What lug wrench to get?

hiimwayne · 05-24-2009, 06:46 PM

Planning on getting some new rims soon but I need a lug wrench that won't scratch the inner lug pockets. Last time I brought in my car to get my tires mounted they scratched the hell out of my rims

SoYank · 05-24-2009, 08:15 PM

I use a 17mm impact socket on a 3" extension bar attached to a breaker bar for removal. For tightening I use the same setup except I finger tighten the bolts first and then replace the breaker bar with a torque wrench calibrated to 87 ft/lb. Either on or off I have to put the impact socket onto my lug key.

NoMods · 05-24-2009, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoYank

I use a 17mm impact socket on a 3" extension bar attached to a breaker bar for removal. For tightening I use the same setup except I finger tighten the bolts first and then replace the breaker bar with a torque wrench calibrated to 87 ft/lb. Either on or off I have to put the impact socket onto my lug key.

/this

1/2" breaker bar makes it so much easier for removal.

srcstc · 05-24-2009, 08:27 PM

They make sockets specifically for wheels that have plastic outer liners.
These have a bad review but this is what they look like.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061SGGS/...S&linkCode=asn

Just look for a better brand.

Dannys M3 · 05-25-2009, 01:26 AM

Vinyl coated sockets.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40035

Torque wrench

http://www.tooldiscounter.com/ItemDi...up=PREC2FR100F

srcstc · 05-25-2009, 08:17 AM

Anyone know if snap-on makes these?

scottp999 · 05-25-2009, 08:53 AM

The BMW jack kit comes with a wrench that is set to the correct torque setting. It works great:

part number: 71106773536

71106773536 $175.00 $0.00 $140.00

SET LIFTING JACK

SoYank · 05-25-2009, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Dannys 335i

Vinyl coated sockets.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40035

Quick, what size is the purple one?

Lowcruzr · 05-25-2009, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Dannys 335i

Vinyl coated sockets.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40035

Never saw those before, sweet!!

Craig@SupremePower · 05-25-2009, 10:22 AM

Yeah the ones with the protective sleeves work well i have a set i bought a few years back from Griots!

John 070 · 05-25-2009, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoYank

I use a 17mm impact socket on a 3" extension bar attached to a breaker bar for removal. For tightening I use the same setup except I finger tighten the bolts first and then replace the breaker bar with a torque wrench calibrated to 87 ft/lb. Either on or off I have to put the impact socket onto my lug key.

Holy smokes, you are my evil twin. I do exactly the same thing, except I don't have wheel locks.

Breaker bar, 17mm socket, extension, torque wrench (1/2" drive for me) is all you need. And that lo-pro jack from Harbor Freight....

kq328xi · 05-25-2009, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Dannys 335i

Vinyl coated sockets.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40035

Nice find! I went the cheapo route and bought a 17mm deep socket and put electrical tape around the outside. +1 on Harbor Freight tq wrench.

R608 · 05-25-2009, 12:59 PM

+1 for breaker bar to easily remove lugs and torque wrench to reinstall, and you'll need a long socket or an extension to make the reach safely. I just wrapped the socket with some masking tape to avoid damage, though I'd be more worried about damaging the rim by hitting it while inserting the threaded lugs than anything else, personally.

NoMods · 05-25-2009, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by srcstc

Anyone know if snap-on makes these?

does a bear shit in the woods?

Bartman619 · 05-25-2009, 01:56 PM

here's what I use.

http://bimmertools.com/itemDetails.asp?itemID=964

SoYank · 05-25-2009, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R608

+1 for breaker bar to easily remove lugs and torque wrench to reinstall, and you'll need a long socket or an extension to make the reach safely. I just wrapped the socket with some masking tape to avoid damage, though I'd be more worried about damaging the rim by hitting it while inserting the threaded lugs than anything else, personally.

You don't want to use too long of an extension bar with the torque wrench. Otherwise you get a torsion effect and don't get full torque. That's the primary reason I only use the 3" extension.

SoYank · 05-25-2009, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John 070

Holy smokes, you are my evil twin. I do exactly the same thing, except I don't have wheel locks.

