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01-14-2019, 12:55 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2019 27' Globetrotter
Sherwood Park
, Alberta
Join Date: Jun 2018
Posts: 95
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Safe to leave trailer when boon docking?
Hi,
I'm considering boon docking, in particular in the barren lands around Utah and Death Valley. I'd like to be able to park and unhitch the truck so I can go on day-trips.
Is it safe to leave your trailer unattended, in the middle of nowhere? I'd invest in a good coupler lock and even wheel locks.
What have been the experiences of other boon dockers?
Thanks.
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01-15-2019, 06:36 AM
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Rivet Master
1971 21' Globetrotter
Currently Looking...
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Arvada
, Colorado
Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 3,530
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Do it all the time here in Colorado, never been a problem. I do use a hitch lock. I also do not leave the portable grill and the Yeti cooler out.
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01-15-2019, 07:25 AM
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Moderator
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,159
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We have done it a number of times over the years, and have never had a problem. We also use a hitch lock. We have a Hensley, and I leave the hitch bar locked in the head with two pad locks. I also put a pad lock through the pin hole on the hitch bar. As an extra precaution, I remove the fuse from the tongue jack.
Brian
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2023 Rivian R1T (Opal)
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01-15-2019, 07:30 AM
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2017 25' International
Niagara-on-the-Lake
, ON Canada
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 1,837
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Anti-Theft Tracking
It is hard to prevent a determined thief from taking your trailer regardless of the coupler lock you use. I have installed a SPOT Trace Anti-theft Tracking Device.
It is powered by either lithium AAA batteries or it can be hard wired. The Trace works via satellite communication, so is not reliant on cell signals. It will track the movement of your trailer, if it is stolen, and you will be able to see where it is located (moving or stationery.) It can be had for under $100, but there is a yearly subscription.
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01-15-2019, 09:48 AM
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Refugee from Napa, CA
2015 25' Flying Cloud
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Formerly Napa
, On the road
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 614
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Been Boondocking all over the country and Mexico for the past five years. A road bike and mountain bike stolen, along with a generator. The bikes in Reno, the generator in an RV Park. Nothing stolen while Boondocking...I put everything in the trailer and lock it. No problems...
In my humble opinion you meet a better class of people when Boondocking...but I really don’t go out of my way to meet people...that is why I camp where I do...
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01-15-2019, 10:14 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2019 20' Flying Cloud
Eau Claire
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 113
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No problems.......so far leaving our trailer alone but it’s wise to know the area and the ease of removing or breaking into it would be. We like to have at least one close by trusting neighbor to tell about how long we may be gone. It’s still an uneasy feeling to leave it alone. Good luck~!
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01-15-2019, 10:42 AM
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Stay CazuaL
2018 25' Flying Cloud
2014 19' Flying Cloud
Reseda
, California
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 961
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Adventure.AS
It is hard to prevent a determined thief from taking your trailer regardless of the coupler lock you use. I have installed a SPOT Trace Anti-theft Tracking Device.
It is powered by either lithium AAA batteries or it can be hard wired. The Trace works via satellite communication, so is not reliant on cell signals. It will track the movement of your trailer, if it is stolen, and you will be able to see where it is located (moving or stationery.) It can be had for under $100, but there is a yearly subscription.
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I concur and have a similar setup.
However, if someone wants to steal it, they will. If they want to vandalized it, they will.
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01-15-2019, 11:31 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1971 21' Globetrotter
Pittsburg
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 24
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@aventure AS.
In watching a You tube on Spot Trace, it says to mount it where there is no metal above it. So where did you mount your Spot Trace?
Thanks,
Linda
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01-15-2019, 11:49 AM
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2017 25' International
Niagara-on-the-Lake
, ON Canada
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 1,837
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Linda71air
@aventure AS.
In watching a You tube on Spot Trace, it says to mount it where there is no metal above it. So where did you mount your Spot Trace?
Thanks,
Linda
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Sent PM.
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01-15-2019, 12:46 PM
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4 Rivet Member
Napa
, California
Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 466
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Use common sense, a bit of security and it shouldn't be a problem. We've boondocked for years with no issue at all.
Lock up: doors, windows, hitch
Remove or put inside any temptations: grills, generators, fancy chairs, bikes, even equalizing bars if you use them.
Double check to be sure your power is off as well as stoves, air conditioners or anything that might run or overheat while you are away.
And, you might want to add a GPS tracker to your rig, so if it ever does go wandering you can track it down. We use the "Tile" brand when we are traveling in a lock box near the propane tanks. Heck, we also use those for my keys, the camera, the computer, the bikes and anything that might wander off.
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01-15-2019, 01:20 PM
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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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Depends upon your trust level and luck ... too many years in law enforcement to trust everyone ...
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01-15-2019, 01:32 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2022 33' Classic
2019 33' Classic
2017 27' Tommy Bahama
Scottsdale
, Arizona
Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 125
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Linda71air
@aventure AS.
In watching a You tube on Spot Trace, it says to mount it where there is no metal above it. So where did you mount your Spot Trace?
Thanks,
Linda
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Ditto, would love to know where to mount this. It seems only in the propane holder would work.
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01-15-2019, 01:41 PM
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2017 25' International
Niagara-on-the-Lake
, ON Canada
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 1,837
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Quote:
Originally Posted by trepine
Ditto, would love to know where to mount this. It seems only in the propane holder would work.
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PM sent
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01-15-2019, 02:22 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2023 27' Globetrotter
Pleasant Garden
, North Carolina
Join Date: Oct 2018
Posts: 299
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Quote:
Originally Posted by trepine
Ditto, would love to know where to mount this. It seems only in the propane holder would work.
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Same here, where do I put it.
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01-15-2019, 02:32 PM
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1 Rivet Member
1994 30' Excella
Rutherfordton
, North Carolina
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 6
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Most definitely you need to use wheel locks regardless of boon docking or other. There have been scenarios where a trailer became a run away. Not a happy experience. The hitch lock as suggested would also be a wise option to procure. And yes, do not leave anything of value or better yet, good use outside.
Good luck and happy camping.
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01-15-2019, 03:36 PM
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2017 25' International
Niagara-on-the-Lake
, ON Canada
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 1,837
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jlandreth
Same here, where do I put it.
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I would rather not publicize the location of my SPOT on a public forum. PM sent.
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01-15-2019, 04:20 PM
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Rivet Master
2013 31' Classic
billings
, Montana
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 3,577
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Never had a problem anywhere....
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01-15-2019, 06:09 PM
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Rivet Master
2022 20' Basecamp
1968 17' Caravel
Los Osos
, California
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 613
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This. Just don't loose the key.
https://brahmalock.com
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01-15-2019, 06:23 PM
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Overkill Specialist
Commercial Member
2020 30’ Globetrotter
2014 23' International
Dadeville
, Alabama
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 4,516
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A great mounting location would be under the AC shroud. 12 power under there also for the optional battery cable.
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01-20-2019, 10:05 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1961 16' Bambi
Petersburg
, Alaska
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 20
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I had a trailer stolen and in my subsequent replacement, I installed an asset tracker which has it's own battery back-up--good for 6 months. It's monitored continually placing the trailer on Googlemaps through the ActSoft company in Florida. The tracker was about $250 as I recall and works similar to a cell phone gps. You can set perimeter fences, alarms, etc. and track it on your cell phone if you like. There is a monthly fee about $20 as I recall. Contact ActSoft:
Jeff Woodward
National Indirect Channel Manager | Actsoft Inc.
Office: (617) 515-6375 | Support: (813) 936-1511
Mention Ranger Doug and get $10 off.
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