Theft deterrents - steering wheel locks, etc.

[Darren S]

Not sure why I've been having some concerns of late - but it has crossed my mind to get some form of security deterrent for the 182 in the form of a DiskLok or similar.

Just wondering what people's views and experiences are? I know full well that they won't stop someone determined - but if it makes them think twice, then it's a big positive as far as I'm concerned.

 

[npt]

Yeah get one fitted, I use the disclok type, and agree yes it can be removed but you'll need to put in a little more effort

 

[I Changed My Name]

I use a steering wheel lock bar on the 5 series

Mainly because it's easy enough to clonme a key via OBD and I can't be arsed with the hassle of claiming on insurance. Its a small deterrent that might make someone think otherwise

 

[Flat Eric]

I rate the Disklok I have got.
It's a worthwhile investment and something you can hopefully move on to next car in the future (providing the wheel is a similar size)

 

[davo172]

I rate disklok a lot I had one on my 172 got lazy a few weeks running and couldn't be arsed to fit it.

Had car from new 2002 was kicked in 2015 dislok was in the boot

So from that i would say they are definitely a detterent

 

[AshyC GT]

I use a disk lock on my Civic. Just becomes routine and takes no time at all. Store it underneath the passenger seat.

 

[Brigsy]

Disklok all day long, fairly solid/too much hassle for most twockers.

You can get a nice bag with velcro on to store in the boot, saves them flying all over the car.

 

[davo172]

I use a steering wheel lock bar on the 5 series

Mainly because it's easy enough to clonme a key via OBD and I can't be arsed with the hassle of claiming on insurance. Its a small deterrent that might make someone think otherwise

Fit an obd lock mate

 

[Darren S]

Thanks all - Disklok it is then. Do they do one big enough for the truck-sized steering wheel in the Clio?

I've always had that inverse view that being seen to 'overly' protect your car, might attract more attention? I'll just have to get over that!

 

[Mr Squashie]

I would have thought driving a 20+ year old Clio would be deterrent enough. Do people really steal these things? I thought they were only interested in 140is or Range Rovers nowadays.

I'd probably go for the bar style instead of the full wheel cover, purely because it takes up less space when it's not in use.

 

[Matt Cup]

Just get a krooklock.

I bet the current generation car thieves will be bamboozled by this 🥴

 

[Darren S]

I would have thought driving a 20+ year old Clio would be deterrent enough. Do people really steal these things? I thought they were only interested in 140is or Range Rovers nowadays.

I'd probably go for the bar style instead of the full wheel cover, purely because it takes up less space when it's not in use.

I know. And I've never had any issues with mine at all.

I just don't know why this has crossed my mind recently.

 

[Matt Cup]

Believe it or not a small fits on a 1#2 wheel.

 

[KitsonRis]

Fit a hidden battery isolator or fuel pump switch. It’s not a visual deterrent and someone might break in and realise they can’t start it before they give up.

I’ve got a StopLock bar thing for my E34 and it works well and no effort to remove and store it behind the seats when I want to use it.

 

[Darren S]

Believe it or not a small fits on a 1#2 wheel.

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Do you have one of those protective covers on the wheel underneath as well?

 

[Matt Cup]

Do you have one of those protective covers on the wheel underneath as well?

Yep, it’s only thin stretchy fabric.

 

[PP200t]

Just don’t use a steetwize steering wheel cover lock. Look good for visible deterrent, but useless. I had one on my focus st and a false obd and they still managed to cut it off and get into the obd port!!

 

[Matt Cup]

Just don’t use a steetwize steering wheel cover lock. Look good for visible deterrent, but useless. I had one on my focus st and a false obd and they still managed to cut it off and get into the obd port!!

I’m sorry, but anything with a name like that would be avoiding like the plague.

 

[Clio_fool]

I've got a disclock on the M2 and the key isn't on my car keyring either, or anywhere easy to find in the house.

 

[R3k1355]

I would have thought driving a 20+ year old Clio would be deterrent enough. Do people really steal these things? I thought they were only interested in 140is or Range Rovers nowadays.

No, unless they had a specific need for that car like they were (for some reason) fixing up a smashed one.

I know criminals are pretty stupid, but you'd have to be especially moronic to go out and steal a 20+ year old car and then go on to use it for criminal activity. Absolutely the thing will break down the moment you need to get away from the old bill.

 

[Mr Squashie]

Absolutely the thing will break down the moment you need to get away from the old bill.

The police would easily find mine by following the trail of power steering fluid

 

[PP200t]

I’m sorry, but anything with a name like that would be avoiding like the plague.

They sell them in halfrauds, and it was only as a visual deterrent. However I thought it might have actually deterred them. 🤣

 

[brisa4984]

i wouldnt bother. Used mine for 2 weeks and gave it away. heavy and just w**k to use for everyday use.

 

[Struggler]

I would have thought driving a 20+ year old Clio would be deterrent enough. Do people really steal these things? I thought they were only interested in 140is or Range Rovers nowadays.

I'd probably go for the bar style instead of the full wheel cover, purely because it takes up less space when it's not in use.

