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> Security lug nut removal, No key no tool
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post Mar 10 2013, 02:19 PM
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Any way other than cutting it off?
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post Mar 10 2013, 02:23 PM
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QUOTE(motorvated @ Mar 10 2013, 02:19 PM) *

Any way other than cutting it off?

Some of them you can drill out with out destroying the stub, a picture would help
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post Mar 10 2013, 02:56 PM
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I have used a deep size socket that will go over the key end and pounded it on with a hammer and used a inpack gun to take it off. John
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post Mar 10 2013, 03:38 PM
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QUOTE(jeeperjohn56 @ Mar 10 2013, 12:56 PM) *

I have used a deep size socket that will go over the key end and pounded it on with a hammer and used a inpack gun to take it off. John

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You could also take it to your local tire shops. They have ways of removing these things...
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post Mar 10 2013, 03:38 PM
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Oh yah,,,

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post Mar 10 2013, 03:43 PM
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Harbor Frieght sells a security bit set with every security bit kniwn to man for $20. Just a thought. Also try a good set of vise grip pliers around the screw head.
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post Mar 10 2013, 04:22 PM
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Chisel and a hammer. Tip of chisel on outer edge and beat it counter clockwise
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post Mar 10 2013, 04:51 PM
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I agree with pound on a socket. . done it before. . you will probably destroy the socket but it's the fastest, easiest way.
I used a thick wall impact socket. . I found thin wall cheap sockets will usually split when you pound them on
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post Mar 10 2013, 04:54 PM
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Just take it to a shop, they have all the keys and you won't screw around with hurting it.
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post Mar 10 2013, 06:13 PM
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These are nice, but this set only goes up to 14mm. You can check to see if they make them for larger bolts (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

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post Mar 10 2013, 06:21 PM
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Sears also sells a reverse threaded socket for removing stripped & odd shaped bolts, I used one to remove a broken locking lug on the Carrera..
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post Mar 10 2013, 08:18 PM
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I've been down this road - tried the local shops, all had destructive methods and wanted $20+ plus drop the car off or wait - take a book... Bought a cheap $6 socket, pounded it on, lug came right off, was able to remove the lug from the socket which survived.

After this I tossed all my security lugs - they are certainly easily defeated and were a hassle with wheel removal.
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post Mar 10 2013, 08:29 PM
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Pound on a socket. Impact wrench to remove. BTDT x 2 due to cracked security lug nuts. The other 2 went in the trash. Sockets were fine.


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post Mar 12 2013, 02:01 PM
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I agree with the hammer and chisel method. I've had to do I this way several times and it worked fine.
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post Mar 12 2013, 05:47 PM
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QUOTE(jeeperjohn56 @ Mar 10 2013, 01:56 PM) *

I have used a deep size socket that will go over the key end and pounded it on with a hammer and used a inpack gun to take it off. John

This, pound a socket onto it and use a breaker bar. It'll prolly trash the socket but should work. I've done it a few times over the years.
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post Mar 12 2013, 07:14 PM
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Local Porsche dealer took mine off in 2 minutes for free using a master set.

Of course, I have spent $$,$$$ on maintenance for my 911 with them.

I gave them all 4 keyed ones in exchange for non-keyed and they were happy.

John
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post Mar 12 2013, 10:44 PM
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Another vote for a cheap socket and a BFH.
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post Mar 13 2013, 05:39 AM
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QUOTE(FourBlades @ Mar 12 2013, 09:14 PM) *

Local Porsche dealer took mine off in 2 minutes for free using a master set.

Of course, I have spent $$,$$$ on maintenance for my 911 with them.

I gave them all 4 keyed ones in exchange for non-keyed and they were happy.

John


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At the Dealership I worked at we did this a lot, but go to the Parts Dept, not the Service Drive. After it's done Tip the Dude that did it!

Also Sears sells a kit to remove any Security Lug

When Completed throw the Security Lugs away - thieves have the Tools and if they want your wheels, will take them!
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post Mar 13 2013, 08:29 PM
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First socket I tried fit right on and lug came right off. You guys are great!
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