3rd Gen / L98 Engine Tech 1982 - 1992 Engine Related

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Old Apr 2, 2003 | 05:06 PM
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Arrow Stripped Wheel Bolts

Well it's been 3 weeks now, and I still can't get the tire off, i've tried a few things, like multiple sockets and hammer solutions and a bolt splitter, also a chizzle, but still no sucess. I don't know what to do now, I may try an impact hammer soon. Got any suggestions before the last resort of destroying my iroc rims?
Old Apr 2, 2003 | 06:31 PM
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Simple!!! Just drill the stud, try to get a small 1/4" drilled hole as close to the center as possible, then go to a bigger 1/2" drill, the nut will just drop off then. You will have to drill on a slow speed because the stud is harder than your average metal.

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Old Apr 4, 2003 | 07:11 PM
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Well, I don't know if that'll work.. the bolt that is giving me trouble, i was told. is not even a bolt that belongs on tires. Can't use a torch either, aluminum rims. Also notice that they are iroc rims, so getting some things around the bolts are almost impossible. Guess ill try a few things before I have to take it to a garage for like $400.
Old Apr 4, 2003 | 10:02 PM
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It doesn't matter what kind of bolt it is, you can still drill it out. You may have to get a Dremel and grind a flat spot on the end to start the drill bit on but you CAN drill the bolt out.
Old Apr 27, 2003 | 12:18 AM
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try this

i bought my car with wheel locks and no key

go to napa or sears get a universal nut remover or lock it back threads as you loosen it tightens works everytime cost about 30 bucks
Old Apr 28, 2003 | 12:41 PM
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Just drill it out. A new wheel stud and nut will cost less than $3 at the autoparts store. Put the torch away. (the biggest hammer lol)
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