Tools Flashcards
What is the primary classification of maintenance and repair procedures in this book?
Classified by their degree of difficulty, primarily level 1
What type of tools does the Level 1 Tool Kit consist of?
Standard metric tools
What does the Level 2 Tool Kit contain?
Several bike-specific tools for more complex work
What is included in the Level 3 Tool Kit?
Extensive and expensive tools for advanced repairs
What can you do if you loan tools to others?
Consider marking your collection and keeping a file of who has what
True or False: Level 1 repairs require a workshop.
False
What is a recommended feature of a tire pump in the Level 1 Tool Kit?
A gauge and a valve chuck to match your bike’s tubes
Fill in the blank: The Level 1 Tool Kit is similar to the collection of tools recommended for _______.
carrying on rides
What is a good idea to have with the tire pump’s valve chuck?
A spare rubber insert for the chuck
What does the Level 1 Tool Kit allow you to do?
Perform the simplest bike repairs
What is a potential benefit of having a well-equipped tool set?
Your riding buddies may ask for your advice and borrow your tools
What types of standard screwdrivers are recommended for bike maintenance?
small, medium, and large
It is suggested to have one of each size.
How many Phillips-head screwdrivers should be included in a bike maintenance kit?
one small and one medium
This ensures you have the right sizes for various screws.
What is the recommended number of plastic tire levers for bike maintenance?
set of three
These are essential for changing tires.
How many spare tubes should be included in a bike maintenance kit?
at least two
They should be of the same size and valve type as those on your bike.
What type of powder is suggested for coating the inside of tires?
talcum powder
It is important to avoid inhaling this substance.
What type of patch kit is recommended for bike maintenance?
one that comes with sandpaper and patches with soft orange rubber backing
Avoid kits with metal scratchers.
How often should you check the glue in your patch kit?
at least every year and a half
This should be done regardless of whether the tube has been opened.
What should you take on rides in case the glue in your patch kit has dried up?
a little packet of glueless patches
While they may not work as well, they can be helpful in emergencies.
What is another name for a 6-inch adjustable wrench?
Crescent wrench
What types of pliers are recommended?
Regular and needle-nose
List the sizes included in a set of metric hex keys.
- 2.5mm
- 3mm
- 4mm
- 5mm
- 6mm
- 8mm
- 10mm
What are the advantages of folding sets of hex keys?
They keep your wrenches organized
What sizes of metric open-end/box-end wrenches are recommended?
- 7mm
- 8mm
- 9mm
- 10mm
- 13mm
- 14mm
- 15mm
- 17mm
What is special about the 15mm pedal wrench?
Thinner and longer than a standard 15mm wrench
What tool is used for disconnecting and reconnecting chains?
Chain tool
What is the purpose of a chain-elongation gauge?
To monitor the condition of the chain
What does a spoke wrench match?
The size of the nipples on your bike’s wheels
What are pad spacers used for?
To prevent pushing the pads out too far when the wheel is out
What type of grease is recommended for bicycles?
Bicycle grease
What should you avoid using automotive grease on?
- Suspension forks
- Shocks
- Twist shifters
What type of chain lubricant is preferred?
Nonaerosol
What is a necessary item for cleaning disc-brake pads and rotors?
Rubbing alcohol
What is essential for a well-organized workspace?
A shop bench
What is the purpose of a tire pressure gauge?
To get pressure exact for technical riding
Fill in the blank: A __________ is needed if you have an air-sprung suspension fork.
shock pump
What type of shock pump is recommended?
One with a no-leak head
What is a Schrader valve adapter used for?
To insert inside a sunken Schrader valve
What type of blade is used on a hacksaw?
Fine-toothed blade
What is a box-cutter knife also referred to as?
Razor blades
What types of files are recommended for use?
One round and one flat, not too coarse
What tool is used for cutting coaxial shift cable housing without crushing it?
Cable cutter
List the sizes included in a set of metric socket wrenches.
- 7mm
- 8mm
- 9mm
- 10mm
- 13mm
- 14mm
- 15mm
What do Torx keys look like?
Hex keys with star-shaped tips
What are common sizes of Torx keys for modern bikes?
- T10
- T25
- T30
What is the purpose of a crank puller?
Removing crankarms
What should you check for when buying a crank puller?
Compatibility with square-taper or ISIS/Octalink spindles
What is the function of a chainring-nut tool?
Holding the nut while tightening or loosening a chainring bolt
What special tools may be needed for Shimano Octalink-style HollowTech I cranks?
Chainring-cassette removal tools
What type of tool is required for external-bearing cranks?
