McGard or Rad wheel locks?

GewoW · 12-05-2010, 04:12 AM

Basically have black lugs, so am wondering if I should get a set of 20 RAD lugs + their wheel locks (to match), or just get a set of 4 McGard locks with that black top.

Opinions welcome.

SV Concepts III · 12-05-2010, 02:03 PM

They are both reputable brands, can't go wrong either way.

jeffnnj · 12-06-2010, 12:33 PM

I asked my parts manager and we have not heard of a set of rims being stolen in over 20 years. I would probably take a pass on both.

montreal red · 12-06-2010, 03:09 PM

oem wheel locks are another option. get the dealer to throw them in for free.

ChrisK · 12-06-2010, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by montreal red

oem wheel locks are another option. get the dealer to throw them in for free.

BMW has two versions of locks:

Normal and High-Security. High-Security having more keys. McGard makes the High-Security OEM locks.

I have both the High-Security OEM and RAD locks. I use the RAD and painted them black.

GewoW · 12-07-2010, 02:02 AM

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Originally Posted by montreal red

oem wheel locks are another option. get the dealer to throw them in for free.

I need a 38mm shank (12mm spacer) so that won't work unfortunately

swamp2 · 12-07-2010, 03:22 AM

I can second the OEM wheel locks. They are black, simple and look good with the rest of the lugs being OEM. They are also pretty inexpensive, maybe $40 or so online.

GewoW · 12-07-2010, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by swamp2

I can second the OEM wheel locks. They are black, simple and look good with the rest of the lugs being OEM. They are also pretty inexpensive, maybe $40 or so online.

Ya i like them too and have them, but I need to get new ones with a 12mm extension. I don't think the BMW locks can be bought at that size.

tom @ eas · 12-07-2010, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GewoW

Basically have black lugs, so am wondering if I should get a set of 20 RAD lugs + their wheel locks (to match), or just get a set of 4 McGard locks with that black top.

Opinions welcome.

BBS has used McGuard for their locks, Mercedes Benz uses Rad as an OEM supplier.

It's purely your call.

GewoW · 12-07-2010, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

BBS has used McGuard for their locks, Mercedes Benz uses Rad as an OEM supplier.

It's purely your call.

Do you carry them? Can you PM me price of 38mm shank?

Thx

GewoW · 12-11-2010, 04:36 PM

Ok guys 1 more question. Would it be better to run a 36mm shank or 42mm shank lock for a 38mm shank bolt (12mm spacer)? RAD only makes those!

tom @ eas · 12-13-2010, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by GewoW

Ok guys 1 more question. Would it be better to run a 36mm shank or 42mm shank lock for a 38mm shank bolt (12mm spacer)? RAD only makes those!

I would run the 36mm.

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swamp2 Major General Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Diego, CA USA Posts: 8,315 iTrader: (1)	I can second the OEM wheel locks. They are black, simple and look good with the rest of the lugs being OEM. They are also pretty inexpensive, maybe $40 or so online. __________________ E92 M3 \| Space Gray on Fox Red \| M-DCT \| CF Roof \| RAC RG63 Wheels \| Brembo 380mm BBK \| \| Vorsteiner Ti Exhaust \| Matte Black Grilles/Side Gills/Rear Emblem/Mirrors \| \| Alekshop Back up Camera \| GP Thunders \| BMW Aluminum Pedals \| Elite Angels \| \| VentureShield Full Front Wrap \| Hardwired V1 \| Interior Xenon Light Kit \|

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GewoW #thatsanicemovebro Drives: E92 M3 LSB/Black 6MT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 3,725 iTrader: (3) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [4.63]	Ok guys 1 more question. Would it be better to run a 36mm shank or 42mm shank lock for a 38mm shank bolt (12mm spacer)? RAD only makes those! __________________ vv Click for more pics vv Track Vids: http://www.youtube.com/gewow

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