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Remove locking wheel studs?
Recently I purchased a used car from a private party for my wife. A couple
of days ago we noticed that there were wheel locks installed, so we called the seller, and of course, they have no idea where the keys are. A quick call to the dealership and a quote of $180.00 to replace the key (!!!) and I am motivated to find a way to remove the locks without damaging the studs or wheels. Here is a close up photo of a locked stud and an unlocked one: http://www.oz.net/~dans/lock.jpg I have basic metalworking gear at my disposal, files, dremel, drills, c-clamps, etc. but nothing major such as oxy-acetylene or other welding gear. Is this something that a local tire shop could handle for me? It can't be too unusual of a situation.... Thanks, -Dan |
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