darkriff Report post Posted September 11, 2011 Hi, i want to buy this locks for my rims http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OEM-FACTORY-HIDDEN-CHROME-WHEEL-RIM-LOCK-LUG-NUTS-KIT-/330532121576?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3AFord|Model%3AEdge&hash=item4cf53febe8 but i don't know whats the difference between this and this http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OEM-EDGE-EXPOSED-CHROME-WHEEL-RIM-LOCK-LUG-NUTS-KIT-/250813810388?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3AFord|Model%3AEdge&hash=item3a65ab06d4 I know, one is hidden and the other is not, but which one looks better and offer better protection?? Thanks!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz Report post Posted September 12, 2011 First link is for a set that are open ended. These would be used on a traditional wheel, where a hub cap or center cap covers the lug nuts. I don't believe these are polished. The second link is for a set that are closed. These would be used on a wheel where the lug nuts are exposed. The second link will look better. As far as protection goes, it's about equal, and either set can be easily defeated by a simple $9 socket available at most auto parts stores. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cal3thousand Report post Posted November 22, 2011 Also, with a hidden setup, thieves will still try but be defeated. With the open setup, it will be a visual deterrent and will stop some from even trying. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spoolin Report post Posted November 25, 2011 These are the ones i got, hopefully they are better then the standard star pattern wheel locks. Gorilla wheel locks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz Report post Posted November 25, 2011 These are the ones i got, hopefully they are better then the standard star pattern wheel locks. Gorilla wheel locks I don't believe those can be defeated with the special socket that I mentioned in a previous post. If they fit OK, I think you may have made a wise choice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spoolin Report post Posted November 26, 2011 I looked online and it seems the style i bought are the hardest to get off without a key. The outer ring just spins so you cant hammer a socket on and take the nut off. The gap between the spinning ring and the actual lug is very thin. They fit the 22" Sport wheel just fine and they were only like $30 on Amazon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mazz Report post Posted November 26, 2011 I looked online and it seems the style i bought are the hardest to get off without a key. The outer ring just spins so you cant hammer a socket on and take the nut off. The gap between the spinning ring and the actual lug is very thin. They fit the 22" Sport wheel just fine and they were only like $30 on Amazon. What is the part number? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spoolin Report post Posted November 27, 2011 (edited) What is the part number? Gorilla Guard 61681 Acorn Wheel locks 1/2" http://www.ebay.ca/i...984.m1497.l2649 Edited November 27, 2011 by Spoolin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
