Originally Posted by
albrt
Seems like the alloy threads on the hub might be softer than the brassy threads inside the freewheel. Is there something I am not getting about the hammering technique that avoids damage to the hub?
EDIT: this turned out to be easier than I expected, once I figured out that the cover is reverse threaded.
I don't know whether to be horrified or amused.
Did you get the usual Destroyer of Componentry to assist you in this cruel act?