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Old 09-29-14 | 07:25 AM
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Originally Posted by RoadGuy
But more importantly, why are you trying to take the cups off?

If you want to service the BB, just remove the adjustable cup and pull the axle. You can get the bearings from the drive side out the adjustable cup side. No need to pull the fixed cup out, unless you are replacing the BB.
+1 this. Unless the bottom bracket needs to be completely replaced, don't bother removing the fixed cup. Clean it in place and pack with fresh balls and grease.
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