Monday, January 31, 2011

Buy ADCO Spare Tire Cover 29", WHITE


Very impressed both with quality of product and timely delivery. Creme color may be a little harder to keep 'clean' but that's OK, goes well with my 5er! Under $20 total for cover & S/H. Can't beat that!Get more detail about ADCO Spare Tire Cover 29", WHITE.

Saturday, January 29, 2011

Monday, January 24, 2011

Shop For McGard 24130 Chrome Cone Seat Wheel Locks (1/2" - 20 Thread Size) - Set of 4


McGard Wheel Locks for 1/2"-20 lugnuts (24130).

These McGard lugnuts are commonly used on Fords with a ½"-20 wheel stud, typically a 13/16" socket is used to remove/install the standard lugnuts and that is the same case for the McGard key. The McGard lugnuts have a shiny triple plated chrome surface that shines like a mirror and appears to be a very durable finish. The McGard key, however, does not appear to be as sturdy. The yield strength of the key pattern seems to be sub-par. I have already noticed some stress marks on parts of the key that "grip" the pattern on the lugnuts. Although the wheel locks may carry a lifetime warranty, I have my doubts the key will last as long. The installation was very straight-forward and they match the rest of the Ford alloy wheel lugnuts almost perfectly.

Pros: Slows down wheel thieves, is aesthetically pleasing (shiny), simple to install, and inexpensive.

Cons: The key seems to be the weakest link. If you lose the key and need to change the wheel, you will have to call a wheel shop or order a replacement key. Don't misplace the key or lose it! Many owners have complained that wheel locks only serve to interfere with the rightful owner of the wheels.

Overall: This is the most cost effective way to install the "OEM" wheel locks on a Ford. Ford wants 2-3 times the price of this kit at the dealership but it is the same product made by the same company.Get more detail about McGard 24130 Chrome Cone Seat Wheel Locks (1/2" - 20 Thread Size) - Set of 4.

Saturday, January 22, 2011

EZ Geared Lug Wrench Nocord L-202E


This product has many parts that are too light weight or thin to work properly. The first time i tryed to use the gear wrench the socket that fit over the lug nut to hold the torque bent and slipped off the lug nut. The wrench did not loosen the lug nut before slipping off.Get more detail about EZ Geared Lug Wrench Nocord L-202E.

Friday, January 21, 2011

McGard 65554BK Chrome/Black SplineDrive Wheel Installation Kit (M12 x 1.25 Thread Size) - For 5 Lug Wheels Review


With a serial numbered key, AND spline drive nuts, nobody is gonna be nabbin your wheels. They also have a fantastic black finish on them that seems to be pretty durable. Great look and great product. They wont break on you like some of the others (lightweight aluminum JDM companies)Get more detail about McGard 65554BK Chrome/Black SplineDrive Wheel Installation Kit (M12 x 1.25 Thread Size) - For 5 Lug Wheels.

Monday, January 17, 2011

McGard 28017 Chrome Bolt Style Radius Seat Locks (M14 x 1.5 Thread Size) - Set of 4 This instant


I recently bought an RV which has alloy wheels. Because I will be using the RV in areas far from home and unfamiliar to me I immediately looked for wheel locks for my vehicle. McGard has a very large selection. It appears that they have a lock for almost any vehicle. The appearance and quality are both exceptional.Get more detail about McGard 28017 Chrome Bolt Style Radius Seat Locks (M14 x 1.5 Thread Size) - Set of 4.

Friday, January 14, 2011

Accutire MS-5550 Digital 300 PSI 12V Air Compressor with Light Best Quality


This item is very poor quality. Made in China, build of low-quality materials. Cheap plastic, leaking valve, lots of noise and vibration. Automatic shut-off does not work. Not sure if I can trust the gauge readings either, need to run a test. Overall, don't recommend this thing to anyone who cares about durability and reliability on the road.Get more detail about Accutire MS-5550 Digital 300 PSI 12V Air Compressor with Light.

Monday, January 10, 2011

Westward 2HKY5 Tire Pressure Gauge, Pencil, 75 PSI Buy Now


It's cheap and convenient. I leave it in my glove compartment for easy access when I happen to get the urge to check my tire pressure, and it takes less than a minute to check all 4 tires. Keeping my tires filled is safer (prevents excessive wear on the outer treads) and saves me money by both increasing gas mileage and the life-expectancy of my tires.

Low cost and low hassle for increased savings and safety made this a great buy. Get more detail about Westward 2HKY5 Tire Pressure Gauge, Pencil, 75 PSI.

Saturday, January 8, 2011

BMW Logo ABS Tire Valve Caps Order Now


These state that they are brass, but when you handle them, they feel VERY light and very cheap. They feel much more like pastic which I think is what they are. They don't look all that great on either. A little guady. Don't waste your money.Get more detail about BMW Logo ABS Tire Valve Caps.

Friday, January 7, 2011

Ken-Tool 32114 2 Piece Small Tire Iron Set Decide Now


These tools helped me save a lot of time and frustration. I had to insert an innertube inside a tubeless wheelbarrow wheel and these tools allowed me to do this without busting my hands or putting holes in the new tube. This is a tool one may hardly ever use but it has paid for itself already.Get more detail about Ken-Tool 32114 2 Piece Small Tire Iron Set.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Mr. Gasket 6905 Wheel Dust Shield - Measures 15-Inches Right now


I purchased 4 of these dust sheilds for my 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With some minor trimming to make them fit, I painted them with heat-rated paint to match the color of my Jeep. Not only do they help keep my wheels free of brake dust, they have given my Jeep the appearence of custom wheels.Get more detail about Mr. Gasket 6905 Wheel Dust Shield - Measures 15-Inches.

Monday, January 3, 2011

Lowest Price Quik-Stik Tire Changer (colors may vary)


I don't like other bicycle tire irons compared to this one.

They're too short. They break.

This one makes it easy to install a brand new tire that needs some brute force to stretch it on to the rim.

It's also devoid of any pointed edge so I don't worry about it pinching or puncturing my inner tube.

I also think it's kinder to my rims.

Yeah, it doesn't have the spoke holder that other irons have, but you quickly learn with this tool, they're unnecessary.Get more detail about Quik-Stik Tire Changer (colors may vary).

Saturday, January 1, 2011

Low Price Accutire MS-6011 Mechanical Tire Gauge 0 - 60 PSI w/ Tread Depth


Got it and zipper on case immediately broke. Whatever. I tried it out, worked perfectly. Got rid of the packaging b/c I wasn't going to be returning it. Put it in the glove box. Tried to use it a few weeks later. Didn't work at all. The needle was stuck on 12 psi. The thing feels cheap and flimsy, and it lived up to its feel.Get more detail about Accutire MS-6011 Mechanical Tire Gauge 0 - 60 PSI w/ Tread Depth.