Bwahahaha

bsp8181 · 09-22-2009, 12:36 AM

Hey,

Silly question. I just purchased this kit, and am trying to figure out how to best use the torque wrench. Because the torque wrench head is flat, I can not access the wheel bolts, which are somewhat recessed in my wheels. Did you have to purchase an adapter for the torque wrench? I have style 189 wheels. Thanks in advance!

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottp999

The BMW jack kit comes with a wrench that is set to the correct torque setting. It works great:

part number: 71106773536

71106773536 $175.00 $0.00 $140.00

SET LIFTING JACK

stubenhocker · 09-22-2009, 11:07 AM

Buy something good, like this
http://www.samstagsales.com/images/hz903slg.jpg

it works well with this
http://www.samstagsales.com/images/hz705v02.jpg

pruettfan · 09-22-2009, 11:28 PM

I bought a set from ECS they are very effective at protecting the rims. Just used them last weekend. I keep them in my car and will require any shop taking my wheels off to use it.

They also have sockets with built in torque ability.

SoYank · 09-23-2009, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsp8181

Hey,

Silly question. I just purchased this kit, and am trying to figure out how to best use the torque wrench. Because the torque wrench head is flat, I can not access the wheel bolts, which are somewhat recessed in my wheels. Did you have to purchase an adapter for the torque wrench? I have style 189 wheels. Thanks in advance!

You need a short extension bar, ideally 3" long, between the lug socket and the torque wrench. You also need a 17mm socket on the end of the extension. This setup will allow you clearance of the tyre/tire.

info@VMRWheels · 09-23-2009, 06:14 PM

Wrapping electrical tape around your thin wall 17mm socket works like kq328xi said, but i think blue masking tape works better since it slides a bit better than the electrical tape.

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srcstc Major 82 Rep 1,365 Posts Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (9)	They make sockets specifically for wheels that have plastic outer liners. These have a bad review but this is what they look like. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00061SGGS/...S&linkCode=asn Just look for a better brand.
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Dannys M3 Captain 71 Rep 733 Posts Drives: Jaguar F Type R Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Florida iTrader: (3) Garage List 2008 M3 [10.00]	Vinyl coated sockets. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=40035 Torque wrench http://www.tooldiscounter.com/ItemDi...up=PREC2FR100F
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srcstc Major 82 Rep 1,365 Posts Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: NJ iTrader: (9)	Anyone know if snap-on makes these?
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scottp999 Brigadier General 133 Rep 4,764 Posts Drives: 4runner SR5 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (2) Garage List 2007 BMW 335 [9.00]	The BMW jack kit comes with a wrench that is set to the correct torque setting. It works great: part number: 71106773536 71106773536 $175.00 $0.00 $140.00 SET LIFTING JACK
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Craig@SupremePower G.O.A.T.! 1000 Rep 74,998 Posts Drives: '18 GMC Yukon XL Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (14)	Yeah the ones with the protective sleeves work well i have a set i bought a few years back from Griots!
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R608 Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 284 Posts Drives: 2011 328i M-Sport (RWD/6MT) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: WNY iTrader: (0)	+1 for breaker bar to easily remove lugs and torque wrench to reinstall, and you'll need a long socket or an extension to make the reach safely. I just wrapped the socket with some masking tape to avoid damage, though I'd be more worried about damaging the rim by hitting it while inserting the threaded lugs than anything else, personally.
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Bartman619 Captain 25 Rep 701 Posts Drives: Bimmer Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: SDCA iTrader: (2)	here's what I use. http://bimmertools.com/itemDetails.asp?itemID=964
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pruettfan Brigadier General 1622 Rep 3,402 Posts Drives: 2017 M2, LBB, DCT, Exec Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Chandler, AZ iTrader: (0)	I bought a set from ECS they are very effective at protecting the rims. Just used them last weekend. I keep them in my car and will require any shop taking my wheels off to use it. They also have sockets with built in torque ability.
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info@VMRWheels BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 31 Rep 326 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Anaheim, CA iTrader: (0)	Wrapping electrical tape around your thin wall 17mm socket works like kq328xi said, but i think blue masking tape works better since it slides a bit better than the electrical tape.
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