We Tested Car Break-In Products

How hard is the art of lockpicking your way into a vehicle? Today we found out.

HERE IN MY GARAGE…
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Milwaukee - 48-22-0125G - 25 ft. Magnetic Tape Measure - 2-Pack

Milwaukee 48-59-1880 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC 8 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery and M18 /M12 Charger Kit

Milwaukee Angle Grinding 2781-22 M18 Fuel 4-1/2"/5" Slide, Kit

Milwaukee 2735-20 18V Li-Ion Flashlight

Milwaukee 2557-20 M12 Fuel 3/8" Ratchet

Milwaukee 48-11-1880 M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT 18v 8.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Milwaukee 2125-21XC M12 LED Underhood Light Kit

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3/8" Compact Impact Wrench with Friction Ring

Adenna Dark Light 9 mil Nitrile Powder Free Exam Gloves (Black), Large - Box of 100 (DLG676)

Scott Shop Towels Original (75143), Blue, 55 Sheets / Standard Roll, 30 Rolls / Case (10 Bundles of 3 Rolls), 1,650 Towels / Case

Zep Cherry Bomb Industrial Pumice Hand Cleaner - 48 Ounce (Case of 4) ZUCBHC48CA

AIDEA Microfiber Cleaning Cloths-100PK

Barrow 52 in. Brown Large Rectangle Wood Coffee Table with Lift Top

Barrow 52 in. Brown Large Rectangle Wood Coffee Table with Lift Top

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[lockpickinglawyer]

Awesome job picking — you seem to have a knack for it. I love that your first Lishi pick was a 350z because it was mine as well! I still have the 350z I bought in 2003 (and did a twin turbo conversion in ‘06 😈). I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of it.

[binkoboy]

“Got some binding on 8” Jerry channeling his inner Lock Picking Lawyer😂

[reptileescape]

(Lockpicking Lawyer’s Voice) Binding on number 8…
That killed me rofl 😂😂

[TomEarley]

Everyone at Donut should have a week with a practice lock, then do a competition to see who can pick a lock.

[thepaultergeist]

Pro tip: when you use an air wedge, use it on the passenger side so that if the door gets warped a little the driver doesn't have to hear wind noise for the rest of their life.

[theyotaduo]

Yooo, thanks for showing me this! I was skeptical at first but I bought a “Lishis” and practiced unlocking and starting my truck. I got so good at it to the point that I have successfully stole two cars in my first week! Thanks Donut and keep up the good work! 💯 💯

[valfreyja]

Donut x Lock Picking Lawyer?? The unexpected crossover that I am so here for

[nikalasguadagnino]

Jerry just casually picking locks is both incredible and terrifying lmao

[andrewales]

My husband and father-in-law ran a roadside assistance service, including lockouts. The bag is by far the most common way they got into cars, worked on pretty much everything except a Mercedes G-Wagon (the doors are too strong to wedge out). Most modern cars have shielding to prevent the use of a slim jim. And the coat-hanger looking thing can be very effective for lever lock style doors.

[thethturtle]

I’m a Locksmith from Louisville KY, I use the air wedge and the Lishi tool every single day. Thanks for showing the world a little bit of what us locksmiths do!!

[johnnyy]

The chrome wire lock out tool has a specific vehicle application, normally 80's to 90's GM vehicles with the slide lock. They work extremely well for that but nothing else.

[shanesteele]

I had to help a coworker break into their car the other night during lunch at work (night shift at an automotive factory). His carabiner broke and he didn’t notice his keys fell off onto the seat. I had to use my kabar to wedge his door open and use a coat hanger to pull the door latch. Was pretty awkward explaining to security when they rolled up lol

[keithbaker]

I have a few " bump keys " I use when a customer loses their car keys and needs a new ignition. Its mostly older Toyotas and Chryslerz I'm able to use shaved keys to open and remove the ignition with. I did lockouts for years and the bag and rod is definitely the easiest way to gain entry.

[codycopeland]

Showcasing how to steal the van was a good idea. You would have to be pretty stupid criminal to steal a bright yellow van that says "Donut" down the side of it 😂

[jjpurcell]

Just got to say, about a month ago I saw someone under a tarp working on a car, so I pulled over to see if they needed some help and some tools and they took off running with the cats 🤣

[travelfeet]

25 years ago, after probably weeks of an annoying rattle in my '93 honda prelude driver's door, I pulled the liner off to try to find what I assumed was a loose screw or something. I found a whole wire hook thing - the third tool tested, fully inside my door. Who know how long it had been there.

[AutoSearPin]

“Got some binding on 8”
I know for a fact he’s been waiting to be able to say that for a while😂

[TheRealMarkChastain]

The trick to the Slim Jim is knowing where and what angle to put it. I've only done a few, all my own cars... Because I am REALLY bad about leaving keys in my car. Older cars are easier. Some newer cars have shields to block you also. The kits usually come with a guide to show you tips.

Also, I've seen a lot of lock outs working downtown. An inexperienced slim Jim user can do some damage. Don't get too rough or you'll be taking the door apart to replace plastic pieces.

[omarijohnson]

Donut has this weird ability of posting exactly what I want to know

Most recently, I want to purchase a motorcycle. Yesterday's video was a buying guide.
I lost my car keys. Today's video is car lock picking

[mydude]

Friday: posts video on how to steal their van.
Sunday: van gets stolen.
Monday: insurance company refuses to cover the loss due to donut posting video on how to steal their van.