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Old 02-02-11, 04:04 PM
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Has anyone ever made a more secure locking arrangement for the wing bays on a V8 to replace the "T" key system ?

Maybe something like this in chrome ?

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Old 02-02-11, 07:14 PM
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Might have to be something with a cover over the key hole, after all they are in a vulnerable position so far as being peppered with road dirt is concerned.
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Old 03-02-11, 10:33 AM
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Has anyone ever had anyone tamper with their wing bays?

In my experience the only people who know the wing bays even exist are Bristol owners.
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Old 03-02-11, 07:00 PM
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Probably not - but the "T" key is bulky on my key ring and uncomfortable in my pocket :-)

The battery location is a thief's dream but never heard of one going missing

I have drink optics installed instead of a spare wheel in the other cupboard and it has made a superb cocktail cabinet. Mirror tiles help the effect.
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Old 04-02-11, 02:14 AM
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Probably not - but the "T" key is bulky on my key ring and uncomfortable in my pocket :-)

The battery location is a thief's dream but never heard of one going missing

I have drink optics installed instead of a spare wheel in the other cupboard and it has made a superb cocktail cabinet. Mirror tiles help the effect.
I have a holster for my T key. Garners lot of admiring looks.
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Old 04-02-11, 11:37 PM
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The T-hey makes for a superb addition in a bar fight.

Never had anybody tamper with my wing compartements.
Not much there any sensible thief wants anyway....
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