Lug key broke in lug

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Oct 16, 2004 | 03:23 PM

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Fabrik8

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Re: Lug key broke in lug

The black is probably just soot from the torch, should come out with rubbing compound or aluminum polish..

Oct 16, 2004 | 03:54 PM

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IC x Prince

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Re: Lug key broke in lug

use a socket...done.

Oct 16, 2004 | 07:39 PM

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HatefulMechanic

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Re: Lug key broke in lug

Quote:

Originally Posted by IC x Prince

use a socket...done.

not on a recessed nut (aka tuner style)

Oct 18, 2004 | 06:57 PM

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fastcars101

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Re: Lug key broke in lug

take it to good year. i work there and they chizzle off that kinda stuff all the time. just go ask im sure they will do it and have it done in like 30min.

Oct 19, 2004 | 06:33 AM

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Re: Lug key broke in lug

Quote:

Originally Posted by fastcars101

take it to good year. i work there and they chizzle off that kinda stuff all the time. just go ask im sure they will do it and have it done in like 30min.

Or the problem is already taken care of.

Oct 19, 2004 | 11:55 AM

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Re: Lug key broke in lug

after you get it fixed, you should really torque your studs...

Oct 19, 2004 | 12:21 PM

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Re: Lug key broke in lug

Quote:

Originally Posted by fastcars101

take it to good year. i work there and they chizzle off that kinda stuff all the time. just go ask im sure they will do it and have it done in like 30min.

Merchants tried to do that but was unsuccessful so they torched it.

The advice is appreciated however.