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Old 02-06-2012 | 06:00 AM
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I've had issues with similar type locks fitting on my coupler, even though they say for 2 5/16" balls. They often don't fit around the flange on the coupler.
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I have the yellow Gorilla one that looks similar. If you turn them around backwards, they will fit. However they will bend right off with a few whacks of a sledge hammer.
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Old 02-06-2012 | 08:48 AM
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I have a few options and a couple standards. I pad lock the hitch and have lug nut locks on each wheel. Then if I need more, I have an alpha wheel lock (think car boot like the meter maids put on) and a h/d cable lock I can run through all 3 wheels on one side. Because on the lug nut locks, I usually just throw the wheel lock on. Also, I have two spares mounted to the trailer w/ lug nut locks.
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Old 02-06-2012 | 09:57 AM
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Masterlock and a tall fence. I don't store my boat on the trailer but when I do have it on the trailer I leave it hooked to the truck (dedicated tow vehicle and I have an ignition disable on it) and block the back of the boat with another vehicle or back it up to a building.
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Old 02-06-2012 | 11:45 AM
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It's a pain in the butt,but if you dont use your trailer very often, take all the wheels off and let the trailer sit on blocks while your tires are in your garage. This will also keep the sunlight from messing up your tires.
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Old 02-06-2012 | 12:11 PM
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I use these...they are a very good deterrent
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Old 02-06-2012 | 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by offshoredrillin
I use these...they are a very good deterrent
A wicker chair and a Jeep?
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Old 02-06-2012 | 12:14 PM
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I use coated chains thru the wheel spokes and then the frame. And a very heavy duty lock.
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Old 02-06-2012 | 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by pm203
A wicker chair and a Jeep?
I'm much more passive than people think
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Old 02-06-2012 | 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by pm203
A wicker chair and a Jeep?

That was rather funny, thanks for the laugh!
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Old 02-06-2012 | 12:26 PM
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Originally Posted by offshoredrillin
I use these...they are a very good deterrent

Your first picture of your Pit reminds me of a wise old man. Love the dogs!
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