Cheap Vs Expensive Steering Locks TESTED

[@agostonszabo6124]

I had to pause the video multiple times to catch my breath. I was wheezing so hard like a dog's chew toy on full blast. This is gold content guys! Top-notch consumer advice and this is how every product should be tested and presented, not with dry data and numbers flying everywhere. My God, I have to rewatch it again and again.

[@mistermistero652]

i just couldn't stop laughing anymore!

[@ThermalAbuse]

@@mistermistero652 see when u laugh so much so much ur cheek bones hurt.

[@jayswarrow1196]

Exactly, mate, i felt like an airmattress, on the last pew pounds before being flat: there's some air left, but you can't squeeze hard-enough..

[@ITILII]

These blokes are proper twits, they are.....right loonies !!! All the times sounding that horn must have impacted their judgement (to use the term loosely)

[@J4CK574]

Same

[@achievementbird2641]

Said it before but Taylor is a perfect addition to these videos and I love that he’s appearing so regularly

[@TheSpectre223]

Hilarious video, and some good consumer info in amongst the chaos. Much like the array of chains, locks and assorted ironmongery that I drape my motorcycle in though, they seem to mostly be deterrents rather than able to stop a professional with intent. It's a case of 'make them nick your neighbour's car instead'. Still good to have though, especially if you don't like the neighbour.

[@jamesmaybrick2001]

Yup. A planned theft would just have the car on the back of a loader and gone. But these stop or at least hinder opportunistic scum. I heard with the disklock the scum fill the back in with spray foam. No more spinny in seconds.

[@destructionnl8165]

Well in the end, if they want it, you'll loose it at some point. But exactly as you say, it's about making them think it'll take to long for them to steal your car (in this case) and have them go for any other car instead. About 10 years ago i had a car stolen from me, it wasn't a very special car, not worth a lot of money and i never thought someone would nick it. I was very suprised when i got back to te place i parked my car and discovered another car was on the spot i parked mine. It was an old cheap shitbox i used as a sort of work van (Alex probably knows what i mean now) but someone saw my old '97 Astra Wagon and figured they needed it more than i did. I was happy my tools weren't in there. Never got it back, turned out i had insured the car for damage by fire or theft, didn't give it much thought and bought another shitbox/workvan daily driver.

[@jama211]

@@destructionnl8165 the vast majority of car thefts are spur of the moment anyway, so this protects against the vast majority!

[@Abo999]

@@destructionnl8165 People will steal anything, years back I had a 1.0L Nova(...) which got nicked when we were out clubbing, my turn to drive. I guess someone just didn't want to pay for a cab home. It was a karma moment though, it had feck all petrol and it was found abandoned out of fuel halfway between Middlesbrough and Guisborough. The thieves will have had some walk even to go nick another car lol

[@TheSpectre223]

@@destructionnl8165 On the other hand, at this rate I'm at risk of them nicking my bike just to weigh in the scrap value of the locks 😂

[@izzieb]

Alex is the perfect car thief - being height impaired, you'll never see him coming.

[@g.w.customcreations3534]

The term is "vertically challenged". 😅

[@JudeAlvarez]

Vertically challenged 🤣

[@althejazzman]

He's just short for his height.

[@ScrotalCuppage2469]

Neither does his missus

[@mathiastheapprentice]

Best thing I’ve heard all year so far.

[@blakecapon4627]

can we the comment section start a petition to have Taylor and Alex to make more videos together. its like two brothers pissing around for 15-20 minutes and its amazing content to watch! keep up the good work!

[@soundsalarming]

Back in the 90's, it was easier to steal a car fitted with a Stoplock than without. Apparently, the thief would use it as a lever to break the steering lock, then cut the steering wheel to remove it. 😃

[@lvthud]

It worked that way in the 80's as well.

[@French20cent]

So basically what you're saying is, thieves in the '80s and '90s wandered around with a Stoplock handy just to fit them on the cars they wanted to steal ?

[@douglaspalmer4794]

Yep, they should've just used the hacksaw on the actual steering wheel!

[@lvthud]

@@douglaspalmer4794 exactly

[@French20cent]

@Matt Hargreaves That makes me sad.

