Removing self extracting crank bolts

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Can anyone tell me how to remove the self-extracting bolts from shimano octalink era cranks? the type with the two small holeseither side of the bolt. What kind of tool is required?
 
I think there is a dedicated tool for these, but I just use a small adjustable pin spanner bought on ebay for about a fiver.
 
mmm ta, I tried my pin spanner (didn't know it was called that until now) that I bought to fit a royce BB but the pins are too big. I can't find any on ebay with pins less than 4mm, except a £60 one :?
 
I can't remember where I bought mine or what exactly they were called :?

I think someone on here sent me a link, so there might be a thread somewhere... will have a look if I get a minute!
 
Just checked the chainring bolt tool I have. Luckily no prongs or I'd be kicking myself now. Parktool on it's way via trusty old ebay.
 

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