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I have been trying to remove the stock Knob but no luck . Does anyone have a tip for getting it off? Thank you , ZEUZ

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Old 02-07-2012, 07:44 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I have been trying to remove the stock Knob but no luck . Does anyone have a tip for getting it off?

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Old 02-07-2012, 07:47 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Thanks ill be sure and try it some more !! Hope i can get it done with out damaging anything !!
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hahaha, goodluck.
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lol i know !!!!! this is horrible !! haha
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Just use a channel wrench
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When you figure it out will you come do mine next? lol
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i ended up using my oil filter wrench and killed it real good.

i snapped 2 brand new strap wrenches and was like f- it.

make sure you hold the shaft side too when you turn.
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Take your time. I got mine off with no marring and following the DIY.
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ive tried and tried seems that everything keeps slipping off the knob. i dont want to damage it. might try the duck tape tomorrow .
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I think its near impossible not to ruin it.. Mines trashed :[
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strap wrench on the knob. pipe wrench on the shaft. 25 seconds tops.
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strap wrench on the knob. pipe wrench on the shaft. 25 seconds tops.
If you're lucky. Some cars came with loctite fever.
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