What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?

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2008-09-04 11:44 AM

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Subject: What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?

I have most work done at LBS but it is time for me to start doing my own work.  I am buying a PowerTap 2.4 with wheel and plan to put the cassette on the wheel myself.  BUt have no idea what tools are needed.

Guess I will be buying some tools



2008-09-04 11:52 AM
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Subject: RE: What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?

You will need 2 tools that you can find them here:

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/sub_cat.cfm?subcategory_id=4203

The Spin Doctor Cassette Locking and the Spin Doctor Chain Whip.

or here

http://www.nashbar.com/results.cfm?category=600099&subcategory=60001234&storetype=&estoreid=&init=y&pagename=Category%3A%20Tools 

Good Luck!!!

 



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2008-09-04 12:19 PM
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Subject: RE: What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?

My favorite website for Bike Tools and repair info is Park Tools.

http://www.parktool.com/index.asp

Cassette info here: http://www.parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=48

 IMHO, Park makes the best quality bike tools.

2008-09-04 12:33 PM
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Subject: RE: What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?
Get a cassette tool which has a stick to insert in the axle versus one which simply fits the splines. So much easier to use.

Don't get this:
http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8&description=FR%2D5+Hyperg...

Get this instead:
http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8&description=Lockring+Remo...

Or any other brand which has that stabilizing pin.

A chain whip is required to remove, but not to install a cassette.
http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8&description=SR%2D1+Chain+...
2008-09-04 12:35 PM
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Subject: RE: What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?

Technically, you only need the lockring tool to put a cassette on.  However, if you need to take it off, you need both.

Also, I use a cog wrench instead of a chainwhip.  A cog wrench is less flexible for different sized cassettes (MTB and road bike compatibility), but its a more secure fit, IMO.  Both work fine. 

2008-09-04 2:43 PM
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Subject: RE: What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?

Here's Bicycletutor.com's video on how to use the the tools to do the job:

http://bicycletutor.com/replace-freewheel/

2008-09-04 9:42 PM
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Subject: RE: What tools do I need to put a cassette on a wheel?
Your LBS probably has them in Park tools the same price or cheaper taking into account shipping. 
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