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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:16 PM
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Default Theft avoidance for nice Audi valve stem covers...

I think I've figured out an effective strategy for protecting my pimp new Audi valve stem covers against theft. It's really so simple and ingenious, I'm surprised that no one thought of it earlier.

Basically, the method involves not cleaning your wheels. So the covers are so filthy, that the would-be thief would likely rather not risk getting hands dirty during the pilferage. Plus, it saves me the trouble and time of having to keep my wheels clean.

Pretty good idea, doncha think?
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:17 PM
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Bored? )
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:24 PM
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Cool, Brad. Almost as effective as, say, superglue. :-)
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:25 PM
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Default Cool, I'm ahead of the game on this one...

I removed one last night and funny, I don't remember them being black...
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:29 PM
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I suggest using JB Weld, they'll never steal them!
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:33 PM
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Two late for me...I've already had to replace two. Now I have 4 extra.
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:36 PM
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No one has even stolen my black plastic ones. Maybe if I Zaino them...
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:38 PM
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When I see you in person I'll tell you where.
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 03:47 PM
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I just torque mine to 90 ft-lbs. Valve stems are a warranty item, right?
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Old Apr 18, 2001 | 04:39 PM
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I've had 3 sets of BBS valve stem covers ripped off so far.
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