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JonnyFra 03-13-12 09:53 PM

Tool kit minimizing cost + Suicidal hub question
 
Hi

I'm currently working on my project and want to do everything I possibly can by myself. Firstly I need to sort out this 'what tools to use' problem. I've thought about buying a tool kit but I've been told that buying separately can lower the cost especially since some tools you won't use.

The things I need to do specifically are:
Remove & replace the chain ring
Remove & replace the sprocket (single speed)
Clean out & reapply grease to bottom bracket
Install breaks

As you can tell I'm pretty much a newbie
So far I've found http://www.amazon.com/Sunlite-Sprock.../dp/B001KUU1DU Which can be use for multiple purposes.
Any other tools that I'd be needing apart from the obvious Allen key?

The second question is about a suicidal hub.
Currently I have a phil wood fixed hub, the threading is for a fixed cog but I've been told I can apply a ss sprocket although there is less thread available than a freewheel. Would I just follow the same procedure to install the ss sprocket as if the hub were a freewheel and are there any precautions I need to take?

Any help is much appreciated

Thank you

mrrabbit 03-13-12 09:58 PM

I ride dual freewheels on a fixed track hub for my single speed bike I use for SJ Bike Party. Although the chainline is not ideal - cogs are a few millimeters in too far - everything works fine.

=8-)

JonnyFra 03-14-12 08:08 AM


Originally Posted by mrrabbit (Post 13969226)
I ride dual freewheels on a fixed track hub for my single speed bike I use for SJ Bike Party. Although the chainline is not ideal - cogs are a few millimeters in too far - everything works fine.

=8-)

Is it just the same procedure i.e. install it, no lock ring needed, as you ride it'll tighten itself?


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