In this article I want to highlight a must have item on every home mechanic’s workbench: Hazet 197-3 Magnetic Cup. When you are working on your bikes, you want to have a safe storage space for bolts, washers and other small parts that could get lost. The Hazet Magnetic Cup can be used in horizontal … Read more
In this article I will review the Hazet 2162M Mini Grease Gun that I have on my work bench since the early 2000’s. While it started to lubricate my Speedplay Zero Stainless pedals it has grown into an allround product that is helpful in many use case, where precision application is required.
The Hazet 863P 1/4″ reversible ratchet is in my toolbox for a long time. I have a set of Hazet reversible ratchets with 1/2″, 3/8″ and 1/4″ sockets. Reliable, well engineered and very useful to have in the tool cabinet of a home mechanic. I will briefly compare with the Wera Zyklop 8000 series ratchet.
In this article I will briefly review the Hazet 2262 screwdriver with 1/4″ bitholder tip and storage compartment for 5 bits. I use the Hazet 2262 in combination with my PB Swiss Tools box of precision bits. If I manuall want to tighten or loosen bolts or screw, the Hazet 2262 is my default tool … Read more
In this article I will review the Wera Zyklop 8000 series Speed ratchets. The 1/4″ Wera Zyklop 8000 A, the 3/8″ Wera Zyklop 8000 B and the Wera Zyklop 8000 C for 1/2″ sockets. Wera is a well known German tool brand, and I will do a brief comparison with a Hazet 916SP ratchet.
In this article I will share my experience with the Wera 8011 Zyklop Mini 4 Bit ratchet, which is a fine-tooth 1/4″ bit ratchet, that has a 1/4″ bit-end as well so I can be used in combination with your preferred bit holder. I really like the Zyklop Mini 4 because you can work in … Read more
In this article I will share my thoughts about the Workshop Grease Syringe from Supersonic Parts, a small company in the South of Germany. It is a 30 ml. Workshop Grease Syringe with two dosing brushes for easy application. A professional grease syringe like this is the perfect complement for the Hazet 2162M Mini Grease … Read more
In this article will I share my thoughts about Morgan Blue Calcium Grease in a 200cc container. It is another great product from the Belgian brand Morgan Blue, ideal for assembly of bike parts and components. I will try to compare with Motorex Bike Grease 2000 and Morgan Blue Aquaproof Paste.
In this article I will explain why I’ve purchased the Unior Tools Crowfoot 1725/2CF open end wrench in combination with the Shimano TL-FC41 Tool for Direct Mount Chainring. When you replace or change a direct mount chainring, this crowfoot from Unior Tools will help you torque the lock-ring to specification.
In this article I will review the BSCTools Chain Breaker Tool, a high quality workshop-grade Chain Tool that is cleverly build with the BSCTools Screwdriver SDH-1 handle as the foundation. The BSCTools Chain Breaker Tool works with all Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo chains (you can get an extra breaker pin for that).