Can I use a vice to remove my bottom bracket?

Question

I have an old frame that I need to remove the bottom bracket from. The lockring is hexagonal, and I don't have a spanner large enough to remove it. Also, I need to remove the right hand fixed cup. Can I just put these in a vice and turn the entre frame to loosen them?

Answer 1

It is worth a try.

Answer 2

Can be done. Done it meself and the frame acts as a good lever to loosen the cups.

Answer 3

Not got a pipe wrench,for the hex nut?

As for the cup,has it got holes in it? If so,I usually knock the cup round with a drift and hammer. Or 4" nail if no drift.

I assume you have taken off the right hand crank?

Answer 4

Yes, if you can get a grip with the vice, and remember left hand thread. right side.

Answer 5

This kinda talks freaking me out!!