Thanks for all the suggestions. I'm not having a lot of luck even getting the piece of the 1/2 to 3/8 adapter out of the socket. I like the idea of putting the long extension in and wiggling it but am not having a lot of luck getting the nipple piece of the adapter out.

I tried to get an ez out in deep enough to pop it out with no luck so I started drilling to see if I could bust enough material out to just have it fall out.

I really like the Irwin set of whatever those are called because the lug nut is recessed as you suggested.....when I get to that point I am absolutely going to get those. I saw them at ACME Tool Supply when I was going for the ez out and almost picked a set up....with your confirmation I will go back and spend the money.

Thanks again.

Any other thoughts on getting that nipple piece out?