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YMFB
09-May-2006, 19:24
Today I removed the front wheel for the first time, I followed Shazaam!'s wise words on wheel removal with one exception, my tool kit doesnt include the tool described thus

"There's a tool that fits inside the right hand end of the axle that comes in the tool kit. It looks like a short piece of tubing with a couple of holes in it and a couple of pins sticking out on opposite side."

can anyone send me a part number or advise where it can be bought.

KeefyB
09-May-2006, 20:12
ProItalia in the States do one.Seen one in the U.K somewhere,but cant remember where at the mo.
http://store.proitalia.com/800070139.html

chrisw
09-May-2006, 20:25
Back of a suitably sized spanner works for me. Insert it into the notch to stop the spindle turning.

Felix
09-May-2006, 22:57
If it's the same as a 996, U2U me your address and I'll post you one.

moozaad
09-May-2006, 23:18
I use a small screwdriver inserted thru the holes left for adjusting the forks. I find that the spindle doesn't drift too much when doing it up so I only have to nudge it once or twice back into position before tightening it up completely

[Edited on 10-5-2006 by moozaad]

rockhopper
10-May-2006, 10:48
I use a screw driver as well.