Originally Posted by
gecho
You might be able to open the lock ring with a large flat screw driver and some light taping with a hammer (forward to loosen). Putting it back on you'd want to use the correct tool. The bearings inside might be loose or caged.
If you decide to just get a cartridge BB which is better sealed for riding in poor weather you could get just that tool.
I'm sorry I missed it. So to get that lock ring off I don't need any additional tools? I can just hit it with screwdriver/hammer and unlock BB. But I think I still need a BB removal tool to get it out, just unlocking it is not enough.
And if I buy a new BB, will it have a new lock ring? And what tool would I need to lock it again.