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Old 10-06-2009, 02:31 PM
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I'm trying to get my wheel off to come across one lug nut that was very tight when turning even after the point that it was broken loose. I got it all the way to the end and it just spins.

What do I do from here?
 
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Replace the stud and or lug nut. Could be cross threaded.
 
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should come out if you pull on it while turning it
 
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Replace the stud and or lug nut. Could be cross threaded.
Gee ,you think so? lol
 
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Originally Posted by Relex
I'm trying to get my wheel off to come across one lug nut that was very tight when turning even after the point that it was broken loose. I got it all the way to the end and it just spins.

What do I do from here?

Obviously you have to replace both anyway, I'd try what Augie said, if that doesn't work, grab the nut with a pair of vise grips and while pulling, wobble the nut up and down. If it's right at the end, the rest of the threads should just shread away.
 
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Thanks I'll have to try what you guys said. I'll post when the results when I work on it again tomorrow.
 
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Gee ,you think so? lol
Thanks I know I'm good!
 
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You could use a nut splitter.
 
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i doubt he could get a nut splitter on it due to its location.

i think the best thing would be to pull on the wheel while a helper spins the 4 way so you will be using the rim to keep pressure on it.
 
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