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Wheel lock nut key HELP

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by jbell1224, Nov 21, 2016.

  1. Nov 21, 2016 at 6:18 AM
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    jbell1224

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    I recently purchased a used tacoma along with a suspension lift, wheels, tires etc. I noticed afterwards that I did not have a key for the lock nuts. A month later I realized I couldn't find this key pattern anywhere. I have looked at the Gator Grip universal socket but I need opinions Please!!

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  2. Nov 21, 2016 at 6:30 AM
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    tomwil

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    Can you go back to where you purchased it, and get the right key?
     
  3. Nov 21, 2016 at 6:42 AM
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    Purchased from used car dealership, they don't have a key nor offered to help me acquire one.
     
  4. Nov 21, 2016 at 6:59 AM
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    Most tire shops will remove it for next to nothing.
     
  5. Nov 21, 2016 at 7:04 AM
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    Yeah a tire place should be able to get it off for you
     
  6. Nov 21, 2016 at 7:07 AM
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    Thanks! I'll stop by one today and see what they can do.
     
  7. Nov 21, 2016 at 7:10 AM
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    Thaitoy

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    just take a socket that is a bit smaller pound it on and the lock will come off.
     
  8. Nov 21, 2016 at 8:44 AM
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    Slightly smaller, or larger?
     
  9. Nov 21, 2016 at 4:45 PM
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    Thaitoy 2003 3.0 turbo diesel. 6in lift w 33's

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    Slightly smaller I was a mechanic for 15 years and that's how I did it when you hit the socket with a hammer it will deform the lug to the shape of the socket and give it a good bite when you turn it might be a metric socket or standard that will work
     
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