FSA Omega Crank Removal Help
11-05-14, 11:48 PM
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FSA Omega Crank Removal Help
I'm trying to remove this FSA Omega crank, but I'm having trouble loosening the self-extracting bolt. I thought I was supposed to be turning counterclockwise to remove it, but I'm also confused by the direction on the ring. Can someone tell the correct way to remove this crank?
11-06-14, 04:36 AM
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The markings on the ring refers to how to remove the ring. Self-extracting bolts work the way you think. There's a flange around the bolt head which connects with the underside of the extractor ring and push the crank off. Your problem most likely comes from the mounting torque - 40 Nm, which is quite a lot.
11-06-14, 02:02 PM
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Yeah, self-extractors can fool you the first time you use them. The fixing bolt turns freely for a turn or so and then gets real tight again and new users thing something is wrong. Keep turning it and off comes the crank. BTW, a bit of grease on the underside of the outer ring and on the bolt head makes it easier the next time.
