Whats the best way to remove the spout in the bath tub with out cracking the pipe?

Removing A Tub Spout


Plumbing repairs and modifications can be difficult for homeowners, often because the work requires specialized tools. Removing a threaded tub spout is one of these jobs. Most plumbers will reach for a strap wrench to loosen the spout. This specialized tool grips the spout firmly with a strap--made of a fire-hose-like material--that doesn't damage the spout's finish. But if you don't have one, the next-best thing is to slide the handles of slip-joint or tongue-and-groove pliers into the spout and rotate counterclockwise. This may not work as well as a strap wrench, but it does the trick without scratching the finish.Whats the best way to remove the spout in the bath tub with out cracking the pipe?
wrap a towel over the spout then use a pipe wrench or pliers, applying gentle force to losen... Look underneath spout and see if there might be a set screw holding it in position...Whats the best way to remove the spout in the bath tub with out cracking the pipe?
Use a lot of lubricant, WD40 or some other rust removal product.





Insert a dowel into the spout and move slowly back and forth until the spout's loosened, then remove.
details?? what spout where upper for shower or lower tub? is it corroded why do you need to remove it? Most of you answer is a strap wrench , you can buy a cheap one for $5-10 at any hardware store, and they have a 1000 uses.
TBCB. I am assuming you have cpvc pipe connected to thefaucet. If you do you have to get in behind and hold the pipe. Or it will crack or break.