[@TheImprobableIronman]

This is what the Internet was invented for. Informative, entertaining and just bloody good fun to watch. Loving this channel fella.

[@Jeagles]

I’ve got that Stoplock thing so I’ll try and sledgehammer proof my car, thanks for the good consumer advice 👍

[@benjy5154]

Absolutely brilliant entertainment. Ur doing a good job Alex keep it up 👍

[@TunPiccolo]

Taylor is a lot more chaotic than how he seems. At first I thought he'd been more level headed than Alex 😂 Turned out he's as maniac as Alex is

[@cxhxzz5679]

Information disguised as entertainment is the perfect description of this video! Good stuff Alex 😂

[@AndrewSmart32]

This was absolutely hilarious, we need more laughter content like this!

[@Cravendale98]

Ive got the stoplock pro elite, you'll need to come tooled up to get it off which stops opportunist thieves, obviously someone determined enough will get the car if they want to but its about making it difficult so theymove onto another target.

[@tomjackson5085]

I haven’t laughed so much watching a video, deffo one of my fav videos. Loved Taylor too, he needs to be featured more of your videos. You both are really comical together. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@Milnoc]

In two minutes, the Lock Picking Lawyer would have picked the locks of all three security devices. And that includes his usual narration!

[@pascalgodhasdonegreat8300]

I watched your video and I really do appreciate what you guys have done with this video. I just took a decision now after watching your video and I will go for the STOPLOCK PRO because it really proved to be difficult to crack plus value for money at $50. Again, I appreciate what you guys have done because you spent money buying these locks to just destroy them. I just bought my car and I haven't been sleeping well because of the absence of a proper steering lock device. My car is usually parked in front of my house and I think every thief wants a discreet operation which the STOPLOCK will not guarantee. I will use it to deter or delay them from putting me in pain. Thank you great guys

[@k956upg]

I use a stop lock as it takes no space to slide it into the back footwell when your not using it & they stole my car but had to cut through the steering wheel to do it. Also after speaking to an ex car thief I was told they use the length of the steering lock as leverage to break the integral steering lock.but with keyless entry they don’t need keys to start or get the alarm to disable & the integral steering lock also is disabled & yes the ford keyless is so bad you might as well leave the doors open. I’d use the stop lock but angle the long bit so it can’t be used as leverage to break integral lock & is a hard angle to use a hacksaw on.

[@tmphotography8443]

I have a Stop Lock the Police were giving out to people years ago . Ive found it to be a tad heavy and it can set the horn off leaning on my Mitsubishi Momo wheel . Ive a actual alloy wheel clamp and the looks you get fitting it on car parks , people think your actually clamping a car not stopping it from being nicked

[@hippopotamus86]

I think I'll stick to my immobiliser than to bother with a clamp every time! Got it linked to the clutch pedal switch, car won't start without it, dashboard shows key icon so it's not obvious what the issue is. Switch is hidden, although I have a second one activated by GPRS.

[@lukecowell7516]

@@hippopotamus86 the factory immobiliser in my car is perfectly fine at preventing my car from being started

[@RyanDeLaHaye]

This is some of the funniest stuff I have seen on KZbin in a long time. This content is amazing. A group of mates doing whatever comes to mind trying to test this stuff. Loved it and this is what youTube used to consist of and should continue to have more of it.

[@mrtictac94]

Taylor is an absolute natural at this - more of him on the channel please, Alex. Great vid lads.

[@maddave1113]

Just love how your clearly all having fun, and are mates having a laugh at the same time of some 'serious' science 😁

[@meddylad]

Fiesta ST 2017..... get the steering lock pro....fits perfectly and when if you put it on so that each set of black locking pins pass on either side of the steering wheel control buttons. To get it off they will need 2 cuts on the steering wheel near the yellow bit and then 2 cuts in the steering wheel for EACH locking pin. Either that or they need to cut through one of the steering wheels two spokes which is game over

[@Medge2sc]

One of the best videos of the year on KZbin I think Do more with Taylor, you work well together

[@dylanowens3173]

No cost anti theft for any vehicle - pull the fuel pump, and or start fuses. Can also get a battery quick disconnect and fuel cut off switch, those cost some minor monies

[@TheOneanjel]

This is what I'm thinking too. My hyundai was stolen and recovered with $2100 of damage. Geico victimized me again by only paying 1/3 the cost to repair. PD said get the Club but that looks easy to break. So disabling the vehicle makes the most sense.

