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Post by foss on Jul 2, 2014 21:00:09 GMT
 I now know why there is a spacer between the nuts . |
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Post by velocipete on Jul 2, 2014 21:02:44 GMT
There are two spacers between them on my Peugeot.
Cheers,
Pete.
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Post by foss on Jul 2, 2014 21:11:22 GMT
I have been using a very large pair of pipe grips wrapped in bits of inner tube and an equally large adjustable spanner but with all the road vibration it keeps working loose .
So I thought sod it. ( there may also have been a glass of wine involved in the decision process )
Foss
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Post by cusqueno on Jul 2, 2014 21:48:49 GMT
How much were they? Perhaps I should invest in a pair too? Bought a new (used) car today so feeling a bit gung-ho about spending money.
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Post by cusqueno on Jul 2, 2014 21:54:17 GMT
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Post by foss on Jul 2, 2014 21:55:32 GMT
Theses are they ... E bay
291171958520
A damn good fit , no slack
Foss
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Post by Stella on Jul 3, 2014 8:51:21 GMT
From my experience, it pays off to have the right tools. You can always improvise, but oftentimes it's only just that: improvising. The correct tool will make it so much easier without the danger of damaging. How much did you pay for them?
Oh, I see, 28. That's a VERY good price. Professional tools cost an arm and a leg. My most favourite headset spanner is discontinued and you get that for 40 on eBay or other outlets (if not sold out).
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Post by velocipete on Jul 3, 2014 9:53:43 GMT
Whilst it's true ordinary head set spanners fit,less potential for damaging the nuts if you use
a pair of suitably sized adjustable spanners.
Cheers,
Pete.
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Post by cusqueno on Jul 3, 2014 10:06:35 GMT
Whilst it's true ordinary head set spanners fit,less potential for damaging the nuts if you use a pair of suitably sized adjustable spanners. Cheers, Pete. All the adjustables I have are too wide/thick to fit.  |
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Post by Jem on Jul 3, 2014 15:21:38 GMT
Foss, if you used that as a template and replicated them in acrylic do you think they'd work? Or are they just a bit too precise/tricky to copy?
You can see where I'm going with this?
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Post by velocipete on Jul 3, 2014 18:14:58 GMT
Copyright/patent infringement?
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Pete.
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Post by Jem on Jul 3, 2014 18:49:58 GMT
Copyright/patent infringement? Cheers, Pete. I'd take the risk of the Shimano lawyers catching up with me for a cut price tool. |
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Post by foss on Jul 3, 2014 19:48:15 GMT
I don't think they would work in acrylic , these are only 4 mm thick which is the size of the middle spacer .
I think it would be easier for me to post them out if anyone wants to borrow the Finland spanners .
Foss
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Post by whippet on Jul 3, 2014 21:32:04 GMT
He who dies with the most tools wins. :-)
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Post by Stella on Jul 3, 2014 21:38:32 GMT
There's a large likelihood that it may be me (keep in mind I'm tool obsessed and have at least four years to collect) and, despite being a tomboy, I'd refuse to be called a 'he'. :-P
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Post by cusqueno on Jul 6, 2014 14:37:59 GMT
Inspired by Foss, but being mean, I splashed out on a pair of standard headset spanners (wrenches): 32/34mm and 36/40mm at the other end. £9.99 the pair, delivered. pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=400721331254They have enabled me to tighten my 600ex headset, using the 32mm ends, but I was very careful that I didn't do any damage and I'll have to see if I've tightened it enough. Attachments:
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Post by Stella on Jul 7, 2014 11:57:30 GMT
John, those are good headset spanners and at a very good price, too.
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