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Unread 05-12-2008, 06:21 AM
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No more bitching I promise... So lets get to work!



What do you say, make a list.
  • Tools for taking wheels on and off:
  • Allan drive sockets
  • Big wheel nut sockets
  • 10mm socket for brake rotors
  • Hammerite tough spray paint (my bolts needed a dip)
  • Synthetic grease
  • Torque wrench
  • Cleaning TOols:
  • Eagle 1 Chrome & Wire Spray Cleaner (acid)
  • Meguiars Wax (or whatever you use)
  • Toothbrush
  • Acid brush
  • Soft t-shirt to cut up for rags
  • Spray bottle with water in it
Here is a shot of my snazzy new allen drive sockets. They are a MUST when working on Aprilias. Just go buy some because you need them so you can put them on a torque wrench and apply the proper force. I got this small set for $40 off the tool truck.



You can see the bolts for both front and rear rotors that I had already painted with a tough coat of Hammerite. I just run them through the wire wheel to get off any corrosion before hand. Tomorrow they will be nice and dry, ready to install.
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