11 replies to this topic

[andyapanel]

I am going to buy a Stoplock/ Stoplock pro.

The application guide infers both will fit, but recommend the Stoplock.

Its going on a standard 1990 steering wheel.

What are your recommendations?

TIA

[bpirie1000]

Just take the rotor arm with you....

Or wire a switch under the dash somewhere sneaky...

Or get a quick release steerung wheel...

[mab01uk]

AutoExpress Product Test: Best steering wheel locks 2025:-

https://www.autoexpr...ing-wheel-locks

 

Quick Release Steering Wheel Boss - Mini

Available in two fitment options:
- Momo steering wheel style with bolt pattern (PCD): 6x70 mm
- Moto Lita style with bolt pattern (PCD): 9x4" (101.6mm).

https://www.minispor...wheel-boss.html

Edited by mab01uk, 16 August 2025 - 12:43 PM.

[mab01uk]

Many years ago I used to use an old fashioned 'Krooklock' to secure my Mini when parked as a visible deterrent, along with some other 'hidden' security switches, etc.

 

Once when returning from London on the train, I could see from the train window, the drivers door of my Mini wide open in the station car park with a thief trying to remove the Krooklock. By the time I ran down to the car he had made off or hidden and had clearly been trying to bend my expensive Moto-lita steering wheel to release it. However a Moto-lita alloy spoke is quite strong plus I used to put the Krooklock through the hole nearest the boss and both had withstood the attack with a few scratches. A more professional thief might have been more successful but it did at least act as a delaying deterrent that time....

[Steam]

If a professional theif wants your car then nothing will stop them, a visible anti deterent will dissuade most opportunists. I use a "Club lock" which is very similsr to the krooklok.

[Shep76S]

Disclock for me. Got to try something!

[andyapanel]

I looked the Disclock, but it’s not for me.
I just need advice on the two Stoplocks.
Thanks for everyone’s input.

[mab01uk]

If you are in the UK you could drop into Halfords who sell both Stoplocks and ask to try fitting each before buying the one that fits your steering wheel best.

The Stoplock Pro if it fits ok is a heavier more solid construction for a small extra cost.

 

Halfords website says: "If you aren’t sure which car security product to go for or need some help fitting your new steering wheels lock for the first time, just pop into your local Halfords store. One of our car security experts will happily help you to choose and install your new steering wheel lock."

 

Stoplock Pro Vs Original (Reviewed)

Edited by mab01uk, Yesterday, 01:10 PM.

[yeti21586]

I had a secondary ignition switch with key hidden under the dash and also had a removable steering wheel

[andyapanel]

Thank you for the replies.
A visit to Halfords later looks like an excellent idea.

[bpirie1000]

Hell frauds..... just don't get them to mix any paint....

Their shocking at mixes...

Their staff laughed at me when i asked for tartan red paint.... even when i gave him the paint code, he said i was having a laugh and there was no.such thing.... he looked it up...

I walked out......no faith.....

But on the plus side, their garage tools are pretty good....

[andyapanel]

Yes, the tools are very good.