Coupler lock recommendations?

[TerryC]

As I mentioned earlier, take a look at the Guardian G-37, It works great for the tongue lock and it's gray and black color blends right into the trailer colors!

TerryC

[Gene]

I suppose one approach is to make as difficult as possible—a lock in the coupler, a padlock on the lever above the coupler and a locking device between the wheels on tandem wheels. Might as well flatten the tires and disconnect the power jack by removing the fuse.

Removing the fuse is simple and quick and might be a very good deterrent.

Gene

[wilkeytn]

I've used the Trimax Umax 100 for a over two years, it fits perfectly and is very secure. I bought it through Heartland Lock they keyed all 3 locks alike one key for everything , could'nt be happier.

[Jimbo17]

I've looked at Umax 100 and it looks very solid. The only thing that was missing for me, was the "U" shaped bent at the top of the locking bar (shackle). I'm talking about the "U" that is visible at the top view of the coupler bar. This "U" comes handy on some bigger couplers, if you don't have this little "U" bent at the top of the shackle, then the lock won't fit too good on some couplers.

But I agree with CrawfordGene, using multiple security gadgets makes substantially more difficult to steal a trailer. If you put a chain on the wheels, a couopler lock and remove the fuse, then the thief will have to carry a massive crowbar, bolt cutter and a set of fuses .
That's pretty good security for about $100-$150.

[JFScheck]

I've started using Bar wheel chocks on both sides with a Bar lock on both sides of each chock.

The chocks go between each wheel and help stabilize the trailer as well as chock it by locking the tires together.

Lock the Bar chocks in place (one on each side) and I'm thinking you've just created one heck of a theft deterrent.

[Jimbo17]

Originally Posted by JFScheck

...Lock the Bar chocks in place (one on each side) and I'm thinking you've just created one heck of a theft deterrent.

Hahahaha, that's cool, it would be one hell of a bumpy ride with those chocks attached to the wheel.

[jharyoungblo]

I tried to buy a Guardian G37 from the factory like you did, Bob; unfortunately it's been
over a month and haven't heard a thing from them. But they've got my money!
How long did it take to receive yours? And do you kow if they are legitimate???
They're in OKC, right??

[Mikethefixit]

How much is your trailer WORTH??? I use two locks not the most expensive,but at least it will slow em down if they try to steal it. I have a MASTER Lock in the ball socket and another cheaper lock in the latch.
FOR those who may be intrested in a little more security. TRAILER PARTS KING has BOOTS for $177.00 . Pretty cheap insurance, compaired to what and AIRSTREAM COSTS. If one would use these three measures , it will bring the chances of thieft down dramaticly . TIME is a limiting factor. NO THEIF wants to be there over a minute.

[ROBERTSUNRUS]

Originally Posted by jharyoungblo

I tried to buy a Guardian G37 from the factory like you did, Bob; unfortunately it's been
over a month and haven't heard a thing from them. But they've got my money!
How long did it take to receive yours? And do you kow if they are legitimate???
They're in OKC, right??

Hi, they are legitamte and their site is the same as when I ordered mine. I don't think it took a month to get my coupler lock, maybe two weeks. I would E-mail or call them to see what happened to your order.

[az-streamer]

this is what i use.

2 locks are better than one

it may not be 100% but it might keep the bad guy moving

[Gene]

I have the same coupler lock. I guess it would require a pretty big tool to cut through it. We've thought of getting a lock for the latch, but never have.

Gene

[polarlyse]

I once had to cut off one of those industructable "U bolt " locks from my daughters bike. That's what happens when you loose the key. I took an air high speed cutoff wheel and it took all of about 10 sec. to remove it. Back then I was limited by the length of the air hose. Now we see all sorts of cordless tools so it's inevitable that someone out there has made or will make a cordless die grinder and I think all those hardened chains and most other locking devices will become childs play to the industrious thief. Where there's a will there's a way. All we can do is try and stay one step ahead but don't forget they are not far behind.

[Gene]

Power tools are noisy, bolt cutters are not. If I were a thief I'd either use bolt cutters or only steal trailers where no one was around. A padlock on the hitch seems a lot easier to cut than the coupler lock. Wheel locks rely on a padlock too, so they aren't very safe. You can let the air out of the tires, but I suppose a boot is the best alternative, though they can be removed fast if you know how.

Gene

[az-streamer]

the whole idea is to make a thief spend time and make a lot of noise if they want your AS.

so you should make any attempt at theft as obvious, difficult, noisy and time consuming as possible.

hopefully you, or someone, would notice.

if all else fails - set out the rabid guard dog....

[slowmover]

A set of Denver Boots, one for each side. And remove a wheel or three. Then some ingenuity and best quality locks elsewhere.

Don't forget that an HA or PP hitch head isn't that hard to remove in order to hitch up conventionally.

[slowmover]

Originally Posted by Jimbo17

One more thing. You can also flip the lock's metal casting upside down to get more circumference out of the bar when locking bike wheels.

I wish my girlfriend was so versatile.

Sure it's not that she wishes she could flip you to increase bar circumference?

[r carl]

If your the type that repacks wheel bearings every spring, you could just pull the hubs off in the fall and install them in the spring.

[jharyoungblo]

Originally Posted by ROBERTSUNRUS

Hi, they are legitamte and their site is the same as when I ordered mine. I don't think it took a month to get my coupler lock, maybe two weeks. I would E-mail or call them to see what happened to your order.

Believe me, I've tried to get ahold of them. I've emailed, left telephone msgs and even tried to contact them through Paypal (how I paid originally). Can't get them to respond! I'm
really getting frustrated. Oh well - trying to get Paypal to help me get my money back.

[ROBERTSUNRUS]

Originally Posted by jharyoungblo

Believe me, I've tried to get ahold of them. I've emailed, left telephone msgs and even tried to contact them through Paypal (how I paid originally). Can't get them to respond! I'm
really getting frustrated. Oh well - trying to get Paypal to help me get my money back.

Hi, I wonder if they went out of business. On their site, none of the E-mail options work. Hopefully Pay Pal can get you a refund.

[ROBERT CROSS]

Originally Posted by r carl

If your the type that repacks wheel bearings every spring, you could just pull the hubs off in the fall and install them in the spring.

I am that type...

Don't really worry that much when I'm out with the trailer, the HAHA is covered and locked when un-hitched. (most wouldn't have a clue what's under the cover anyway). And as Gene mentioned you can always disable the tongue jack.

When stored for the Winter the tongue is raised and covered, the HAHA & batteries removed, and tires in the basement. So there would-be thief.