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

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

He'* going to replace them with regular lugs so he never has another problem.

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.

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...

Unless the rims are steel and the lugs stick out (not to mention a VERY good set of vice grips) those won't help much John.

They have for me in the past. Not on my whells, tho, come to think of it.....

Yep, dangit, you're right.... :(

Finding a key that will work at a wrecker will be a neat trick. I recall 16 different combinations, and he still has to get the old ones off. :?

Take it to a tire shop. They'll blast them off quickly for you, and might not charge you.

Smash a 18mm Snap-on , craftmans socket on there and use a 1/2 airgun to take off
it all way works for me !!!!