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  1. Who developed the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut? 

  1. Where are Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts manufactured? 

  1. How does the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut work? 

  1. What are the chances of losing a wheel if Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts are fitted?

  1. Can we fit half of the studs with Disc-Lock Safety Wheel nuts and half with conventional wheel nuts?

  1. Which systems can be fitted with Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts?

  1. What about conical wheel systems?

  1. Can the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut be re-used?

  1. Does the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut require a different torquing to conventional wheel nuts?

  1. Does the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut maintain a 'torque tension' relationship? 

  1. What sizes of the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut are available in Europe? 

  1. Does Disc-Lock manufacture left-hand thread wheel nuts? 

  1. What material is the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut made from? 

  1. Does the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut have a special coating?

  1. Is the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut corrosion resistant? 

  1. Will the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut operate effectively if painted in operator’s livery colours? 

  1. Will the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut save maintenance time?

  1. How is the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut fitted?

  1. Do you need to re-torque the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts after installation?

  1. Do you need a torque wrench when fitting Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts?

  1. Can an air-gun be used when fitting Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts?

  1. Can an air-gun be used when removing Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts?

  2. How can one maintain Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts in good condition?

  3. Should the wheel stud be lubricated with oil before fitting the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel nut?

  4. Does the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut need a UK Vehicle Inspectorate (Department of Transport) Modification Certificate?

  5. Is the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut acceptable for use on aluminum wheels?

  6. Is wheel loss really a problem?

  7. Has the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut a British Standard seal of approval?

  8. Do vehicle manufacturers fit Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts as standard?

  9. Will the fitting of Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts affect axle manufacturers’ warranties?

  10. Is the Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nut patented world-wide?

  11. How can I order Disc-Lock Safety Wheel Nuts?