[@AdeleA-kr5lp]

Can you explain further please 😬

[@polloxdabollox]

The most I've laughed in a long time, thank you guys honestly this video is gold

[@Mofoso]

A steering lock saved my friends Civic Type R, his pride and joy. Someone had stolen his car keys at a bowling alley, but couldn't go anywhere and let the car idling in the parking lot

[@lukecowell7516]

Surely the key for the lock would have been on his keys

[@filmboy18]

@@lukecowell7516 If you do things properly the keys should be kept separate.

[@clawrence6190]

Many years ago I had a Morris Marina (yes it was beige!) where the gearstick would simply come out of the floor if you pulled it up. Great deterrent - I used to just take the gearstick indoors every night 😂 Though who in their right mind would want to steal a Marina ....!

[@xowaspxowasp5772]

🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

[@matthewcampbell9956]

Now that's contiguous laughter 😂😂 brilliant stuff lads

[@54mgtf22]

Since the police never tested it, it never failed a police test. Love your work 👍

[@tamarburridge4747]

By far the best video you have made, you and Taylor are a great combo - really natural together and was like watching your best friends having a proper proper giggle 😂😂 LOVEEEE

[@HYVEnetwork]

3:48... Who knew that Alex having too much fun and laughing too much, morphs his face to look like Shmee 😂

[@GentilsGarage]

Brilliant, loved it. Great consumer advice right there, done in the best way possible. With humor.

[@lorenzomacias7338]

Would have been easier to use the hacksaw on the steering wheel itself

[@larryp85]

abc news did a special on car theft years ago. thieves simple did exactly what you said and had the lock off in less than a minute.

[@veefource]

Yup. Anything other than a disc lock is a total waste of time and money for that very reason

[@alanwayte432]

Your not exactly a criminal mastermind

[@mattb6542]

You can snap most steering locks by hand. You need your pal in the pessenger seat to put his foot across and help you turn the wheel whilst you pull from the outside. I only recommend full face locks as someone I know tried cutting a few and never got them off. Pedal boxes are also very very difficult to get off.

[@jort93z]

Honestly, hidden fuel cutoff switch is probably the best. Someone is gonna get in the car, somehow get it to crank over, and notice it doesn't start. At that point they'll probably decide it is not worth their trouble. Or the biggest chad move, quick release steering wheel and just take it with you, lol.

[@benbrisbourne8592]

Or battery isolating switch on battery terminal - even easier!

[@jort93z]

​@@benbrisbourne8592 I think that would be easier to find and fix than a fuel cutoff.

[@MrTuts4life]

The quick release works... until the theives come with a pair of mole grips...

[@NikoMoraKamu]

a magnetic swicht for ignition or fuel pump is the best , you can hide it behind a panel

[@jort93z]

@@NikoMoraKamu A magnetic switch is smart. Just make sure no weird magnetic fields can make it go off while driving... Would be bad if it goes off when you place your phone somewhere and your ignition cuts out suddenly.

[@GarryCam]

I’ve not laughed that hard in a lonnngggg time! Your videos are just getting better and better Alex thank you!

[@tris2439]

Haven't watched yet but can tell you know there are 1000% worth it. Someone got into my cupra a couple of months ago, Long story short is they most likely had the 2nd key that was missing from the car when I bought it. They unlocked the car which beeped twice and woke me up. I got to the window and banged on it and they ran. They were trying to cut the stoplock off. If they did have the key I'd have no car... So from experience definitely worth it. I went out a bought the diskloc after.

[@samist4339]

Fiesta ST ownership in a nut shell in the UK. Steering lock isn't enough security and adding more layers of security such as immobiliser and kill switch is a must now Sometimes they are just visual deterrents and often slow the theifs down but not stop them. Worst case, your pride and joy will be dragged away or your house broken into for keys

[@SuperBrainAK]

You guys are a riot! thanks. The disklok seemed like it's bar was way too short and you could easily drive it without taking it off. Just take off the pastic of the door and you will be good to go. The middle one definitely worked the best

[@noahcarter1056]

The steering wheel isnt moving the disklok spins around the wheel

[@vcjjj08]

This has to the most hilarious test video on YT. You two almost made my brain lock up with your testing antics.

