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    2. cianse on

      I had this issue for months by using a low quality Amazon tool and assumed that’s just how annoying BBs are. I then tried a park tools one and I can’t express how much easier it was

    3. damplamb on

      I would guess that something is in the spline on the bb. Not uncommon for small stones to get lodged in there. Use a straight pick to clean everything out and try again.

    4. psyentologists on

      I think it’s a combination of a low quality tool and an inability to get purchase.

      The first thing anyone removing a bottom bracket like this should do it dispense with Allen keys, sockets, or whatever else they have that fits on the end of the tool, and [get one of these](https://www.amazon.com/Pedros-Socket-Holder-Tool-Splined/dp/B07CRMRJ48) (or make their own). Use the socket holder to affix the splined tool firmly in place and use a large adjustable wrench to tighten or loosen the BB.

    5. goodenuffiguess on

      Find a long bolt that will thread into the bb end. Pass that bolt (probably in conjunction w a washer) through your tool and securely attach it to the bb. This will keep the tool from shifting and likely cause all the splines to engage fully. Then use a large adjustable wrench (and a cheater bar if necessary) to break the bb loose. Non- drive side first. This is how I loosen stubborn sq taper bb’s. Your tool may be just fine once it is attached to the bb more securely.

    6. Diogenes256 on

      I don’t know if this would work on a BB, but… I have used a skewer to hold the cassette tool on a rear wheel to loosen the lock ring. Might help if it works.

    7. turbo451 on

      At the very last second of the video it appears there may be a spacer on the spindle that the tool is contacting, preventing full engagement.

    8. driplord207 on

      Buy a park tools tool. Those amazon tools are junk. I learned my lesson and never buy anything from Amazon anymore unless its PT.

    9. Own-Flatworm-971 on

      I have used a large C clamp to hold the tool and ratchet in place. This prevents the tool from slipping out.

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