freesound@comcast.net wrote:
> I find the part of building that is most sensitive to tools (based on
> what I've done, which is not the full spectrum) is adjusting and
> setting the BB. I don't have a good tool for the lockring or for the
> movable cup. An old Park lockring tool slips off, a Campy
> combination lockring/headset (or is it pedal?) wrench slips off, and
> I think I'd like to try the VAR tool for lockrings.
The VAR lockring pliers are definitely the cat's meow. They work a treat for track hub lockrings as well. Stronglight makes the best headset wrenches for Campy-type cups and locknuts. They grab the piece on 7 of the eight sides vs only 5 for Campy's version.
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John Thompson (john@os2.dhs.org)
Appleton WI USA