Hello,
I've lost the locking wheel bolt key for my 74 MGB GT.
There seem to be a number of tools around to get them off but I just wondered if anybody has dealt with the same problem before and can recommend the best tool to use.
I am not bothered about damaging the bolt as I will replace all four with standard once I have got them off.
Many thanks
Richard
Locking Wheel Nut Removal
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Re: Locking Wheel Nut Removal
Hi Richard
I think you will get some ideas from here: http://www.jamesandtracy.co.uk/howto/lo ... emoval.htm . In most cases these tips are for wheel nuts deeply recessed into front wheel drive alloys, but because the nuts used on Rostyle wheels stick out a long way from the wheel itself, I think you would get them off using a good pair of mole grips. An alternative would be to carefully use an angle grinder to fashion a hexagonal head on the nut and use a suitable socket.
I think you will get some ideas from here: http://www.jamesandtracy.co.uk/howto/lo ... emoval.htm . In most cases these tips are for wheel nuts deeply recessed into front wheel drive alloys, but because the nuts used on Rostyle wheels stick out a long way from the wheel itself, I think you would get them off using a good pair of mole grips. An alternative would be to carefully use an angle grinder to fashion a hexagonal head on the nut and use a suitable socket.
Pete
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1969 MGB Roadster
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2007 Mercedes SLK
Plus 34 other cars since 1965
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Re: Locking Wheel Nut Removal
Many thanks Peter,
That's a very helpful link.
I'll need to invest in a more substantial pair of Mole grips but I'll certainly give that a go.
Appreciate your help
Richard
That's a very helpful link.
I'll need to invest in a more substantial pair of Mole grips but I'll certainly give that a go.
Appreciate your help
Richard
Re: Locking Wheel Nut Removal
If all else fails, my usual method with any tricky bolt or stud is to mig weld another nut or bolt onto it. The heat also has a very beneficial effect on seized threads! Just remember to disconnect the battery and the alternator before welding.
Ian F
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1972 BGT, Blaze, Navy trim, recessed grill
1961 Midget, 948cc, Clipper Blue, Blue trim and weather gear
1972 BGT, Blaze, Navy trim, recessed grill
1961 Midget, 948cc, Clipper Blue, Blue trim and weather gear
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Re: Locking Wheel Nut Removal
Ian, Peter
Managed to force a socket on in the end - wheels are off!
Thanks both for your help
Richard
Managed to force a socket on in the end - wheels are off!
Thanks both for your help
Richard