Center cap security key?
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From: Greer sc
Center cap security key?
I just bought a set of 1988 rims for my 1985 on Ebay. They arrived today and I noticed that you apparently need a security key tool to remove the caps from the rim which didnt come with my rims. Is this a universal type security tool I can find or am I up the creek in trying to remove the center caps off the rims?
Pro
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From: Hesperia California
You will most likely never find a key to match up. I had my key strip two locks on my caps. Had to get a hardened bit and drill the bolts and use easy out. Came right out.
I could not find locks so I used allen head bolts aluminum colered, and you can not see the bolts. They are not secure like a lock, however, my car is garaged and not a DD.
Good luck
I could not find locks so I used allen head bolts aluminum colered, and you can not see the bolts. They are not secure like a lock, however, my car is garaged and not a DD.
Good luck
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Ottawa IL
Is this what you are refering too?
http://ecklers.com/product.asp?pf_id=55386&dept_id=195#
If this is them, then maybe one of the Corvette recyclers can provide the little wrench/key that is found in the center console or maybe a member has one laying around for sale.
I found this on Ecklers, but I am sure other vendors carry them and if you contact them they may have the key/wrench you need. I do recall someone had a link to a company that had them for sale and there was like 10 or so different styles/shapes you need to give them the number on the locking bolt head and they will ship you the one you need. Hopefully someone will chime in with that link for you.
Larry
UPDATE: I just found the company that can probably help with the lock. Here is the link to the website: http://www.mcgard.com/
Specific to our caps ( I think) Linky here
Hope this helps!
http://ecklers.com/product.asp?pf_id=55386&dept_id=195#
If this is them, then maybe one of the Corvette recyclers can provide the little wrench/key that is found in the center console or maybe a member has one laying around for sale.
I found this on Ecklers, but I am sure other vendors carry them and if you contact them they may have the key/wrench you need. I do recall someone had a link to a company that had them for sale and there was like 10 or so different styles/shapes you need to give them the number on the locking bolt head and they will ship you the one you need. Hopefully someone will chime in with that link for you.
LarryUPDATE: I just found the company that can probably help with the lock. Here is the link to the website: http://www.mcgard.com/
Specific to our caps ( I think) Linky here
Hope this helps!
Last edited by ottawabarber; Mar 31, 2010 at 07:51 AM. Reason: found link
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From: Greer sc
Is this what you are refering too?
http://ecklers.com/product.asp?pf_id=55386&dept_id=195#
If this is them, then maybe one of the Corvette recyclers can provide the little wrench/key that is found in the center console or maybe a member has one laying around for sale.
I found this on Ecklers, but I am sure other vendors carry them and if you contact them they may have the key/wrench you need. I do recall someone had a link to a company that had them for sale and there was like 10 or so different styles/shapes you need to give them the number on the locking bolt head and they will ship you the one you need. Hopefully someone will chime in with that link for you.
Larry
UPDATE: I just found the company that can probably help with the lock. Here is the link to the website: http://www.mcgard.com/
Specific to our caps ( I think) Linky here
Hope this helps!
http://ecklers.com/product.asp?pf_id=55386&dept_id=195#
If this is them, then maybe one of the Corvette recyclers can provide the little wrench/key that is found in the center console or maybe a member has one laying around for sale.
I found this on Ecklers, but I am sure other vendors carry them and if you contact them they may have the key/wrench you need. I do recall someone had a link to a company that had them for sale and there was like 10 or so different styles/shapes you need to give them the number on the locking bolt head and they will ship you the one you need. Hopefully someone will chime in with that link for you.
LarryUPDATE: I just found the company that can probably help with the lock. Here is the link to the website: http://www.mcgard.com/
Specific to our caps ( I think) Linky here
Hope this helps!
1st Gear
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what size Allen head bolts did you use?
You will most likely never find a key to match up. I had my key strip two locks on my caps. Had to get a hardened bit and drill the bolts and use easy out. Came right out.
I could not find locks so I used allen head bolts aluminum colered, and you can not see the bolts. They are not secure like a lock, however, my car is garaged and not a DD.
Good luck
I could not find locks so I used allen head bolts aluminum colered, and you can not see the bolts. They are not secure like a lock, however, my car is garaged and not a DD.
Good luck
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One of the first things I did to my 88 was to remove the locks on the wheel caps. The bolts I used were M10-1.5x25mm Allen head bolts. The Allen head uses an 8mm key, but I use a 5/16" key as it fits fine.
