I do not have locking lugs on mine and have never had a problem. However, for the price of the locking lugs, the security could be a nice peace of mind for you.
Wheel nuts
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Wheel nuts
Even though I am a senior member here ( how'd that happen?) I am still pretty ignorant about a lot of stuff on my 2001 vert. When I got new tires the other day they told me I was missing one of the plastic gray nut caps on my polished aluminum stock wheels. I tried to buy a new one but the color was so far off (fading probably) that having a missing was not much worse.
My question: Can I just replace my plastic caps and wheel nuts (including the wheel lock one) with something like this: http://www.zip-corvette.com/ProductD...L2-SR&CTitle=&
I am not particularly sold on these I am just asking the question.
My question: Can I just replace my plastic caps and wheel nuts (including the wheel lock one) with something like this: http://www.zip-corvette.com/ProductD...L2-SR&CTitle=&
I am not particularly sold on these I am just asking the question.
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I put this same set from Zip Corvette onto my '99 convertible in place of the original nuts/plastic covers. I have the magnesium wheels and these look much better than the cheapo plastic caps.
I went without lock nuts - they pretty much make it inconvenient for you or your mechanic and are virtually no obstacle at all for thieves. I've replaced them on all my cars.
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I went without lock nuts - they pretty much make it inconvenient for you or your mechanic and are virtually no obstacle at all for thieves. I've replaced them on all my cars.
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Red cars are faster. They did a study on it.
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I got a set of chrome plastic covers from Summit Racing that work perfect. I like the factory setup since I don't have to worry about chipping or marking the lugs. My lock key as missing but i got another set with key from a forum member for cheap. Just another option.
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You can use any make or type of nuts you like as long as they have the correct GM chamfer and are the right size. I would also recommend ditching the locking nut in your case. I doubt anyone is interested in C5 Oem wheels these days. And, good luck to them trying to fit a conventional jack under there to get the wheels off.
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