Oversize splined wrench
What tool is used for sealed-cartridge bottom brackets?
Splined bottom-bracket socket
What type of spanner is needed for old-style cup-and-cone bottom brackets?
Lockring spanner and pin spanner
What are snapring pliers used for?
Removing snaprings from unthreaded bottom brackets and other parts
What sizes are standard for cone wrenches?
- 13mm
- 14mm
- 15mm
- 15mm
What is the purpose of a medium ball-peen hammer?
General tool for shaping or striking
When are headset wrenches unnecessary?
If the bike has a threadless headset and no plans to work on old bikes
What is a cassette lockring tool used for?
Removing cogs from the rear hub
What does a chain whip do?
Holds cogs while loosening the cassette lockring
What is a Pedro’s Vise Whip?
A type of chain whip that holds the cog more firmly
What are channellock pliers used for?
Gripping and turning various objects
What is the function of a splined pedal-spindle removal tool?
Removing pedal spindles
What is the purpose of tweezers in bike maintenance?
Handling small parts
What grit is a fine drywall sanding screen?
180 grit
What are valve core removers used for?
Tire service and shock service
What is the use of tire sealant?
Setting up tubeless tires or installing in inner tubes for puncture protection
What type of grease is recommended for Grip Shift shifters?
Silicone-based grease
What is the purpose of nonlithium suspension grease?
Used for front and rear shocks and pivots
What does threadlock do?
Keeps bolts tight that have a tendency to unscrew
What is used to free stuck parts?
Penetrating oil or ammonia
What is an important aspect of a bike shop environment?
Sound system laden with good tunes
What basic cleaning supplies are recommended for cleaning a dirty machine?
- Tape
- Safety glasses
- Rubber dish gloves or latex gloves
- Buckets
- Large brushes
- Sponges
- Degreaser
- Dish soap or bike cleaner
These supplies facilitate rapid cleaning of machinery.
What is the significance of a parts-washing tank in a Level 3 mechanic toolkit?
It is used with an environmentally safe degreaser for cleaning parts, and used solvent must be disposed of responsibly.
Check with local environmental safety office for proper disposal methods.
What tool is essential for freeing stuck parts and pressing in others?
Large bench-mounted vise
This tool is crucial for various mechanical tasks.
What type of chain tool is important for a Level 3 mechanic?
Shop chain tool that works on 6-speed to 12-speed chains
This tool is necessary for proper chain maintenance.
What does a headset press do?
It installs any size headset and press-in bottom brackets
A simple, inexpensive press can handle various sizes.
What is a fork-crown race punch used for?
Installing the fork-crown race of the headset
Its size depends on the size of the steering tube at its base.
What is the purpose of a star-nut installation tool?
For threadless headsets
This tool is crucial for installing certain headset types.
What sizes of sockets are necessary for working on suspension fork air springs or dampers?
- 22mm
- 24mm
- 26mm
- 28mm
A six-point socket ground flat on the end is required.
Why are torque wrenches important in bike maintenance?
They check proper bolt tightness to prevent parts from stripping, breaking, creaking, or falling off.
Ideally, a small torque wrench for small bolts and a larger one for bigger bolts is recommended.
What types of drive bits are useful for a Level 3 mechanic?
- Torx
- Metric hex square-drive bits
- ¼-inch hex drive bits in Torx, metric hex, Phillips, flat-blade
These bits are essential for dealing with various fasteners.
What is the function of a Park IR-1 or IR-1.2 internal wire routing kit?
To route shift and brake cables, cable housings, and hydraulic hoses through the frame easily
This tool simplifies cable management in bike assembly.
What is a truing stand used for?
For truing and building wheels
Proper wheel alignment is critical for bike performance.
What does a dishing tool check?
That a wheel is properly centered
This tool helps ensure even weight distribution on the wheel.
What is needed to straighten out-of-true disc-brake rotors?
Rotor-alignment forks
This tool helps eliminate brake rub noise.
What is typically included in a bleed kit for hydraulic brakes?
Tube and possibly a squeeze bottle of fluid
The specific type of bleed kit varies with brand and model.
What is the purpose of a brake bleed block?
To keep pistons pushed back while bleeding disc brakes
You can substitute plastic grooved blocks, which are equally thick and needed for clamping hydraulic hose when inserting barbed fitting.
What tool is used for adjusting Mavic hubs?
Pin spanner
What is a telescoping or articulating magnet used for?
Picking up dropped parts or small tools
What is a chain keeper?
