a cyclist should own? [closed]
Context:
My bike shop includes free servicing as a standard with a new bike. I don't need such thing and live too far away. In lieu of waiver I can get €100 of stuff from the shop.
Best bike problem ...
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Metal vs. plastic tire levers
What are the advantages of buying plastic over metal tire levers? (or vice versa).
Which ones are easier to use?
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Cheap bike tools or can I just use generic hardware store tools instead?
I want to maintain my bike. There a number of tools which are very specific, which also cost a lot of money. I have an old road bike which uses a freewheel. The freewheel remover cost me something ...
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What tools are required to replace a spoke?
When out riding at the weekend, for the very first time, I managed to break a spoke on my wheel.
Because I've not done it before, and I want to get back out on the bike soon, this time around I am ...
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Separate hex keys vs. combined multi-tool for bike adjustments?
Are separate hex (Allen) keys better than a multi-tool for adjusting and maintaining a bike at home?
Some of the separated sets also have ball-ends for the 4/5/6mm keys:
Apart from Torx T25 screws ...
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Exact dimensions for Wheelsmith Rim Rods?
Does anyone have access to the Wheelsmith Rim Rod ERD measurement tool?
I need to reproduce this no longer manufactured tool.
Specifically, I need the length of the yellow portion of each rod, the ...
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Where can I find containers to dispense bulk chain lube
So, I'm looking for drip style containers to keep in my messenger bag and my home shop to dispense bike chain lube. I want to just buy a 32oz container of lube for cheap on amazon and fill my own ...
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What tools do I need to disassemble and re-assemble an 80's road bicycle
I would like to do maintenance on my 1982 miyata 310 road bike myself. What tools are necessary to take the entire bicycle apart, lube, and put it back together?
Here is what I have come up so far:...
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Can a fixed gear sprocket be changed without tools?
I do not have a chain whip or sprocket ring tool. Is it possible to change the rear sprocket without these tools?
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How do I cut hydraulic brake hose without expensive tools?
I've seen some expensive hydraulic hose cutting tools for over $100, e.g., the "SRAM PitStop Hydraulic Hose Cutter Tool".
I just want to cut the two new brake hoses I have now, so I don't ...
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Why would I need a torque wrench for a bicycle?
I was rather surprised to find a question about choosing a torque wrench on this site. I haven't cycled for years, but many years ago when I actually cycled I would do with a set of ordinary wrenches ...
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What should I look for in a torque wrench?
It has come to the point where I need a torque wrench for installing things on my bicycle. What should I look for when purchasing one?
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What is a reasonable maintenance routine for a commuter bike? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How much maintenance?
I've purchased a nice hybrid (a Trek Fx) and plan on using it as my daily commuter, maybe averaging 50 miles per week on it.
What regular and ...
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How to objectively evaluate torque wrenches?
My local bicycle group bought very nice but very expensive torque wrenches (if I can remember right they cost about €300–500). My local discount store markets them for about €50. My local auction site ...
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Where can I get a basic toolkit for bicycle - Walmart etc?
I want some basic things in toolkit (like oiling of chain, tightening of brakes etc). Where can I find them and how much does it usually cost? I want to buy one, so can you name the basic tools with ...
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Basic toolkit for bicycle maintenance
What should be in the basic toolkit for someone that wants to maintain their own bicycle?
I'm looking for something for your average day to day maintenance and tools that I will get the most use out ...
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