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Master Lock Steering wheel lock
After reading various posts about svx's being ripped off I decided I would buy a steering wheel lock. So I bought a "Master Lock" brand at Walmart the other night. The kind with that uses the circular key. Decided to try that "trick" to unlock it with a certain brand of pen (won't mention it hear). To my suprise it works just about as easy as using the real key! And they are offering a $1000.00 anti-theft guarantee!! So if anyone is thinking of getting a steering wheel lock you might want to avoid this one.
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So did you return the lock? I use "The Club" with a normal key.
p.s. I've seen that video too.
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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Going to return it next week. I think I'll get the "club". I took another look at you accident pics today. It just doesn't look that bad. Hope they don't decide to declare it a "total loss".
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But the $1000 guarantee is valid only if the lock was physically broken or any of the components failed. The lock did not fail, or was not broken, so it is not covered by their Protection Program. Once the pen is removed, there is no evidence that the lock was ever broken into. You are screwed if it happens.
This whole thing started with the Kryptonite Evolution bike lock and is chronicled HERE. The video can be found here as well. Since this discovery, Kryptonite has instituted a massive recall to replace these locks on units already sold, or give them free to existing customers on an exchange basis. Other lock makers are expected to follow suit. .
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . Last edited by svxcess; 09-30-2005 at 06:17 PM. |
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...and that doesn't include laboUr for ripping the dash apart.
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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Save your money and buy better insurance. The Club is a joke. Steering wheels are soft to absorb your body blow in an accident. A hacksaw blade (about fifteen seconds) or bolt cutters (about 1-2 seconds) make quick work of a steering wheel and render the Club, or anything like it, useless. If someone wants your car they're going to take it.
The upside is a SVX is relatively rare and easily noticeable. Pros go for common, late model cars they can sell parts from. Best bet: Lojack.
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ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician w/L1. ASE Certified Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician. Certified EVT (Emergency Vehicle Technician) Last edited by Beav; 09-30-2005 at 06:50 PM. |
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I bought both (used) airbags and the controller for 600.00 usd including shipping. I did check out the dealer price first, ouch! And in Quebec, where I bought the car, you must, by law, purchase new airbags at the dealer. Manitoba?? In Ontario where I am plating the car you can install used bags. The install is quite easy. For the passenger side you just have to remove the glovebox to access the bracket bolts from underneath. The controller under the radio took the most time only due to the slightly tricky connector. I think I'll take Beav's advice regarding the Club. The interior is tan on a 95, right?
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Now if someone is prepared then yes the club will not help.
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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The same place I got my airbags has a gray pair with module for 500.00 usd.
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Where!!?!! (send me a PM please)
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! Last edited by Earthworm; 10-03-2005 at 05:37 PM. |
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I have the bulldog system...as soon as I get it installed I'll let you know what I think, but until then...
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Your wheels are on backwards
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David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
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