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Posted by: Bartlett 914 Aug 10 2011, 01:44 PM

I have been looking for a wrench to adjust my MPS. A "7mm Star" is called for. This is not Torx. I have looked and I cannot even properly identify what this form is. Does anyone have any information on what this is properly called and any sources for one? I really don't want to have to make one.

Posted by: type47 Aug 10 2011, 01:57 PM

If it's not a torx, then maybe it's a triple square or a "Ribe". I think Ribe fasteners are used on the brake calipers so maybe also on the MPS...

Posted by: Bartlett 914 Aug 10 2011, 02:29 PM

I don't think it is Ribe . I did find out a 7 mm hex with the corners cut down fits. I am closer. A torx and the Ribe have deeper flutes.

Posted by: r_towle Aug 10 2011, 02:50 PM

I think I made one out of a piece of square axle key stock from the hardware store....

Geoff has one he made, maybe he will post a picture.

Rich

Posted by: Bartlett 914 Aug 10 2011, 03:13 PM

Looks like making one is the answer. I'll post pictures if I make one. What an odd piece. I am guessing is is a very custom wrench to keep others out and not anything standard.

Posted by: JimN73 Aug 10 2011, 03:53 PM

They're available, try most FLAPS, ask for a 7 mm star bit.

I found a set of 5 bits for about $12.

Posted by: Bartlett 914 Aug 10 2011, 04:10 PM

I gave up and made one. The tool was described as "Star" but I think it isn't a Star. I tried everything and nothing fit. I spent about 3 times more time looking than making. I made this out of solid titanium.........Was that overkill?


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Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 10 2011, 04:23 PM

Hey Mark that's nice! If you decide to make a couple more I'll buy one!

Posted by: Jeff Bowlsby Aug 10 2011, 06:14 PM

Me too!