Yes, but really cheap tools like this tend to be made with poor tolerances and cheap metal, which means it will not be durable and might not work well. I’d recommend buying from a reputable brand like park tool or Topeak.
TranscendentPierce on
Go with Park Tool. You can order direct from their website and have it within just a few days.
SolemnDaniel on
These tools do work in a pinch. I bought a similar no-name tool like this and it worked about a dozen or so times to remove square taper cranks.
My main issue with these tools are the cheap handles they use (usually thin stamped steel). For stubborn cranks, the handle can be uncomfortable and don’t offer much leverage. The opening in the tool will also begin to deform over time.
As always, I would advise you clean the crank threads very well and to avoid cross-threading. If you have two adjustable wrenches with thin heads I would also advise you use those instead of the provided handle.
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Yes, but really cheap tools like this tend to be made with poor tolerances and cheap metal, which means it will not be durable and might not work well. I’d recommend buying from a reputable brand like park tool or Topeak.
Go with Park Tool. You can order direct from their website and have it within just a few days.
These tools do work in a pinch. I bought a similar no-name tool like this and it worked about a dozen or so times to remove square taper cranks.
My main issue with these tools are the cheap handles they use (usually thin stamped steel). For stubborn cranks, the handle can be uncomfortable and don’t offer much leverage. The opening in the tool will also begin to deform over time.
As always, I would advise you clean the crank threads very well and to avoid cross-threading. If you have two adjustable wrenches with thin heads I would also advise you use those instead of the provided handle.
ive bought this specific tool and it blows