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Srenity 07-01-2012 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by cdoxp800 (Post 1800834)
I found out last night that the Wheel lock key that came with my 370 Nismo, fits two of my friends 370z's wheel locks.

That's really assuring to know.

It will fit any 370z and likely many other Nissans. Wheel locks are not individual just designed so that somebody with standard tools can not take them off.

Srenity 07-01-2012 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Soygen (Post 1800729)
Rotors look good and 3 of the bricks are sitting on the frame safely. One of them is pushing up on the side skirt plastic and that will probably be some minor damage once I get it up. To be honest, I'm not quite sure the safest way to lift it up now. I'm guessing from the front or back? I usually jack it up from the side and put on jackstands when I change my oil, but lifting it up sideways now will probably cause it to slide off those bricks.

Any suggestions?

See pic.

You definitly need to be caution when lifting it. Those blocks are not very stable in that configuration. I would try to find somthing with a more stable base to rest under the car prior to jacking it up. What ever stable base you find that fits place those in the front and jack the rear up via the rear differential housing. After you have wheels on the rear do the front.

Also it is likely to be a while before you get the new wheels so I would find something stable sooner than later those blocks look pretty iffy.

cdoxp800 07-01-2012 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Srenity (Post 1800840)
It will fit any 370z and likely many other Nissans. Wheel locks are not individual just designed so that somebody with standard tools can not take them off.


Got you.. Thanks for that info..

kenchan 07-01-2012 05:24 PM

That sucks sorry to hear. Hope ur insurance helps you out. Demand a new replacement with tpms and tires you recently bought. Send them ur tire receipt. GL! :)

cheshirecat 07-01-2012 05:37 PM

honestly, it shouldn't be too hard to track them down if they hit the market. It's not like 40th anniv. 370z stockers are common.

IMO, the thieves didn't know they were getting the limited edition wheels. It's funny also that the calipers, that are expensive as hell, are just sitting there.

OP, if I were you, I'd get the check cut and grab a set of nice aftermarket wheels from RavSpec or something. If you ever wanted to go back to the stockers, you could always grab a set from the classifieds for like 1500 or whatever.

chevytrucker 07-01-2012 08:01 PM

I just so happened I saw this while I was at work today and did some checking before I left. The factory wheels for the 40th Anniversary are $703 apiece list price with no TPMS sensors. Nissan's price on the factory Bridgestones is $1,500 exactly for a set. There are about ten of the front wheels available in the country, and a dozen or so rear wheels, so your local dealer should be able to have them within a few days.

If insurance will cut you a check, I'd say go aftermarket. You could get a nice set of aftermarket wheels and a set of tires better than stock for that money. It's your car though, and I could totally understand sticking with the factory wheels for a special edition. Hope this helps. Good luck!


Quote:

Originally Posted by Srenity (Post 1800840)
It will fit any 370z and likely many other Nissans. Wheel locks are not individual just designed so that somebody with standard tools can not take them off.

Nissan has 20-25 different keys for the wheel locks. It's not like one standard tool will do it, but there is a decent chance you could find somebody pretty easily with the same key pattern.

cheshirecat 07-01-2012 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Srenity (Post 1800840)
It will fit any 370z and likely many other Nissans. Wheel locks are not individual just designed so that somebody with standard tools can not take them off.

There's actually right around 15 different wheel locks that Nissan uses for the 370... according to the dealer, anyway.

Just for reference.

864Zbeast 07-01-2012 10:08 PM

Sorry to hear :/ best of luck!

handled 07-02-2012 11:50 AM

This is the first time that I've ever seen anybody's OE wheels being stolen. I hope it all works out in the end... that sucks!

HKYStormFront 07-02-2012 12:15 PM

craigslist should be your homepage till you get them back. several members here (especially in the southeast) have been successful at getting their wheels back. don't wait tho, get your insurance to replace them. then worst case scenario, you have a track/fun set :tup:

Supremee 07-02-2012 12:25 PM

Damn people still do this? The G community gets it enough but damn. Good luck!

I have to say I agree with the Craigslist idea. Keep an eye out, you never know they just might pop up.

adidas5482 07-02-2012 12:27 PM

My dealer told me there are 6 different key patterns for the wheel locks on my car.

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SalA 07-02-2012 12:36 PM

ANIMALS :shakes head: Hopefully, they did not do any additional damage!

I found this site awhile back. They do OEM replacement wheels and offer 370Z 18" & 19"...May have your 40th ANN. as well.

Factory Wheels - Used OEM Rims at OriginalWheels.com

twinturbonet 07-02-2012 02:57 PM

WTS: 40th Anni Wheels!! Just got them yesterday!! lol, jk man. Sucks, I know how it feels to be "violated" in that sense. I remember some douche bags stole my TV out of my 350z. It sucks.

I say you go with aftermarket if you can. Keep us updated on the outcome!

370Z Purist 07-03-2012 01:12 AM

I remember a member here actually had the wheels stolen off his 09. It was a while back, but since then, I've never heard of this happening. Good luck on both fronts. Maybe you'll end up with two sets in the end!


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