Tumbleweed Posted July 9, 2012 Share One thing I do need is a decent/robust tyre pressure gauge , one that can do Presta and Schrader , that's not digital . Weight/size is not a concern but it must be really well made , I haven't found one yet that's under R350. This Weldtite one is quite a bit cheaper than that… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosmonooit Posted July 9, 2012 Share Great quality side cutters or cable cutter. Even the best side cutters take a strain snipping a brake or gear cable, the whole geometry is different to a cable cutter as are the cutting faces, which are almost square (c.f. to side cutters which are chiselled) and chances are the side cutters will get messed up cutting cables so an investment in a cable cutter is a good choice for a basic tool kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylark Posted July 9, 2012 Share Yamalube waterproof blue grease is R65 for 500g + 20ml syringe = awesome grease gun that's cheap , non-messy and you can pump directly into bearing races.The Yamalube is used in outboard boat engines , has extreme water resistance , ride through rivers , then ride 40km , grease + bearings still perfect You can do the same with anti-seize + 20ml syringe.The tub of anti-seize and Yamalube will probably last for decades.I undid some bolts my father tighten 30yrs before , the anti-seize was still fresh and doing its job and the original tin it came out of was next to me still 1/3 fill... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotSoBigBen Posted July 9, 2012 Share How do the weight weenies weigh their bikes/components Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylark Posted July 9, 2012 Share This Weldtite one is quite a bit cheaper than that… Ja and its also not going to last terribly long!Probably does the job though but I want an analog one , made out of metal.Must look and work like a swiss watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylark Posted July 9, 2012 Share How do the weight weenies weigh their bikes/components A good Digital kitchen scale is good for components - can weigh parts up to 5kg's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikekid Posted July 9, 2012 Share Yamalube waterproof blue grease is R65 for 500g + 20ml syringe = awesome grease gun that's cheap , non-messy and you can pump directly into bearing races.The Yamalube is used in outboard boat engines , has extreme water resistance , ride through rivers , then ride 40km , grease + bearings still perfect You can do the same with anti-seize + 20ml syringe.The tub of anti-seize and Yamalube will probably last for decades.I undid some bolts my father tighten 30yrs before , the anti-seize was still fresh and doing its job and the original tin it came out of was next to me still 1/3 fill... Where would I get this? Got some standard grease from the Bike shop which I used for my BB and crank which I overhauled on the weekend. Got new ball bearings for my Hubs which I was going to do tonight. You reckon this lube is better than the bike shop stuff? When I cleaned by Hubs the grease in there was blue... I have been putting together a basic tool set - will post tonight what I bought and costs. Was not that expensive to be honest. I can do everything now I reckon aside from a fork service. I shall attempt that next year though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tumbleweed Posted July 9, 2012 Share Ja and its also not going to last terribly long!Probably does the job though but I want an analog one , made out of metal.Must look and work like a swiss watch Yeah, my kids brought my brother this one for his birthday… …and I got the cheapie… Edited July 9, 2012 by Tumbleweed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingalton Posted July 9, 2012 Share I bought this toolkit a while back, it is a bit pricey and there are a few tools that i wont ever use as it covers a few different bikes. but it is great, the quality is fantastic. you can also just find the list of tools you actually need and get them off CRC. also, you need a proper bike stand, makes working on your bike a lot easier... Park Tool Advanced Mechanic Tool Kit - AK37Designed specifically for the home mechanic that wants the best, the AK-37 Advanced Mechanic Tool Kit is a special 37-piece collection of our finest “shop quality” tools, all packaged in a tough tool box. The AK-37 includes all the most frequently used tools, as well as some items a mechanic should not be without – basically, everything needed to perform most repair and maintenance tasks, from brake adjustments to headset overhauls, on the majority of current model bikes.Park Tool Advanced Mechanic Tool Kit Content:AWS-1 4, 5, 6mm Hex Wrench SetAWS-3 2, 2.5, 3mm Y Hex Wrench SetBBT-5 Bottom Bracket and Freehub Lockring tool for Campagnolo®BBT-9 Bottom Bracket for 16 notch external crankset system cupsBBT-22 Cartridge Bottom Bracket Tool (for 20 tooth internal splines, such as Shimano®, FSA®, etc.)CC-3 Chain Checker Chain Wear IndicatorCWP-6 Crank Puller for Splined Octalink⪚, ISIS Drive®, and square-taper typeCCW-5 Crank Wrench with 14mm Socket / 8mm HexCBW-1 8 and 10mm Open End WrenchCBW-4 9 and 11mm Open End WrenchCL-1 Synthetic Blend Clain LubeCM-5 Cyclone Chain CleanerCN-10 Cable CutterCNW-2 Chainring Nut WrenchCT-3 Professional Screw Type Chain ToolFR-5 Cassette Lockring Tool for Shimano® and similar brandsGP-2 Pre-Glued Patch KitGSC-1 GearClean BrushPPL-1 PolyLube 1000 GreasePW-3 Professional Pedal WrenchSCW-13 13mm Professional Shop Cone WrenchSCW-14 14mm Professional Shop Cone WrenchSCW-15 15mm Professional Shop Cone WrenchSCW-16 16mm Professional Shop Cone WrenchSCW-17 17mm Professional Shop Cone WrenchSCW-18 18mm Professional Shop Cone WrenchSCW-19 19mm Professional Shop Cone WrenchSD-0 Shop Screwdriver #0 PhillipsSD-2 Shop Screwdriver #2 PhillipsSD-6 Shop Screwdriver Straight Blade, 6mm tipsSR-1 Chain Whip and Freewheel/Lockring WrenchSW-0 Professional Spoke WrenchSW-1 Professional Spoke WrenchSW-2 Professional Spoke WrenchTB-2 Tyre BootTL-1 Tyre Levers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted