Removing a Roush loc-tited shifter?

Hi Folks,

I need to replace a faulty part in my Steeda short-shift.

This involves removing my Roush shifter ball, which was installed (as per instructions) with the Blue loc-tite.

Now the little bugger wont come off. Any hints and tips beyond brute force, because brute force doesnt seem to be working at the moment :(

Well... The answer really is brute force. The problem probably is that you don't have enough strength or leverage. Wrap cardboard and something grippy around the knob so you don't scratch it, and use a big wrench to take it off. Should not be hard.

I used a pipe wrench to remove a red locktited shift ball, but I didn't care about preserving the knob.

Wrap a microfiber around the knob, squeeze real hard and twist.

^^^^^^^^What he said............

Having just done this, what they said, a chamois might help too. Warm it up with a hair dryer.

Find a buddy who works out.

Rubber oil filter wrench

wrap a couple rubber bands around it. should give you enough grip to turn it.

It's called a strap wrench. $4 at harbor freight. Worked for mine!!

Rubber bands and heat are good tips thanks.

Have ordered a rubber strap wrench, unfortunately Harbor Freight doesnt exist here, so everything is via the internet with a 2-3day lead time.

So frustrating when you cant even start a job because you dont have the right tools for the first step!

kapiteinlangzaam said:

Rubber bands and heat are good tips thanks.

Have ordered a rubber strap wrench, unfortunately Harbor Freight doesnt exist here, so everything is via the internet with a 2-3day lead time.

So frustrating when you cant even start a job because you dont have the right tools for the first step!

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That does suck, sorry. Sears or auto parts store may carry them as well.

Strap wrench arrived on Saturday.... took me all of 10s to get the shifter off! Amazing how easy it is with the right tools.

Thanks all.