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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 09:09 PM
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Screwdriver, compressed air and wd-40.

Create a small pocket under the grip with screwdriver. Stick a small air tip attached to the compressor and blast some air. Squirt some WD in there, and hit it with air again. Rinse and repeat. Eventually you will be able to twist it off without damaging it. Took me about 10 min.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 09:33 PM
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Thanks for the help folks. I will tackle it soon!
 
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 11:06 PM
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i used a heat gun at a safe distance and heated them up...kind of just slid off
 
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 11:54 PM
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Seems pretty simple. Thinking about new grips for mine too, but haven't decided on a set yet.
 
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