Attaches to dropout to run chain over for cleaning drivetrain with wheel off
What is the purpose of a Vise Whip?
Used for disassembling old-style 6- and 7-speed cogsets or freewheels
Name a type of tool used for removing freewheels.
Freewheel removers for Shimano, Sachs, and Sun-Tour freewheels
What qualities are essential for a successful bike repair job?
Patience and willingness to work and rework jobs until properly finished
What spare parts should you keep on hand for bike repairs?
- Several sizes of ball bearings
- Zip-ties
- Spare cables
- Cable housing
- Cable-end caps
- Spare tires
- Tubes
- Chains
- Master links
- Cogsets
What additional items are recommended for working on suspension forks and hydraulic brakes?
- Spare hoses
- Seals
- Fittings
What is the function of carbon-grip compound?
For clamping carbon seat-posts and handlebars
What types of fluids should be kept for bike repairs?
- Special hydraulic brake fluids
- Hydraulic suspension oils and greases
- Threadlock fluid
- Titanium antiseize compound
- Outboard-motor gear oil
- Specialty freehub lubricants
What is a Euro-style race team mechanic’s bike stand used for?
Supports the bottom bracket and clamps either the fork ends or the rear dropouts without the wheel on
What is the purpose of a brake bleed block?
To keep pistons pushed back while bleeding disc brakes
You can substitute plastic grooved blocks, which are equally thick and needed for clamping hydraulic hose when inserting barbed fitting.
What tool is used for adjusting Mavic hubs?
Pin spanner
What is a telescoping or articulating magnet used for?
Picking up dropped parts or small tools
What is a chain keeper?
Attaches to dropout to run chain over for cleaning drivetrain with wheel off
What is the purpose of a Vise Whip?
Used for disassembling old-style 6- and 7-speed cogsets or freewheels
Name a type of tool used for removing freewheels.
Freewheel removers for Shimano, Sachs, and Sun-Tour freewheels
What qualities are essential for a successful bike repair job?
Patience and willingness to work and rework jobs until properly finished
What spare parts should you keep on hand for bike repairs?
- Several sizes of ball bearings
- Zip-ties
- Spare cables
- Cable housing
- Cable-end caps
- Spare tires
- Tubes
- Chains
- Master links
- Cogsets
What additional items are recommended for working on suspension forks and hydraulic brakes?
- Spare hoses
- Seals
- Fittings
What is the function of carbon-grip compound?
For clamping carbon seat-posts and handlebars
What types of fluids should be kept for bike repairs?
- Special hydraulic brake fluids
- Hydraulic suspension oils and greases
- Threadlock fluid
- Titanium antiseize compound
- Outboard-motor gear oil
- Specialty freehub lubricants
What is a Euro-style race team mechanic’s bike stand used for?
Supports the bottom bracket and clamps either the fork ends or the rear dropouts without the wheel on
What is required for bikes with integrated seat masts or seatposts that cannot be clamped in a bike stand?
Only clamp a dropper post on its large diameter, below its collar.
What is a long Y-wrench used for?
Tightening spoke nipples internal to a deep rim.
What is the function of an antitwist tool?
To prevent twisting bladed (aero) spokes during truing.
What is a splined spoke wrench used for?
Adjusting spokes on Mavic tubeless wheels.
What does a slotted spoke holder do?
Prevents flat spokes from rotating during wheel truing.
What advantage does a bent-shaft spoke nipple screwdriver provide?
Achieves faster spoke lacing when building wheels.
What is the purpose of a spoke tension gauge?
Checking for proper spoke tension to ensure long wheel life.
What does an axle-clamp tool do?
Clamps the end of a hub axle in a vise.
What is a hydraulic brake-hose cutter used for?
Getting an optimal square cut and reducing the likelihood of fluid leaks.
What is a heavy-duty shop-grade headset press used for?
Pressing in headsets and bottom brackets into threadless bottom-bracket shells.
What does a Park universal fork-crown race remover do?
Removes headset fork-crown races without damaging the fork crown.
What is the function of a saw guide?
Cuts threadless steering tubes off straight.
What is the tubing cutter used for?
Cutting handlebars off straight (not for carbon handlebars).
What is the purpose of a caliper with vernier, dial, or digital measurement?
Measuring parts to optimize function.
What does a head-tube reamer and facer do?
Keeps both ends of the head tube parallel and of the proper inside diameter.
What is the BB30 reamer used for?
Perfecting the fit of bearings in a BB30 shell.
What is an English-threaded bottom-bracket tap set used for?
Cutting threads in both ends of the bottom-bracket shell.
