Removing FSA MegaExo Crankset

el_vino
el_vino Posts: 64
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Hi
I need to change the bottom bracket on my Gravel Bike, it has a FSA MegaExo Crankset and BB. I have tried removing the Hex bolt from the crankset from the non drive side and there is no way it is shifting. I've watched a few Youtube videos which confirm it is removed anti clockwise but there is no way I can budge. I'm using a pretty heavy duty Alllen key with a rubber grip designed for removing pedals, any suggestions?
thanks
EV

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  • whyamihere
    whyamihere Posts: 7,716
    Breaker bar. The torque spec is 40Nm, and if it's been on for a while it might be a bit seized, you're going to struggle with a normal hex key.
  • me-109
    me-109 Posts: 1,915
    We're gonna need a bigger bar.
  • el_vino
    el_vino Posts: 64
    Thanks, will douse in WD40 and go back to it at the weekend with a bigger bar.
  • trevor.hall12
    trevor.hall12 Posts: 493
    Spray with WD40 or break away next day use a 2ft breaker bar .
    If seen these as tough as Sram to get loose

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