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Title: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 15:30:43
I left my coat on a train the other day, and I am sure my wheel locking key was in the pocket following recent use.

So, looks like I've lost the beggar.

Any tips for getting the locking studs out? It's the VX/Renault star type key. I have the box the studs came in...  :-/
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Martin_1962 on 08 October 2008, 15:45:54
BR lost property equivalent?

Is there a key number on the packet?
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: markey mark on 08 October 2008, 16:54:49
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I left my coat on a train the other day, and I am sure my wheel locking key was in the pocket following recent use.

So, looks like I've lost the beggar.

Any tips for getting the locking studs out? It's the VX/Renault star type key. I have the box the studs came in...  :-/

£30 from vaux for replacement key james !!  :o
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 17:31:34
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I left my coat on a train the other day, and I am sure my wheel locking key was in the pocket following recent use.

So, looks like I've lost the beggar.

Any tips for getting the locking studs out? It's the VX/Renault star type key. I have the box the studs came in...  :-/

£30 from vaux for replacement key james !!  :o

Seen a few keys on ebay with the same pattern as mine - what's the chances of getting lucky?

Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 17:32:15
And  yep - there is a number on the box....
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: markey mark on 08 October 2008, 17:33:47
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I left my coat on a train the other day, and I am sure my wheel locking key was in the pocket following recent use.

So, looks like I've lost the beggar.

Any tips for getting the locking studs out? It's the VX/Renault star type key. I have the box the studs came in...  :-/

£30 from vaux for replacement key james !!  :o

Seen a few keys on ebay with the same pattern as mine - what's the chances of getting lucky?


bout as much chance of seeing me naked  :D :D
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Phil on 08 October 2008, 18:07:21
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And  yep - there is a number on the box....


If theres a number on the box, take it to VXL with V5 and some I.D. and they will get you a new one for £28ish

Its what i had to do couple of months ago  :)
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Martin_1962 on 08 October 2008, 18:54:40
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I left my coat on a train the other day, and I am sure my wheel locking key was in the pocket following recent use.

So, looks like I've lost the beggar.

Any tips for getting the locking studs out? It's the VX/Renault star type key. I have the box the studs came in...  :-/

£30 from vaux for replacement key james !!  :o

Seen a few keys on ebay with the same pattern as mine - what's the chances of getting lucky?


Ask the sellers
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: feeutfo on 08 October 2008, 19:09:02
not too expensive from vx but you need a number, i believe there are about 30 different types, although i cant remember where i got that info...might have dreamt it :-/
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: omegaman2 on 08 October 2008, 21:01:02
YOUR DEALER MIGHT HAVE A MASTER KEY
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: BigAl on 08 October 2008, 21:20:31
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YOUR DEALER MIGHT HAVE A MASTER KEY

when i got my V6 i asked in the local main dealer about this and was told there isn't one. as i was driving it to Scotland the next day  i needed it sorted sharpish so ended up at local tyre place getting them chiselled off for me
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: ngrainqey on 08 October 2008, 21:29:15
i thought the omega locking wheel nut thing was the three prong key which is standard for vauxhall and renault?

i found mine the other day... never guess where i found it :P
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engine bay...
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in that little shelf thing with oil cooler/brake lines in under the headlight!
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 08 October 2008, 21:48:38
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And  yep - there is a number on the box....

Post it up then....all the keys carnt be different  :-/....someone on here might have the same key and willing to lend....to get them off  :y
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 21:49:17
93173882 :y :y
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: TheBoy on 08 October 2008, 21:49:48
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93173882 :y :y
Looks like a part number, not a key number.
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 21:50:51
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93173882 :y :y
Looks like a part number, not a key number.

B?gger.
Where may I find a key number?  ::)
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: TheBoy on 08 October 2008, 21:52:47
Just checked, that is a part number, not a key number.
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 21:54:50
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Just checked, that is a part number, not a key number.

Thanks (I think) ;D

Unfortunately no key numbers on the box. Although there is a card with a "security number" on it, in the boot - wonder if that's it...... (Not a carpass)...

All the wheel stud kits I see on fleabay for vauxhall have the same pattern as mine - are they likely to be different?

Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 08 October 2008, 21:55:19
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93173882 :y :y

I think thats the part number......so you need the number of the plastic inside the box  :y
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 21:57:19
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93173882 :y :y

I think thats the part number......so you need the number of the plastic inside the box  :y

The only number stamped in the box is a "2"...
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 08 October 2008, 21:58:27
On plastic insert in the box.....mine starts FER17***

So thats the sort of number you need  :y
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 08 October 2008, 22:00:50
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On plastic insert in the box.....mine starts FER17***

So thats the sort of number you need  :y

Also says on the placcy insert.......replacement keys can be provided by vx dealer......but only if this number is quoted  :y
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JohnM on 08 October 2008, 22:01:01
I've a spare key here - well set actually - only very slightly bent, but no idea of it's number.  So what's that; one chance in n ?

Anyway you're more than welcome to try it, but (if there's no time pressure) could you post a photo of your nuts (Mmm, that doesn't read good does it) so I can compare (gisa look) and see if the odds will improve.  

- Older type with three prongs on the key (mine has two about the same depth, one quiet different).
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: JamesV6CDX on 08 October 2008, 22:01:16
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On plastic insert in the box.....mine starts FER17***

So thats the sort of number you need  :y

Bleah, there is nothing on mine...  :'(
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 08 October 2008, 22:03:34
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93173882 :y :y

I think thats the part number......so you need the number of the plastic inside the box  :y

The only number stamped in the box is a "2"...


Sorry wasnt clear there  :-[
You should have a plastic insert inside the box.....that says in many languages 'key code'  :y
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: acemotorman on 08 October 2008, 22:32:49
One way to do it is to hammer a tight fitting multi splined socket (preferbly an old one) over the locking wheel bolt and use a ratchet to undo, usualy works for me... dont forget you will need new locking wheel bolts to replace ones taken off.   Good luck. :y
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: Phil on 09 October 2008, 08:31:16
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One way to do it is to hammer a tight fitting multi splined socket (preferbly an old one) over the locking wheel bolt and use a ratchet to undo, usualy works for me... dont forget you will need new locking wheel bolts to replace ones taken off.   Good luck. :y


That does not work if you have the 'flower' shaped newer locking nut because the spinning metal ring is far too thick.

This is an option:-

 Proper locking wheen nut remover  (http://www.lockingwheelnutremover.co.uk/indexEnglish.html)

BUT its about £150

James

There should be a piece of card about 3" square with a sticker on it with 4 numbers (IIRC) this is the locking nut key number, this is what you need to get replacements, BUT if you don't have the V5 when you go to the dealer they WILL NOT sell you a replacement.
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: TheBoy on 09 October 2008, 08:59:20
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Just checked, that is a part number, not a key number.

Thanks (I think) ;D

Unfortunately no key numbers on the box. Although there is a card with a "security number" on it, in the boot - wonder if that's it...... (Not a carpass)...

All the wheel stud kits I see on fleabay for vauxhall have the same pattern as mine - are they likely to be different?

Yes. Thats the idea of a key, to have lots of possibilities.

You need key number, else they need to be removed via other methods.
Title: Re: ARGHH Lost wheel Key!
Post by: omegaman2 on 10 October 2008, 21:11:49
the dealers do have a master set
about 25 differerent keys in a little suitcase
try again