#Bike workshop basics driver#

The new props can be used to decorate corners of your city They provide a colorful modern look to your city and allow you to put a personal touch on your pedestrian areas.

These can be found in the Pedestrian Area Plazas tab. These can be used with small or large roads, and are placeable on both pedestrian streets and regular roads.īut plazas aren’t the only way to decorate an area! We’ve also included 23 new props and 20 new decals. Plazas and Promenades offer lots of variation to beautify your cityĪs the plazas were designed with pedestrian streets in mind, several of them are placed across the road, providing decoration on both sides. They provide your citizens and tourists with entertainment, whether used inside a pedestrian area or anywhere else in the city. Some of these are available as soon as you create your first pedestrian area, while others require you to reach certain goals before unlocking. Plazas and Promenades adds 10 new plazas, which can be found in the Pedestrian Areas menu under Parks & Plazas. Today is all about the new plazas & high capacity service buildings coming in this expansion, so let’s get to it. If you’re after something that covers your allen key and Torx key needs in single package, Pedro’s 10-piece hex and Torx wrench set for $155 will do the job nicely for years to come with T shaped 2-8mm allen keys, and T10-T30 Torx keys stored in a handy pouch.Alright mayors, it’s time for another Dev Diary as we count down to the release of Plazas and Promenades.

A 3-way Torx Wrench from Park Tool with 10mm, 25mm, and 30mm bits will set you back $29.99.

#Bike workshop basics driver#

This is where a three-way driver like the Prestacycle offering could also come in handy with a few Torx bits. A decent set of Torx keys won’t set you back much money, but at the absolute minimum a T25 is an essential tool for rotor bolts and SRAM components such as a matchmaker clamp. Torx keys have been popping up more and more over the last ten years, particularly on SRAM components. Whilst having the ability to use any bit size and keep using the tool when the bits wear, a fixed 4mm/5mm/6mm three way is a handy tool to have. One such example is the Prestacycle 3-way bits tool, which retails for $34.95. Most tool brands offer set combinations (for example 4mm, 5mm, and 6mm keys), and there are also three ways that use bits, and therefore you can use any size head with them. They do a 1.5mm to 10mm ball ended set for $57.99.Īnother handy option when it comes to allen keys is a three-way tool. Something from the likes of Park Tool isn’t going to break the bank or round your bolts. Also, like your workstand, don’t go for the cheapest option.

Tools with a ball end are handy for bolts in awkward positions. Aim for a set that has options from 1.5mm through to 10mm. Like your workstand, allen keys are a tool you’ll use all the time. You can organise the drawers, so you always know where everything is, and the space on the bench means you’ll spend less time on your hands and knees retrieving parts and tools. If you’ve got the space and budget, a dedicated work bench with drawers makes a world of difference. Something like Pedro's Burrito Tool Roll is very user friendly. You can also hang the Burrito Tool Kit over your newly acquired stand, which is easier for workflow if you don’t have a dedicated bench setup. Pedro’s Burrito Tool Kit is a great option if you’re after a more comprehensive range of tools from the off at $410 (it includes additional tools like cable cutters, pedal wrench, flat head screwdriver, a chain checker, and a disc wrench). Park Tool’s Home Mechanic Starter Kit will get you going with a nice spread of tools from $282.99, although the tools come in a case rather than a roll. Most tool brands offer kits, and they’re usually more economical than buying each tool individually. Purchasing a tool kit with all the common tools in it serves the double purpose of keeping your tools in one place, and not needing to have a dedicated bench setup. So, you’ve got your bike in the stand, and now it’s time to get fixing! A work bench or a tool kit that hangs off your stand is going to save your back, and you’ll spend less time on the floor looking for that rotor bolt you put down 10 seconds ago. A solid workstand with an adjustable clamp is a must.