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11-21-2020, 12:30 PM
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New Member
2016 22' Sport
Palos Verdes Estates
, CA
Join Date: Nov 2020
Posts: 4
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Securing Your Surge Protector
We just purchased a $250 surge protector. A friend informed me that they are an easy target for theft. Has anyone ever had a surge protector stolen? If so, is there a way to secure/lock it to prevent theft? Thank you in advance!
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11-21-2020, 12:40 PM
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Rivet Master  
2012 25' FB International
Trent Woods
, North Carolina
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 3,038
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Mine came with an integral ring intended for running a cable and padlock through it. If I am in a sketchy campground or if I will be away for an extended period, I use the lock to the post. Never heard of problem wherever I have been, though.
Larry
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11-21-2020, 01:01 PM
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2017 25' International
Port Dover
, ON Canada
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 1,827
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DebTaylor
We just purchased a $250 surge protector. A friend informed me that they are an easy target for theft. Has anyone ever had a surge protector stolen? If so, is there a way to secure/lock it to prevent theft? Thank you in advance!
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If you don't have the type with the built in ring for a cable, you can purchase a plastic cover for where the cable from the surge guard and your power cable join.
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11-22-2020, 10:39 AM
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Ready-to-Travel
2012 30' International
Walkerton
, Virginia
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 2,926
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We stopped overnight at a campground in St Joseph MO. In our site was a surge protector, still safely locked by the previous tenant.
Pat
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11-22-2020, 02:43 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 22' Sport
NCR
, Ontario
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 2,364
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best to get a permanent one installed inside.
that way, there is nothing to worry about or special to do.
As a surge device is a must at ALL times, why use an external devise?
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11-22-2020, 02:46 PM
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Rivet Master
2014 25' Flying Cloud
Cuddebackville
, New York
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 3,836
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Adventure.AS
If you don't have the type with the built in ring for a cable, you can purchase a plastic cover for where the cable from the surge guard and your power cable join.
Attachment 383603 |
So that can take your surge protector AND power cord?
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2019 Ford Expedition Platinum
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11-22-2020, 02:54 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 26' Flying Cloud
Tampa
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2017
Posts: 5,204
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I have the progressive industries type with the ring.
I use a cable lock with a couple turns around the pedestal.
I almost wish the lights on the surge protector would time out, they're very easy to see from far away.
I got the beefiest cable that would fit. However, I'd recommend buying a cable lock where the cable can be inserted without the key. One less thing to have in your pocket while setting up.
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11-22-2020, 03:30 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 26' Flying Cloud
Morristown
, Tennessee
Join Date: Dec 2016
Posts: 676
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Almost 3 years all over the US in every imaginable campground. Never had a problem.
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2019 Airstream Flying Cloud 26RBQ
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11-22-2020, 04:19 PM
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Rivet Master
1995 25' Excella
xxxxx
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Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,898
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I use a cable gun lock. I put it through the handle and around the conduit the power post wire runs through.
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11-22-2020, 04:45 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
2021 33FB Classic
Cumming
, Georgia
Join Date: Sep 2020
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We use a Master Lock 8428DPS Python Adjustable Locking Cable. We’ve never had one stolen but I wouldn’t “not” lock it up.
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11-22-2020, 05:25 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 27' Globetrotter
Driftless Area
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 541
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I was pretty diligent about locking everything up when I first started. I still have a few security measures (deterrents, really) that add a minute or two to arriving and departing, but now I only secure things if I’m going to be away from the trailer for more than the day, and in that case I’d probably just store and lock the surge protector and cable.
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11-22-2020, 06:26 PM
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1 Rivet Member 
2014 28' Flying Cloud
Phoenix
, AZ
Join Date: Mar 2020
Posts: 15
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We use the cable lock that came as an accessory to the Power Watchdog surge protector. If someone was determined to steal it they could but it discourages the petty thieves.
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11-22-2020, 06:45 PM
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Rivet Master
2009 25' FB International
2018 27' Globetrotter
Hanover
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 2,143
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Speaking from experience I think the odds of forgetting it are greater than the odds of it being stolen!
