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I mainly use mine as a better adjustable spanner

Another tool that never gets used on the bike! lol


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 11:03 am
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"Genuine question – what are folks using Knipex pump pliers for on bikes? I’ve a couple of sizes, and can’t recall having them near the bike."

NOT pump pliers... Knipex plier wrench. They have smooth, parallel jaws. Fantastic tool; I have several sets. Probably use the 150mm ones the most.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 11:22 am
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Some great suggestions. My cool badge needs taking as when I read about the three position isolation printed thingy. I ooooo’ed out loud!

Top of the list is one of those, mech hanger tool, blind bearing puller, possibly a few circlip pliers but my worry is you need about four different sports.

Feedback pro stand, compressor, cutting guide, blades for both alu and carbon fibre, all got.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 12:05 pm
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what situations are people using the knipex wrenches in that proper spanner isn't appropriate?


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 12:06 pm
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I'm often using the knipex as none of my pliers have smooth faces, and the knipex are parallel so grip nicely on some things better than usual pliers.

Yeah, maybe that's a bodge, but it's one tool instead of several.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 12:24 pm
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Dualco mini grease guns?
I have a couple, one loaded with marine blue for most applications and another with moly for a specific part on the bike.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 12:31 pm
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How about Park Tools Internal Cable Routing kit? Yes you can make do with cotton, coat hangers, old gear cables etc. but the Park Tools one made things a easier, and it comes in a nice little box 😉


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 1:42 pm
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what situations are people using the knipex wrenches in that proper spanner isn’t appropriate?

Plier-wrench applies variable pressure whilst even a perfectly sized spanner is always a sliding fit. It doesn't damage fasteners' corners, it holds parts, can be used in a "ratchet" situation, it can be used to bend things, etc.
Not ever to be confused with an adjustable spanner... hateful things.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 1:52 pm
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Sram shock pump, the 600 psi one, cos the handle doesn't become an implement of torture as the pressure rises.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 2:08 pm
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600 PSI, maybe a tank would be better than a full suspension bike? I have a digital shock pump, I like accuracy!

Internal routing kit... or own lovely bikes that come with channels!

Going to order a hope and sram piston 3d printed tool!


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 2:47 pm
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Took the top cap off my forks the other day with my Knipex, not an issue with newer Rockshox stuff but a socket is never a perfect fit which isn't good on aluminium.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 2:55 pm
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You need a better socket.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 2:58 pm
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I bought a small (not xs) Knipex pump wrench, purely because I don’t have one. Still not sure why.
Saw guide is essential really if you like sawing.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 3:12 pm
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Saw guide is essential really if you like sawing

Na, it's essential if you're shite at sawing. Seriously, you have like a 4 or 5mm tolerance window to get it right, it doesn't even have to be straight!


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 3:15 pm
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Suggest some hydraulic disc brake installation tools. I have the Jagwire needle driver and hydraulic brake hose cutter.

Video of needle driver in action:

Pic of cutter: https://www.bikester.co.uk/jagwire-sport-bike-tool-for-hydraulic-brake-lines-black-511532.html

Installing brake hoses can be 'achieved' with pliers, hammer and a stanley knife, but tools like these do it properly and reduce room for error.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 3:19 pm
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Is there a proper (and effective) tool for pushing piston apart? I use a screwdriver to lever them, it always terrifies me i'm going to crack the piston.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 3:30 pm
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Is there a proper (and effective) tool for pushing piston apart?

Yes, there are special tools but you could just stick some old brake pads in for your screwdriver to push on

Here is he Park one

https://www.parktool.com/product/hydraulic-brake-piston-press-pp-1-2

and note they say it goes between the pads not on the bare pistons


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 3:34 pm
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I have the Jagwire needle driver

I don’t need that, can manage fine on the odd occasion I put an insert in.  But now I have seen it I want one


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 3:41 pm
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Another tool that never gets used on the bike! lol

I probably should have said "a better spanner" it just happens to be adjustable.

The only thing I regularly use an adjustable spanner on is the cassette tool, because I have a nice big one that gives plenty of leverage.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 3:42 pm
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Soldering iron - a touch of solder on the end of gear cables is a massive upgrade over crimped ends.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 5:41 pm
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Is there a proper (and effective) tool for pushing piston apart? I use a screwdriver to lever them, it always terrifies me i’m going to crack the piston.

I use a plastic pedros tyre lever, works fine.

Oh and OP, hanger allignment tool for sure, I got the cheaper one off CRC.


 
Posted : 09/12/2020 8:30 pm
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This thread has cost me £50 odd quid.
Didn't realise how much I needed a proper rear mech alignment tool... I'd been using a home-made job for the last 25 years!


 
Posted : 10/12/2020 11:14 am
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Ha well so far I've ordered myself a new track pump as that's been on the list for 2 years and because I wanted to round it up to the £50 free delivery I also went for a park tool dummy hub... Sprockets had Birzman and Park stuff on sale but no mech hanger tools!


 
Posted : 10/12/2020 11:18 am
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Ha well so far I’ve ordered myself a new track pump as that’s been on the list for 2 years and because I wanted to round it up to the £50 free delivery I also went for a park tool dummy hub… Sprockets had Birzman and Park stuff on sale but no mech hanger tools!

Excellent!
I've been away from this forum for years... have we had a "Show us your toolbox" thread?


 
Posted : 10/12/2020 11:28 am
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So impressed was I by the description of those Elvedes cable crimp tools that I ordered a set from Hollandbikeshop.

However, it seems I've been billed for two sets, they despatched two sets and today, my wife signed for two sets.

Anyone want a set for £40 which is what I paid, and I'll take the hit on posting them to you (in the UK)?


 
Posted : 17/12/2020 6:55 pm
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Yes, there are special tools but you could just stick some old brake pads in for your screwdriver to push on

Here is he Park one
> https://www.parktool.com/product/hydraulic-brake-piston-press-pp-1-2 < and note they say it goes between the pads not on the bare pistons

As an aside, keep some old pads and if possible remove all the remaining braking material. Gives another few mm to get a spreader in if someone has, say, pulled the lever when the wheel is out. (I have two small MTBers in this house).


 
Posted : 18/12/2020 9:07 am
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"show us your tool box" worse had it been "show us your lunch box" just imagine all these selfies taken and uploaded along with the peein etiquette thread would scare newcomers away


 
Posted : 18/12/2020 9:16 am
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I use a plastic pedros tyre lever, works fine.

Agreed, the yellow MBUK ones they gave away with the mag a while back are perfect for this as they are just the right thickness and shape.

This thread has prompted me to get a bearing press. Merry Christmas to me.


 
Posted : 18/12/2020 9:37 am
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Which mech hanger tool do people suggest?

I have the park one. Works fine, but mech hanger tools are pretty simple crude tools so i’m sure the cheaper ones are just fine too

Being as the point is to get it as aligned as possible, and all the cheaper one ppl suggest you work around the inaccuracy, I just bought the Park version. My god, I surprised my mech even shifted at all, going by how twisted it was.

The R3Pro piston tool, is really very good, but I'd not seen their alignment tool


 
Posted : 19/12/2020 11:30 am
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