BB Removal Tool Modification

[STRADA]

i have a query and would like to ask advice.

 

My rear suspension on my merida is close to my bb, i need to remove the bb hollowtech I bought a spanner like this

 

http://www.parktool.com/uploads/thumbnails/uploads/products/4e7b2686760ec5d0751383e8bb028054c61ffa43_198x190.jpg

Only problem is the wall does not clear the rear trailing arm.

 

http://www.cwcycles.co.za/sites/default/files/imagecache/product-holder/product_images/11f2.jpg

this is what I suspect I need.

 

Should I buy one or just cut the current spanner accordingly?

[JA-Q001]

Cut it, if it work, you save. If it does not work, you need a new one anyways.

[Brian Fantana]

I would rather get this one:

 

 

It is made by Park Tool, I have used mine for years and it works great.

[Li Mu Bai]

Ive found the Pedro's bottom bracket socket gives the best fit and works really well. No scuffing and tearing of the BB thread

It also allows you to use a torque wrench to tighten your bb correctly. cheap too - couldn't find it in SA though, bought mine in the states.

Park tool also makes one and so does X tools and Leyzene

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=26744

[Swift01]

Just be careful with the cut out BB tool like in your bottom picture. They don't fit as snug as the top picture or the socket and tend to eat into the BB outer shell cups especially if they are on tight. I would try get a socket or if you cut the one you bought, make the opening as small as possible.

[Johan Bornman]

You'll find it extremely difficult to cut it. The steel is hardened - harder than your hacksaw.

Perfect excuse to buy a few more tools.

[rouxtjie]

Get the one mr fantana suggests.

[Mr SingleTrack]

I would rather get this one:

 

 

It is made by Park Tool, I have used mine for years and it works great.

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