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Haha, it's actually worked.
One of the cups is off, the other was a bit thicker so is taking a bit longer.
I'd definitely recommend the caustic soda method (use hot rather than cold water, speeds the process up) to anyone with a super seized bb and a steel frame. You're less likely to bugger it than using flames etc.
I'm still yet to see if my new bb will work on these threads, or if I'll have to get it rethreaded, but it looks pretty good so far.
Either way I'm bloody chuffed at only having to spend two quid on a boots bottle of caustic soda and getting this stubborn bastard out!
Thanks to everyone for their help and if anyone wants any advice about sodium hydroxide/caustic soda-ing things off their bike just give me a message!
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