Reddit mentions: The best wheel locks

It's a 340 Daytona in Octane Red which I ordered from the factory at the end of January. I'm upgrading from a Hyundai Sonata and it's a huge difference! I love the car already. I'm so impressed by the acceleration, the comfort of the interior, the ride quality, and the beautiful NOISE!

Yes, I did take off the curb guards and the dealership stickers.

Need to buy lug nut locks, any suggestions? I'm looking at the Gorilla system on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-71643NBC-Black-Wheel/dp/B004U3THY8/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1519943642&sr=8-5&keywords=gorilla+lug+nuts

Like /u/Apotropaic_Sphinx said wheel locks aren't thief proof but you just want to make it harder to steel than your neighbors wheels hoping they just skip yours for an easier target but if they want your wheels they are going to get them.

https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61641-Acorn-Thread/dp/B000CMH4BY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1

These have a spinning shell that prevents the easiest trick of hammering on a smaller sized socket.

It's called a "wheel lock," if you're looking for what they're called in general. But even if you know what brand, they make multiple key patterns so you can't just get a generic replacement.

Hopefully you can find the key somewhere in the car -- there are other ways to get a wheel lock off but finding the original key is your best bet.

These fit, I recommend; Gorilla Automotive 78641N Acorn Open End Wheel Locks (14mm x 1.50 Thread Size) - Pack of 4

As long as they’re 14mm x 1.50 they should fit.

https://www.amazon.com/TMS-Wheel-Trailer-Anti-theft-Towing/dp/B00JLUDA84

Looks cheap and crappy but also seems like it'd be quick to attach. A concerted effort would be more effective (e.g. plan a "DAY OF THE BOOT" and have many PPA vehicles booted).

go to advanced and look for lug nuts that have like a design on them to unscrew, they work perfectly. [Here are some from Amazon] (http://www.amazon.com/McGard-24538-Chrome-Wheel-Locks/dp/B000COMX3Q/ref=au_pf_ss_1?ie=UTF8&Make=Jeep%7C42&Model=Liberty%7C353&Year=2003%7C2003&carId=001&n=15684181&s=automotive)

These are the wheel locks you should get https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CMJ2QE/?tag=100568-20

They are free spinning (which means the old hammer socket trick will not work on these). Never keep the key in the car unless you're going on a road trip. Just make sure you have AAA for towing incase you get a flat locally, so they can tow it home or tow it to the dealer. Gives you time to get your wheel key.

I don’t think it’s a boot, looks like a lock you can buy on amazon to secure a golf cart wheel. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079JS3CN4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5gF3Db20RB6PZ

Shit like that used to happen ALL the time at that place (I was there for a year in 2011), and it just kept escalating. First it was rims and windows, then cars getting stolen, then apartments and people getting robbed. My friends still live there and say it's gotten better since I left after they put up the cameras.

I would highly recommend getting a set of these - Gorilla Guard Wheel Locks. I bought a used vehicle with these on there and no key. 9 different tire shops were unable to get them off until I finally figured out a way without damaging the rim. The keys are extremely unique (no master keys) and the outer ring spins. They are not impossible to get off, but it will definitely take a lot of commotion/noise.

Looking to get wheel locks and making sure I get the right ones.

M12x1.25 "cone seat" is correct?

More specifically these on Amazon

Thanks in advance

I have one of these wheel boots on my cargo trailer, it works great.

Yep. Like this one.

Why make one, when you can buy it from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/TMS-Wheel-Trailer-Anti-theft-Towing/dp/B00JLUDA84

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003E1GLSM/ref=psdc_15706751_t2_B00JLUDA84

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SDVEU4/ref=psdc_15706751_t1_B003E1GLSM

take your pick :)

There are ones for $17 but this one looks more robust https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B019RLTPYY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1510969154&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=car+boot

Yes turn them 180 degrees in and you’re good.

