Posted 2006-04-06 7:48 PM (#40041 - in reply to #40038) Subject: RE: Theft deterrant
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Posts: 2958 Location: North Carolina
There isn't any type of lock that can't be defeated by a thief. You can only make it harder, so the thief will go on to easier pick'ins. A chain and lock though the wheels is inexpensive and effective. The hitch locks are a little easier for you to use. So in the end, something that you chose to use, is better than the most expensive, super duper hardened, lock that you DON'T use every time.
Posted 2006-04-06 8:13 PM (#40044 - in reply to #40038) Subject: RE: Theft deterrant
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Posts: 45 Location: Houston, TX
I have been looking at the locks that just lock the actual gooseneck hitch, but one of my trailer has an adjustable hitch (height). I hadn't thought about the possibility of them removing that whole part, but I did notice that there are some companies that sell a combination hitch lock and lock for the adjustable (thus removable) section. I thought that was pretty smart.
There are also some locks sold through RV places that lock your actual wheels/tires that might be helpful, too.
Posted 2006-04-06 8:19 PM (#40047 - in reply to #40038) Subject: RE: Theft deterrant
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Posts: 456 Location: south of Cowtown, TEXAS
I have a solid steel lock on the coupler with a 3/4" solid pin and hidden lock. However, theives have been known to have a spare coupler, drop the one on yours and use theirs.
No trailer is ever truely safe but locks and such will slow them down. Still a great idea to paint numbers/letters on the top of the trailer big enough to be seen by air or overpass.
Posted 2006-04-07 8:21 AM (#40071 - in reply to #40038) Subject: RE: Theft deterrant
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Do a keyword search for existing threads on this topic.
I prefer strategies over devices, but you can read about those details in the existing threads.
Posted 2006-04-08 12:24 PM (#40107 - in reply to #40038) Subject: RE: Theft deterrant
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Can you send a picture or link for the type of gooseneck lock you are talking about.I have looked at a few and don't think I've seen one that covers the adjusting bolts. Thanks bits
Theft deterrant
What's out there for theft deterrants for a gooseneck. Any type of lock to insure trailer will not be stolen?
