How can I get this locking lug nut off????
05-30-2002, 05:31 PM
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How can I get this locking lug nut off????
Here's my problem. Currently all of my lug nuts on one of my wheels are all on to the proper spec of 100 ft/lbs. One of those is a locking lug nut which I do have the key for. HOWEVER, when I attempted to take the lug nut off the key rounded the locking lug nuts grooves and now I can't get that damn lug nut off!!! :mad :mad
Any ideas on how to get that locking lug nut off the wheel so I can put a new one in it's place??
Any ideas on how to get that locking lug nut off the wheel so I can put a new one in it's place??
05-30-2002, 05:36 PM
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Re: How can I get this locking lug nut off???? (Tormania)
Well......I hate to say this but I know that some tire shops have a tool that they hammer...yes hammer on to the lug and it cuts into the lug allowing them to get a wrench on it and remove it...of course you have the possibilty of some idiot screwing up you rim and of course you already need a new lug....either way this all sux major azz...good luck
05-30-2002, 06:03 PM
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Re: How can I get this locking lug nut off???? (pewter99)
Make sure all of the other lug nuts are tightened to 110 lbs.
Then drive a deep well socket over the nut. (The open end of a socket is tapered so get one that will fit tight.)
Then slowly get the nut to start turning.
Then drive a deep well socket over the nut. (The open end of a socket is tapered so get one that will fit tight.)
Then slowly get the nut to start turning.
05-30-2002, 06:24 PM
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Make sure all of the other lug nuts are tightened to 110 lbs.
Then drive a deep well socket over the nut. (The open end of a socket is tapered so get one that will fit tight.)
Then slowly get the nut to start turning.
Then drive a deep well socket over the nut. (The open end of a socket is tapered so get one that will fit tight.)
Then slowly get the nut to start turning.
05-30-2002, 06:50 PM
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Re: How can I get this locking lug nut off???? (Tormania)
we used to do it with an impact chissel and a punch end. work the punch end around the perimeter of the lug nut. hold the chissel so it doesn't slip. you can also do it by hand with a chissel. just make sure you hit the perimeter of the nut angeling the chissel so that when you rap it it makes the nut turn counter clockwise. good luckwcj
05-30-2002, 07:03 PM
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Re: (scorp508)
Make sure all of the other lug nuts are tightened to 110 lbs.
Then drive a deep well socket over the nut. (The open end of a socket is tapered so get one that will fit tight.)
Then slowly get the nut to start turning.
:yesnod: I had to do this to my car once when I lost the lock at the track one night. Worked like a charm.
Then drive a deep well socket over the nut. (The open end of a socket is tapered so get one that will fit tight.)
Then slowly get the nut to start turning.
:yesnod: I had to do this to my car once when I lost the lock at the track one night. Worked like a charm.
05-30-2002, 07:04 PM
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Re: How can I get this locking lug nut off???? (wcj)
-Get a "Gator Socket" and use it.
-The Gator is for up to 3/4 inch and has rods that fit around outside of any shape, allowing you to take it off.
-The Gator is for up to 3/4 inch and has rods that fit around outside of any shape, allowing you to take it off.
05-30-2002, 10:24 PM
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Re: (Tormania)
Tormania - be sure that you use a 6 point socket. They are much stronger than a 12 point. Also use a good grade of socket, Craftsman, Snap On etc. You will not have a problem. Use a screw driver to drive messed up lug out of socket when done. BTW - I have a complete set of factory locking nuts and 2 keys that I will sell for $15.00 shipped. Taken off car only twice. Too much trouble to use when you autoX every weekend. Im or email if interested. :D
