Any question answered...

http://www.newmantools.com/taps/bsp.htm

Ta.

Now where can I get one of these in copper or steel - preferably 22mm (ish) outer diamter.

Found one. EUR 800. maybe not then.

Speaking of torque wrenches: What affordable torque wrench should I buy?

This looks like a bit of a faff: http://www.topeak.com/products/Homeshop-Tools/combotorq_bit_set

I got this one from Superstar for low-range work (was half-price at Crimbo).

You'll find the same wrench rebranded elsewhere, but the included bits varies.

I've got this for high-range work.

I can't remember where from, but around £25.

Both have certificates of calibration.

The Topeak works well enough for occasional use: I had one, but needed something more precise to use on other people's bikes.

I got the same one as the Superstar you listed but in a slightly cheaper case for $36. Took a while as I ordered it from China, but it works just fine. Not sure about its accuracy though, but I suspect it to be identical to the Superstar one.

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/1-4-DR-2-14Nm-bike-torque-wrench-set-Bicycle-repair-tools-kit-ratchet-machanical-torque/1941260442.html?ws_ab_test=201407_3,201444_6,201409_4

Something

Best cheap cheap cheap crankset, prefer all black. I guess SA would be my best bet, or is there something decent for less money?

I got one of these, came with a certificate of calibration, seems ok, range is sufficient for most bike stuff http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000RO1ZCG/ref=pe_385721_37986871_TE_item

You'll need a set of bits if you don't have one, it's a 3/8" square drive

Might be worth asking M & O Plumbers Merchants Ltd on Goswell Road

Can't find information on the correct torque for the seatpost, is 5nm standard torque for carbon posts?

Up to 5Nm, if it will hold at less then use less. I try 3.8Nm and work from there

I'm on my 4th year abusing privateers. My only bike shoes. No signs of backing down.

Just tightened it to around 4 - 5nm...holy shit I would've gone at least twice as tight if I didn't use a torque wrench.

This is why the torque wrench is essential when using plastic parts.

This is probably the closest you will get https://www.mytub.co.uk/yorks-yp50-22mm-equal-cross-product-318746

These are known as Yorkshire fittings

Do Raceblade Longs fit under tracknuts?

Software where I can make simple vector text and shapes ? Free and Mac

Inkscape?

You know teabags? Why don't they have coffee bags?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lyons-Gourmet-Italian-Coffee-Bags/dp/B009ZARG5S

The reviewers seem to be enthusiastic, but surprised they're not more widely available.

Who's suppressing coffee bags at a distribution level?

#coffeebagcoverup

coffee thread >>>>>

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Coats-Polyester-Sewing-Thread-colour/dp/B00M0T3KK6

HAPPY FRIDAY!

Does anyone have an old Tektro lever they'd part with, so I can have the hinge bolt from it?

Or, failing that, a black RL720, left hand?