Caustic Soda - no reaction

[BOBU]

101. Acid + Base = salt + water, NaOH + HCl = NaCl + H2O... wow, it even balances!!!

 

[90's Ninja]

Wow, you guys are on a, Walter White level. I'm gonna tackle this, Jesse Pinkman style. Maybe even add some chili powder to the caustic soda

 

[FluffyChicken]

Chilli powder is too generic, you're never quite sure what you'll get.
Go pure cayenne.

 

[stevet1]

As well as gloves etc make sure to do it in the open air, the fumes will damage your lungs if you are not careful.

 

[90's Ninja]

Thanks... I'll take all precautions and use PPE. Will even throw on a Trojan for extra protection. I'll post Ninja vs bottom bracket fight day pics, before / during / after and add some commentary