wheel lock help

[Oilsink]

im having trouble finding the size of the wheel locks i need on the 08 3.5 steel rims. i went to autozone n they didnt have it in their system so i was SOL .... just wondering if you guys could gimme the right measurements

[PHENOMenalVinyl]

go on ebay type in altima wheel locks and BOOM lol thats what i did i got these kool red ones for like 20 bucks or sumtin like that

[Oilsink]

what are the measurements for the wheel locks?

[Mr.Coupe]

I need to get some as well. I was looking at some rays or volks, but most of them say "NOT TO BE USED WITH OEM WHEELS". I have SE-R wheels which are OEM so i'm not sure if I should get them or not. Sorry I'm no help, but if anyone can help me with this. Good lock dude.

Ricky C.

[Loop]

what are the measurements for the wheel locks?

You want 1.25mm

I need to get some as well. I was looking at some rays or volks, but most of them say "NOT TO BE USED WITH OEM WHEELS".

Ricky C.

I think you may be fine since your wheels are made by Rays. I have the red Rays extended lugs and love them.

[Oilsink]

mucho's gracias

[Mr.Coupe]

Loop you are just the guy I was thinking about. !!!BECAUSE OF THE WHEEL LOCKS!!! Where would I be able to find a set? ALL the lugs and wheels locks or all wheel locks, whatever. Who has a bigger variety to choose from? And they are 1.25MM cool. Links to sites would be good or places to go. Thanks Loop

Ricky C.

[Loop]

I would purchase them online, you can find better deals. All the Rays lugs(Short, Extended, or their new Volk Formula) include wheel locks(key).

You can always call Mackin Industries for a local dealer or you can go on their website and search for local dealers.

Some local websites:http://www.hrautoparts.com/http://www.mynismo.com/

Edit: Another website: http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/
Modified by Loop at 1:14 AM 4/6/2009

[code08red]

I misplaced the lock to my wheels..what do I do?

[mrodrig2]

Most aftermarket wheels use tapered 'tuner style' lug nuts while most OEM wheels use ball or radius style lug nuts. If the lug nuts say "not for use on OEM wheels" its because the lug style is meant for an aftermarket wheel.

The right style of lug is extremely important. If you get the wrong one, your lugs may loosen/come off over time due to insufficient mating surface contact. Usually you can just look at the lug nut and look at the lug seat on the wheel to make sure that they match.



These pictures are from another forum, I'll remove them if needed. The chrome lug is OEM ball aka radius. The blue lug is a Rays tapered aka conical



Edit for more lug nut fitment info paraphrased from McGard's website:To see if a new lug nut/lug lock will fit your wheel, first visually inspect the current and new lug nut. If they appear to match, install one new lug nut, then remove it. If the lug nut mating surface is not marked at all by the wheel lug seat, then you need to ensure that it is the right length and not bottoming out on the stud. The lug nut should be marked slightly by the lug seat, but it shouldn't be gouged or have non-uniform damage. Gouging likely means wrong style.
Modified by mrodrig2 at 1:51 PM 4/6/2009

[Mr.Coupe]

I would purchase them online, you can find better deals. All the Rays lugs(Short, Extended, or their new Volk Formula) include wheel locks(key).

You can always call Mackin Industries for a local dealer or you can go on their website and search for local dealers.

Some local websites:http://www.hrautoparts.com/http://www.mynismo.com/

Edit: Another website: http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/

Modified by Loop at 1:14 AM 4/6/2009

Thanks a lot LOOP.

Ricky C.

[SniperJoe]

Nice Post...Very informative. Thanks!