[V8] Spacers stuck to hub

[David Head]

I would spray the center collar liberally with a penetrating oil. Then
take a chisel to the outer edge to try to get it to turn. If you can break
it loose radially, then it should come off relatively easily... Are these
H&Rs?

Eyvind Spangen wrote:

> I have a big problem with my V8. The spacers, which are needed for the
> summer wheels to clear the UFOs, are completely stuck in front. Not to
> the hub, but to the part that sticks out in the middle. The spacers
> are made of aluminium, and they have probably "welded" themselves to
> the centre of the hub. How do I get this (excuse my language) f****
> thing off? I don't care if the spacer gets damaged, I'm tired of
> dealing with them, they always make some problems. I've tried bending
> it off, not a movement. Prying it off, useless. I need the car
> tomorrow and can't figure out a way to get those things off. Any good
> tips?
>
> --
> Regards,
> ES
>
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