So I got my wheels and suspension put on today and they look great I have one question...

I need to add wheel locks does anyone have any recommendation on how to remove and put on lug nuts without scratching the wheel??

Does everyone have this problem or just me? or do you just ignore the scratch that removing lug nuts and putting on lug nuts adds? Thanks

-Dave

 

I use these...made by Astro Pneumatic!

 

those look pretty cool, is that like a rubber or latex coating around them or something? can you post the link.

 

It's a hard, thin plastic covering, that's over the socket.
Works really well!

 

From their website:

http://www.astrotools.com/

Part #: 7870
Impact Socket Set - Chrome Protective Plastic Sleeves and Shallow Broach

Description

• This socket set features protective sleeves and internal plastic inserts that prevent scratching of wheels and decorative lug nuts
• Hollow design creates room for removing longer bolts by pushing out plastic insert
• Sizes Include: 13/16", 7/8", 1", 1-1/16", 17mm,19mm, 21mm
• Blow molded case for easy storage and transport
• Case Dimensions: (L)10-1/4" x (W)6-1/4" x (H)1-3/4"
• Net Weight: 5lbs. (2.26kg)

 

Wrap the socket with tape.

 

Now that's an "excellent" DIY!!
Why didn't I think of that...

 

Why spend "MOD" money on special sockets when all you have to do is
tape your old sockets with tape....blue....brown....duct....or my favorite
gorilla tape! Once around with tape and you have custom sockets.... Best part, they won't scratch your wheels!

 

If you can afford it, why not??
Looks really "bling-bling" in the toolbox!

 

Thats genius... I thought of that afterwards

 

Harbor Freight has some similar sockets with the plastic covering too.

 

that's true, they'll look great inside the toolbox, better than duct tape in there

 

...lol...

 

wrap the end of the lug wrench with a condom. i worked in a benz shop and that how we were taught

 

^ Yup. That is what i did. I got socket and wrapped it with electrical tape. I also took a socket and cut it down on the lathe.