Wheel lock nuts. Worth it? What type?

[Rod VZ Storm]

Hi Guys
This is only my first post on here. Im a newbie !

Im taking delivery of my VZ Storm next week.
Whats your thoughts on wheel lock nuts.........

Are they needed these days given that a majority of cars have alloys as standard?

I was thinking of just going to Repco (or similar) to get a set. It crossed my mind that if i got the Holden ones that everyman and his dog would have the same tool/key and be able to pinch my wheels if they wanted. Where a Repco set would be less popular and less likely that someone would have the same tool to fit.

Maybe i'm paranoid as i dont normally park in deserted places at night, but i will kick myself if i lost the wheels !

cheers to all
Rod

[cashie]

Congratulations on the new car, you will love it!
What colour and is it manual/auto?
The Holden ones are not all keyed the same.
I purchased the Holden ones last week for about $45, even got black caps to match the existing ones.

[VX2VESS]

http://www.ls1.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=36860&highlight=locknuts

[Rod VZ Storm]

Thanks for the fast replys guys.
I just did a seach and found some other older info and tried to edit my orig post, but it was too late :( sorry !

I think i'll wait until i get it and see what they look like in terms of covers/colours ETC

Looks like maybe a Holden set and a aftermarket set might be the way to go for best security. The Storm has VYII SV8 wheels that might be more sort after by crooks than standard S pack wheels.

Cashie:
Its a V6 silver, six spd manual.
Im getting tints, front nudge bar, 1600kg tow pack and a few floor tie down points.
I will prob get a Blueys rubber mat straight away and then look at a hard lid in the next month or so. I just want to make sure that a hard lid is what i really want b4 committing. Its only a commuting car but i want some dry and safe storage.

hmmm might need floor mats too....... more $$$

[cashie]

Thanks for the fast replys guys.
I just did a seach and found some other older info and tried to edit my orig post, but it was too late :( sorry !

I think i'll wait until i get it and see what they look like in terms of covers/colours ETC

Looks like maybe a Holden set and a aftermarket set might be the way to go for best security. The Storm has VYII SV8 wheels that might be more sort after by crooks than standard S pack wheels.

Cashie:
Its a V6 silver, six spd manual.
Im getting tints, front nudge bar, 1600kg tow pack and a few floor tie down points.
I will prob get a Blueys rubber mat straight away and then look at a hard lid in the next month or so. I just want to make sure that a hard lid is what i really want b4 committing. Its only a commuting car but i want some dry and safe storage.

hmmm might need floor mats too....... more $$$

Hi Rod,

Picked up my ute last week, also a manual.
I am loving it, it pulls surprisingly well and I think it sounds ok. (contrary to media reports).
I traded my BA XR8 Ute in on it and I am having more fun with the V6, only thing I miss is the V8 rumble!
I have fitted:
- Mats
- Plastic tray liner
- Strut Brace
- Front lower grill
- Window Tint
- Lock Nuts
Have fun and post pics when you get it.

Also, IMHO you may find the S wheels may be more sort after as they are used on, SV6, SV8 and S, which means they could be in higher demand than your rarer wheels......

[Devil CV8]

Do not bother with the holden locknuts or any locknut that relies on splines on the outside of the locknut. ALL are easily defeated. Gorilla locknuts and Super Locks (the ones I have) are the ones to get. Both available from wheel king in melbourne (I don't have any dealings other than as a customer)

[Rod VZ Storm]

G'day Cashie
Im glad to hear you are loving it.
I was looking at spending below $30K on 2nd hand and then talked myself into a few more K and getting a brand new one. I was trying to save money and just get the standard S as they have some good deals on in Sydney at the moment.... but then i saw a Storm ..... i think i fell in love and had to have it The extra money was like the icing on the cake to make sure i was 100% happy with my purchase and not kicked myself later.

Im going from a Pajero 4x4 LWB to the ute. So its a culture shock in terms of storage, speed and ease of driving! It will be good to drive a car that is not underpowered like the 4x4. My old mans got a VS acclaim and we put some pedders stuff in it, just at standard height, but a a lot firmer for handling and towing. So i hope the ute is as good or better.

I really wanted a Falcon for space and was looking at used AU XR6 and 8 but the holden won me with the new alloytech and 6 speed gear box.
Its re-assuring to hear that u r happy with the V6 .... espec after coming from a 8

What are the mats like.... do they fit OK?..... and did u get them as the package or buy them seperate. Just wondering wat $$ they are going for.

ive got some driving lights off the 4x4 to put on the nudge bar and a couple of CB antennas to try and run cables into the engine bay.Have to look for route thru the fire wall.

We got a digi cam at work and ill do some piccys

Thanks Devil ...... i will have a look out for the ones you mention. Shops will always tell they sell a good product, but theres nothing like real word of mouth. And I was actually in Bega the other weekend and it was stinking hot !

hmmm locking fuel cap might me on my list too

[Devil CV8]

Thanks Devil ...... i will have a look out for the ones you mention. Shops will always tell they sell a good product, but theres nothing like real word of mouth. And I was actually in Bega the other weekend and it was stinking hot !


I could have shown you first hand what the super locks look like... Wheel king are I beleive the only ones selling them in Australia, and cost is approx $103 delivered.... Do a search and you will find the pics on here somewhere.