gmw photos wrote:
Some interesting replies to the OP's question ! I get the impression he is saying the hex shape of the wheel lug nuts are rounded off. Those thin covers are typically stainless steel, over a solid steel nut. Unless they are horribly rounded off, it's likely a proper sized SIX POINT socket will fit tighly enough to remove them.
Then they can be replaced by some quality, solid steel lug nuts. If he wanted chrome ones, he will need to spend the money on good ones, as the cheap ones tend to rust very soon.
I agree with the above poster who said to always use a torque wrench, and also, always use only a six point socket.
And just one more thing, keep those professional air hose jockeys, with their air tools, far away from your trailer.