Originally Posted by
corrado33
This is also the best way I've found to do it. You need a BB removal tool that has flats on the outside though. Bolt the BB tool to the BB using the crank bolt threading, then turn the tool with a large crescent wrench.
You're lucky that your bike uses the BB tool. Try getting a stuck fixed cup out of a bike that uses the old, non-sealed bearings. It's virtually impossible.
I've used a very similar method for those BB's that use the PARK HCW-4 tool.
One whack with the 4 lb. hammer and it's loose.