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sunny · 05-23-2005, 12:04 PM

what are some of the cool tools you've picked up to work on your bikes?

this weekend i picked up a variable speed dremel tool! i LOVE IT!

i used it to mangle the stock battery box. i plan on using it to mangle my new rear fender when it comes in next saturday.

I CAN'T WAIT!

viper94bite · 05-23-2005, 12:14 PM

I cringe when I think of mangling anything on my baby.

themeatmanlandry · 05-23-2005, 12:21 PM

I recently picked up a Motion-Pro Chain Breaker/Riveter/Press tool.

http://www.tucmoto.com/

part # 08-0058

$69.95 at tucker motor supply. This is a really tough, really cool little tool for removing/installing o-ring (and x-ring, z-ring, whatever) chains.

One of the purposes of the tool is to spread the master link rivets when you install a new chain. I torqued that tool with *most* of what I've got (muscle-wise). I didn't even strip the paint off the threads of the tool. That's one tough booger.

**87gsxrnut** · 05-23-2005, 12:22 PM

The most invaluable tools I have ever bought were:

- Hand Impact Wrench
- Hardened metric allen head sockets/screwdriver sockets
- Alignment Punch

- Nut

themeatmanlandry · 05-23-2005, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87gsxrnut

- Hand Impact Wrench

After a Dremel, that's next. There's no good way to remove the countershaft nut without one. You can do it, but it won't be pretty (or safe) unless you have that impact wrench.

sunny · 05-23-2005, 12:27 PM

Quote:

I cringe when I think of mangling anything on my baby.

oh come on!

who doesn't love the smell of burning metal and watching sparks fly off like fourth of july fireworks!

**87gsxrnut** · 05-23-2005, 12:46 PM

Quote:

who doesn't love the smell of burning metal and watching sparks fly off like fourth of july fireworks!

I do!

Quote:

There's no good way to remove the countershaft nut without one.

You can remove the countershaft sprocket without that quite easily. You just need to know the dark secrets that I possess . . . BUAHAHAHAHAHA!

- Nut

FIVEINCH · 05-23-2005, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87gsxrnut

I do!

You can remove the countershaft sprocket without that quite easily. You just need to know the dark secrets that I possess . . . BUAHAHAHAHAHA!

- Nut

A 12-inch breaker bar, applicable socket, and 3-foot cheater!

themeatmanlandry · 05-23-2005, 01:20 PM

Like I said . . . not pretty.

viper94bite · 05-23-2005, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunny

oh come on!

who doesn't love the smell of burning metal and watching sparks fly off like fourth of july fireworks!

Oh, no doubt I like it. Just not when those sparks are coming off my bike.

Maybe the go kart, but not the bike.

FIVEINCH · 05-23-2005, 02:13 PM

I just ordered one of these:

When I receive it, I'll try it out on an older tire for my 30 mile commute and let you all know what I think.

I damn sure wouldn't trust it for anything other than straight-lining.

oldgeezer · 05-23-2005, 02:27 PM

One of the handiest things was to get an allen and torx set which fit my ratchet.

In my opinion, the Dremel is one of the neatest inventions since the self threading movie projector.

LayinLo · 05-23-2005, 04:02 PM

I got a miniature tire psi guage (about 2" long!) It helps when you need to drop that rear tire pressure some and don't feel like guessing.

sunny · 05-23-2005, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldgeezer

One of the handiest things was to get an allen and torx set which fit my ratchet.

the ex boyfriend(well, one of them) had one of those allen wrench sets you speak of. VERY handy. now i'll have to buy my own, i guess.

Quote:

In my opinion, the Dremel is one of the neatest inventions since the self threading movie projector.

i fell in love with it when my boss used one to modify a computer case.

oldgeezer · 05-23-2005, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunny

i fell in love with it when my boss used one to modify a computer case.

A Dremel or a self threading movie projector?

sunny · 05-23-2005, 06:00 PM

the dremel.

Gixxerdale · 05-23-2005, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunny

what are some of the cool tools you've picked up to work on your bikes?

this weekend i picked up a variable speed dremel tool! i LOVE IT!

i used it to mangle the stock battery box. i plan on using it to mangle my new rear fender when it comes in next saturday.

I CAN'T WAIT!

Hmm... Best keep Sunny away from the plasma cutter and arc welder! No telling what she might redesign!

**87gsxrnut** · 05-23-2005, 09:19 PM

The Dremel was indespensible in modding and prepping the last six racebikes. Angle grinder was handy too.

- Nut

Hardware · 05-23-2005, 09:51 PM

I've had a Dremel for years. I also picked up a huge accessory set for it, the drill press and the router base.

Some other neat things I've added recently:

- Craftsman torque wrench;
- assorted 9.5 mm (3/8 ") drive accessories;
- C spanner for the 'Busa's rear shock; and
- CSPS brand stainless steel rolling toolchest.

c50tiger · 05-23-2005, 10:15 PM

mmmm - nice box, Hardware (just me, or did that sound dirty?)

The dremel should have a place reserved for it at the Smithsonian!

