Conrod Bolt Size

[Tony_T]

I need a multi spline tool for my big end bolts.
Can someone tell me what size I need?
An 8mm allen key fits in there, so I guess it's 8mm? Or is multi spline different sizing?
Thanks in advance for any advice.  

[Rob Valdez 79 R65]

It is a special tool.

Here is one source.  It is the cheapest & has no socket:

http://www.northwoodsairheads.com/Tools.html





This is the next inexpensive, it does have a socket (but no picture):

http://www.cycleworks.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=29_33_51&products_id=27



And finally, if cost is no object and you want the finest, Snap-On:

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?item_ID=3272&group_ID=378




I don't know if Sears sells one or not.

Here you can see the guys on BMWMOA yacking about it:
http://www.bmwmoa.org/forum/showthread.php?t=32759
Further down in the discussion, there is some talk about what size it might be.


Here is a good post on ADVrider on what NOT to buy!
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=9931722&postcount=279


Google is so cool.

[Tony_T]

Hey Rob, the next time I want to know something, I'll just email you!!  
Thanks a lot mate.
So, it's 12mm. Weird that an 8mm allen key fits..........
Anyway, that's great. I'll go into town tomorrow and grab one.  8-)

[Rob Valdez 79 R65]

Hey Rob, the next time I want to know something, I'll just email you!!

WRONG!

Ask it here, so all can benefit.

[Tony_T]

I was only joking, Rob.
Sorry.