Stuck cone/locknut on rear axle

Posted on Sun 13th, November 2016

• #1

Poetic

Wondering if anyone has any advice on getting a seized cone and locknut off the rear axle? I have tried with two cone spanners, as well as soaking overnight in penetrating oil, but they won't budge. Would prefer if I didn't have to destroy them in the process. Cheers.
• #2

TheShipwright

Maybe a bit heat on the cone from one of those little micro lighters.
• #3

Poetic in reply to @TheShipwright

Cheers, will give it a go on the weekend.
• #4

ffm

You could lock two full-sized nuts together on the other end of the axle and then get a full-sized spanner on those to turn against a full-sized spanner/vice on the locknut.
• #5

fanjo

Are you able to unlock the other side and pull it out. Only move the locknut anti clockwise. Cone should be held firm.

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