July 9, 2012 Share I am doing a tool renewal, getting rid of damaged and unsharp tools.I found the new MAKRO to have some nice tools. I got me some new wire cutters and GEDORE screw drivers. Not sure how they comapre to park tools but the range of screwdrivers is more than PT offers. In my tool box (order of most used):Allen Keys (Definitely get a decent set)Screw driversSide cuttersSyringe filled with greaseCassette remover (also used to remove rotors)el cheapo BB toolel cheapo chain whipBBB torque wrenchbicycle tool (Sometimes you need 2 of the same size allen keys or you missplace the most coomon sized one)duct tapeClothspaper towel for hand wipes Floor pump is what i also use alot and need to invest in a goodnew one soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ghost Posted July 9, 2012 Share How do the weight weenies weigh their bikes/components They look down their trousers and if they can still see their todgers then their components are too heavy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awesme Posted July 10, 2012 Share it's prissy from me to me day today Thanks TheV and DHL Topeak stand, and some more bits, nice little start G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylark Posted July 10, 2012 Share Yeah, my kids brought my brother this one for his birthday… …and I got the cheapie… Yeah thats what I'm talking about!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylark Posted July 10, 2012 Share Where would I get this? Got some standard grease from the Bike shop which I used for my BB and crank which I overhauled on the weekend. Got new ball bearings for my Hubs which I was going to do tonight. You reckon this lube is better than the bike shop stuff? When I cleaned by Hubs the grease in there was blue... I have been putting together a basic tool set - will post tonight what I bought and costs. Was not that expensive to be honest. I can do everything now I reckon aside from a fork service. I shall attempt that next year though Its hugely better than any non-waterproof grease no matter how good it is.... Look at what water does to the BB and lower headset bearings if the grease aint waterproof. The LBS actually recomended it to me , they use it on all their services and had 2 bikes come in after doing a marathon over a few days that invloved fording rivers/bearings submerged , one had been serviced by them with yamalube - all bearings still packed with grease and hundreds , other bike had been serviced else where and with normal grease - all submerged bearings shot. If water contaminates a bearing with waterproof grease you safe , if the grease is not waterproof the bearing will be shot unless you immediately repack it with grease. So either you use something waterproof like yamalube or do sh1te loads of maintanence or alternatively spend sh1tloads on replacing bearings. Yamalube can be bought from most boat shops (I got mine from a mercury boat delearship) or ordered from any yamaha bike shop ( they may have in stock) I paid R68 for a 435g tub - thats why the lbs use it , its cheap and awesome!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johan Bornman Posted July 10, 2012 Share Its hugely better than any non-waterproof grease no matter how good it is.... Look at what water does to the BB and lower headset bearings if the grease aint waterproof. The LBS actually recomended it to me , they use it on all their services and had 2 bikes come in after doing a marathon over a few days that invloved fording rivers/bearings submerged , one had been serviced by them with yamalube - all bearings still packed with grease and hundreds , other bike had been serviced else where and with normal grease - all submerged bearings shot. If water contaminates a bearing with waterproof grease you safe , if the grease is not waterproof the bearing will be shot unless you immediately repack it with grease. So either you use something waterproof like yamalube or do sh1te loads of maintanence or alternatively spend sh1tloads on replacing bearings. Yamalube can be bought from most boat shops (I got mine from a mercury boat delearship) or ordered from any yamaha bike shop ( they may have in stock) I paid R68 for a 435g tub - thats why the lbs use it , its cheap and awesome!!!Waterproof grease is a myth. It contains some calcium soap which emulsifies slilghty...only slightly, less easily than lithium soap. Once you understand bearings and water intrusion, you'll realise that the fancy grease is a foo-fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikekid Posted July 10, 2012 Share Its hugely better than any non-waterproof grease no matter how good it is.... Look at what water does to the BB and lower headset bearings if the grease aint waterproof. The LBS actually recomended it to me , they use it on all their services and had 2 bikes come in after doing a marathon over a few days that invloved fording rivers/bearings submerged , one had been serviced by them with yamalube - all bearings still packed with grease and hundreds , other bike had been serviced else where and with normal grease - all submerged bearings shot. If water contaminates a bearing with waterproof grease you safe , if the grease is not waterproof the bearing will be shot unless you immediately repack it with grease. So either you use something waterproof like yamalube or do sh1te loads of maintanence or alternatively spend sh1tloads on replacing bearings. Yamalube can be bought from most boat shops (I got mine from a mercury boat delearship) or ordered from any yamaha bike shop ( they may have in stock) I paid R68 for a 435g tub - thats why the lbs use it , its cheap and awesome!!! Thanks - ordered some from Motosports in Hillcrest. Was going to go to Perry Yamaha but going to Umhlanga is a schlep during the week. The guy said its about R100, getting the one with the squirt gun and cartridges to get into the hub. The other grease I have is Motorex Bike Grease 2000 - says it's highly water repellent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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