05-23-2005, 12:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
sunny Leaned over, knee down Joined: Nov 2004 Bike: '97 suzuki savage, '90 honda shadow, '75 kh400, and a broom Location: fort worthless Posts: 4,678	Cool Tools what are some of the cool tools you've picked up to work on your bikes? this weekend i picked up a variable speed dremel tool! i LOVE IT! i used it to mangle the stock battery box. i plan on using it to mangle my new rear fender when it comes in next saturday. I CAN'T WAIT! __________________ "blah blah blah, the world revolves around me, blah blah blah, your perception of events can't possibly be valid, blah blah blah, i wasn't there but i know everything about everything, blah blah blah." - 95% of the male population. you WISH this post was brought to you by rum.

05-23-2005, 12:14 PM	#2 (permalink)
viper94bite Sit speling cheker Joined: Jan 2005 Bike: 2008 Yamaha FZ6 Location: omaha, ne Posts: 1,792	I cringe when I think of mangling anything on my baby. __________________ *yippee*

05-23-2005, 12:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
themeatmanlandry Happy-ass Lunatic Joined: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 600S (Black); 2006 GSXR750 (Black) Location: Memphis Posts: 11,423	I recently picked up a Motion-Pro Chain Breaker/Riveter/Press tool. http://www.tucmoto.com/ part # 08-0058 $69.95 at tucker motor supply. This is a really tough, really cool little tool for removing/installing o-ring (and x-ring, z-ring, whatever) chains. One of the purposes of the tool is to spread the master link rivets when you install a new chain. I torqued that tool with most of what I've got (muscle-wise). I didn't even strip the paint off the threads of the tool. That's one tough booger. __________________ Go to hell

05-23-2005, 12:22 PM	#4 (permalink)
87gsxrnut Ho Dog Joined: Dec 2003 Bike: 867-5309 Location: Terror Lake Posts: 4,224	The most invaluable tools I have ever bought were: - Hand Impact Wrench - Hardened metric allen head sockets/screwdriver sockets - Alignment Punch - Nut __________________ Person or person's unknown.

05-23-2005, 01:20 PM	#9 (permalink)
themeatmanlandry Happy-ass Lunatic Joined: Dec 2003 Bike: 2002 Bandit 600S (Black); 2006 GSXR750 (Black) Location: Memphis Posts: 11,423	Like I said . . . not pretty. __________________ Go to hell

05-23-2005, 02:13 PM	#11 (permalink)
FIVEINCH U.B's LoveChild Joined: Aug 2004 Bike: GSXR600K4 + D&D = DSRPTV!!!!!! Location: San Angelo, TX Posts: 1,083	I just ordered one of these: When I receive it, I'll try it out on an older tire for my 30 mile commute and let you all know what I think. I damn sure wouldn't trust it for anything other than straight-lining. __________________ I can see you... MK86: The US Navy Sends Its Regards... FIVE INCHES AT A TIME!!

05-23-2005, 02:27 PM	#12 (permalink)
oldgeezer Handlebar Consultant Joined: Aug 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 646	One of the handiest things was to get an allen and torx set which fit my ratchet. In my opinion, the Dremel is one of the neatest inventions since the self threading movie projector. __________________ Oh, he's very popular Ed. The sportos, the motorheads, geeks, sluts, bloods, wastoids, dweebies, d!ckheads--they all adore him. They think he's a righteous dude.

05-23-2005, 04:02 PM	#13 (permalink)
LayinLo Flipper ( Don't Ask ) Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: Crunchy 02 GSX-R 750 Location: Alabama Posts: 3,936	I got a miniature tire psi guage (about 2" long!) It helps when you need to drop that rear tire pressure some and don't feel like guessing.

05-23-2005, 06:00 PM	#16 (permalink)
sunny Leaned over, knee down Joined: Nov 2004 Bike: '97 suzuki savage, '90 honda shadow, '75 kh400, and a broom Location: fort worthless Posts: 4,678	the dremel. __________________ "blah blah blah, the world revolves around me, blah blah blah, your perception of events can't possibly be valid, blah blah blah, i wasn't there but i know everything about everything, blah blah blah." - 95% of the male population. you WISH this post was brought to you by rum.

05-23-2005, 09:19 PM	#18 (permalink)
87gsxrnut Ho Dog Joined: Dec 2003 Bike: 867-5309 Location: Terror Lake Posts: 4,224	The Dremel was indespensible in modding and prepping the last six racebikes. Angle grinder was handy too. - Nut __________________ Person or person's unknown.

05-23-2005, 09:51 PM	#19 (permalink)
Hardware Sprocket Pilot Joined: Sep 2004 Bike: 2004 Hayabusa Location: Tokyo, Japan Posts: 843	I've had a Dremel for years. I also picked up a huge accessory set for it, the drill press and the router base. Some other neat things I've added recently: - Craftsman torque wrench; - assorted 9.5 mm (3/8 ") drive accessories; - C spanner for the 'Busa's rear shock; and - CSPS brand stainless steel rolling toolchest. __________________ Meddle not in the affairs of dragons...for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup.

05-23-2005, 10:15 PM	#20 (permalink)
c50tiger Can Ride And Chew Gum Joined: Aug 2004 Bike: 2005 C50 Location: Selma, Alabama Posts: 2,058	mmmm - nice box, Hardware (just me, or did that sound dirty?) The dremel should have a place reserved for it at the Smithsonian! __________________ Let's think the unthinkable, let's do the undoable, let's prepare to grapple with the ineffable itself, and see if we may not eff it after all. - Douglas Adams COGITO EGGO SUM: I think, therefore I am... a waffle

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