I just thought I'd share this 3rd hand tool detail with you: It's the best third hand tool I have seen - with the exception of the VAR, which is infinitely more expensive.

The clamp cost me $7.98, and a couple bucks more for the eye bolts and lock-nuts at Lowes.

- All you need to do is knock off the red pads, drill a hole, and mount the eye bolts.



It has a very positive locking feature, and can even be fished through the spokes to adjust a Mixte brake caliper. (The ultimate test for a third hand tool, IMO).