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WNG 01-22-14 11:59 AM


Originally Posted by gaucho777 (Post 16431784)
As an aside, I've found the edge of a cone wrench is a great tool for removing slotted dust caps.

+100!
Lesser chance of cracking plastic ones than a screwdriver!

ColonelJLloyd 01-22-14 12:10 PM

A cone wrench works well. I often use a nickel on my Stronglight 49d dust caps.


Originally Posted by WNG (Post 16431722)
I was referring to the chromed steel caps from Sugino, similar to the Stronglight Auchen posted above.

Those are available too.

WNG 01-22-14 12:15 PM


Originally Posted by ColonelJLloyd (Post 16431861)
A cone wrench works well. I often use a nickel on my Stronglight 49d dust caps.



Those are available too.

Ouch! I paid that much for my last bike. :D
Blingy tho'.

Paramount1973 01-22-14 06:07 PM


Originally Posted by gaucho777 (Post 16431784)
As an aside, I've found the edge of a cone wrench is a great tool for removing slotted dust caps.

This, this is why I LOVE THIS FORUM.


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