Inherited a 2001 Trek 8000 MTB. Considering replacing the chainrings and crankarms for a conversion to Mid-Drive E-Bike. Would this be possible with a crank arm removal tool?
I am considering replacing the chainrings and crank arms even if I don't do a conversion to an ebike. However, I am considering a mid-drive conversion if the bike holds up. I know the general consensus is to only do so with disc brakes. The pads and brakes I have on this though have a lot of stopping power right now.
This is the closeup of the crank arm bolt on both sides: https://imgur.com/oou3ps0
Make: Trek Model: 8000 (Year 2000)
Bike overall: https://imgur.com/SMqlXlj
Would it be possible to do a replacement/conversion at home with a standard popup park tools stand and the wrench with the right crank arm remover/chainring remover?
Posted Sep 25, 2026, 10:57 PM UTC
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