This has always been my attitude. Pretty sure every model of car will have a slightly different theft process and learning one for a seemingly old clio wouldn't be worth the investment, at the end of the day it's all a risk vs reward business and I can't see how it would tot up against a range or something stolen to order.

That being said I've been a bit more worried about joy riders recently building a track clio that now has less security that the factory. Thankfully I won't be leaving it outside at all but there's a sneaky circuit breaker on the live if ever I do.

I hope all these people who have these steering locks don't have the key on the same ring as the car key. Thieves will just rob your house for the keys and steal it that way.

 

[Darren S]

12-year-old Fiesta with 100k on the clock getting stolen. Seemingly any 'ol s**t is still fair game.

My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned

Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech.

www.bbc.co.uk

 

[Matt Cup]

12-year-old Fiesta with 100k on the clock getting stolen. Seemingly any 'ol s**t is still fair game.

My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned

Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech.

www.bbc.co.uk

It’s because those fiesta’s are seemingly a piece of piss to steal.

Like in the US you can break in and start relatively new Kia’s and Hyundai’s with the end of a usb stick as they have no immobiliser 😂

 

[Darren S]

It’s because those fiesta’s are seemingly a piece of piss to steal.

Like in the US you can break in and start relatively new Kia’s and Hyundai’s with the end of a usb stick as they have no immobiliser 😂

True. That Fiesta couldn't have been worth sod all though - strange that it would even be targeted. Unless is was pure opportunity.

It's like the modern cars that all have their wing mirrors folding. Any scroat can visually scan a car park and see which one is unlocked. They might not have the kit to steal the car - but they can certainly have a good rummage inside.

 

[mumpy]

Have been using a disklok for years, good enough for me

 

[Nickw88]

It might seem a little overkill, but what about a Ghost? I wouldn't not have one on anything of value (actual value or sentimental) after having my last car nicked.

They can be removed and transfered to another car when you come to sell, should you want to, so it's not just money thrown away, but will do a lot more than a disklok or similar that can be removed fairly easily with the right knowhow

 

[Chrisgti6]

I've got a Disklok sat outside doing nothing if anyone wants to buy it? I'll doubke check the size shortly and report back.

 

[Matt Cup]

I've got a Disklok sat outside doing nothing if anyone wants to buy it? I'll doubke check the size shortly and report back.

You got both keys?

https://cliosport.net/threads/any-advice-on-removing-a-disklok.853721/

 

[Chrisgti6]

You got both keys?

https://cliosport.net/threads/any-advice-on-removing-a-disklok.853721/

No, only 1 I think

 

[cat171]

There is a more expensive Disklok (called a diamond edition) now too, it's £300.00 but a higher rated level of security.

 

[Clio_fool]

It might seem a little overkill, but what about a Ghost? I wouldn't not have one on anything of value (actual value or sentimental) after having my last car nicked.

They can be removed and transfered to another car when you come to sell, should you want to, so it's not just money thrown away, but will do a lot more than a disklok or similar that can be removed fairly easily with the right knowhow

I'd definitely forget the code and be stuck at work with my car blocking the loading bay 🤣.

 

[PP200t]

It might seem a little overkill, but what about a Ghost? I wouldn't not have one on anything of value (actual value or sentimental) after having my last car nicked.

They can be removed and transfered to another car when you come to sell, should you want to, so it's not just money thrown away, but will do a lot more than a disklok or similar that can be removed fairly easily with the right knowhow

My worry is if someone wants it, they will come and get it. If they will break into the house to get the keys, they will break in and wake you up to ask for the code. It’s another thing to worry about for me.

 

[Nickw88]

My worry is if someone wants it, they will come and get it. If they will break into the house to get the keys, they will break in and wake you up to ask for the code. It’s another thing to worry about for me.

Well there is always a risk of that. But I’d like to think that it’s enough to put off chancers trying to remote start it from outside. Although I guess that theory only applies to keyless cars anyway.

When mine was nicked they broke in and left with the keys without waking anyone. As much as I like the idea of being the hero in my birthday suit chasing someone down the road, in reality I’d probably s**t myself and give them what they want 😂

 

[Djw John]

Stick some Volvo badges on it

 

[Brigsy]

I think realistically no twocker will get a ph2 172/182 clio fired up without the key. Ive never seen an immob bypass or delete for ph2, and any trick software will be expensive/rare to find. Sometimes struggle to get them started with the key

Disklok is a great visual deterrent though. Saves the mess of somebody wrecking the car in the process of trying to get it going.

 

[hopgop1]

It might seem a little overkill, but what about a Ghost? I wouldn't not have one on anything of value (actual value or sentimental) after having my last car nicked.

They can be removed and transfered to another car when you come to sell, should you want to, so it's not just money thrown away, but will do a lot more than a disklok or similar that can be removed fairly easily with the right knowhow

Would a ghost even work on a mk2 Clio? Think the switches you use for the code need to be on the car's CAN data line, not sure if they are or not, but I suspect not.

 

[Nickw88]

Would a ghost even work on a mk2 Clio? Think the switches you use for the code need to be on the car's CAN data line, not sure if they are or not, but I suspect not.

I did wonder the same so googled it before posting up. They do work on them 👍🏻