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Old 11-07-2008, 06:52 PM
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How did your key break?
Old 11-07-2008, 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by doc307
How did your key break?
Dunno, the first three went on no problem. I was only using my ratchet so I can only guess that it was already cracked or stressed. In any case, I'm in a pickle!
Old 11-07-2008, 07:07 PM
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is there room to grab the outside of the lugs with a pipe wrench
Old 11-07-2008, 07:23 PM
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Try calling around to a few tow companies, they usually have lug keys to numerous wheel locks.
p.s. Now you know why you don't use security lug-nuts when you go wheeling.
Old 11-07-2008, 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by theyazer
is there room to grab the outside of the lugs with a pipe wrench
That or if it doesnt have a spinning collar you could try taking a deep socket (6 point) that is small enough in diameter to tightly fit into the lug nut (just enough that you would have to hammer it to fit into the lug) and try unscrewing it that way with a breaker bar...
Old 11-07-2008, 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by aldaman
That or if it doesnt have a spinning collar you could try taking a deep socket (6 point) that is small enough in diameter to tightly fit into the lug nut (just enough that you would have to hammer it to fit into the lug) and try unscrewing it that way with a breaker bar...
There's not really much room to grab onto. I have the 18" Sahara wheels on & their sunk in pretty good.
Old 11-08-2008, 02:42 AM
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Locking lugs only keep borderline honest people from crossing the line. wheels are an item of opportunity, make them a little tougher to get and there is a chance the thief will move on. It isnt 100% insurance, but it helps some.

I found all the lugs except the locks missing off of my ranger when i was in college. I dont know if they just wanted the lugs(kids), or where prepping to steel the wheels as well, but i had to walk to an autoparts store and buy new lugs before i could get home.

if your going to use locks, put one of the removal sockets in your trail bag. with a BFH & a punch, your gonna need it.
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Originally Posted by Willy J
... I have the security code to order a new key but that'll take weeks to get ...
I ordered one last year and they asked me if I needed it over-nighted.
Old 11-08-2008, 02:50 AM
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i am driving right by McGard in about 2 hours, but i doubt they would let me have your key *L*
Old 11-08-2008, 05:29 AM
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I guess I will go ahead and order a second one for mine just in case.


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