Pongratz Projects wheels - cover plate key?
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Got these Pongratz wheels on my mk1 but don't have the key to take off the cover plate! (You can see the hole for it, 3 pronged affair, in the picture). Any idea where I can get one? Thanks!
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While they weren't suitable for my needs, I do remember that 3 pronged key pattern was used on Renaults and Vauxhalls (likely others as well)
They are a universal size… one key will undo any corresponding bolt, unlike security wheel bolts that only match a specific key.
Had a quick look again on eBay and they're ten a penny… You can get the key on it's own or with bolts.
The examples below have a plastic center lug, while your bolts have no corresponding hole, I'd imagine a dremel would easily sort that out.
Cheapest sets are well under a fiver, keys are £1.99… worth a try at that price?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAUXHALL-Alloy-Wheel-Centre-Cap-Key-one-pce-/251778134926?hash=item3a9f25738e:g:iugAAOSw6aVUppz9
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAUXHALL-Alloy-Wheel-Centre-Cap-Key-one-pce-/251778134926?hash=item3a9f25738e:g:iugAAOSw6aVUppz9
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Well do try Richard's idea!
If it were me I'd give them a seriously good spray with WD40 a couple of time during the week then use a heavy flat bladed screwdriver and a hammer and just tap gentle.
Hair dryer would help as well but of course watch out it doesn't burn or melt the paint!
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Bacardi: I've gone ahead and taken a punt on the £5 set! Thanks!
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