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Front axle tool
I have just fitted a tool tube to the XTR, and I am now putting together a tool roll for this year's expeditions. Most of what I need I have got, but I have nothing to remove the front axle. It needs a 14mm Allen key, but mine only go up to 10mm. I have a spindle key that I bought for the Sprint, but the smallest hex on that is 19mm. As far as I can see, there is nothing in the OEM tool kit that will serve. (That is a serious omission on a bike designed for trail use, IMO.)
What do other people do? Easy enough to buy a 14mm Allen key, but that's a big old lump to carry round on the off-chance. A 14mm bit to suit a 3/8" drive ratchet would be neater and lighter and could be used with a torque wrench, but I haven't seen one yet. Any ideas?
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