best tool approach to loosening old threaded head set lock ring
07-20-09, 11:14 AM
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best tool approach to loosening old threaded head set lock ring
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I am cleaning, relubing an old (78) Univega Gran turismo
The headset lock ring is round with 3 notches evenly space, which are meant for a tool.
I have tried useing the the little tool with a hook on a pivot, but no luck and tthe ring is on tight.
Any ideas as to where I can get a specific tool (don't see one on the park site) or other stratgies for getting this thing off so I can clean and regrease the headset bearings?
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I am cleaning, relubing an old (78) Univega Gran turismo
The headset lock ring is round with 3 notches evenly space, which are meant for a tool.
I have tried useing the the little tool with a hook on a pivot, but no luck and tthe ring is on tight.
Any ideas as to where I can get a specific tool (don't see one on the park site) or other stratgies for getting this thing off so I can clean and regrease the headset bearings?
thanks
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07-20-09, 11:42 AM
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You could probably use a hammer and a screwdriver or punch. A punch is better. But to do it right and avoid damaging the lockring, use one of these.https://www.bikeman.com/TL2401.html
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07-20-09, 12:02 PM
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Would a bottom bracket lock-ring wrench work? https://www.parktool.com/products/det...5&item=HCW%2D5
Maybe a fixed gear lock-ring wrench? https://www.parktool.com/products/det...&item=HCW%2D17
Maybe a fixed gear lock-ring wrench? https://www.parktool.com/products/det...&item=HCW%2D17
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Thanks.....the Park HCW 5 does not work.....the curve of the hook is too big so it levers the hook out of the slot (but it worked on the bottom bracket)
the hcw17 is worth looking at
The Hozan is really nice....at $28 it should be
This free bike (my mother in laws....rebuilding it for son as it will be faster than his bmx for commuting...he still rolls his eyes....too be expected at 11 1/2) is costing me money in tools
I may resort to hammer and punch
the hcw17 is worth looking at
The Hozan is really nice....at $28 it should be
This free bike (my mother in laws....rebuilding it for son as it will be faster than his bmx for commuting...he still rolls his eyes....too be expected at 11 1/2) is costing me money in tools
I may resort to hammer and punch
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Thanks.....the Park HCW 5 does not work.....the curve of the hook is too big so it levers the hook out of the slot (but it worked on the bottom bracket)
the hcw17 is worth looking at
The Hozan is really nice....at $28 it should be
This free bike (my mother in laws....rebuilding it for son as it will be faster than his bmx for commuting...he still rolls his eyes....too be expected at 11 1/2) is costing me money in tools
I may resort to hammer and punch
the hcw17 is worth looking at
The Hozan is really nice....at $28 it should be
This free bike (my mother in laws....rebuilding it for son as it will be faster than his bmx for commuting...he still rolls his eyes....too be expected at 11 1/2) is costing me money in tools
I may resort to hammer and punch
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You could probably use a hammer and a screwdriver or punch. A punch is better. But to do it right and avoid damaging the lockring, use one of these.https://www.bikeman.com/TL2401.html
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Ooh, that looks nice! And the price is unbeatable.
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I had that 3 notched lock ring on my norco. it was a tange headset.
what's funny is that the 3 notched lock ring is separate from the bearing cup.
I used a small plumbers wrench to get it off.
what's funny is that the 3 notched lock ring is separate from the bearing cup.
I used a small plumbers wrench to get it off.
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inner bit is obviously threaded for 1" threaded steerers.
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Harris stopped carrying the Hozan. Reason being given as the quality of the tool has slipped below tolerable specs. Caveat Emptor folks. If you can find one that's old stock - I'd grab it - but I already have one from '84.
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I ended up using the big screwdriver and hammer approach to loosen.
All the tools that looked like they had potential were 30 bucks or so, and I couldn't talk my brother into machining one for me.....something about he had to do real work
All the tools that looked like they had potential were 30 bucks or so, and I couldn't talk my brother into machining one for me.....something about he had to do real work
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Glad you ultimately succeeded. FWIW - I have never owned any unique tools to assist me with this task. I use ordinary curved jaw Channelock pliers. The tips on them fit almost perfectly and I can squeeze down on them very tightly. I have never had a problem doing this, although now that I have said that I am sure to regret it ...
