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Any advice on the best way to cut bars down, hacksaw or pipe cutter?


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 9:45 am
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anglegrinder


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 9:57 am
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Use an old lock on grip as a cutting guide.


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 10:05 am
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And remember if trimming 2in of a handlebar, to take 1in off each side.


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 10:08 am
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Hacksaw & try not to inhale the dust if they're carbon


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 10:24 am
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either will work. whatever you choose make sure it's a nice sharp blade/ wheel


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 10:28 am
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Brant, they are on a scandal, what's the best width?


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 10:28 am
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Brant, they are on a scandal, what's the best width?

It's down to your preference/ shoulder-width / comfort but mainly preference.

(soz for cutting in Brant and pardon the pun)

Also use a pipe cutter - I got one from Screwfix for about £3 with a spare-cutting wheel.


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 10:54 am
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going for the pipe cutter approach, hacksaw goes on the wonk and dont get me started on an angle grinder after today's artistry with my cleats.

will let you know how i get on!


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 8:47 pm
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just in case...don't use a pipe cutter on carbon ones!

oh and before you cut move your grips and controls inboard to try it.


 
Posted : 30/10/2012 8:58 pm