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Specialised Tools
Posted: Sun Oct 13, 2024 5:23 pm
by Sadlonelygit
I don't know if it's just me, but as I have aged, my collection of specialised tools has increased dramatically.
Instead of a bfo screwdriver and old pads, I use a brake caliper piston tool, or a valve spring compressor instead of a G clamp and socket, or a vacuum pump instead of a syringe to bleed brakes etc.
Now I have a tool box, specifically for special tools.
Zrx61 is banned from this thread btw!
Re: Specialised Tools
Posted: Sun Oct 13, 2024 5:28 pm
by Noggin
If i had space I would 100% have all the tools even if I'd only need to use them once!! LOL
I used to buy stuff that 'fitted' the bike I had and so I didn't have a massive collection - but then my old riding buddy left me his tools and I seem to have a serious collection of stuff I'm never gonna need!
But I'll not give them away, partly cos I doubt anyone would want them and also cos you just know that the day I do, the following day will be the day I need that tool!!
Re: Specialised Tools
Posted: Sun Oct 13, 2024 6:28 pm
by Sadlonelygit
Noggin wrote: Sun Oct 13, 2024 5:28 pm
If i had space I would 100% have all the tools even if I'd only need to use them once!! LOL
I used to buy stuff that 'fitted' the bike I had and so I didn't have a massive collection - but then my old riding buddy left me his tools and I seem to have a serious collection of stuff I'm never gonna need!
But I'll not give them away, partly cos I doubt anyone would want them and also cos you just know that the day I do, the following day will be the day I need that tool!!
Tyrannosaurus tools
In my special box I have a 54mm impact socket (RX7 flywheel nut) 47mm impact (ktm250 primary drive nut) and a few other odd sized sockets that have only been used once/twice. But better I buy them then have to pay garage prices and let some grease monkey wreak havoc on my stuff!
Re: Specialised Tools
Posted: Sun Oct 13, 2024 6:56 pm
by Skub
Too many accumulated over 50 + years,some of them I even forget which bike they were for.
I always assume the present bike will be one I'll keep forever,but I never do. Just like Terrapin.
Re: Specialised Tools
Posted: Thu Oct 17, 2024 2:51 am
by ZRX61
Sadlonelygit wrote: Sun Oct 13, 2024 5:23 pm
Zrx61 is banned from this thread btw!
I'm in the same boat.
although...
Used a screwdriver while changing rear pads on a mates ZRX12 two weeks ago, however, it was his cheapass screwdriver so not mullaring one of mine. It was done in a parking lot 80 miles away at the Two Stroke Extravaganza show.
Rare pic of me actually working... Snapped by another Brit who made a smart ass comment..
Which lead to..
This week I did treat myself to a 52 piece kit of bearing/bushing/seal drivers though. 18-65mm in 1mm increments, plus a 74mm one for axle seals.
Last month I bought a kit of radiator pressure test kit with doodads that cover all vehicles... & the one for Toyota Camry/Corollas fits Kaw radiators (as do Toyota radiator caps which are way cheaper than Mama Kaw's version).
Re: Specialised Tools
Posted: Mon Oct 21, 2024 8:21 pm
by Newey
ZRX61 wrote: Thu Oct 17, 2024 2:51 am
Sadlonelygit wrote: Sun Oct 13, 2024 5:23 pm
Zrx61 is banned from this thread btw!
I'm in the same boat.
although...
Used a screwdriver while changing rear pads on a mates ZRX12 two weeks ago, however, it was his cheapass screwdriver so not mullaring one of mine. It was done in a parking lot 80 miles away at the Two Stroke Extravaganza show.
Rare pic of me actually working... Snapped by another Brit who made a smart ass comment..
Which lead to..
This week I did treat myself to a 52 piece kit of bearing/bushing/seal drivers though. 18-65mm in 1mm increments, plus a 74mm one for axle seals.
Last month I bought a kit of radiator pressure test kit with doodads that cover all vehicles... & the one for Toyota Camry/Corollas fits Kaw radiators (as do Toyota radiator caps which are way cheaper than Mama Kaw's version).
Wallet is thick enough to be used as a wheel lift I see,
