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Tool Tuesday :: Park Tool PCS-9 Repair Stand

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A few weeks back we reviewed a repair stand that is loaded with features. While that repair stand is certainly nice, we realize that not every home mechanic needs such a loaded stand. This week we offer up a repair stand that gets the job done without breaking the bank. The Park Tool PCS-9 repair stand carries a price tag similar to other entry-level repair stands, but what sets it apart is its stability, wide-mouth clamp, and portability. At first [...]

Tool Tuesday :: Park Tool Adjusting Cap Tool

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For years, the only tools available to remove the adjusting cap on Shimano’s Hollowtech II cranks were plastic. There are now a few metal tools on the market, but Park Tool’s Adjusting Cap Tool is the one we don’t hesitate to rely on. Shimano’s Hollowtech II crank and bottom bracket design relies on the adjusting cap to preload the bearings. This cap rests against the left crankarm and is threaded into the bottom bracket spindle. While this cap only needs [...]

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