Wheel locks

scoobysport · 03-23-2004, 11:09 AM

Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on these things. Should I go to the dealer and get the 'genuine Subaru' wheel locks, or are there better options from say lordco or some other shop.

Brian

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Ken · 03-23-2004, 12:50 PM

You can probably get the Subaru ones cheap at the Dockstead Garage sale which should be coming up soon since it's spring.

Penphoe · 03-23-2004, 02:04 PM

The OEM locknuts are McGard locknuts. The only difference between the two is that the non-OEM McGard's will probably use a different size socket than 19mm. I wouldn't be surprised if you could buy McGard locknuts that have a 19mm lug end on it.

LaterZ!
Darren!!

Benjamin Tang · 03-23-2004, 02:19 PM

mcguard splinedrives, etc. can be found at larger canadian tire stores...

scoobysport · 03-23-2004, 04:48 PM

thanx

SubaruWrex · 03-23-2004, 05:36 PM

I got a set of spline drives from pdm last year.. they've got them for sure.. and i'm very happy with my set...

the key locks use a bigger than 19mm lug wrench though

[YeS.SiR] · 03-23-2004, 06:09 PM

A lock is a lock. It's more a visual deterrent than anything. I've had 2 sets of rims stolen with locks on (Honda OEM and McGard premium).

That said, I just wasted $125 on black chrome lugs and locks last week.

bwco · 03-23-2004, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by [YeS.SiR]
A lock is a lock. It's more a visual deterrent than anything. I've had 2 sets of rims stolen with locks on (Honda OEM and McGard premium).

That said, I just wasted $125 on black chrome lugs and locks last week.

you got your rims stolen at the spot? did u keep your wheel lock key in your glove box or something?

Avenger · 03-23-2004, 08:50 PM

I might have a set of factory subaru lock nut for sale in a week time. Just need to finish school first before I remove them from the car and put mags on.

Ken · 03-23-2004, 08:53 PM

The oem locks will fit your new mags.

Quote:

Originally posted by Avenger
I might have a set of factory subaru lock nut for sale in a week time. Just need to finish school first before I remove them from the car and put mags on.

Avenger · 03-23-2004, 08:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Ken
The oem locks will fit your new mags.

I got spline drive lock nuts

Oh Ken when would be a good time to meet up?

lil_impreza · 03-23-2004, 10:00 PM

imo wheels locks dont prevent your rims from being stolen, its jus an obstiacle they have to go through befor stealing them, make it a little more harder..but its good to have
its not that hard breaking a wheel lock
me and my buddy lost the key to his lock nuts and we broke the lock nuts off in less than 5 min

Quote:

Originally posted by bwco
you got your rims stolen at the spot? did u keep your wheel lock key in your glove box or something?

03-23-2004, 11:09 AM	#1
scoobysport Scooby Specialist Member#: 1671 Join Date: Jun 2000 Chapter/Region: VIC Location: White Rock Vehicle: '02 '13 WRX WRB	Wheel locks Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on these things. Should I go to the dealer and get the 'genuine Subaru' wheel locks, or are there better options from say lordco or some other shop. Brian * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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Ken NASIOC Supporter Member#: 34 Join Date: Jun 1999 Chapter/Region: VIC Location: Burnaby, BC Canada Vehicle: 2005 WRX STi World Rally Blue	You can probably get the Subaru ones cheap at the Dockstead Garage sale which should be coming up soon since it's spring.

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Penphoe Friendly Neighbourhood Moderator Member#: 269 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: VIC Location: Burnaby, B.C., Canada Vehicle: 2005 ABP LGT LTD BP6 00 Impreza RS GM6 RIP	The OEM locknuts are McGard locknuts. The only difference between the two is that the non-OEM McGard's will probably use a different size socket than 19mm. I wouldn't be surprised if you could buy McGard locknuts that have a 19mm lug end on it. LaterZ! Darren!!

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SubaruWrex Scooby Newbie Member#: 14661 Join Date: Jan 2002 Chapter/Region: W. Canada Location: Calgary Vehicle: 2004 WRX Rally Blue 90 Legacy TSD'er SOLD	I got a set of spline drives from pdm last year.. they've got them for sure.. and i'm very happy with my set... the key locks use a bigger than 19mm lug wrench though

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[YeS.SiR] Scooby Specialist Member#: 56602 Join Date: Mar 2004 Chapter/Region: VIC Location: VANCOUVER Vehicle: 2012 SWP STi	A lock is a lock. It's more a visual deterrent than anything. I've had 2 sets of rims stolen with locks on (Honda OEM and McGard premium). That said, I just wasted $125 on black chrome lugs and locks last week.

03-23-2004, 08:50 PM	#9
Avenger Scooby Specialist Member#: 1234 Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Vancouver, Canada Vehicle: 2000	I might have a set of factory subaru lock nut for sale in a week time. Just need to finish school first before I remove them from the car and put mags on.