What tools do I need to remove crankset?
Getting Started
- Appropriate wrench to remove crank bolt/nut: CCW-5 Crank Wrench. Hex wrench. MW-SET. 2 Combination Wrenches. PAW-12 Adjustable Wrench.
- Crank puller: CCP-22 for square taper cranks. CCP-44 for splined cranks. CWP-7 – universal fit.
- Torque wrench.
- Thread preparation: ASC-1. PPL-1.
- Rags.
Are there different size crank pullers?
There is no road versus mountain distinction with crank pullers. One size of extractor thread has been used on the vast majority of cranks for a long time, M22x1. There are several older sizes on cranks made by T/A, Stronglight, and possibly some more obscure ones, all of which need their own extractors.
Are crank arm pullers universal?
The universal design of the CWP-7 has a rotating tip pressed into each end of the tool (11.3mm and 16.3mm) so it will remove both square taper and splined (ISIS Drive™, Octalink®) crank arms. Also fits BNI cranks on Bosch® e-bikes.
Do you need a crank puller?
Do I Need A Crank Puller? Yes, there are ways to remove cranks without the crank puller but they will almost certainly do a lot of damage. There is no reason not to buy a crank puller as they a fairly prices starting from $8.99 upwards.
What is square taper crankset?
Traditional cotterless cranksets use a tapered square spindle (axle) end. The sides of the end taper at a 2 degree angle compared to the centerline, 4 degrees compared to each other. Square, tapered end of cotterless crank spindle with fixing bolt and washer.
When do you need to remove a crank?
Cranks may be removed to replace cranks or chainrings, service the bottom bracket bearings, or to clean the chainrings. Crank systems have become more complex in recent years.
What kind of crankset does Campagnolo use?
Ultra-Torque™ is a proprietary crankset system used by Campagnolo® and Fulcrum®. With this system, both the left and right crank arms are fitted with one-half of the spindle system, with teeth machined into each spindle end.
Do you need a crank puller for Shimano FSA?
Many Shimano® and some FSA® cranksets use a two-piece compression slotted system. These have a left crank arm with a compression slot that is secured by two pinch bolts and a right crank arm with an integrated spindle. These systems use external bearing cups and do not need a conventional crank puller.
What kind of crankset is power torque?
The Power-Torque™ crank uses a spindle integrated into the drive side crank. The left side crank is removed to get to the bearings or to remove the right crank. Ultra-Torque™ is a proprietary crankset system used by Campagnolo® and Fulcrum®.