Originally Posted by
Homebrew01
I'm trying to remember if a different brand freewheel tool would work better .... for instance, I think the Dura-Ace remover had a ring around the 2 notches, so it would stay on better without slipping ..... just a thought that another brand might work better.
If the notches are intact, the Dura-Ace, Bicycle Research, or Campagnolo #704 freewheel tool are the best to use as they have the retaining ring to help prevent slippage.
Once the notches are damaged, it becomes very difficult to remove the freewheel in a non-destructive manner.