anyone have a clue how to remove this lug nut?

[matt351]

This is actually on my fiancée's QX4. I'd buy the key for it if i even knew what it was called. I'm at a loss here.

 

[MidnightRebel07]

This is one company that sales replacement keys. I'll look some more. Do you by chance know what make they are?

http://www.brandsport.com/grla-1921xlkey2r.html

If you can't find a replacement than you can always make on using either a big bolt or piece of steel rod and a grinder or dremel tool to shape it to the dimensions you need. I have done this in the past.

 

[Greg_DonWindsor]

The other option is to buy a reverse threaded extractor. It has threads that will grip the outside of the lock nut and will remove it, though destroying it in the process.

 

[matt351]

I've got no clue what kind or manufacturer. I like the idea of making something with a grinder though. I never thought of that. I just found out Sears makes something that may work too.

Thanks guys

 

[Elgatoprerunner]

I would weld a old socket or extension to it and remove with a impact.

 

[MidnightRebel07]

That was my next idea I was going to suggest but wasn't sure if he had a welder.

 

[RomeovilleIL]

If it isn't rusted or super impacted tight, give it a shot of pb blaster then slide the prybar end of your standard explorer tire tool (take off the plastic cover) into the slot like a screwdriver. Slide a steel rod through the square hole and turn like a 4-way lug wrench. Should turn off assuming the tip fits in the slot.

OR

Try one of these with your 1/2" breaker bar.
http://www.harborfreight.com/6-pc-12-in-drive-screwdriver-bit-socket-set-67881.html

 

[toypaseo]

It might be Gorilla brand. I would get rid of all four of those. They look like a failure waiting to happen...

 

[swshawaii]

If it isn't rusted or super impacted tight, give it a shot of pb blaster then slide the prybar end of your standard explorer tire tool (take off the plastic cover) into the slot like a screwdriver. Slide a steel rod through the square hole and turn like a 4-way lug wrench. Should turn off assuming the tip fits in the slot.

OR

Try one of these with your 1/2" breaker bar.
http://www.harborfreight.com/6-pc-12-in-drive-screwdriver-bit-socket-set-67881.html

IMO, the best idea yet, and the first thought that came to mind. Just make sure the blade is wedged in tight and doesn't slip.

 

[Flash]

If the previous option doesn't work you can cut a slot in the circumference of the nut then drift it around.
I've done this more than once.

 

[RomeovilleIL]

How did it turn out?

 

[matt351]

I bought the 1/2 drive screwdriver bits from Harbor Freight last night. I'm going to give them a whirl this evening after work. Cross your fingers everyone lol!

 

[MidnightRebel07]

Good luck, hopefully it's not too hard to get the lugnut removed.

 

[matt351]

The largest flathead the set came with worked great! 1 or 2 smacks with a hammer and an 18" breaker bar worked like a champ!

 

[swshawaii]

Try one of these with your 1/2" breaker bar.
http://www.harborfreight.com/6-pc-12-in-drive-screwdriver-bit-socket-set-67881.html

Winner!!! Great to hear, security lug nuts can be a real PITA without the key or good advice.

 

[MidnightRebel07]

Glad to hear you got it removed.