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Lock Removal

chicorytip · 2020-10-27 11:55:59

Hello. What is the correct type of implement to use in order to cut through a wire type of bicycle lock?

27-10-2020 11:55am

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Hello. What is the correct type of implement to use in order to cut through a wire type of bicycle lock?

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#2 27-10-2020 11:57am

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Angle grinder or hacksaw.

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#3 27-10-2020 12:02pm

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chicorytip wrote: »

Hello. What is the correct type of implement to use in order to cut through a wire type of bicycle lock?

What type lock ? Many are really weak. In that standing on the wire by the lock and thugginh the other end is often enough

For a U lock a car Jack works best.

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#4 27-10-2020 1:18pm

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It's the thinner type constructed from wire strands, about 1/4 inch in thickness. It's wound quite tightly around a bike rack. The problem is that the lock mechanism is broken so I can't insert the key. I think a hacksaw ought to do it alright. There are different types and brands. Any suggestions in that regard??
Thank you.

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#5 27-10-2020 1:50pm

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Did it once with a bold cutter

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#6 27-10-2020 1:52pm

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Bolt croppers are probably fastest, but if this is a one-off use of a tool then a simple junior hacksaw will probably do it.

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