Originally Posted by
maddog34
i was just stating a possible option... creating your own "plug" is the concept.. a dime is indeed too large, by about 1.2mm
the CCP-44 "plug" is right at 16.68mm dia,, for the record.
i'll keep using the correct tool for the job, and rely on patience to hopefully avoid ruining parts.
Just posted it so the OP doesn't try it and apply enough force to damage the threads for the remover, or 'smash' the end of the interface in the alum. crankarm.
A 'plug' in the 15.5mm-17mm range seems about right for V1 Octalink.