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#1 blue mini

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Posted 07 June 2007 - 10:06 PM

Hi i need to know where i can get a key from to undo the locking nut on my superlights
Please HELP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
want to fit my new 10" s

#2 mini25

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Posted 07 June 2007 - 10:07 PM

err i think it depends on what make they are as there are different types (possibly)

might need to past a pic

#3 Dan

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Posted 07 June 2007 - 10:20 PM

You pretty much can't get a replacement key unless you have the original packaging for the nuts with the code for the key on it. You will have to get it removed which will destroy the nut and you will need to buy more. Get the new nuts first so that you have something to put on when these are removed, then go to your local tyre fitter and they can remove the lock nut for you. And keep the key somewhere safe!

#4 minivanman

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Posted 07 June 2007 - 10:29 PM

You may be able to hammer a socket onto it and undo it with that. It will wreck the nut though, like Dan said.

#5 spikyrob

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Posted 08 June 2007 - 06:06 PM

Theres a socket kit available from hellfrauds that has a LH tapered thread internally cut inside it (it tightens on the nut as you try to undo it) and frees the nut without damging your alloys. its £10. i'v used them and they are really good for the price.

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#6 samwell

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Posted 09 June 2007 - 06:08 PM

what he said. Cept i didnt buy them because it looks much easier if uve got an air gun but its dead quick and doesnt break the nut. Not that ull be fussed as u need new ones if u havnt got the key.




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