Originally Posted by
cyclist2000
or a bench vise to hold the freewheel tool
And turn the wheel counter clockwise. Use the qr lever to hold the freewheel tool in place so it doesn't slip out. make the qr lever almost tight, with a small wiggle. After the freewheel breaks loose 1/2 turn or so, you can remove the qr & continue unscrewing the freewheel.