Bosch Spider Tool alternative

[Gubbins]

Does anyone know of an alternative to this? I don't really want to buy one for just a once a year job, and looking on you-tube the vid using a big wrench doesn't look too cool either.
Any advice appreciated...

 

[RobF]

I can't see the point of trying to bodge the job for the sake of six quid:

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-tools-crank-extractor/rp-prod10181

 

[Gubbins]

I can't see the point of trying to bodge the job for the sake of six quid:

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-tools-crank-extractor/rp-prod10181

No, I have one of those.. Its the tool to remove the chain ring £35 or so

 

[Artstu]

I've used one of these, but with the ends pointing inwards, I can't seem to find one online,it's a Park tool similar to this.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Park-Tool-SPA1C-Cycle-Bike-Mechanic-Bicycle-Bottom-Bracket-Cup-Pin-Spanner/310844889623?_trksid=p2045573.c100033.m2042&_trkparms=aid=111000&algo=REC.RVI&ao=1&asc=20840&meid=5624658139475800207&pid=100033&prg=9297&rk=2&rkt=4&sd=181337526533

 

[Gubbins]

Its this one..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bosch-OEM-Genuine-Spider-Tool-Classic-eBike-Electric-Bike-Crank-Drive-Motor-/321314934557?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item4acfdccf1d

 

[RobF]

Its this one..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bosch-OEM-Genuine-Spider-Tool-Classic-eBike-Electric-Bike-Crank-Drive-Motor-/321314934557?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item4acfdccf1d

I didn't use the tool.

I tapped the ring around with a blunt screwdriver and a hammer.

Came off no bother at all.

It is plastic, by the way.

 

[Artstu]

I didn't use the tool.

I tapped the ring around with a blunt screwdriver and a hammer.

Came off no bother at all.

It is plastic, by the way.

Early ones are metal. tapping it round is a good option, it's a lefthand thread isn't it?

 

[Gubbins]

Early ones are metal. tapping it round is a good option, it's a lefthand thread isn't it?

Never been much good with the hammer spanner...

 

[RobF]

Early ones are metal. tapping it round is a good option, it's a lefthand thread isn't it?

Yes.

 

[Martin@e-bikeshop]

Hi,

The tool is only £29.99 on my website here - http://www.e-bikeshop.co.uk/bosch-spider-tool

It's the sort of tool that is only used once but makes your life 100times easier when you have it.

The amount of plastic lock rings I sell because people have 'mashed' up their current one and probably scratched the in the process.

At current we have only the performance tools in stock. I am expecting another 30 spider tools in when they are back in stock with Bosch.

Regards
Martin

 

[Gubbins]

Hi,

The tool is only £29.99 on my website here - http://www.e-bikeshop.co.uk/bosch-spider-tool

It's the sort of tool that is only used once but makes your life 100times easier when you have it.

The amount of plastic lock rings I sell because people have 'mashed' up their current one and probably scratched the in the process.

At current we have only the performance tools in stock. I am expecting another 30 spider tools in when they are back in stock with Bosch.

Regards
Martin

Thanks Martin.

 

[Clockwise]

Isn't is just one of these?

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-tools-bb-tool-8-prong/rp-prod74219

 

[Gubbins]

Isn't is just one of these?

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-tools-bb-tool-8-prong/rp-prod74219

Just tried to ask them a question but gave up trying after 20 mins of going round in circles on the CR website. Might try lbs... Thanks for the suggestion.

 

[Martin@e-bikeshop]

It is 100% not that tool on CRC.
The Bosch spider tool, is only available from BOSCH.

Regards
Martin

 

[Gubbins]

It is 100% not that tool on CRC.
The Bosch spider tool, is only available from BOSCH.

Regards
Martin

Looking like I will have to spend the £30. When they are back in stock.....

 

[Martin@e-bikeshop]

Expecting a big load shortly, however the Germans have not given me an expected so looking like at least a couple weeks.

I do have spare spider lock rings in though, should you end up using the screwdriver in the meantime.

Regards
Martin

 

[Gubbins]

Expecting a big load shortly, however the Germans have not given me an expected so looking like at least a couple weeks.

I do have spare spider lock rings in though, should you end up using the screwdriver in the meantime.

Regards
Martin

No rush... I only want to take the stone guard off to clean it out... First post.. Hole in front of casing...

 

[Martin@e-bikeshop]

No worries.
May be worth logging your order, just so your in the queue to receive when they do arrive.
http://www.e-bikeshop.co.uk/eBike-Spare-Parts

Regards
Martin

 

[wissy]

Need to tighten mine but how does the pedal 'leg' come off for spider tool to fit. Had it come loose twice now and nice farmer happened to help me on Wednesday with tightening it with a big wrench.. Ironically my brand new spider tool was at home. It is now packed with the bike.. BUT I undid the bolt on pedal leg but leg would not come off??

 

[Artstu]

Need to tighten mine but how does the pedal 'leg' come off for spider tool to fit. Had it come loose twice now and nice farmer happened to help me on Wednesday with tightening it with a big wrench.. Ironically my brand new spider tool was at home. It is now packed with the bike.. BUT I undid the bolt on pedal leg but leg would not come off??

You need a puller like Rob posted in post 2.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-tools-crank-extractor/rp-prod10181