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Just rounded an allen key type crank bolt on my XT 760 cranks. Any tips before I take the drill to it?? Many Thanks!!


 
Posted : 16/11/2009 4:27 pm
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Oh, sorry meant chainring bolt! Doh!


 
Posted : 16/11/2009 4:32 pm
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Try a Torx key in it, might get a bit more purchase on it, before the 'drill' is used


 
Posted : 16/11/2009 4:47 pm
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It worked -- Cheers alanf


 
Posted : 16/11/2009 11:03 pm
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A lot of the newer shimano ones ARE torx bolts, I think


 
Posted : 17/11/2009 12:30 am
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I've mangled the bolt on removal. At least it gives me an excuse to get some anodised ones!!


 
Posted : 17/11/2009 12:33 am