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02-12-2013, 08:22 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1960 22' Safari
Colo Spgs
, & Tucson
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 90
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Yes, Sum75, it is the MasterLock. $19 is a good price, too.
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02-14-2013, 10:09 AM
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#42
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3 Rivet Member
1957 26' Overlander
Los Angeles
, California
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 135
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FWIW: I've decided to go with the Megahitch Coupler Vault. Yes, as another poster stated, it is a pricier option, but it seems very well engineered and solidly built. Just placed the order yesterday and it's already in the mail. Coming from Oregon, just like my trailer will be next week! Funny coincidence. I wonder if it was manufactured here in the USA? If so, then certainly every dime is money well spent. Just my $0.02!
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02-16-2013, 05:25 PM
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#43
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
Holly Lake Ranch
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,794
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Is anyone using this lock?
Diversi-Tech Universal Trailer Coupler Lock for 1-7/8", 2" and 2-5/16" Couplers
it appears to be one that used to be branded Husky and i saw one on AS next to my new storage slot and it sure fits a lot better than my MasterLock that I had to modify to make it fit the lip of my coupler.
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Dana and Olga
2006 Safari 23
2011 Tundra Double Cab
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02-16-2013, 10:30 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1957 26' Overlander
Los Angeles
, California
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 135
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Hi, Goal
I think the downside to that style of lock is the exposed shackle, which is theoretically easier for a thief to pry loose or cut through. But as has been mentioned elsewhere in this thread (repeatedly, I think), a determined thief won't be stopped by any lock! Just hoping to make it a headache for them so they'll find an easier target. The one I ordered arrived a few days ago... I'm impressed by its heft.
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02-17-2013, 10:11 AM
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
Holly Lake Ranch
, Texas
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 1,794
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Sum75
Hi, Goal
I think the downside to that style of lock is the exposed shackle, which is theoretically easier for a thief to pry loose or cut through. But as has been mentioned elsewhere in this thread (repeatedly, I think), a determined thief won't be stopped by any lock! Just hoping to make it a headache for them so they'll find an easier target. The one I ordered arrived a few days ago... I'm impressed by its heft.
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Thanks for the thoughts... did you order the one I asked about? I know that a determined thief is going to do what they are going to do but my storage space recommends coupler locks and i think a crowbar would probably remove my MasterLock one much quicker than someone could pry or cut this one off.
Mostly just hope that the crook would say... "well crap, one more thing I've got to deal with if I want to take someone else's property"..... because if they are criminals they are probably lazy as well as ignorant.
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Dana and Olga
2006 Safari 23
2011 Tundra Double Cab
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02-17-2013, 11:04 AM
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#47
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Coupler lock
Best coupler lock I ever heard of, was a simple sign, located in 3 to 4 windows.
WARNING
THIS TRAILER IS EQUIPPED WITHA MOTION SENSING BOMB.
ANY ATTEMPT TO MOVE IT WILL CAUSE THE BOMB TO EXPLODE, CAUSING COMPLETE DESTRUCTION WITHIN 150 FEET.
Andy
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02-17-2013, 11:07 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' Flying Cloud
Berlin
, Maryland
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 1,786
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I have been using MegaHitch Coupler Lock for the Airstream for more then a year.It works well. It is heavy duty and is tough to get to the lock section as it is on the back side and tought to see.
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02-17-2013, 01:38 PM
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Free Range Human
2012 25' FB Flying Cloud
Currently Looking...
Haines
, Oregon
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 736
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Another thumbs up for the MegaHitch. Here's an image of the Airstream model. As Urnmor mentioned, there's a barrel lock on the trailer side. It can be awkward to get to, but it would make it hard for a thief to get in there.
Toll Free: (855) 888-MEGA
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02-17-2013, 02:11 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1969 27' Overlander
SW
, Missouri
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 121
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I've used a Masterlock MLK379 for years on my boat then Airstream. I don't know if it's the best one, but it has been 100% effective thus far. It did successfully prevent the utility company from moving my Airstream without my permission while I was at work. However, they probably didn't have the same mindset of the typical thief.
I paid less than $20 for it 8 years ago and it's been outside ever since. The chrome finish still looks good and it functions perfectly.
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02-18-2013, 11:00 AM
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#51
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3 Rivet Member
1972 31' Excella 500
Mount Vernon
, Is For Lovers
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 110
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Just voice mail-still no response
Quote:
Originally Posted by Sylver Slypr
My envelope was inside the marked one and it had the correct return address for Guardian. I think I will give them a call to get to the bottom of this.