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11-22-2020, 06:53 PM
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CLOUDSPLITTER "Tahawus"
2003 25' Classic
Zanadude Nebula
, Milky Way
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 16,539
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Hans627
Speaking from experience I think the odds of forgetting it are greater than the odds of it being stolen!
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X2
We hardly ever camp with hook-up's.
The few times we have, it's "portable", brought it in at night, and the few hours we were away during the day.👍
Bob
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11-22-2020, 07:12 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 25' Flying Cloud
Fort Worth
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 507
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Never had a problem with ours getting stolen...as we always lock it up. I have the plastic Surge Guard and secure it with a chain with padlock. It would be too easy to unplug and drive off.
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because I catch fish on a fly...
2017 25' Safari FB - “Fly Fish Inn”
2010 F250 Lariat
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11-22-2020, 08:17 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
2018 27' Globetrotter
Mooresville
, North Carolina
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 464
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Hans627
Speaking from experience I think the odds of forgetting it are greater than the odds of it being stolen!
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Hanno, I believe that was the start of a great 2020 year, right? It was nice finally being able to meet you and Dianne back before all this Covid stuff.
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11-22-2020, 08:57 PM
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2017 25' International
Port Dover
, ON Canada
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 1,827
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Wayne&Sam
So that can take your surge protector AND power cord?
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Quite the opposite! You can lock this box to the power pedestal and prevent the theft of both.
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11-22-2020, 11:10 PM
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Rivet Master
2007 27' Safari FB SE
NW Oregon in a nice spot
, Oregon
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 579
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Don't be so sure about your robust statement. That box does not work with a Progressive Industries or other more robust EMS unit. It does work with the cheaper stuff you can buy at Camping World, Amazon, Home Depot, etc. I have had them both.
So - do your research before you make such a robust statement. Just a suggestion.
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11-23-2020, 06:21 AM
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2017 25' International
Port Dover
, ON Canada
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 1,827
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Adventure.AS
If you don't have the type with the built in ring for a cable, you can purchase a plastic cover for where the cable from the surge guard and your power cable join.
Attachment 383603 |
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wayne&Sam
So that can take your surge protector AND power cord?
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Adventure.AS
Quite the opposite! You can lock this box to the power pedestal and prevent the theft of both.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bweybright
Don't be so sure about your robust statement. That box does not work with a Progressive Industries or other more robust EMS unit. It does work with the cheaper stuff you can buy at Camping World, Amazon, Home Depot, etc. I have had them both.
So - do your research before you make such a robust statement. Just a suggestion.
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I wasn't sure if your condescending post was referring to the post of mine above yours, but I would suggest that you can avoid confusion and make your posts clear if you quote the post that you are criticizing.
If you were referring to my first post in this thread and read it, you would have understood that I was specifically referring to the type of surge protector without the attached ring for a cable lock (not the PD EMS.) The plastic lock box works fine with the Surge Guard 34830, for example, which is far from a 'cheap' surge protector and it will work with any other protector that has a short cable for connecting your shore power cable.
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11-23-2020, 07:37 AM
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Rivet Master
2017 25' Flying Cloud
Fort Worth
, Texas
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 507
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Adventure.AS
I wasn't sure if your condescending post was referring to the post of mine above yours, but I would suggest that you can avoid confusion and make your posts clear if you quote the post that you are criticizing.
If you were referring to my first post in this thread and read it, you would have understood that I was specifically referring to the type of surge protector without the attached ring for a cable lock (not the PD EMS.) The plastic lock box works fine with the Surge Guard 34830, for example, which is far from a 'cheap' surge protector and it will work with any other protector that has a short cable for connecting your shore power cable.
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I’m confirming my experience with this precautionary locking approach. I have a heavy chain I wrap around the power pedestal, place the Surge Guard on my Progressive Industry protector and my power cord, and pad lock it all together.
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because I catch fish on a fly...
2017 25' Safari FB - “Fly Fish Inn”
2010 F250 Lariat
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