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Automatic Transmission - 4 Speed

1st Gear: 3.06
2nd Gear: 1.62
3rd Gear: 1.00
4th Gear: 0.70

Reverse: 2.29

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lunytnz Wheel Locks - replacing
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I don't have the wheel lock key for my OEM locking lug nuts for my 87. I found McGard replacement locking lug nuts and wheel locks, but I saw a note that said the outside threads do not match the plastic caps.

Can anyone confirm that you can't screw on the caps on the McGard lug nuts?

I tried a wrecking yard, but it seems wheels (and locking lug nuts and wheel lock key are loooong gone.

I'm sure this problem has been solved by lots of people, but it's proving a challenge. I'd like to keep my OEM caps. The dealer said they can't get replacement keys anymore.

Is there another brand of replacement locking lug nuts with outside threads that DO match the plastic caps?
Posted on: 2016/11/14 18:29
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donhall Re: Wheel Locks - replacing
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See if this helps.....If followed, be aware that salvage may be limited:

http://thegarage.jalopnik.com/how-to- ... ithout-the-key-1759207243
Posted on: 2016/11/14 18:40
Edited by donhall on 2016/11/14 19:00:35
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lunytnz Re: Wheel Locks - replacing
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Thanks for the link... the tire shop can get the locking nuts off, I need something to put back ON.

In case anyone else is looking to replace their OEM locking lug nuts, there are several GM part numbers for the 'Wheel Lock Nuts' that seem like they will fit the C4s. 14073714, 14091982 and 10034341. I didn't have any luck with any of those, but I did find a few 999057 on eBay (for $25-30), which *should* work.

Someone pointed out that I probably don't need the locking nuts anymore (I was just mentally 'stuck' on replacing what I had), so I'm planning to just put regular lug nuts on. I found that one tire shop didn't have the lug nuts, another did (for $4 ea!) and was surprised to find that the local auto parts shop can get them new for less than $2 each. The regular OEM nuts are 12x1.5 with a part number of 611-109.
Posted on: 2016/11/15 4:54
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Matatk Re: Wheel Locks - replacing
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Good tip with the part numbers.
Posted on: 2016/11/15 12:53
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