Hi all,

I have searched the net and this forum's archives but can't seem to find the info I need to help me remove an Ultegra crank.

The sitiuation is this:

Currently have an Ultegra Triple set up and I want to swap it out and put on my Ultegra double set up.

Early problems developed last night when I couldn't preform the simple manuever of removing the crankset and arms.

I have a 2002 Ultegra crank set and it has the auto extracter bolts. I went to one of my LBSs and asked what tools I would need. They said I would only need 8mm hex if I had the auto extracters. But it appears that I need some sort of tool to remove the auto extracter cap. Do I?

PROBLEM - When I loosen the 8mm hex bolt on the right side of the crank it only loosens for about 3/4 turn then begins to tighten again. Same with the left side.

What am I doing wrong? I didn't want to force it because I'm afraid of breaking something.

Thanks,

Homebrew