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Originally Posted by deheld  Of course Derek is right, that is the best way to remove a stuck wheel.
The wheel is stuck because when the alloy oxidizes (rust) the molecules (combined with oxygen) become bigger.
Just like you sometimes have to use a blowtorch to heat something to make it fit, after that it's stuck like a rock.
This process is somewhat similar.
But then again, I don't even have a spare tire  |
Here in Quebec we've become experts with sticking wheels. Even between seasonal wheel changes, our wheels are often stuck. The salt really attacks the surfaces and welds them together. Applying a lube between the surfaces is the best solution. Just make sure it doesn't creep to the discs or other stopping surfaces with the centrifugal forces being applied. A touch on the treaded bolts isn't a bad idea either, but here there are supposed rules against anything applied to the wheel bolt threads. I guess the authorities are worried that the bolts might back off on there own. From my experience the nuts or bolts only get tighter with time.
ps: Dennis, don't you have a space-saver spare???