What does a bottom-bracket shell facer do?
Cuts the faces of the BB shell to be parallel to each other.
What is the Park BBT-30.4 bearing remover used for?
Removing bearings for BB30.
What do splined bottom bracket sockets do?
Make tightening cups with a torque wrench easier.
What is the purpose of crowfoot wrenches?
Turning big headset nuts and pedal spindles to precise torque settings.
What is the function of an electric drill with a drill bit set?
Used for various drilling tasks.
What are dropout-alignment tools used for?
Aligning dropouts or fork ends.
What is a derailleur-hanger alignment tool used for?
Straightening the hanger after a crash or misalignment.
What does a cog-wear indicator gauge do?
Determines if cogs are worn out.
What are cone wrenches used for?
Used for loose-bearing through-axle hubs.
What are feeler gauges used for?
Precisely adjusting postmount disc brakes.
What is an air compressor with quick-connect fitting used for?
Overhauling disc brakes and seating tubeless tires.
What is the Prestacycle Prestaflator tire inflator used for?
Delivering fast and accurate tire inflation.
What are large wheel truing-stand calipers used for?
Upgrading truing stands to handle larger wheels.
What is the purpose of truing-stand extensions?
To upgrade truing stands for super-tall wheels or fat-bike wheels.
What does a dial indicator do?
Checks rotor alignment more accurately.
What is a digital chain-elongation gauge used for?
Monitoring chain length over time.
What does Pedro’s Chain Checker Plus isolate?
Pin wear to ensure accurate measurement of chain elongation.
What is a bearing-press kit used for?
Installing cartridge bearings in hubs, rear-suspension pivots, and bottom brackets.
What is the function of a bearing-extractor kit?
Removing bearings from blind holes.
What does a wiper-seal driver do?
Installs wiper seals atop suspension-fork lower legs.
What is the Fox damper-removal tool used for?
Freeing damper shaft from hole in lower fork leg.
What is a DU-bushing tool used for?
Removing and installing bushings in rear-shock eyelets.
What do fixed-torque drivers do?
Ratchet freely when their torque setting is reached.
Fill in the blank: A _______ is used for inflating tires quickly and accurately.
[Prestacycle Prestaflator tire inflator]
True or False: A hydraulic brake-hose cutter can reduce the likelihood of fluid leaks.
True
What tools should be taken on all rides?
- Chain tool
- Cartridge inflator
- Patch kit
- Spare tube
- Folding hex keys
- Small screwdriver
- Tire levers
- Spare derailleur hanger
- Multitool
- Torx T25 wrench
- 8mm, 10mm open-end wrenches
- Shock pump
- Spare chain links
- Cash
- Tire pump
- Disc-brake pad spacers
- Cell phone
- Clip-on taillight/flasher
- Spare master links
- Wet wipes
- Seat bag
- Latex gloves
What is the function of the Shimano TL-EW02 tool?
Plugging in and unplugging Di2 electronic-shift wires
What does the Shimano TL-FDM905 tool do?
Replaces the front-derailleur cage
What is the purpose of the Shimano TL-FC35 tool?
Crank-removal tool for XTR FC-M970 crank
What are easy outs?
Spiral-flute screw extractors for removing broken screws
What is recommended for maintaining a clean home shop?
Keep the area clean and organized
What is the key to enjoying bike maintenance?
Being able to find the tools easily
Fill in the blank: A compact set of hex keys includes sizes _______.
2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm
What tool is necessary for 6-bolt disc brake rotors?
Torx T25 wrench
What should be checked at least every year and a half?
Patch kit glue
What type of tire levers are preferred?
At least two plastic tire levers, preferably three
What is the purpose of plastic pad spacers?
Prevent pistons from coming out too far on hydraulic disc brakes
What should be carried for emergency identification?
Driver’s license or a Road ID
True or False: It’s essential to carry cash while riding.
True
What is a lightweight tool to assist with tire repairs?
Sealant-filled quick aerosol inflator
What should be included for long or multiday trips?
Proper amounts of food, water, and extra clothes
What is duct tape often referred to as?
It holds the universe together
What is a satellite communicator used for?
Sends texts, SOS signals, and weather forecasts
What type of blanket is recommended for emergencies?
Lightweight, aluminized, folding emergency blanket
What should you do before embarking on a lengthy trip?
Read Chapter 3 on emergency repairs
What type of flashlight is suggested for riding?
A small LED type flashlight
What type of pump is recommended for tire inflation?
A tire pump and/or CO2 cartridge inflator