Best wheel locks according to redditors
We found 117 Reddit comments discussing the best wheel locks. We ranked the 47 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 117 Reddit comments discussing the best wheel locks. We ranked the 47 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
The police use a much heavier boot than what you can find on amazon
This one:
https://www.amazon.com/YaeTek-Wheel-Lock-Clamp-Theft/dp/B074SMM19Q
Police:
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You can also buy one of these for a $30 investment!
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
FYI Wheel locks are enough to ussually deter someone from stealing your wheels and they are pretty cheap.
Wheel locks
Looks like Amazon has everything
But one of these, next time he parks there, put it on. If he wants the spot, let him have it, for good.
The third style might be worth trying when you get everything back together. I got mine on amazon
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
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.
$38 for a boot on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSTEXEI/
I'm just saying...
just keep one of these in your trunk and throw it on there https://www.amazon.com/Hurbo-Adjustable-Anti-Theft-Parking-Trailer/dp/B07D73FYWY/ref=zg_bs_15706751_16?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HXD5FP150WP52M1QHJ40
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).
Not really a rite of passage but you live in a major city...there is always gunna be that risk. Lower your risk by keeping even loose change hidden from view. Also, since I’ve seen several people have their wheels jacked in Bloomingdale specifically i would pick up a set of lock lug nuts just in case. https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-71631NBC-Chrome-Thread/dp/B002809QXW/ref=asc_df_B002809QXW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312146907045&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11749705930985817337&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061285&hvtargid=pla-504007248407&psc=1
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.
Next time they park on your property, leave them this as a present on their wheel. Also, inform them that the next time it happens the boot will stay on and police will be called to issue trespassing warnings.
These should come standard with a tesla. That way when this happens. I can boot their car and make them sit around for awhile and wait on me to come back!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MK1ZZYJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xn4HDbB3EQ5YF
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.
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
Even this kind? http://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61641-Acorn-Thread/dp/B002801NI8
Citizen's boot
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 :)
By that much you mean $15?
https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Automotive-61631-Acorn-Thread/dp/B000CMJ2QE
At $25/each I'm thinking an investment in a few wheel clamps might be a good thing. Lock up the wheel of the double-parker, leave a note (so they don't damage their car), and pitch the key into the nearest trash can.
Probably also has a scam business set up so he can charge them to remove it and seem legit. Apparently you can buy the boots on Amazon. I recently saw a video of the lockpicking lawyer using two tools to open one.
edit: they're only $60 wtf
https://www.amazon.com/Hurbo-Adjustable-Anti-Theft-Parking-Trailer/dp/B07D73FYWY/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=car+boot&link_code=qs&qid=1557625479&s=gateway&sourceid=Mozilla-search&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1
Pfffff. That's childish. Wheel lock and demand unlock fee for violating charging rights.
https://www.amazon.com/Hurbo-Adjustable-Anti-Theft-Parking-1-Upgrade/dp/B07MK1ZZYJ/
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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.
Sure!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002801NI8/
Well, I guess the heights is screwed.
edit: what about a spinning sleeve one?
That's when you get yourself one of these, slap it on their wheel, and run like hell.
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.
https://www.amazon.com/TMS-Wheel-Trailer-Anti-theft-Towing/dp/B00JLUDA84
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
Car boots are $60 on Amazon nowadays, diy! https://www.amazon.com/Oanon-Wheel-Clamp-Trailers-Secure/dp/B06XBXZ5JW
Te recomiendo estos
https://www.amazon.com.mx/Gorilla-Automotive-Tuercas-Seguridad-Llantas/dp/B000CMJ2QE/
Yep. Like this one.
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.
Maybe it would be fitting justice to sacrifice one of these on the worst offenders. Not too expensive to carry around, but sure to inconvenience the offender. Lock and throw away the key.
https://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Automotive-Theft-Towing-Trailer/dp/B071JZNKC2/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1503375545&sr=8-8&keywords=wheel+clamp
Update seems its 12x1.5 for thread size per flyinmiata's site.
Thinking I should just buy a new wrench https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XJ00HE2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2LD1G37AFXYHU&psc=1
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And these Locks
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002809QXW/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
Wheels?
here's a $15 solution...
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
I have one of these wheel boots on my cargo trailer, it works great.
This costs $38
Consider it an investment. Boot the thing, park elsewhere, make the call.
Amazon says Yes
This is correct. Here's the middle one here:
https://www.amazon.com/RoadPro-R-7845-Heavy-Wheel-Puller/dp/B001JT11GI
And the green ones:
https://www.amazon.com/RoadPro-RP5PIN-Brushed-Aluminum-Assorted/dp/B001JT0H1S
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
Next time use wheel locks:
https://smile.amazon.com/McGard-24538-Chrome-Wheel-Locks/dp/B000COMX3Q
Thieves would move on to easier choices.
They have wheel boots that cover the lug nuts: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XBXZ5JW/
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.
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)
Unless you live in (insert your preferred ghetto) you should be fine and they're usually $25 or less on Amazon
You gave me a good idea. http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Anti-Theft-Wheel-Clamp-Automotive/dp/B008TECLSI
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.
here you go
Now you can pay back all those assholes who wanted you to pay for parking.
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
I got these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KZULYRC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I guess I will just add a set of these as well if they make them in black and for Honda.
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
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
Doesn't look like McGard makes ball-seat wheel locks. These are the most affordable option I've found for Honda-compatible wheel locks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KZULYMC/
Or they offer this option where you replace all of your lug nuts with wheel locks. Seems like this would at least slow down the "hammer a socket on there" attack: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KZULYRC/
It’s pretty intuitive to put one, but if you were actually to do it here’s one on amazon lol
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
r/prorevenge satisfaction for $24.90
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.
They look like this: https://www.amazon.com/TMS-Wheel-Trailer-Anti-theft-Towing/dp/B00JLUDA84
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
I wonder if the free spinning sleeve lug locks are better alternatives?
We should pool our pocket change and buy a few of these for the worst offenders.
This one is easier and much cheaper - http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Duty-Anti-Theft-Wheel-Clamp/dp/B005FG1AG2/ref=pd_sim_auto_1
The cheap way is to buy a set of wheel locks
Trucker here. I park my work truck in a line with all the rest. Everyone has a key since all the trucks are keyed the same. One time I was lazy and left some stuff in my truck. Someone too my phone charger, One of my two fifth wheel pull bars, and 2 snack packs of cheese crackers. I think I was more insulted that they took my crackers. Like dude, are you that hungry man? I would have given him some crackers if he asked.
Heard of anyone installing one of those customer versions of a city's boot? Like the one's they have for motorcycles?
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edit: like this: https://www.amazon.com/Hurbo-Adjustable-Anti-Theft-Parking-Trailer/dp/B07D73FYWY/
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geeze, nevermind: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm9K6rby98W8JigLoZOh6FQ/search?query=boot
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edit2: I've heard that some of the best ways to disable a vehicle involve just pulling the right fuse.
I got the gorilla ones from amazon
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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.
> 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
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.
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.