Thread: Easiest way to remove rounded-out cleat bolts?
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Old 11-19-19 | 06:15 PM
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The wax trick is great. I'll do that. Also, be really careful when putting in the allen key. 4mm allen keys are tricky, and 3mm shouldn't even exist. Also, remove and regrease your cleat bolts every year as a preventive measure.
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