Alex@Flawless Bikes Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 Not all cheap tools are totally crap, some can work better then the more exspensive one! However are there any tools that you would advise others to not touch with a 10ft barge poll! Here is my contribution... Never buy a multi-tool from asda becasue this will happen! Then again the cheap multi-tool from halford is good so point proven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willy wonka Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 my one from lidl is going strong and their german. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Cristoff Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 wilco's allen set, £1.99, its amazing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyman with a death wish Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 (edited) i haven't got one of these but they look very handy Includes.... Tyre repair kit Interchangable phillips/flat screwdriver Freewheel remover (Shimano compatable) 8x 10mm forged steel open ended wrench. Freewheel turner (chain whip) 30x 32x 36x 40 4-in-1 headset wrench 2 steel hub-cone wrenchs cotterless crank arm extractor (fits all axles) Forged 8-groove spoke adjuster 2 / 2.5 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6mm hex key wrench set (4/5/6mm ball-end) Adjustable bottom bracket cup tool 15/16 & 15/17 Pedal wrench Cartridge bottom bracket tool (Shimano type) 6" Adjustable steel wrench 3 steel tyre levers Bottom bracket & headset lockring tool Adjustable chain rivet extractor & assembler 9 Shimano compatable) 8mm hex key wrench (for crankarm removal) & 1/2" adaptor (for socket tools) http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Bike-Repair-Tool-Kit...1QQcmdZViewItemhttp://www.roadcyclinguk.com/review/review...224931540143296 Edited July 23, 2007 by crazyman with a death wish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mod Man Leo Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 All my tools are snap-onLardy-Daa!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyman with a death wish Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 All my tools are snap-onlucky bugger, bet that cost a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam O Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 Lucky for some! I'm stuck with Lidl allen key set, mine are as tough as butter on the stiff stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Duck Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 ... Asda......Lidl...Handy Hint: Buy tools from tool shops, and food from food shops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ConnorPowell Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 my one from lidl is going strong and their german.oh my god! i love this guy he buys tools from lidl Lidl tools ***!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Anscombe Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 also own a set of snap on.minto and love them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan6061 Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I got some Cyclo allen key set from Halfords...seems alright?I never break allen keys, I just lose them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaron chase Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 the most weakest tool is thorch key... and its not a cheap tool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willy wonka Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 Handy Hint: Buy tools from tool shops, and food from food shops.mine havnt broke. so why spend 3 times the ammount for the same thing?oh my god! i love this guy he buys tools from lidl Lidl tools ***!! sorry, im not gay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpson Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 Meh ive broken loads of allen keys not a big deal, still plenty of room to get some mole grips on there and pull it off! all my allen keys flex bit woop, used to use 6 foot poles to tighten up some bolts, things break not such a big deal! just pull it out and buy another cheap allen key! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Stig Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I never knew you were so strong Jeez thats pretty weak though I always say if you gonna get something might aswell pay the money for the real thing will last longer in the end!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simpson Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 I never knew you were so strong Jeez thats pretty weak though I always say if you gonna get something might aswell pay the money for the real thing will last longer in the end!!! Might as well pay 20p 5 times over than pay 1 pound for something, just becuase your garanetted to lose it! or im just f**king careless!! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James-M Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 Nothing like a good ol' £3 tool to round off your Magura bolts, wonderful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si-man Posted July 23, 2007 Report Share Posted July 23, 2007 All my tools are snap-onLardy-Daa!!halfords professional are better.Destroyed a snap on tap other day, 20mm one, 1st time using and it split in 2If you want good quality allen keys, buy Facom.One of the best makes you can get, use em al work, spot on.I use them loads and im a heavy handed b*****d at times and still not rounded! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskimo Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Handy Hint: Buy tools from tool shops, and food from food shops. I find cheap chain breakers are the worst. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadManMike Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 I use "Gorilla Proof" allens, they are damn good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mod Man Leo Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 lucky bugger, bet that cost a bitMy uncle gets em for free halfords professional are better.Destroyed a snap on tap other day, 20mm one, 1st time using and it split in 2If you want good quality allen keys, buy Facom.One of the best makes you can get, use em al work, spot on.I use them loads and im a heavy handed b*****d at times and still not rounded!The snap on alen keys i have have a unlimited lifetime garentee, Im sure that also has a garantee? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anzo Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 (edited) Snap on is bollocks mate, people buy it to 'brag' when in reality their no better than your average.Its a typical example of mass produced brand name over quality...like Jack Daniels over Southern Comfort And yes, they do have a lifetime garentee, under a billion terms and conditions no doubt. Edited July 24, 2007 by anzo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si-man Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Halfords professional also use a lifetime guarantee.Not broke any of their tools yet and i use them hard.Plus, its easier to get replacement parts as halfords are all over the place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomturd Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Buy cheap, buy twice. Advice for life that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eskimo Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Buy cheap, buy twice. Advice for life that.You mean at the same time? So you have a spare?Good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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