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Pedal Wrench size

SkiziridisSkiziridis Posts: 15
edited October 2010 in Workshop
Right guys , I am trying to change the pedals on Trek 1.2 with clipless pedals , what size of pedal wrench tool do I need to use?

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  • softladsoftlad Posts: 3,513
    15mm normally
  • SkiziridisSkiziridis Posts: 15
    thanks mate :)
  • Smokin JoeSmokin Joe Posts: 2,706
    Mole grips.
  • father_jackfather_jack Posts: 3,509
    Don't see the point of pedal spanners, I just use a 15mm regular spanner.
    Say... That's a nice bike..
    Trax T700 with Lew Racing Pro VT-1 ;-)
  • softladsoftlad Posts: 3,513
    Father Jack wrote:
    Don't see the point of pedal spanners, I just use a 15mm regular spanner.

    pedal spanners are narrower and there may not always be clearance for a regular spanner. That is the 'point' of them...
  • father_jackfather_jack Posts: 3,509
    Never had that problem.
    Say... That's a nice bike..
    Trax T700 with Lew Racing Pro VT-1 ;-)
  • Chris JamesChris James Posts: 1,040
    Father Jack wrote:
    Don't see the point of pedal spanners, I just use a 15mm regular spanner.

    For many (most?) crank / pedal combos then using a standard 15mm has a high risk of scratching your cranks (if you can even get access).

    Sometimes, and depending on the pedal, you can get them off with a allen key.

    I think a pedal spanner is a worthwhile investment though. They last for even and give good leverage too.
  • Rodrego HernandezRodrego Hernandez Posts: 1,436
    Allen keys work just fine - you shouldn't do pedals up too tight. Using a pedal spanner for 'leverage' is a bad idea, they can be a pain to get off if overtightened. I just do them hand-tight with an allen key and never have a problem.
  • Chris JamesChris James Posts: 1,040
    Rodrego Hernandez wrote:
    Allen keys work just fine - you shouldn't do pedals up too tight. Using a pedal spanner for 'leverage' is a bad idea, they can be a pain to get off if overtightened. I just do them hand-tight with an allen key and never have a problem.

    I was thinking about leverage to get off, not on.

    Steel axles can easy bind into alloy cranks, even if well greased before installation.
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