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Title: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: nick_villan on May 11, 2006, 08:31:46 PM
hey i was wondering do i need any special tools to change my front sprocket
Title: Re: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: Phaedrus on May 11, 2006, 08:40:20 PM
got a socket set, with an 8mm socket? (to remove the sprocket cover)

maybe some needlenose pliers / flathead screw drivers / butter knife / creativity (to remove circlip)

hm..I know there is a special "circlip removal tool" but hell if I know what it is. anyone know? I used a variation of the above combo personally but I am sure there was a more "proper" way to do it.  :dunno_white:

Something to take off the pinch bolt on the gear shift lever, but I dont remember what. Basic hand tools, really. Nothing fancy needed.
Title: Re: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: ajgs500 on May 11, 2006, 08:43:11 PM
(http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A9gnMiEJBGRElU8ACRijzbkF;_ylu=X3oDMTBsdmIydTZhBHNlYwNwcm9mBHZ0aWQDSTAwMV83MA--/SIG=12u83cq1e/EXP=1147491721/**http%3a//www.made-in-china.com/showimages/111/100005158/0/Piercing_Tools.jpg)
Title: Re: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: Mandres on May 11, 2006, 09:44:25 PM
Quote from: ajgs500 on May 11, 2006, 08:43:11 PM
weird tool..

lol, I have no idea what that is.  Anyway, you'll need a pair of circlip pliers if you plan to re-use the same clip.  They're about $10 @ Sears or you could probably borrow a pair from an auto parts store.  They look like this:

(http://www.scooterworks.com/images/Product_Images/std/TSRP1.jpg)

-M
Title: Re: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: buzz on May 12, 2006, 09:19:20 AM
8mm
17mm
12mm deep well or wrench
10mm
snap ring pliers, go ahead and buy them It will only take 2 seconds with this, but alot longer with out.
an adjustable wrench, very handy
needle nose pliers
chain lube

I think that is about it.
Title: Re: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: nick_villan on May 12, 2006, 10:53:22 PM
sweet u guys thanks, going to hit pepboys sometime next weeek and pick them up
Title: Re: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: roguegeek on May 13, 2006, 02:33:57 AM
Quote from: nick_villan on May 11, 2006, 08:31:46 PM
hey i was wondering do i need any special tools to change my front sprocket
Don't listen to anyone here. I remove parts on my GS with simply a hammer. To install... duct tape. :thumb:
Title: Re: tools that i need to change a sprocket
Post by: nick_villan on May 13, 2006, 07:47:17 AM
ya, and u use water for fuel :laugh: