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Old Oct 18, 2016 | 07:30 AM
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I want to buy the best wheel lock set for my Jeep Wrangler I'd really like for all lugs to be locks even my spare I don't want to loose my new wheels or tires! Any advice would be appreciated.
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Old Oct 18, 2016 | 08:03 AM
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As I recall if you do a search on wheel locks on the forum quite a bit was said about which are the best. I use Gorilla and they seem fine to me. Comes in a set of 4 with a form to mail to Gorrila to get a 5th matching one for the spare.
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Old Oct 18, 2016 | 08:45 AM
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Check with Quadratec. They have a good assortment.
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Old Oct 18, 2016 | 09:21 AM
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i use mcgard.
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Old Oct 18, 2016 | 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by bbolander
I use Gorilla and they seem fine to me. Comes in a set of 4 with a form to mail to Gorrila to get a 5th matching one for the spare.
I also have the Gorilla, but instead of paying more and waiting for a matching fifth set, I just bought the 6-lug set which comes with (4 wheels X 6 lock lugs) 24 locking lugs which covers the 4 wheels in use and 3 needed for the spare + 1 extra.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00280CTHW/

^I bought the shiny chrome ones above, but I believe there's a black set as well (can't find on Amazon right now) which most would probably prefer.

Last edited by Vintage; Oct 18, 2016 at 10:05 AM. Reason: mention black set available
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Old Oct 18, 2016 | 02:59 PM
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Buy the ones that fit inside your lug holes. I bought the eBay ones that look just like the gorilla ones. Surprise, surprise- my key takes off the gorilla lugs. They're universal, anyone can steal your wheels. I had a set from the local auto parts store that was a little more 'secure' but none of these will slow down someone who knows what they want and how to get them.

If you're honestly concerned about theft then put 5 different locks on each wheel. You'll seriously slow someone down until they get pissed and just slit the tire.
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Old Oct 18, 2016 | 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by karls10jk

If you're honestly concerned about theft then put 5 different locks on each wheel. You'll seriously slow someone down until they get pissed and just slit the tire.
Locks keep honest people honest, nothing more.
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 03:46 AM
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I was more concerned about the spare hanging out there with no protection, as it takes less time to nab. I picked up a Bolt lock for 16 bucks and gave myself a sense of security.
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by landoawd
I was more concerned about the spare hanging out there with no protection, as it takes less time to nab. I picked up a Bolt lock for 16 bucks and gave myself a sense of security.
Make sure that the tumbler has some kind of dust cover to keep it closed to the elements. Have seen many locks that spend a bunch of time in areas like that, or under the bed of a pickup, that get packed solid with dirt, mud, grime, etc. and then you have a bigger issue when you actually need to access it. I know my rear spare and license plate get covered with lots of trail dust and grime on a regular basis. Just something to think about.
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by jordy
Make sure that the tumbler has some kind of dust cover to keep it closed to the elements. Have seen many locks that spend a bunch of time in areas like that, or under the bed of a pickup, that get packed solid with dirt, mud, grime, etc. and then you have a bigger issue when you actually need to access it. I know my rear spare and license plate get covered with lots of trail dust and grime on a regular basis. Just something to think about.
A good point,for sure. The Bolt does have a cover.
That, and the fact my mall rated rig lives in a garage and is primarily a commuter.

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