wow, i love doing my own maintenance but i really don't want to remouve the axle. i'd rather break down the wheel if necessary. should i be able to find a machine shop with a press that has clearence for the wheel?
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Did you try to pick at the broken stud with something sharp or a needle nose plier?
yes, a friend did. he was able to cut a groove in order to try to chip it but without success.