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May 7, 2008 | 12:59 PM

JimJim

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Wheel Locks

Should i buy wheel locks for my chrome rims? How many of you got em and which kind did you get?

May 7, 2008 | 01:00 PM

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most definately, i don't know what kind i got ijust asked my wheel dealer to order me a set

May 7, 2008 | 01:33 PM

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Should i buy wheel locks for my chrome rims? How many of you got em and which kind did you get?

Welcome! Wrong forum BTW.

I recommend locks that have a key that go OVER the bolt, not inside. Something like this:

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May 7, 2008 | 01:37 PM

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Welcome! Wrong forum BTW.

I recommend locks that have a key that go OVER the bolt, not inside. Something like this:

The bad thing about this is, you can buy the keys from a auto parts store.

May 7, 2008 | 01:42 PM

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i would definitly get them...

May 7, 2008 | 01:48 PM

JimJim

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for the 08ss, do you know the size of the lugnuts? the db at pepboys wouldn't sell me the wheel locks until i knew what size. is there a way i can find out

May 7, 2008 | 02:40 PM

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12x1.5mm

May 7, 2008 | 02:42 PM

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The bad thing about this is, you can buy the keys from a auto parts store.

get a wheel lock kit from mcgard, everything is serialized and you can only get the key if you have the serial from your set. Also they are lifetime no rust guarantee

May 9, 2008 | 10:57 AM

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12x1.5mm

can anyone confirm the lugnutz of the 08 sport are 12x1.5mm? i can't find info on it anywhere and i want to get wheel locks today but i gotta get the right size...if you found it please tell me where

May 9, 2008 | 01:13 PM

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can anyone confirm the lugnutz of the 08 sport are 12x1.5mm? i can't find info on it anywhere and i want to get wheel locks today but i gotta get the right size...if you found it please tell me where

It really shouldn't have changed going to an 08 model. If you have doubts, stop by one of your local tire shops.