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      02-26-2017, 07:16 AM   #1
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Exclamation Someone's M2 wheels got stolen - Let's get (additional) wheel lock bolts

Car pictured below ain't mine.

I had McGard wheel lock bolts on my 1M.

Stock size M2 wheel lock bolts = M14 x 1.25:
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=36_1812
https://www.etkbmw.com/bmw/en/parts/...ck/36136781151

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Ouch! Any idea where was this? Mine never leaves my sight and sleeps in the garage.
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M14x1.25. i have stud conversion and am looking for lock nuts that fits this, but only found 1.5 thread pitch.

Edit: bmw makes wheel lock bolts
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WOW! That makes me sick just looking at it, hope karma gets them quick.
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The m2 does not come standard with lug locks?
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Edit: bmw makes wheel lock bolts
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The m2 does not come standard with lug locks?
Yes, I know, but that's exactly why it's worth adding non-BMW wheel lock bolts: specialized thieves possess the BMW wheel locks key set, so it's just an easy-peasy unplug and run job.

If you got additional wheel lock bolts, like for example McGard, it's more work for them (eventually forcing the locks till these break) and they may possibly skip the idea of stealing your wheels but look for an easier target.

EDIT: the wheel bolts pictured below fit the 1M (M12x1.5). I used to have these: McGard 27179 sub - Black finish head ("Black Edition") (see here and here).



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Edit: bmw makes wheel lock bolts
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The m2 does not come standard with lug locks?
Yes, I know, but that's exactly why it's worth adding non-BMW wheel lock bolts: specialized thieves possess the BMW wheel locks key set, so it's just an easy-peasy unplug and run job.

If you got additional wheel lock bolts, like for example McGard, it's more work for them (eventually forcing the locks till these break) and they may possibly skip the idea of stealing your wheels but look for an easier target.



Damn i just ordered the bmw ones. This post Just came one day late.
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....specialized thieves possess the BMW wheel locks key set,....
I'm not a thief but was able to buy the complete BMW/MINI wheel key set very easily through a trade contact. Speak to your local tyre shop if you want a set
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M14x1.25. i have stud conversion and am looking for lock nuts that fits this, but only found 1.5 thread pitch.
Edit: bmw makes wheel lock bolts
McGard advises M14x1.25 for the M3 and M4 (see here). The M2 features the 437M wheels sporting the M4, so these likely fit.

Choices: see this post.

Here is the set that I bought: 27226SUB ('Black Edition' = black head) (M14x1.25)
http://shop.mcgard.de/radsicherungsbolzen-sub-21.html

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Mine never leaves my sight and sleeps in the garage.
Same here. I already learned my lesson by getting my car stolen before
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I got a set pronto, especially since I went to Chicago for a few days LOL.

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Another option: http://www.burgertuning.com/wheel_lo...t_key_BMW.html

Size confirmation: http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=36_1812
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Wheel locks stops the local junkie from stealing your wheels. A pro will remove them easily anyway.
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Wheel locks stops the local junkie from stealing your wheels. A pro will remove them easily anyway.
A pro doesn't tinker with the wheels - (s)he simply takes the whole car.
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I'll add the M14 x 1.25 size info to the first post of this thread.
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A pro doesn't tinker with the wheels - (s)he simply takes the whole car.
There are a lot of wheel thieves too, and no bolt is going to stop them.
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Its easy to defeat. You just use more than one point on the car to lift it.
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M14x1.25. i have stud conversion and am looking for lock nuts that fits this, but only found 1.5 thread pitch.

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M14x1.25 is a very strange thread pitch setup on a stud conversion.

I did a conversion on my Audi and it's M14x1.5... I use Gorilla Nuts
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Went over to the m3/4 forum and asked about the m14x1.25 lock nuts for stud conversions. Got pointed over to Motorsport hardware

https://motorsporthardware.com/produ...ded-race-nuts/
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we offer a theft deterrent option:

Vorsteiner Spline Wheel Bolts.

We offer application for newer BMW's in the 14x1.25 pitch and each bolt has it's own spline key design and key that needs to be used to install/ uninstall your wheels.

Benefits include:
-spline head design that is to be used strictly with Vorsteiner Spline key to install/ uninstall
-6 stage black coating for durability and high quality finish and luster
-30mm shank versus the traditional oem shank to offer a tighter lock in as well as accomodate 3-5mm spacers in case needed for big brake calipers
-unique bolt head design to protect wheel holes from being scratched










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This unfortunately has happened to me too except a failed attempt , which arguably is worse than coming out to all 4 gone sitting on blocks neatly. Came out to driver front wheel gone and a damaged driver skirt -- and the other passenger wheel was unbolted with the brake drum sitting on it before they took off. Living in a nice area does not keep the fuckery from seeking you out . Where it happened showed that whoever did it didn't care/doesn't have shit to lose because it was unwise to try at that specific spot for even the most brazen of thieves. It was tricky to get to dealer but a quick fix ...but it took forever for a new skirt to come in from AG . I agree with the testament. It'll just keep the amateurs/junkies away but not the pros , I would presume mine got hit by the former

Edit- locks are on of course. And I also tried to put them on my order sheet but was told to just deal with it after delivery. It was on my "to do list" but I guess I was naive to think it would not be a green light to someone in dead winter, I guess . lol
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