Re: Alloy wheel security bolts - key mislaid - 03 W203

Almost all impact sockets are 6 point. They suck at this. Also, impact
socket are softer metal than a standard chrome socket so they don't shatter
when you put them on a impact gun!

A 12 point chrome socket has 12 sharp hard teeth to dig into the lock.


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I have been known to BANG a cheap 12 point socket on it and unscrew the
lock
off! Get one that just about fits over the edge of it and a Big Ass
hammer.



I wonder if an impact socket is a better choice than a standard one?




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