I can't find my wheel lock...
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Re: I can't find my wheel lock... (GapxGuy)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by GapxGuy »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Is there a way of taking off the lock without messing up the rims?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Are the wheel lock OEM McGards? If they are, then you can try to contact McGard or Acura and get another key. However, you're going to need the serial # of your locks. If you have the original packaging, its on the back.
The only other option is to have it taken off using an airgun.
Are the wheel lock OEM McGards? If they are, then you can try to contact McGard or Acura and get another key. However, you're going to need the serial # of your locks. If you have the original packaging, its on the back.
The only other option is to have it taken off using an airgun.
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Re: I can't find my wheel lock... (mrmonk)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mrmonk »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">it will cause some damage if you us an air gun</TD></TR></TABLE>
no, it'll only damage the wheel lock. most people try to hammer on a socket onto the wheel lock. you sometimes get lucky and get them off and still not damage the lock. OR go to a tire shop and have them do it. Snap-on and other tool makers have special kits.
no, it'll only damage the wheel lock. most people try to hammer on a socket onto the wheel lock. you sometimes get lucky and get them off and still not damage the lock. OR go to a tire shop and have them do it. Snap-on and other tool makers have special kits.
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Re: I can't find my wheel lock... (APEX CRX)
It's an aftermarket wheel lock. I could care less if it damages the lock itself, I just don't want it to damage the rims. So how does using the airgun and socket method work?
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Re: I can't find my wheel lock... (GapxGuy)
Go to one of the autoparts stores and ask for a wheel lock removal socket.
It tightens over the wheel lock in reverse and loosens it. You might be able to remove it with a breaker bar, but it's really made to be used with an impact gun.
BTW, they're only around 15 bucks.
It tightens over the wheel lock in reverse and loosens it. You might be able to remove it with a breaker bar, but it's really made to be used with an impact gun.
BTW, they're only around 15 bucks.
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