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Alloy lock key
« on: 08 July 2008, 18:09:03 »
The cover that well... covers the alloy has a special key to prevent theft ect. Where can i get a replacement as mine is not present and the allys have to go!  ;)
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #1 on: 08 July 2008, 19:41:29 »
The best way to get the covering plate off is to use a small drift in one of the holes in the locking screw and a hammer. A new key and locking screws is available via ebay for about £10. Hope this helps.
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #2 on: 08 July 2008, 19:46:14 »
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The cover that well... covers the alloy has a special key to prevent theft ect. Where can i get a replacement as mine is not present and the allys have to go!  ;)

The 3 prong key for my Senator's wheel nut cover had a 3 letter code, I think you need this code really if you want another to fit. An alternative is a pin punch & 2lb knocking stick or a pair of snipe nose pliers in 2 of the holes & then use a screw driver between the legs to lever the 'bolt' head round.
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #3 on: 08 July 2008, 19:53:13 »
Is a pin punch just a small elongated metal peice? similar to a scriber or the like??
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #4 on: 08 July 2008, 19:56:07 »
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Is a pin punch just a small elongated metal peice? similar to a scriber or the like??

I suppose so!


Or a centre punch would do the job


Or .... if nothing else ..... I reckon a decent sized nail would do!  ;D
« Last Edit: 08 July 2008, 19:58:09 by Andy_B »
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #5 on: 08 July 2008, 19:58:01 »
 :y :y :y :y :y

Thanks matey. I was no good at woodwork at school either  ::)
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #6 on: 08 July 2008, 20:55:39 »
I was going to suggest the pair of long/snipe nose pliers...
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #7 on: 08 July 2008, 20:58:44 »
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I was going to suggest the pair of long/snipe nose pliers...


Yeah that may work... Im sure they will all be loose anyway, mot other thing seem to be. One is actually hanging off anyway.
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #8 on: 08 July 2008, 22:11:34 »
Vaux do sell a new key & bolts as a set, maybe best to replace them once you have got them out. Not sure on cost though.
Also long nose pliers in the holes & using a screwdriver as a bar should do the same job for removal. Have seen it done before.

Oops missed pevious mention of that idea  :-X
« Last Edit: 08 July 2008, 22:12:38 by JezInBrum »
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #9 on: 08 July 2008, 22:14:06 »
Useful to know about new vx sets though. I may well conider that. are they TC part do you know?
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #10 on: 08 July 2008, 22:19:51 »
If long nosed pliers and a screwdriver pry-bar remove the locknuts so easily .. is it worth fitting them at all ??

I'm struggling to see how the pliers/screwdriver thing will undo something torqued up to 110 Nm .. or am I missing something ???

 :-/ :-/ :-/
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #11 on: 08 July 2008, 22:25:43 »
A very good point enwood! Are they not ment to be anti-theft? Mind you somebody with a screwdriver at a wheel would be supicius... but would anybody notice or care in reality?  :-/
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #12 on: 08 July 2008, 22:29:40 »
Have to confess, i'm thinking about the bolt holding the centre cap on mine - M8 from memory.  Universal locking bolt removing sockets available at your local tyre fitter or off ebay...so as you say - whats the point??
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #13 on: 08 July 2008, 22:31:09 »
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If long nosed pliers and a screwdriver pry-bar remove the locknuts so easily .. is it worth fitting them at all ??

I'm struggling to see how the pliers/screwdriver thing will undo something torqued up to 110 Nm .. or am I missing something ???

 :-/ :-/ :-/

psyconurse is talking about the security screws that hold the centre caps on if i'm reading right :y
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Re: Alloy lock key
« Reply #14 on: 08 July 2008, 22:33:07 »
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If long nosed pliers and a screwdriver pry-bar remove the locknuts so easily .. is it worth fitting them at all ??

I'm struggling to see how the pliers/screwdriver thing will undo something torqued up to 110 Nm .. or am I missing something ???

 :-/ :-/ :-/

psyconurse is talking about the security screws that hold the centre caps on if i'm reading right :y



Thats right  :y
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