Locking lug nut key
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Locking lug nut key
lost the key/socket for my locking lug nut. Does anyone know what is the closest socket that I can pound on the nut to get it off. I will replace all of them with regular nuts. I'm guessing 20mm. Thanks
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hah, thats a tough one.
but why would you want to replace them with regular lugs? just buy another locking lug set! otherwise you can just go to a yard and grab them off a car with a set and a key. much better than none IMO
but why would you want to replace them with regular lugs? just buy another locking lug set! otherwise you can just go to a yard and grab them off a car with a set and a key. much better than none IMO
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Originally Posted by wjcollier07
why would you want to replace them with regular lugs?
The sizing of the socket you use will depend on the lugs. I believe 20-22 is your range. Also consider some of the shops in the area that may have skilled mechanics with experience removing busted or missing key lugs.
A buddy of mine can do it with an air chisel. I DO NOT recommend anyone ever try it this way. It'* amazing to watch though.
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This should be about the right size....
I had the locking lugs, up until I acttually had to pull a tire. Then it was back to pep Boys to buy 4 normal lug nuts. Neat idea, I guess, but what a pain in the tuckus to have to track down one more tool just to remove a wheel...
I had the locking lugs, up until I acttually had to pull a tire. Then it was back to pep Boys to buy 4 normal lug nuts. Neat idea, I guess, but what a pain in the tuckus to have to track down one more tool just to remove a wheel...
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Originally Posted by wjcollier07
hah, thats a tough one.
but why would you want to replace them with regular lugs? just buy another locking lug set! otherwise you can just go to a yard and grab them off a car with a set and a key. much better than none IMO
but why would you want to replace them with regular lugs? just buy another locking lug set! otherwise you can just go to a yard and grab them off a car with a set and a key. much better than none IMO
Take it to a tire shop. They'll blast them off quickly for you, and might not charge you.
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