Which Tool Set?
08-18-05, 06:09 PM
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Which Tool Set?
I am a roadie/hybrid riding guy with 3 bikes and am looking to put together a home shop so that I can take care of the stuff that is smaller than a full-blown overhaul. With this in mind I would like to get a set of tools but don't know fi I need to go all the way with Park or Pedros. The park tools I have I love, but are they needed for a home mechanic? Also, how big a set do I need? Any and all opinions welcomed! I have been looking at these: Park Tool AK-32 Mechanics Tool Kit, Park BK2 Roll-up Work Shop, Nashbar Bigger Than Big Tool Kit, Spin Doctor Pro Tool Kit 2005. Any and all opinions welcomed! Thanks!
08-18-05, 06:14 PM
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In addition to whatever info this thread generates, you may want to search the forum for "tools." This topic comes up all the time....
08-18-05, 06:27 PM
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Good Question, I have the same delema. I'm just replying so that I can get automatic E-mail when people with something constructive to say answer you.
08-18-05, 06:34 PM
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Kits are for carpet smokers.Figure out what you need and buy specifics. Parrk will give you a new one if one of their goes TU or you have a gripe with it.Buy the better stuff.Park use to sell different lines,and some of the less then top end was less than stellar in durability.
08-18-05, 06:46 PM
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I like the Park brand but then I again I never used the other! But all the shops I ever seen use Park.
I use to race bikes and never bought a shop of Park or whatever brand of tools, all I ever did was buy a tool as I needed it that way I didn't have a tool or tools that I paid for but never used. I also bought my common tools from Craftsman or Proto or Challenger...but I did that anyway because I repaired my own cars. Some of your tools will be just that...common tools you can get anywhere or already have.
I use to race bikes and never bought a shop of Park or whatever brand of tools, all I ever did was buy a tool as I needed it that way I didn't have a tool or tools that I paid for but never used. I also bought my common tools from Craftsman or Proto or Challenger...but I did that anyway because I repaired my own cars. Some of your tools will be just that...common tools you can get anywhere or already have.
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COmmon stuff like box wrench, allen wrenches, etc you can buy good quality at hardware stores (in general, stay away from the cheap stuff, you will break the tool + what you're trying to fix, so you'll spend more than the quality tool in the end). Bike-specific tools (crank puller, spoke wrench, chain tool, cassette tool, etc), you can buy as you go; Park is and always will be a good source, not cheap but certainly good quality. Some things you can do on your own (chain whip, etc), some things you don't need bike tools (a 15mm open wrench does pedals just a good as a pedal wrench).
08-18-05, 07:13 PM
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Originally Posted by sydney
Kits are for carpet smokers.
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Park tool for bike specific tools.
What exactly is a "carpet smoker"? You see I have hardwood floors.
What exactly is a "carpet smoker"? You see I have hardwood floors.
08-18-05, 11:58 PM
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I bought the Park AK-32 on ebay a while back. I think I paid around $150. I'm building a bike now and they really come in handy. Also, don't forget a good bike stand. I got the park PSC5 I think.
Steve
-you just can't have enough tools
edit: just found this on ebay. pretty good deal.
https://cgi.ebay.com/PARK-AK-32-MECHA...QQcmdZViewItem
Steve
-you just can't have enough tools
edit: just found this on ebay. pretty good deal.
https://cgi.ebay.com/PARK-AK-32-MECHA...QQcmdZViewItem
08-19-05, 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by CastIron
Park tool for bike specific tools.
What exactly is a "carpet smoker"? You see I have hardwood floors.
What exactly is a "carpet smoker"? You see I have hardwood floors.
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I got this kit a few years back. It does the job for me.
https://www.rei.com/product/4948.htm?...HP_CYCLING_TOC
https://www.rei.com/product/4948.htm?...HP_CYCLING_TOC
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I'm a tool junkie and always insist on best quality tools. They not only last long long time; they also protect the stuffs you are working on.
With lousy tools, you are less likely to work on your bikes. The next time you want to unlock a nut, your lousy tools may not be able to do the job or may even damage the nut.
With good tools, you are more likely to work on your bikes. All the nuts will be able to lock and unlock easily, even with lousy tools.
It sounds funny, but it is the case. Still, I will buy only high quality tools I can afford.
With lousy tools, you are less likely to work on your bikes. The next time you want to unlock a nut, your lousy tools may not be able to do the job or may even damage the nut.
With good tools, you are more likely to work on your bikes. All the nuts will be able to lock and unlock easily, even with lousy tools.
It sounds funny, but it is the case. Still, I will buy only high quality tools I can afford.
