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Hello everyone. I have a Trek mountain bike (recent model) and I
would like to get a good set of tools (I don't have my own workspace
yet so I want to keep it to a minimum). I've been eyeing the
ST-14($29) and the ST-21($39) on Pricepoint since I believe they have
the right amount tools I will most likely need in the future. When
comparing both kits I noticed that the ST-21 has the following extra
tools:
-Bottom Bracket Cup Tool
-Headset Wrench
-Philips Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Flat Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Adjustable Wrench
-3x Steel Tire Levers
Except for the Bottom Bracket Cup Tool and the Headset Wrench, the
extras in the ST-21 are completely unnecessary(I already have these
tools). It looks as though my bike can be serviced quite extensively
with the tools that come in the emergency kits (hexs, screwdriver,
chain tool, spoke wrench, etc). Do you know if the Bottom Bracket Cup
tool and headset wrench are necessary? I looked at the http://www.sheldonbrown.com
website for an answer and I think that the BB Cup tool may me
unnecessary. Also, I have a large adjustable wrench that may be a
good replacement for the headset wrench. I believe that in a year or
so I will need to replace my chain along with cassette's and crank.
Also one of my pedals creaks when I apply lots torque to it so I may
have a crack somewhere, dunno. That's my story. If you do know of a
good site/article that describes which tools are used for what and
especially one that mentions which tools are necessary to service
current mountain bike models that would really be great. Sorry for
the long post. Below I am simply including the URL's and descriptions
of both tool kits I am considering. Thanks for the info.
ST-14
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/14...ch--/Sette-Torx-ST-14-Tool-Kit---14-Tools.htm
-Spoke Wrench
-2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5 and 6mm Hex Wrenches w/ (-) & (+) Screwdriver
-Hub Cone Spanner (2 pc/set)
-8mm Long Hex Wrench w/ Socket Adjuster
-Chain Rivet Extractor
-ISIS & Shimano Crank Remover
-Cartridge BB Tool for Shimano & ISIS
-Nylon/Fiberglass Tire Lever Set
-Lockring Socket w/ Stabilizer Post
-Chain Whip/Pedal Wrench
-(-) & (+) Screwdriver
-Puncture Repair Kit including: patches, cement and sandpaper.
-8 & 10mm Open Ended Wrench
-Hard Carry-Case w/ Foam Protection Insert
ST-21
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/14...ch--/Sette-Torx-ST-21-Tool-Kit---21-Tools.htm
-Spoke Wrench
-ISIS & Shimano Crank Remover
-Hub Cone Spanner (2 pc/set)
-Puncture Repair Kit including: patches, cement and sandpaper.
-Bottom Bracket Cup Tool
-Philips Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Flat Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Cartridge BB Tool for Shimano & ISIS
-Lockring Socket w/ Stabilizer Post
-Chain Whip
-Pedal Wrench
-8mm Long Hex Wrench w/ Socket Adjuster
-6 Hex Wrenches - 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm and 6mm
-Adjustable Wrench
-3x Steel Tire Levers
-8 & 10mm Open Ended Wrench
-Chain Rivet Extractor
-Headset Wrench
-Nylon/Fiberglass Tire Lever Set
-Hard Carry-Case w/ Foam Protection Insert
would like to get a good set of tools (I don't have my own workspace
yet so I want to keep it to a minimum). I've been eyeing the
ST-14($29) and the ST-21($39) on Pricepoint since I believe they have
the right amount tools I will most likely need in the future. When
comparing both kits I noticed that the ST-21 has the following extra
tools:
-Bottom Bracket Cup Tool
-Headset Wrench
-Philips Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Flat Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Adjustable Wrench
-3x Steel Tire Levers
Except for the Bottom Bracket Cup Tool and the Headset Wrench, the
extras in the ST-21 are completely unnecessary(I already have these
tools). It looks as though my bike can be serviced quite extensively
with the tools that come in the emergency kits (hexs, screwdriver,
chain tool, spoke wrench, etc). Do you know if the Bottom Bracket Cup
tool and headset wrench are necessary? I looked at the http://www.sheldonbrown.com
website for an answer and I think that the BB Cup tool may me
unnecessary. Also, I have a large adjustable wrench that may be a
good replacement for the headset wrench. I believe that in a year or
so I will need to replace my chain along with cassette's and crank.
Also one of my pedals creaks when I apply lots torque to it so I may
have a crack somewhere, dunno. That's my story. If you do know of a
good site/article that describes which tools are used for what and
especially one that mentions which tools are necessary to service
current mountain bike models that would really be great. Sorry for
the long post. Below I am simply including the URL's and descriptions
of both tool kits I am considering. Thanks for the info.
ST-14
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/14...ch--/Sette-Torx-ST-14-Tool-Kit---14-Tools.htm
-Spoke Wrench
-2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5 and 6mm Hex Wrenches w/ (-) & (+) Screwdriver
-Hub Cone Spanner (2 pc/set)
-8mm Long Hex Wrench w/ Socket Adjuster
-Chain Rivet Extractor
-ISIS & Shimano Crank Remover
-Cartridge BB Tool for Shimano & ISIS
-Nylon/Fiberglass Tire Lever Set
-Lockring Socket w/ Stabilizer Post
-Chain Whip/Pedal Wrench
-(-) & (+) Screwdriver
-Puncture Repair Kit including: patches, cement and sandpaper.
-8 & 10mm Open Ended Wrench
-Hard Carry-Case w/ Foam Protection Insert
ST-21
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/14...ch--/Sette-Torx-ST-21-Tool-Kit---21-Tools.htm
-Spoke Wrench
-ISIS & Shimano Crank Remover
-Hub Cone Spanner (2 pc/set)
-Puncture Repair Kit including: patches, cement and sandpaper.
-Bottom Bracket Cup Tool
-Philips Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Flat Head Screwdriver in 2 sizes
-Cartridge BB Tool for Shimano & ISIS
-Lockring Socket w/ Stabilizer Post
-Chain Whip
-Pedal Wrench
-8mm Long Hex Wrench w/ Socket Adjuster
-6 Hex Wrenches - 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm and 6mm
-Adjustable Wrench
-3x Steel Tire Levers
-8 & 10mm Open Ended Wrench
-Chain Rivet Extractor
-Headset Wrench
-Nylon/Fiberglass Tire Lever Set
-Hard Carry-Case w/ Foam Protection Insert