zerocool

Hi guys, I was tryning to take off my tires when I accidentally broke the key. I chipped off a section in the key and deformed the rest. I'm guessing the key is not repairable but how can I take my tires off? How much would a shop or lock smith chrage for this? Anyone knows a good shop in NY or NJ? Thanks in advance guys.

luigi524td

If you're pressed for time try your dealership or an auto service like AAA - they often have "masterkeys' for the major brand wheel locks. BTW, that's why I chose the BMW wheel locks for my car. Dealers have the masters. I think McGard will sell you a new "key" if you provide the right owner information.

zerocool

That's good to know. I'll contact mcgard, hopefully they send me a new key. Thank you much for your input Luigi!

luigi524td

Hope you get it sorted out ... when I bought my BMW wheel locks my dealer had very good advice = Buy 2 keys; keep one hidden in the car - the other at safe at home! $8 was worth the extra insurance that I'll have a back-up key.

And my SA let me know that the BMW service centers have copies of the BMW master lock keys too.

zerocool

yes i got it figured out. i called their customer service number and they just asked for the registration number/badge number that came with the set. they shipped the replacement out same day. you know what, you gave me an idea....ill call them again tomorrow and order another key as a spare to keep in my garage oh and it only cost me $14 w/ free shipping.

thanks again!

luigi524td

Good deal ... maybe they will offer you a 2 for 1 special price ?? Doesn't hurt to ask since the original key failed on you!

John@Motorcepts

nice!! McGard is good! One time, I accidentally LOST my wheel lock when I was in school in Buffalo. Had the McGard wheel locks. And I needed to change it out BAD! Good news is that McGard is located in the suburbs of Buffalo. 20 minute drive, I was there on the spot. 15 minutes later, I got my new key!!!

zerocool

wow that was awesome! i wish they were that close to me. I badly wanted to take off my rims last sunday because of the weather, so ended up using my honda. I should get it by tomorrow though

John@Motorcepts

u couldve drove 7 hours!!