Best way to safeguard a trailer from theft.
 

Whats the best way to keep someone from takeing your trailer when not hooked to the truck. I thought of running a chain through the rim and to the frame. But if thay want it thay will get it. I just want to slow them down a bit till I kick the dogs loose and load a gun or two.

That is all you can do slow them down, use many different security devices to slow them down or deter them from spending the time. If they want it bad enough they will get it.

Block the trailer up and take a wheel of either side . Tough to move it when a wheel or two are misiing.

Rick G.

Take ALL the wheels off one side but they could just bring a spare. Unbolt and take the coupler inside with you.....real hard to tow a trailer with just a beam sticking out the front.

my coupler is removeable.. i pull the pins out of it and take it in the house...

Tire Locks
 

It's true...what one man creates another will destroy!

I like a boot device to a) provide a visual deterrent - which is arguably the most important thing and b) slow them down if they do decide to make a theft attempt.

A boot combined with a stout hitch lock work very well for anti-theft. Obviously, if equipment is left in remote areas for extended periods of time...the power tools are more likely to come out and play...

Problem with chains is that anybody can buy lock/chain cutters. A boot takes more effort and is easy on and easy to store and usually takes some time to defeat...

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The boot looks sweet!

Currently using the Master coupler lock, pin lock and chain through two wheels. Also think about when you're towing. I've heard horror stories on the road. Pull a fuse in the truck and I also use a heavy grade chain from truck to trailer. I figure the longer I could hold someone up the better chance I have.......





















in hitting them with the tazer, duck taping them then.....:D

Thanks. Let me know if you are interested in trading some Leverage for a Pit Bull Tire Lock (shown in pic). I like it because of its large shield for visibility, flat stacking and storage, and easy on-off with security key...

I'm interested. Shoot me a pm sometime with some info. I see they already come in yellow. :D

Does anyone use lug nut locks (ie. McGard) on their trailers. I know this is different than the topic but I was wondering since I just put 6 new aluminum wheels on my trailer.

Yes. I use McGard lug nut locks on my Skater trailer.

Kryptonite chains thru all the wheels, massive coupler lock (forget the brand- I've posted a pic on here before.)

If they want it, they'll get it. I'd like to find an alarm that has a siren, GPS locator and phone dial capability. The yacht guys have them but they cost as much as a nice used Cig.

Two questions

Do you dunk it in salt water and is there any problem with that?

Did you race your Magnum w/ Chuck B in NJ?

This may sound silly, but don't forget to lock your spare on your trailer. I had someone steal my spare off of my trailer and I didn't realize it until I blew a tire and needed it...

It also helps when the spare carrier breaks and the wheel drops on the freeway!!! had that happen to me while in the passing lane.....dude on the right comes screaming up on my side honking and pointing to the trailer/boat....i look in the side mirror to see a trail of smoke from the tire rubbing the ground....had a nice hole in the sidewall but the rim was still good! Could have been worse :)