[@spudmyster]

nothing but chaos from start to finish, and i bloody love it

[@northstar0506]

My 2020 outlander got stolen recent so was looking to invest in security for the new car. You did a great job testing those and I'll will most probably purchase the big yellow 1 reasoning being with the 1st 2 you could actually cut the actual steering well and the slip them off. But the disk lock would prevent that

[@HEKVT]

Since most crime, I think around 90% or so, are opportunity crimes, the locks are probably an effective deterrent

[@johnkeil4286]

Just an fyi to all.... .....Its just so much easyer to use a small saw and just cut through the steering wheel.

[@paulbrasfield]

If you attempt to use a saw to steal a car in residential neighborhood..good luck making it to your next birthday....nobody is playing games with criminals anymore.

[@CryptoCanedv2]

Its amazing how locks are just an illusion of security. I've broken into my own key safes and house with just a drill and a screwdriver.

[@stevesmith7530]

Car thieves love steering locks, they often help with breaking the factory steering lock. I have pursued many a car with a bent steering wheel back when such devices were far more common With the first two locks , if it fits that way the long end needs to up and right, between the A pillar and winscreen. It should minimise the amount of movement available. The real value in any such device is to simply be a visual deterrent, have the toe-rag look at the next car that may be easier.

[@car4367]

right okay may as well ask. on a datsun 120y-sounding situation, whats the likelihood ill get nicked

[@mattfreeman5618]

The most effective thief deterrent is that Vauxhall badge

[@cogboy302]

I had two diskloks. I only have one now. Misplaced the keys for my daily and went looking for the spares. Turns out I had 3 keys for one disklok and only 1 for the lock on the car. Tried to yeehah it off, tried a crow bar, hammer, etc. Ended up cutting it off with a grinder. Not exactly quiet or inconspicuous. Couple of months later the lost keys turned up. The disklok is the only steering lock I'd bother with.

[@user-ue6iv2rd1n]

From speaking to thieves they didn't bother with cars that had disk locks.

[@Obsidian762]

After seeing this, I would rather go with a well hidden kill switch that cuts power to the entire car, the fuel pump, or ignition system.

[@robtt997]

Yep. I stopped my car being stolen with a hidden switch for the fuel pump. Simple

[@chrishart8548]

@@robtt997 I had an escort mk5 if you open the glove box there is a gap along the top edge I hid a switch in there. And ran some hidden black wires down to the drivers footwear there was some box in there that controlled the fuel pump. At first I started taking the whole unit out. It was only the size of a cassette tape. But I was worried if I ever lost it it could be an expensive part and also I wouldn't be able to use the car.

[@robtt997]

@@chrishart8548 I wonder if the next owner of my Cav SRi ever found the switch ! Just hope he wasn’t giving it the beans at the time lol

[@MrTwoZZT]

How about a none hidden labelled kill switch that is wired to something that kills the thief, technically if youve labelled it its their own fault for pressing the switch.

[@sally6457]

Got to think of the desperate nature of criminals, I'd rather wake up to find the car gone, than be woken up by the ba£%ards to start it for them! Especially now that the police don't count car theft as an emergency. I'd wire a capacitor to the house door and windows too.

[@chefinavan1]

For the 2 bar type locks just cut a gap in the ring of the steering wheel and remove the bar . Replace the steering wheel when safely at your lair .

[@gannathan4666]

nice send of humor video but done a great test of the locks to its maximum strenght :-).. well done guys.. keep providing contents like this

[@eoinmccormack8122]

As an Halfords employee I love the comparing Halfords products vids I could watch these all day!

[@xowaspxowasp5772]

It's easier to cut through the steering wheel with the first two. Cut the arm off the Disklok & use expanding foam to secure it to the wheel. The weakest point of a Disklok is the hinge.

[@FlyPapiSin]

This was actually a really good review for the first time i ever say it and you all earned a subscriber.

