Bottom Bracket removal

Posted on Sat 1st, September 2012

• #1

t1m3

Anyone in London that can help me remove a bottom bracket?

Its an Italian Thread in an MX Leader

Had a mobile mechanic take it away with no success

happy to pay

Thanks in advance
• #2

Pistanator

Stating the obvious but you've tried a BB tool I take it? How come it won't come off?
• #3

t1m3

i havent as such as i dont have the tool. had a professional mechanic try and remove it with the tool and try over two days
• #4

t1m3

a mobile mechanic
• #5

Pistanator

2 days?? It wasn't Edscoble was it?
• #6

t1m3

nope it wasn't, wont mention names but yes very frustrating........getting the bike returned this afternoon
• #7

t1m3

Heres a picture dont know if it will help

http://flic.kr/p/d3vCR3
• #8

rodabod

What make/model is the BB?
• #9

t1m3

I think it's shimano Italian thread
• #10

rodabod

I have a Shimano BB tool and a mahoosive adjustable spanner if that helps. Based on Hackney Road.

Otherwise, I'd just recommend taking it to one of the recommended mechanics.
• #11

t1m3

thanks anyway, sorted it at Brick Lane Bikes

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