Bicycle Mechanics - Old bike, how do I remove the crank thingy?

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Mela la
08-26-04, 10:22 PM
I'm building a low rider and having problems removing the crank. This is my frist time working with bikes.
I'm also having problems removing the handelbars and forks of an old schwin, eaither way I turn the ring it's tightening (I'm a not so good speller). please help me....

Mela la
08-26-04, 11:02 PM
It came off, messing around with the bearings and help from my boyfriend...
still need some advice on taking the handelbars off...
gorn
08-27-04, 06:45 AM
Use an allen wrench to loose the stem, then it seems like they are still stuck, give it a gentle but firm hit with a hammer (right on the bolt you just loosened).

The way the stem stays in place is it has a piece that is pulled up when you tighten the bolt, and that sometimes sticks just by friction.