Wheel Removal 2002 X type
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Wheel Removal 2002 X type
Has anyone found an easy way to remove the alloy wheels from the X type? I have had to use a block of wood and a sledge hammer to wack away at alternate sides of the wheel with the lugs loosened until the thing finally breaks loose. There has got to be a better way to do this.
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RE: Wheel Removal 2002 X type
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Has anyone found an easy way to remove the alloy wheels from the X type? I have had to use a block of wood and a sledge hammer to wack away at alternate sides of the wheel with the lugs loosened until the thing finally breaks loose. There has got to be a better way to do this.
Has anyone found an easy way to remove the alloy wheels from the X type? I have had to use a block of wood and a sledge hammer to wack away at alternate sides of the wheel with the lugs loosened until the thing finally breaks loose. There has got to be a better way to do this.
Jim C
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RE: Wheel Removal 2002 X type
Length of time is only part of the equation. The real problem is the chemical reaction between the alloy wheel and the steel wheel hub which causes a white powder to form inbetween the two surfaces. This powder hardens and does not allow the wheel to slide off, hence the whacking. I have tried spraying white grease on the surface of the hub prior to reinstallation but this didn't help at all. So the question still remains open.
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RE: Wheel Removal 2002 X type
Only thing I can think of is to use (unsure of name) but its a sorta copper grease that they sometimes use when refitting bolts etc and I believe is also heat resistant.
Ask racer or Buck, those two knowalls will be sure to know.......lol and no doubt you'll have your answer before you can say f*c***g wheels ARGHHHHHHHH
Jim C
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