At some point I somehow managed to break my crank puller. The round head that pushes against the axle has come off.
Can I get a replacement handle / fix it myself or do I just need to buy a new tool?
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1I doubt that replacement parts are available. A machinist might be able to drill holes to allow the cap to be screwed on, but the effort is probably not worth it.– Daniel R HicksCommented Apr 30, 2019 at 17:23
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1Park offer a limited lifetime warranty and I assume this would constitute a defect, but also counts on having the proof of purchase... and who keeps those amirite!?– SwiftyCommented Apr 30, 2019 at 18:15
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Given they seem to be about $15 US at various online US retailers, the cost to repair is probably more than just buying a new one.– Andrew HenleCommented Apr 30, 2019 at 21:11
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Did it break during normal usage as a crank puller? Or were you using it for something else outside the design intent?– Criggie ♦Commented May 1, 2019 at 1:03
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no criggie. I swear I respect my bike tools! I can't say the some for the general tools though. I must of dropped it at some point or something.– AgeisCommented May 1, 2019 at 9:49
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I would contact Park Tool's customer service and inquire about warranty replacement. Their hand tools have a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects to the original purchaser.
I suggest this could be a good excuse to buy a new bike with two piece cranks, so you that you won’t need that crank puller.
Sincerely,
The Bike Industry
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i just spent just under a grand on full suspension my parents are going to kill me.– AgeisCommented May 1, 2019 at 9:48
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