Cone wrenches need to be thin enough to fit on hub cones without being so flimsy they flex under load. The Park Tool DCW-2 Double Ended Cone Wrench hits that balance with stamped steel construction that's thin enough for the tight clearances between cone and locknut while maintaining enough rigidity to actually apply torque. The two sizes on a single tool means fewer wrenches cluttering your bench when you're servicing hubs.

Hub cones require precise adjustment because they set the bearing preload for the entire wheel. Too tight and the bearings bind, creating drag and accelerating wear. Too loose and you get play that translates to a wobbly wheel and premature bearing failure. The DCW-2 gives you the 15mm and 16mm sizes that cover a significant portion of front and rear hubs, particularly older Shimano designs and many house-brand hubs found on entry-level bikes. The openings are precision-stamped to sit flat on the cone flats without rounding or slipping.

The double-ended design keeps the tool count down, but it also gives you leverage options. The longer span between the two heads provides more moment arm than a single-ended wrench of the same length, which helps when breaking loose cones that have been in place for years. The stamped steel is finished with Park Tool's standard blue coating for corrosion resistance and easy identification in a crowded tool drawer.... Read More