But no not really. Just buy locking lugnuts

McGard 24538 Chrome Cone Seat Wheel Locks (1/2" - 20 Thread Size) - Set of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000COMX3Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SVSyCb3GB0PQ9

To an extent but if someone wants the wheels, there are tools to get them off.

Had to get a locking lug off my Jeep spare and there’s a fancy conical/spiral socket that will take just about anything round off.

Like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LB5PCEW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wam2BbG2J681C

Similarly, i bought one of these-

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001BQ0EVC

Very easy to loop through anything- helmet, jackets, camping equipment.

They do have wheel locks where the outer part spins freely and the lock is in the inner part to prevent this.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/24212SL-Security-Overall-length-diameter/dp/B0048EJO60

> B) No, it's a key. You can't just go into a shop and buy one.

Yes you can, or you can do it from the comfort of your own home. http://www.amazon.com/FACTORY-WHEEL-LOCK-MASTER-T10313/dp/B0062O5G02

I wonder if the free spinning sleeve lug locks are better alternatives?

guys there are tools called wheel lock removers, its fairly easy to remove wheel locks, http://www.amazon.com/Ken-Tool-30171-Wheel-Lock-Removal/dp/B005EKZEFW

You gave me a good idea. http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Anti-Theft-Wheel-Clamp-Automotive/dp/B008TECLSI

McGard ones I'm considering - would match his black lug nuts. Just want to make sure they'll fit aftermarket wheels.

http://www.amazon.com/McGard-24548-Chrome-Black-Thread/dp/B00C5TFOQO/ref=au_as_r?ie=UTF8&Make=Subaru%7C13&Model=Impreza%7C62&Year=2014%7C2014&n=15684181&newVehicle=1&s=automotive&vehicleId=1&vehicleType=automotive

Sure!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002801NI8/

this is the one box of the kit that any vw dealership should have, my dealership had like 6 of these boxes and all were different

Looks like Amazon has everything

They look like this: https://www.amazon.com/TMS-Wheel-Trailer-Anti-theft-Towing/dp/B00JLUDA84

Need more details about the CCTV. If possible: Have an oil-change and keep the old oil. Now make it look like that bitches car is leaking cause its always wet oil under it.

You could also have fun with this: http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Anti-Theft-Wheel-Clamp-Automotive/dp/B008TECLSI/ref=lp_15706751_1_14?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1462707895&sr=1-14

How furius would she be if someone PARKED HER IN? Lets say its a its a non-working car someone bought for almost nothing and decided to put it there.

I've heard good things about wheel locks of this variety with a sleeve to prevent sockets from being hammered on: http://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61631-Acorn-Thread/dp/B000CMJ2QE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418833785&sr=8-1&keywords=wheel+locks

Often the bigger issue is that the thieves will just buy the sockets that fit the lock.

Post a picture of it. I had a dealership take my key and not return it when I had a service done. Didn’t notice until I got a flat and couldn’t find it. Had to get my car towed home and pay for a new key and expedited shipping and wait like 4 days for it to get here. It was a set of these so I couldn’t pound a socket over it or anything and the keys for them aren’t universal there’s various teeth sets (so I was told) so no one locally had one.

It’s pretty intuitive to put one, but if you were actually to do it here’s one on amazon lol

Car boots are $60 on Amazon nowadays, diy! https://www.amazon.com/Oanon-Wheel-Clamp-Trailers-Secure/dp/B06XBXZ5JW

Unless you live in (insert your preferred ghetto) you should be fine and they're usually $25 or less on Amazon

Buy yourself a wheel boot off amazon. When someone parks in your spot, put the boot on there. Then you can go into the office when they open and have them call the tow company.

$38 for a boot on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSTEXEI/

I'm just saying...

I got the gorilla ones from amazon

here

Perhaps you can get an aftermarket tilt alarm that'll set off when the car is raised.