[@itsjoel]

“Sorry I thought this was my car” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@TH-eb5ro]

LOL, when you put the basic red club in try to install it into the edge of the window/corner piece, can't spin without breaking the window. some can be extended to area where floor meets console, cannot move that either. Also try to put the key of the lock away from you.

[@Paladonial]

My fiesta ST was stolen with a DiskLock on. They drove it onto a housing estate around the corner and tried to use a grinder to get it off (they couldn't). I found it the next morning with the lock still on but all the contents gone along with the drivers window. Great lock as they couldn't get it off but now have a bollard to stop them driving off with it still on

[@jamesmaybrick2001]

its always a Fezza that gets nicked. My beloved got stolen a few years back. You would think ford would at least try to make them slightly hard to steal.

[@hippopotamus86]

I have a switch connected to the clutch pedal, good luck finding it!

[@AutoMotive_Vision]

This has go to be the funniest video I’ve seen in a while, absolutely hilarious

[@TheInsanewardog]

This video was 90% giggling like school girls. But it was contagious as it had me giggling along with you 🤣🤣 great video!!!

[@connorlabelle]

Taylor Is always a treat to see🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BlazinNSoul]

I hope this was a vehicle they sacrificed for science!! That stearing wheel is f*** no mater how fun it was to see this!! Personally, i feel brake locks should get more love here. Your brakes are probably the strongest parts of your vehicle. It's not easy to cut through nor recommend if getting away safely is a priority lol. Loved this, though, as f** brilliant work as you guys need to do more of these. :)

[@focusedman5759]

Destroying a Vectra in the interest of product testing was a stroke of genius. I was crying laughing🤣🤣 Loving the channel Alex❤

[@chrishart8548]

Its only a vectra im still surprised its even still around.

[@mrcaboosevg6089]

​@@chrishart8548 1.9 diesel Vectra are good cars, they're just the peak of dullness. Respond well to tuning though, the ex police 1.9 especially are pretty quick

[@chrishart8548]

@@mrcaboosevg6089 but where have they all gone it's very rare to see one now.

[@mrcaboosevg6089]

@@chrishart8548 Scrapped i would imagine, i scrapped mine even though there was nothing wrong with it. They're just worthless, it's not like they rust either since mine didn't have a spec of rust on it

[@asifnoaman8978]

There very underrated cars. Shame its reputation was demonotised by top gear. Seen plenty of ones exceed 200,000 miles

[@rhddfgdfdrgd]

and btw if you wanna be just a bit more safe turn the wheels so they point in most car are push away from where they are befor breaking it it's some thing i hear on the pub i may or may not have done it like so it's alway lovely when there is peach and quiet to work

[@Shooting-Up]

This is the funniest video I’ve ever watched on KZbin 😂😂😂😂 subscribed

[@gafynashley5531]

Hands down this is your funniest video on this channel literally had us all laughing like little school girls 🤣

[@YoungB938]

can you fellas create an update video on the stop lock pro but this time using a different approach? Thieves will want to be as quiet as possible. Thanks and have a happy new year

[@radiohead2206]

Yes Captain, you should have made it to the nearby runway and not gone in the river. We established that after the 18th try. Give these locks a break. The second one you spent a day and made more noise than construction on Golden Gate bridge.

[@fujohnson8667]

I view steering locks as more of a visual deterrent for the chancer type thief than stopping a professional thief.

[@sjbr101]

Can i just have a moments appreciation for Alex's muscles, the man spend time in the gym, nuf respect 👌👌

[@adampearson3844]

One of the funniest videos I've seen in a while! Laughed my ass off boys 🤣

[@pieterv6984]

Always nice to have Taylor in the vids. Brilliant one this was.

[@SerenaBluee]

These are exactly the automotive shenanigans I subscribed for.

[@lukem9962]

These are easy to break fill disclosure with expanding foam and the other type hacksaw the wheel slides out pedal guards are most effective

[@martynj-c4965]

What about the new Disklok Diamond edition? I've seen the Stop lock opened in under 1 minute by picking the lock 🔐 .... a few friends disable their cars under the bonnet .... there are deterrents but if somebody wants your car they'll take it ....trackers to get your car back but no actual theft deterrent....

[@MAdams853]

I had mk2 fiesta, used to remove the HT lead when parking.

