I back the removal method using an undersized socket driven over the nut. I
lost the special key for lock nuts and removed the entire set using this
method.
Ron

"Gordon McGrew" <gmcgrew@mindspring.com> wrote in message
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> On Wed, 21 Dec 2005 19:20:22 -0700, "Bryan"
> <NoSpam@AtMyEmailAddress.com> wrote:
>
>>I would try something like a Dremel with a cutting wheel. Just cut a
>>groove
>>on two sides opposite from each other as close as possible without
>>touching
>>the stud and then jamb a screwdriver in the slot. It should break off
>>without damaging the stud.
>>
>>
>>"DaveK" <skulka22@hotmail.com> wrote in message
>>news:t37hq196ahlv7eqqs4a463jj8hq7kb4mlk@4ax.com. ..
>>> Without using torches?
>>
>
> A friend once got stuck in BFE with a flat and no "key" to the wheel
> lock of his new used car. They were able to get it off by hammering a
> just slightly too small socket onto the nut.
>
>