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The site is still up but no phone response or e-mail
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02-18-2013, 12:05 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1957 26' Overlander
Los Angeles
, California
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 135
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Hmmm... Sylvr, does sound like the company has gone out of business. I went with the mega hitch coupler, seems really solid (it feels like it weighs 10lbs).
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02-18-2013, 01:20 PM
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OregonCanuck
2012 19' Flying Cloud
Portland
, Oregon
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 12
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I use the MegaHitch coupler lock on my 2012 AS Flying Cloud. Watch the MegaHitch company produced YouTube video on how their lock is more effective than the other style hitch locks that are currently available.
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02-19-2013, 07:54 AM
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Rivet Master
2015 25' FB Eddie Bauer
2013 25' FB Eddie Bauer
2012 20' Flying Cloud
Small Town
, *** Big Sky Country ***Western Montana
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,860
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The coupler/hitch lock (even the more expensive ones) will not prevent a determined thief. All they need is a pry bar or your safety chains to tow away *** unless you immobilize the tire/wheel(s). Suggest a short length of padded chain and an armored bicycle lock to tie either two wheels together or a single wheel and shackle ... much more effective IMHO.
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2015 25' Eddie Bauer Int'l FBQ / 2023 Ford Lightning ER
2022 Ford F350 6.2 V-8; equalizer hitch + Shocker air hitch
Honda Eu3200; AIR# 44105; formerly WBCCI 2015.1
Terminal Aluminitis; 2-people w/ 3+ dogs
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02-19-2013, 07:59 AM
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Rivet Master
Airstream Dealer
Corona
, California
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 16,497
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mefly2
The coupler/hitch lock (even the more expensive ones) will not prevent a determined thief. All they need is a pry bar or your safety chains to tow away *** unless you immobilize the tire/wheel(s). Suggest a short length of padded chain and an armored bicycle lock to tie either two wheels together or a single wheel and shackle ... much more effective IMHO.
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The chains can just as easily be cut.
Removing wheels usually is the best, along with adding locking stud nuts.
That prevents reinstalling wheels.
Andy
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02-19-2013, 08:17 AM
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3 Rivet Member
1957 26' Overlander
Los Angeles
, California
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 135
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mefly2
The coupler/hitch lock (even the more expensive ones) will not prevent a determined thief. All they need is a pry bar or your safety chains to tow away *** unless you immobilize the tire/wheel(s). Suggest a short length of padded chain and an armored bicycle lock to tie either two wheels together or a single wheel and shackle ... much more effective IMHO.
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Do you think the chain is adequate? I was thinking of supplementing my hitch lock with a trimax wheel lock- it's like the boot that police use.
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02-19-2013, 07:21 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 25' Safari
St. Augustine
, Florida
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 2,670
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Geez, looking over these posts I realized that I posted the wrong coupler lock. Here is mine. Got my DAT XXXX's messed up:
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02-19-2013, 07:24 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 25' Safari
St. Augustine
, Florida
Join Date: Oct 2011
Posts: 2,670
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Interesting note. At the Sarasota WBCCI State Rally I learned that while traveling the trailer hitch latch should only be clipped shut with a clamp or something - not a lock. The reason... safety in the event or need of disconnecting the tow vehicle from the trailer. I just always used a padlock.
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02-19-2013, 10:04 PM
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#59
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3 Rivet Member
1969 27' Overlander
SW
, Missouri
Join Date: Jan 2006
Posts: 121
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Out of curiosity, does anyone know someone who had their camper or trailer stolen while secured by a coupler or wheel lock (of any type).
The only folks that I know who had trailers stolen weren't using any kind of lock. Thieves just hitched conventionally and left.
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02-19-2013, 10:22 PM
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#60
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Rivet Master
2015 25' FB Eddie Bauer
2013 25' FB Eddie Bauer
2012 20' Flying Cloud
Small Town
, *** Big Sky Country ***Western Montana
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,860
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Inland RV Center, In
The chains can just as easily be cut.
Removing wheels usually is the best, along with adding locking stud nuts.
That prevents reinstalling wheels.
Andy
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Wheel lug nut locks assumed ...
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2015 25' Eddie Bauer Int'l FBQ / 2023 Ford Lightning ER
2022 Ford F350 6.2 V-8; equalizer hitch + Shocker air hitch
Honda Eu3200; AIR# 44105; formerly WBCCI 2015.1
Terminal Aluminitis; 2-people w/ 3+ dogs
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