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LOCKING LUG NUTS Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Tricks of the Trade zamster New User Nov 11, 2006, 1:05 PM Post #1 of 4 (3476 views) LOCKING LUG NUTS Sign In MY SON BOUGHT HIMSELF A 2003 GMC ENVOY WHICH CAME WITH SOME PRETTY NICE RIMS AND LOCKING LUG NUTS. THE PROBLEM IS THE THE KEY CONSIST OF TWO PARTS WHICH HAVE COME APART. I'VE TRIED WELDING IT TWICE BUT THERES APPARENTLY NOT ENOUGH SURFACE TO GET A GOOD BEAD ON OR I'M JUST A BAD WELDER. ANY SUGGESTIONS WOULD BE APPRECIATED. ZAMSTERjavascript: addTag(':|') javascript: addTag(':|') steve01832 Veteran Nov 12, 2006, 2:33 AM Post #2 of 4 (3471 views) Re: LOCKING LUG NUTS Sign In Bring the old key to an auto parts store and try to match the pattern up. The other alternative is you can try to spin them off if you have an air chisel and a good sharp bit. Steve DanD Veteran / Moderator Jan 6, 2007, 7:15 AM Post #3 of 4 (3367 views) Re: LOCKING LUG NUTS Sign In If you don’t care about saving the wheel lock; I’ve had good success using a tool by Snap On Here’s a link to a page that shows the one that I use. Dan. http://buy1.snapon.com/...tore&dir=catalog Canadian "EH" Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jan 6, 2007, 12:23 PM Post #4 of 4 (3364 views) Re: LOCKING LUG NUTS Sign In Snap-On tools ROCK but have the $$ for them, Cool beans from Boston, T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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