Lug nuts stuck

By all means use an IMPACT type socket, even if you use a manual breaker bar and extension.

I use a half inch Air powered impact wrench and over pressurize it to pull 450 Foot pound nuts off when I have to.. But I need a new impact socket for my RV as .. To be honest. I don't have the right size.

From what I hear it IS possible to Eat an Elephant. Just start with one part and work steadily.

Thanks for the update. Looking forward to learning what you find inside and how the parts match up.

The new Ken-Tool truck wrench and breaker bar arrived tonight. Assistance from a 5 foot pipe and that stubborn lug nut broke loose easy. Thanks for the suggestion of using a jack stand to support the shaft of the truck wrench. That was a huge help.

Now for tough part, getting the tires off.

j-d wrote:
If you haven't checked or found out yet, the Left FRONT lugs may or may not be Left-Handed thread just because the Rears are.

Thanks. I'll make sure I check it out before I take off the front left.

I ordered the Craftsman 9-19984 impact wrench last night. 580 ft-lbs for $110. Hope it's enough!

Best,
- bob

If you haven't checked or found out yet, the Left FRONT lugs may or may not be Left-Handed thread just because the Rears are.

Thanks for all the suggestions. Left side lug nuts are reverse threaded. DOH!!! The suggestion to use a jack stand to support the extension was primo.
I did get four loosened up by using a pipe wrench and 5 foot cheater bar on the end of truck wrench I broke pictured in original post then hit a wall. Broke the adjuster on the pipe wrench so got a bigger one. All I'm able to do is shave metal off the truck wrench. Guess I will have to wait for the Ken Tool truck wrench and breaker bar I ordered last night.

jmanatee wrote:
To all those with stuck rims, If you loosen the lugs to where they just spin free then drive the vehicle a short distance, it will usually pop the rim loose.

X2

Some what costly but no air or electric power is needed.

www.powerhawk.com

look for SWENCH wrenches.

1/2" drive with 500 ft lbs breaking force up to 7000 ft lbs on a 1-1/2" drive unit.

My Chraftsman electric gives 350# for $110 unless you find a sale or coupon.
For rust add some PB Blaster for 24-72 hours before the gun.