Beforehand spray lube on both nuts & inbetween nuts then tap with a hammer and spray lube on them everyday for a week before u do it ( to break free any rust or locktite ) turn the locknut down (counterclockwise) it will move in towards the carrier,about an inch will do then do the same with the reg. nut to expose locking ring, remove the ring then turn both nuts clockwise to back them off. It seems to me that the prep is the key! Just comes right off no problems! From what i've read alot of people are having problems removing them just thought I could give a helping hand, hope it helps someone. Thanks.