[@christopherbeale7801]

I think a criminal would know to pull out the fuse for the horn 😂

[@mc4130]

Oh my god, that horn!! Your tears had me in tears! So genuinely stupidly funny!!

[@Altanabstick]

That ratty old Vauxhal is your best deterrent 😂

[@oliverrice8869]

Good video. I like this Taylor guy too. He’s my sort of people.

[@CarChris82]

Hi Alex I just watched all your vids on the new channel great work mate love it.your doing some really cool and nice things like tuning up the 20v coupe to helping Michael.keep up the good work mate 1m Subs in no time 👏 👍

[@NoBody-me5me]

BRILLIANT, had me in tears guys, Love it.

[@Deadlocks86]

Had a good laugh at that. Good info. I can get the first one off with a tape measure in less than 10 seconds tho (have a crap old video of doing it on here somwhere) Those disklok ones are awesome locks.

[@ROrneli]

for the average thief the club is enough. it will discourage most joy ridders . if you have some hot car that gets stolen often (like a dodge charger) then maybe a step up . but the thing here is to create layers of annoyance .if I was a car thief I would problaly skip a car with a club on it. the owners obviously values his car and that prooblaly won't be the only thing there to keep me from stealing it. maybe a GPS or silent alarm or a pulled fuse or something else or even an armed one.. I rather look for a car that the owner oobviously does not care if the car gets taken as it has full coverage insurance.

[@SniffBackBetter]

Not only is this informative but it's also comedy gold!

[@fordys_fez]

Just what i have been waiting for, this channel is just pure class! Best idea you've ever had Alex ;)

[@Fleetwood101]

Please keep these videos up, brightens up my day 👍

[@richardlamb2551]

Disc lock every time , you said on this video 2 minutes to get it off but in actual fact it took over 4 and that’s with a variety of tools ! To much noise as well ! What I would say is that disc lock need to improve on what they have there is room for a couple of mods on it which I will do on mine couple of peices of steel welded to the back just to give it a bit more strength.

[@shieldmaiden8524]

Yes to the disklok Had mine for over 10 years 👍

[@Rouxenator]

In SA we had the Gorilla lock, it hooked around your clutch pedal and one of your steering wheel spokes.

[@marchenning5037]

In SA as well I remember the gorilla lock driver lost the vehicles keys and there were no spares for the gorilla lock. A quick snip with the bolt cutters on the steering wheel and off we went.

[@markpritchard3099]

🤣🤣 the cars ive seen using the first design is either cut steering wheel and simply bend it, not sure if disc lock available in Australia but how hard is it to crack with the arm properly locked on the dash ?

[@C4RCRAZ3Y]

Back in the day my grandad had a Sierra with the big yellow and grey stop lock that was insurance approved. They broke it off the steering wheel and then used it to snap open the iron gates at the end of the drive. We did end up with the car back after the Manchester police heard the car on Philips Park, the local park, being screwed to high heaven. It surprisingly undamaged and with a few insurance repairs returned to him. We kept the car for a few years after and eventually it became mine. Unfortunately it was myself that ended up scraping the car and fitted the wheels and tyres to a mk1 fiesta. I could to describe the next 78 vehicles I've owned but I won't bore you with that ...... or should I?

[@richlee509]

No

[@Beareboy]

most thieves don't go for the locks if they are there but the wheel itself, cut through and remove

[@trev8591]

Haven't laughed so much for months! Thanks, fellas!

[@ExconnorS]

4 mins in and I’m howling ffs well done 👏 👏👏

[@rafaeledwards1407]

I had a great time watching this video, fun time for sure. It sounds crazy but I use 3 different steering wheel locks at once in my Honda Civic plus the car alarm as a challenge for the thief.

[@emailcommunication4103]

What car alarm are you using?

[@allanbaisley1898]

Taylor is a very entertaining addition to your channel.

[@rodders9512]

One of the funniest things I've watched this year haha

[@kageyme8109]

Biggest problem is where do you put the disklock ? If it's not handy then you simply don't use it when needed !! Stoplok every time

[@MrDovanele]

LOL this is amazing production value. Haven't laughed this hard in a while!

[@robster230]

So funny I showed the whole video to my wife, who couldn't give a toss about cars and she loved it 😂