BBS02 cage thrust bearing replacement help!

Fordulike

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My pedal rotation had become a bit choppy, so I decided to pull out the axle for a look. As you can see, one of the thrust bearings had decided to self destruct, which was causing the rotation issue.

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I've got a new set on the way from Green Bike Kit, but I'm wondering if anyone on here has replaced the bearing seat, next to the needle bearing in the bottom bracket?

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I've gently tried to prise it out with a plastic tool, but it doesn't seem to want to budge. If they are in really tight, then I will just leave that part in and replace the cage bearing and outer seat. But if someone has done this and succeeded, could you offer any tips, so that I don't end up butchering the bottom bracket area please.
 
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Fordulike

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Don't think my bike will fit in the oven, but have a heatgun. Will try that :)
 

Nealh

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Roast BBS02 for Xmas dinner, nice.
 
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