Looking for a center lock socket

Did people really want centerlock rotors?

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Compared to 6 torx bolts? Yes. Also, there is other technology at play here with Shimano rotors beyond the bolts.

But if you want to go there, did people really need a mass produced mountain bike when they could just cobble something together on a Schwinn Excelsior?

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Yes, the reason was already stated.

Tossedsalad wrote;

Because people wanted lock on rotors on thru axle front hubs and you can’t fit a thru axle through what was the standard size.

As it turns out, no local bike shops had the tool! Back to square one.

This week I’ll try and make what I need I suppose!


Picture for reference.

Ugh, that lockring looks pooched. I’d help you out if I could.

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