How to Remove Jammed Lug Nut Bolts that Won't Unscrew during Tire Change

Take Off Hard To Remove Lug Nut More Easy

By TurtleDog

Remove Jammed Lug Nut Bolts that Won't Unscrew during Tire Change

Nothing is worse than have to change your tire unexpectedly. Even more horrible, is when the bolts won't come off no matter how hard you pry. Read on to learn how to Remove Difficult Jammed Lug Nut Bolts that Won't Unscrew during Tire Change

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

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     Of course, the first thing you can do is try harder. Put all of your might into that rusty old lug wrench and hope those lug Nuts come right off of that tire
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     If that isn't working for you, either find or purchase a steel pipe. Be sure it is about 2 feet long. Longer wouldn't hurt either. We'll use this to again a little leverage on this pesky automobile tire of yours
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     While keeping your lug wrench on the tire lug bolts, slide the pipe over the end of the wrench.
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     The purpose of doing this is so you increase the size of the 'lever' or gain leverage on the nut / bolt. Essentially, you want to extend the length of your lug wrench by putting a longer pipe on the end of it.
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     Then try unscrewing. Adding a mere foot or two of leverage adds a lot of power to the wrench. Be sure to keep the pipe in your car's trunk for use during your next flat tire.
     
     

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