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Old Feb 3, 2016 | 01:40 AM
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Default replacement locknut bit and/or best locknuts?

I know you guys are going to say dont waste $ on getting locknuts but I want them.

Situation is I lost the key to my locknuts on my c5z somehow. So i have 2 options.. get a replacement key or buy new set of locknuts.

1) Where do I get a replacement key for my existing c5z locknuts? I cant find the original paper anywhere that said the key code.
2) where should I buy a new set of locknuts?

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Old Feb 3, 2016 | 09:04 AM
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I think you should be able to get a replacement key from GM or Cultrag using your VIN. Worst case a fab shop can weld something to the nuts to get them off.
I'd think Cultrag also for the new pieces. Or any auto store...
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Old Feb 5, 2016 | 07:19 AM
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Easiest thing to do is to take one of your lug nut for length reference ( stud is 12x1.50) to a car parts place and either buy a set of locks or a whole set of lug nuts with included locks. Take the car to a tire shop and they'll remove the old locks. Dealer couldn't get a key for mine.
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