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Old Oct 16, 2004 | 03:23 PM
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Default Re: Lug key broke in lug

The black is probably just soot from the torch, should come out with rubbing compound or aluminum polish..
Old Oct 16, 2004 | 03:54 PM
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Default Re: Lug key broke in lug

use a socket...done.
Old Oct 16, 2004 | 07:39 PM
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Default Re: Lug key broke in lug

Originally Posted by IC x Prince
use a socket...done.
not on a recessed nut (aka tuner style)
Old Oct 18, 2004 | 06:57 PM
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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.
Old Oct 19, 2004 | 06:33 AM
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Default Re: Lug key broke in lug

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.
Old Oct 19, 2004 | 11:55 AM
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Default Re: Lug key broke in lug

after you get it fixed, you should really torque your studs...
Old Oct 19, 2004 | 12:21 PM
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Default Re: Lug key broke in lug

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.
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