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Anyone know the thread size for the lug nuts/wheel locks? Don't like the factory ones that stick out past the lug nuts.

I prefer this style

Gorilla Automotive 71631N Acorn Wheel Locks (12mm x 1.50" Thread Size) - Pack of 4 : Amazon.com : Automotive

If the 12'/13' lug nuts are the same I believe these should fit

Gorilla Automotive 71641N Acorn Wheel Locks (14mm x 1.50" Thread Size) : Amazon.com : Automotive

Can anyone confirm??
Mine didn't come from the factory with wheel locks. I believe this is a dealer added item. Any one know for sure?
 
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I purchased my Black Chrome Lug Nuts and wheel locks from Summit Made by Gorilla ,, I think they look great! :thumbsup:
 
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If you Google Gorilla vs McGuard locks, it seems that McGuard wins..even tho' they might not look as good. They say Gorilla are made in China and rust eventually and are easier to get off by hammering a socket over them. Of course if they want your wheels bad enough, nothing will stop a thief. Any comments on which work better?
 
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Just thought I would throw out there what I found out after I tried a few different options on some of the wheel locks. Theses are going on a 2014 Summit. First tried the dealer recommended Mopar (Mcgard) 82212564, these are too long and stick out like a sore thumb above the original lug nuts. Then tried the Gorilla 71641N these ones did not have the bulge flange on them like the original lug nuts so they looked too small sitting in there next to the original lugs. And finally the Gorilla 96641C was what I settled on, it seemed to provide the closest look to the original lugs when installed in my opinion. This one does not have the ring that spins on the top of it like the Mopar so not technically quite as secure but also does not stick up so far like the Mopar to warrant it as much either. I am just looking to prevent the casual opportunist thieves, the professional will get them if they really want them. Pictures from left to right are the Original Lug, 96641C, 82212564 and 71641N. Hope this helps others avoid the buying trial and error I went through. I do still have the 71641N and 82212564 that I will sell to anyone who wants them for half the price I paid for them, they are opened but unused the 82212564 comes with two keys, PM me if interested. :)
 

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Thanks for the pics Silvermax. The second from the left are Gorillas also ? The one on the far right looks like similar design and are the Gorilla's I'm used to seeing. My only concern is if the cone has enough surface area to properly seat in the wheel and distribute the clamping force of the torque specs ! I had a set on an older car that had a cone just a bit too small and it chewed into the wheel and definitely was a safety hazard ! I live in NYC so need to keep these '14 Summit wheels from getting stolen ! Any thoughts !?
 
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Thanks for the pics Silvermax. The second from the left are Gorillas also ? The one on the far right looks like similar design and are the Gorilla's I'm used to seeing. My only concern is if the cone has enough surface area to properly seat in the wheel and distribute the clamping force of the torque specs ! I had a set on an older car that had a cone just a bit too small and it chewed into the wheel and definitely was a safety hazard ! I live in NYC so need to keep these '14 Summit wheels from getting stolen ! Any thoughts !?
Yes correct the second from the left are Gorilla 96641C they have a more similar size flange or cone to the original lugs and look the closest in my opinion if you are only replacing one lug with a lock on each wheel. If you are replacing all 5 they will all match anyway so its which ever your preference. My goal was just to get rid of the ugly ass Mopar (Mcgard) 82212564. The 96641C seemed best for replacing one on each wheel, probably not as secure as the 82212564 but just trying to prevent average thief that will just move on to the next when they see a lock
 
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The ones on the right are what I am running but all five are the same. I figure if you have to use a key for one, what's the difference in using a key for all of them? Although the Gorillas are smaller, the seating surface against the wheel is the same as the stock nuts.
 
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I agree with the 20 locking lugs - simpler for you to use same socket - harder for theif to defeat 20 then 4. The ones on the right are the Gorillas - right ? How long have you been using them and any rust ? I had Gorillas for my 2006 mustang and they rusted in a few months. Went back to OEM lugs.
 
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