Author Topic: Bike build tools  (Read 1808 times)

JejaVerMa

Bike build tools
« on: December 16, 2025, 09:01:45 AM »
Hi guys,

I've ordered Ostro Vam 2.0 replica and now I need to also order tools to assemble the bike.

Below is my list.

BB tool - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005009460602066.html
Fork cutting tool - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007259504216.html
Internal routing kit - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005010376274979.html
Cable dampener - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007393757799.html
Brake bleeding kit - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004050463751.html
Chain cutter - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004971858777.html
Cassette sprocket - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005797891396.html
Shimano cassette removal tool - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008606199083.html
Brake hose needle driver - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006904541797.html

I need to also add torque wrench, if anyone has a recommendation.

Am I missing anything special?






JJx

Re: Bike build tools
« Reply #1 on: December 16, 2025, 12:52:39 PM »
Off the top of my head:
Star nut installation tool
Head set cup press

Sometimes it's hard to know until you need the tool.

kbernstein

Re: Bike build tools
« Reply #2 on: December 16, 2025, 01:00:52 PM »
Off the top of my head:
Star nut installation tool
Head set cup press

Sometimes it's hard to know until you need the tool.

????? its a carbon road bike

Merry

Re: Bike build tools
« Reply #3 on: December 16, 2025, 01:31:36 PM »
Hi guys,

I've ordered Ostro Vam 2.0 replica and now I need to also order tools to assemble the bike.

Below is my list.

BB tool - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005009460602066.html
Fork cutting tool - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007259504216.html
Internal routing kit - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005010376274979.html
Cable dampener - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007393757799.html
Brake bleeding kit - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004050463751.html
Chain cutter - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004971858777.html
Cassette sprocket - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005797891396.html
Shimano cassette removal tool - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008606199083.html
Brake hose needle driver - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006904541797.html

I need to also add torque wrench, if anyone has a recommendation.

Am I missing anything special?

Carbon grip paste, grease (marine, lithium, whatever - lots of greases out there. I personally use marine) and absolutely any torque wrench will be fine, so long you have the correct bits. I can recommend WorkPro though, has all of the bits you need and it cost me $40 CAD. It's on sale right now for $30 CAD.

AND SHOP RAGS AND NITRILE GLOVES. Bicycles are really dirty. You'll get nasty crap on your hands as you're working / cleaning the bike, and you'll appreciate them. I keep a pair of nitrile gloves in my saddle-bag for all purposes - you can wear them as you're changing a flat, fixing your chain OR if the weather is too cold - you can even wear them as a temporary layer under your gloves to help insulate heat if your hands are cold.

Edit: Forgot to mention, you need a chain wear checker. Replacing your chain regularly will extend the life of your drive-train greatly.
« Last Edit: December 16, 2025, 01:46:24 PM by Merry »