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10-13-22, 03:13 PM
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I prefer an 8" for several reasons, spelled "leverage". 😋😉 And there's only one way to spell cable-cutter, "Klein". They might weigh a little more, but so does a bigger hammer. 😉
10-14-22, 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by stardognine
I prefer an 8" for several reasons, spelled "leverage". 😋😉
The 15" adjustable is typically not the optimum tool for fixed cups - for a stubborn fixed cup; e.g. one properly installed, I'll use the ol' Sugino wrench held firmly by a metal plate and through bolt thru the BB shell. That way the wrench (hopefully) can't go any direction except around the BB axis.
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Was that you?
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Originally Posted by RCMoeur
Oh, now you started it. At the other end of the scale, I also have curated a collection of quality US-made vintage 15" adjustable wrenches...
They both see quite a bit of use.
10-14-22, 12:48 PM
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For members of the chronologically-disadvantaged community (aka young kids) we are referring to this ancient relic from the dawn of "video" technology.
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Originally Posted by albrt
For members of the chronologically-disadvantaged community (aka young kids) we are referring to this ancient relic from the dawn of "video" technology.
A-ha indeed.
10-14-22, 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by RCMoeur
... and of course its primary intended role as tactical advantage in difficult negotiation scenarios.
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Originally Posted by stardognine
I prefer an 8" for several reasons, spelled "leverage". 😋😉 And there's only one way to spell cable-cutter, "Klein". They might weigh a little more, but so does a bigger hammer. 😉
10-14-22, 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Chombi1
I have a few tools from Klein. They are generally pretty good. The thing I hate with them though is the tendency of the dipped red rubber coating on their handles of slipping off the tool when you are using it, usually at the worst time like in the middle of crimping a wire connector
But for a $3.00 flea market score, they work pretty well, on those cables. 👍😉
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[QUOTE=RCMoeur;22676821]I will neither confirm nor deny hoarding curating a collection of 4" adjustable wrenches. Mostly quality brands such as (US made) Craftsman, Snap-On Blue Point, etc.
That being said, I'll typically carry a 6" in the bike toolbag, as a 4" usually is too small to handle common bicycle fasteners (such as saddle or axle nuts) or provides insufficient leverage. Many of my bikes have nutted hubs, and I'm often asked / tasked with helping others' bikes in time of need.
This one is the most interesting in the toolbox.
For the WIN
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BTW, Why would and adjustable wrench need a measurement guide?
That being said, I'll typically carry a 6" in the bike toolbag, as a 4" usually is too small to handle common bicycle fasteners (such as saddle or axle nuts) or provides insufficient leverage. Many of my bikes have nutted hubs, and I'm often asked / tasked with helping others' bikes in time of need.
This one is the most interesting in the toolbox.
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BTW, Why would and adjustable wrench need a measurement guide?
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10-16-22, 12:19 PM
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This one is the most interesting in the toolbox.
