I have had success removing the tapered pin by backing the nut off about one turn then tapping the nut with a hammer. Back it out an additional turn and tap again. If you back it out too much on the first shot, you’ll bend/distort the thread. I know from destroying my first set!

Last edited by Phak1; 07/09/2024 10:11 PM.

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