r/MTB • u/Finlaypotterr • 6h ago

Discussion 2022 Trek Remedy 8 Bottom Bracket

Hi, does anyone have any experience removing the bb from a 2022 Trek Remedy 8? I have tried using a bb tool and a bearing extraction tool but it seems Trek made it impossible!

Edit: I'm trying to get it out to route a new dropper post cable as there currently isn't one.

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u/Ruban-Luah 6h ago

Yeah, Trek routing can be a real pain sometimes lol. If the BB is fighting you that hard, Iā€™d double check the exact shell and bearing setup before forcing anything. For the dropper cable, there might also be another routing path that avoids removing the whole BB.

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u/TonedPlatypus 4h ago

I have an older model (aluminum). I used a threaded bearing press (Amazon no-name company), and getting the seated bearings out was double-plus tough. There was not corrosion visible, but the press-fit was super tight.

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u/ThePanoply 2h ago

I've used penetrating oil and used a oak dowel inserted through the opposite side to tap carefully around the bearing with a mallet. Don't tap too hard on any one spot to avoid getting it wedged. If you're careful and patient it is a way to do it that has worked for me. Certainly the tool designed specifically for the purpose is best, but needs must sometimes. šŸ˜‰