Thread: Should I remove fixed cup?
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Old 03-08-21 | 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Spellscape
Hi all
Should I remove fixed cup if I don't intend to change BB now, it's stuck and only reason for this is just to remove it and lubricate threads. It's not rusted in any way.
Yes, always, period.
For the exact reasons you list.

Randy's method is good, I have a different foolproof setup as well, PM if interested.

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