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Broken BMW KeyNut for alloys E34

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  • 19-10-2007 12:03pm
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    V1llianous
    Registered Users Posts: 845 ✭✭✭


    Hi,

    I have a 95 BMW 520i E34 model. Just tried to remove the alloys using the locking key nut (which was missing 1 of 3 pins) and the whole keynut is now knackered.

    What is my best option, obviously a replacement keynut would be great to avoid having to break the nuts off and buy replacements.

    Thanks in advance.


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    #2
    cantdecide
    Registered Users Posts: 11,465 ✭✭✭✭cantdecide


    I have a spare if you're ever in Cork


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    Seth Brundle
    Moderators, Politics Moderators Posts: 39,727 Mod ✭✭✭✭Seth Brundle


    Can you get the car to a dealer who can then find out your keynut code?
    If necessary, there are some sockets that you can get that will fit onto the locknut. I can't remember the name of them. Otherwise, weld a socket onto your locknut and get it off that way.


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    V1llianous
    Registered Users Posts: 845 ✭✭✭V1llianous


    Update:

    Went to Frank Kenna's BMW dealership but found out quickly it was not a BMW Locknut.

    Ordered a replacement set for about €50. Should have them on Friday.

    Got the "originals" broken off by Confey Motors in Leixlip.


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