SRAM Red Crank Installation - BB Tool question

brettjmcc

I got my new SRAM Red cranks through yesterday for a build I am planning.

In the instructions it says to use a Park Tools BBT9 tool to install the BB.

Can I use any Shimano BB tool instead, as I am thinking of getting a tool kit, as I also need a proper pedal wrench etc... but I don't want to shell out for a Park Tool kit!

I was looking at something like:

1/ http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/Bike+Shop ... it_327.htm

2/ http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/Bike+Shop ... t_1703.htm

Thanks much

Pseudonym

if it's the GXP BB, then any of the shimano spec tools will fit...

brettjmcc

Yes, sorry its the GXP BB

ex-pat scot

Then my Shimano tool works fine on the GXP BBs. (well did yesterday on a Force one, and I presume RED is the same).

brettjmcc

Yep, I will be using the Team GXP BB, not the Red Ceramic one. I got a deal on the cranks and it means if I use the Foce BB I can have the cranks and BB installed for under £200

Thanks for the replies