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Chrome lug nuts
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Chrome lug nuts
Hey guys, along with my news wheels come chrome lug nuts. I previously had the steel lug nuts and plastic covers with wagon wheels. What does everyone use to keep from damaging the chrome when working on the wheels? Is anyone using this socket?
http://www.madvet.com/shop?frame=2.5650
Thanks in advance.
Paul
http://www.madvet.com/shop?frame=2.5650
Thanks in advance.
Paul
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I use a normal Craftsman 19mm socket and have not hurt any ot the lugs nuts. I bought McGard chrome lug nuts abut 18 months ago and they show no damage at all and I change them ever time at the track.
I just am very careful when doing it.
I just am very careful when doing it.
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Agree with Glenn.
I've been using chrome lugnuts on cars for 20 years...never recall damaging one from a normal socket. I suppose you could damage the plating with an impact wrench...but we'll assume you are smart enough not to do that.
I've been using chrome lugnuts on cars for 20 years...never recall damaging one from a normal socket. I suppose you could damage the plating with an impact wrench...but we'll assume you are smart enough not to do that.
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Originally Posted by Z06-JIM
Same here, never had any problems using reg. deep well sockets on the chrome lug nuts.
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I'm not using that socket right now, but been thinking about it. Looks like a great way to avoid chipping up the chrome lug nuts.
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