What wheel locks do you gus have? I need recomendations. Also, is there any advantage of getting expensive name brand wheel locks? for example Mugen wheel lock/lug set VS. getting generic wheel locks from the local Auto Zone. I've heared that any wheel lock can be taking off with a vice grip. does anyone know how to avoid this? ...I don't wanna get jacked... thanks

 

I can't be the only one who doesn't want to get jacked... no one, out of the 38 views, has wheel locks?

 

I find it hard to believe that vises can be used to remove wheel locks, but then again, desperate thieves will try anything. I doubt a vise can even reach the locks in most, if not all wheels. McGard makes good products, haven't yet seen wheel locks from Mugen or other "import" brands.

 

I have Gorilla brand wheel locks on my 16" SSR's, anything is better than nothing.

 

Thank you so much for the input. never though about looking at how difficult it would be to get vices in the lugnut hole. thanks alot. anything really is better that NOTHING...

 

Anyone know if the wheel locks that Honda offers are any good? My dealership gave a set of four for free with my car, but don't I need four sets of four to be effective?

 

The purpose of the locks is to prevent your wheels/tires from being stolen. It only takes one lock per wheel to achieve that. The main difference between the locks made by various manufacturers is the thickness and quality of the chrome plating. Cheap ones flake and rust, quality ones like McGard don't and are guaranteed not to. I don't know what quality is sold by Honda, but I will buy a set anyway.

 

The wheel locks I had on my '96 Civic from Honda seemed to hold up quite well, even with multiple tire changes and services.

 

I have Acura (Honda) lug locks on my Integra and they have held up beautifully for five years.

Now remember, these are a theft deterrant and are to be used as a layer in your protection system. Lug locks can be simple to overcome if you have the right tool(s). Tire/Wheel places take them off all of the time without using the "key" adapter that comes with your set. So, you really only choose lug locks based on quality and aesthetics.

 

I think he's referring to having 4 sets of locks and taking a lock from each set to put on each wheel. 4 different locks per wheel = 4 different keys required to remove each one wheel. Thus prolonging the process of getting jacked.




I really think that you'd be good with 2 sets, as long as they aren't the same brand so you don't run into the same key patterns.But remember if someone really wants your wheels, then they will find a way to get them. The locks will just slow the process. If you have more locks, it'll take them longer and hopefully you can catch them in the act before they get you wheels off. Also, you should look into getting a good alarm; maybe one which you can adjustable sensitiveness of. Try to get a combination of things to slow the thief down. Ie: kill switch, Club, shotgun, ect.

 

I have McGard locks. Look go to me. I feel a little safer with them.

My ex- had two wheels stolen from her Pontiac many years ago. I've always had wheel locks on my new cars since then.

She didn't notice the theft, and backed off the blocks the crooks had used under the car.

 

vice grips not a vice lol that would be crazy. you only need one set cause the thief is not going to use a key he is probable gonna pound a socket over the wheel lock and poof no more wheel lock.. thats what we did at belle tire when people lost their wheel lock keys

 

Well now I'm all in a tizzy as I just plunked down way too much cash for Enkeis and tires for them to be plucked from my new baby with just a sledge and a socket. Crap. Maybe a motion sensor alarm is in order. Yep, the preferred anti-theft device of sleeping neighbors everywhere. And maybe a chat with my insurance agent too.

And I was feeling so good for my first 6 days of ownership. Stupid reality.

 

For those of you who are concerned with someone stealing your rims you should look into purchasing a Digital Tilt Sensor. This information was obtained from Team Integra.

The Digital Tilt Sensor is an alarm add-on. The cost is $50-$70* ($20 to install). And it has a difficulty rating of 3 for installation.

*Price is given for a DEI 507T.

 

I just checked it out and if I'm not mistaken the item is actually DEI 507M, which was listed for 30 beans plus shipping. The 520T appears to be a battery back-up.
I think....

 

WOW! good find. i'll look more into this. Thanks!

 

can I ask you where you found it for 30 Beans? Link? thanks.

nevermind, found it: eBay Express: DEI 507M Digital Tilt Motion Sensor Viper Clifford 507T - Description

 

You are right. I put the wrong item number down. Thanks for catching my mistake. The one I meant to put down is the DEI 507T. I am not sure about the DEI 507M though, but a couple of websites say that the M is the newer version of the T. They are also the same price and have the same item description.

 

what about those RAY lug? is that only for look or does the light weight helps?

 

prolly not but, I ended up getting them anyways.