If you're going to get wheel locks, get gorrillas. https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61631-Acorn-Thread/dp/B000CMJ2QE/ref=pd_sim_263_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=51n13YXLpkL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=07V1C8108J2DEG1YH7EW he'll you can buy 5 packs and use them on all the wheels lol.

Gorilla Guard locks have a rotating cuff on the outside that prevents theft via impact wrench. Only way to remove without a key is hammer and chisel the cuffs off and then impact wrench. Not impossible but a 15-20 minute process that will be a helluva deterrent.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000CMJ2QE/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484097509&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=wheel+locks

Wheels?

here's a $15 solution...

Even this kind? http://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61641-Acorn-Thread/dp/B002801NI8

You can also buy one of these for a $30 investment!

I would buy a boot and go over to the Homeco's owners house and boot his car.

Edit: They are cheaper than the $75 ticket https://smile.amazon.com/Coocheer-Heavy-duty-Wheel-Anti-theft-large/dp/B019RLTPYY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484560166&sr=8-1&keywords=car+boot

Amazon says Yes

https://www.amazon.com/TMS-Wheel-Trailer-Anti-theft-Towing/dp/B00JLUDA84

Get yourself some wheel locks. https://www.amazon.com/McGard-24215-Chrome-Thread-Wheel/dp/B004UARNHO/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=best+wheel+locks&qid=1563371995&s=gateway&sr=8-2

Did you know you can buy boots on amazon. It’d be a shame to boot a bunch of chuds cars


Oanon Wheel Lock Clamp Boot Tire Claw Auto Car Truck ATV, RV, Boat Trailers Heavy Duty Secure (Size 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XBXZ5JW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Vd85BbA3RECVF

By that much you mean $15?
https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61631-Acorn-Thread/dp/B000CMJ2QE

Te recomiendo estos
https://www.amazon.com.mx/Gorilla-Automotive-Tuercas-Seguridad-Llantas/dp/B000CMJ2QE/

Those that you picked can be easily bypassed with hammering a socket onto it and with a power tool removed just as fast at the others.

Take a look at spinning lug nuts

If they want your wheels they'll get them no matter what you do. Just make yourself more difficult.

I get staggered wheels myself for a hot rod look, 8 in wide in the front, 10 in wide in the back, they can't sell them as well as all 4 tires being the same.

I wonder if it would be any harder to get off something like this. I would think the round edge would make it a lot more difficult to pound into a larger socket. I'm guessing a large set of vice grips would still get through it though.

McGard 24538 Chrome Cone Seat Wheel Locks (1/2" - 20 Thread Size) - Set of 5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000COMX3Q/ref=cm\_sw\_r\_cp\_apa\_i\_YTf2Bb0RCBPZM

Next time use wheel locks:

https://smile.amazon.com/McGard-24538-Chrome-Wheel-Locks/dp/B000COMX3Q

Thieves would move on to easier choices.

went with 2 sets of these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CMJ2QE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Hoping thieves see 8 of these and move on.

For VW specifically you can get a set on Amazon.

Or just a big spline socket and a hammer.

Wheel locks are just there to make it more difficult than the car next to yours, but they're far from impenetrable. If someone wants your wheels there isn't a whole lot you can do other than parking it somewhere they can't get to.

Well, I guess the heights is screwed.

edit: what about a spinning sleeve one?

They have wheel boots that cover the lug nuts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XBXZ5JW/

There are 700 reviews and I can't find any that said their wheels were stolen.

https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61631-Acorn-Thread/dp/B000CMJ2QE

That's incredibly unfortunate, and the police in this town do little to help, too. I was robbed recently and we had fingerprints, high quality video in which the thief looked straight at the camera, and serial numbers and an exact list of what was stolen, and that was 2 months ago with no results.

Since then I've become anal about my car's security, and to protect against this I got locking lug nuts. Dead simple to use, and it secures your wheels; I highly recommend them.

I swapped out the standard shiny steel lug nuts with some black wheel locks. Camaro wheels get stolen all the time where I'm from.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004U3THY8/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1