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Halfords Steering Wheel Sheild
Newest Review: ... since then, we swore we would do everything we could to prevent it from happening. We did some research on the internet and ... more  ... car magazines; the Halford lock came up trumps. It's a VERY solid thing covering the bottom half of the steering wheel. Fitting it on the Focus is a little awkward (obviously I cannot comment on other models); the bottom bar has a protruding bracket that locks it onto the wheel. But the lock can jam and it is a frustrating experience when you just want to leave the car and get on with your business. Same with taking it off; the key has to be inserted ALL THE WAY IN before it will turn, but again if the mechanism is...more |
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Halfords Steering Wheel Sheild: A new big yellow habit. (252 words)
by drbanner - written on 31.12.01 (Useful, 1860 readings)
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I bought the lock for my girlfriend's new Focus after her previous car was stolen by young punks after a joyride; that story ended by them being arrested by the police only to be let off with a small fine by the courts. Trust me, you will not find justice in the courts. Ever since then, we swore we would do everything we could to prevent it from happening. We did some research on the internet and car magazines; the Halford lock came up trumps. It's a VERY solid thing covering the bottom half of the steering wheel. Fitting it on the Focus is a little awkward (obviously I cannot comment on other models); the bottom bar has a protruding bracket ...
It's big, it's yellow and it fits over your steering ... (447 words)
by LegendaryMrDude - written on 24.07.01 (Very useful, 2416 readings)
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'Crook Locks' would appear to have come a long way since the days when you just bolted a lump of iron bar to the top of your steering wheel... The idea behind the Halfords Steering Wheel Shield is that fitting the device over your steering wheel makes it impossible for a thief to turn the wheel (or nick the drivers airbag), thus deterring opportunistic car thieves. It's touted as being virtually indestructible, being made from various impact resistant materials with a drill-proof lock and a saw-proof 'bar'. I've not actually gone at it with a hammer, drill or hacksaw but it does feel very sturdy. Halfords claim that it should resist attack for more than 5 ...
