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08-10-20 | 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by noglider

I've tried the Sheldon method, and it never worked for me. The bolt turns even after tightening the nut. What am I doing wrong?

For clockwise removal, use the hex on the outside of the BB. For counter clockwise, use the inner hex. Both tighten but in opposite directions from the cup reference.
I also fouhd heat on the cup only, then cooling will help.

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