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NMJohn 
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Joined: 28 Jun 2015 Location: Grand Rapids MI Online Status: Offline Posts: 35 |
 Calendar Event: Wheel Locks for Rpod 179Posted: 25 Apr 2016 at 6:55pm |
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We have our Rpod Model 179 parked in a spot that is visible from the road and is somewhat public since it's next to a city utility easement.
My neighbor recommended "Wheel Locks" and when I looked them up on Amazon I saw different types and realized for cars or trucks the model is important. What about for our rpod. Have any of you purchased these and if so, I'd appreciate an Amazon or other link. Thanks! John
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osage
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Joined: 13 Mar 2016 Online Status: Offline Posts: 146 |
Posted: 25 Apr 2016 at 8:11pm |
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# 1 I would buy a hitch lock.
#2 I would go to a farm supply store and buy replacement chain for winter chains for a farm tractor and a good lock. wrap chain around axle and then through wheel rim and lock
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4517 |
Posted: 25 Apr 2016 at 9:37pm |
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I use the hitch lock...........................and a sign beware of owner
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
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Guests
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Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 8:22am |
Are you talking about something like this? 
Personally, I have not experienced anyone having their entire camper being stolen.....though I'm sure it probably has happened. Batteries, propane, tires, etc. - yes. I, too, use a hitch lock and that is all. If someone wants it bad enough, they will get it. Then, I'll get a brand new camper for the price of my insurance deductible. |
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NMJohn
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Joined: 28 Jun 2015 Location: Grand Rapids MI Online Status: Offline Posts: 35 |
Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 10:44am |
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Thanks for your replies everyone.
Perhaps my question wasn't complete enough. I'm concerned about someone steeling the wheels and battery. I have the normal hitch lock and everything else is always locked. But in our area we've had a lot of batteries and some wheels being stolen. Wheel locks are a type of lug nut that replaces the originals and has a special key mechanism that prevents others from taking the lug nuts off. Any experience anyone? I did find a bracket that locks the battery holder(s) onto the frame of the rpod to prevent easy access to the battery. You can watch the video here: http://www.b-drvbatterylock.com/ This is easier than bringing the battery in and out of the garage between trips. John
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TheBum
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Joined: 26 Feb 2016 Location: Texas Online Status: Offline Posts: 1407 |
Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 11:00am |
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Wheel locks are probably not going to stop someone from stealing the wheels: they'll just take the lock with them when they remove the wheels. I'd recommend a thick steel cable over a chain. A chain can be cut with bolt cutters; a steel cable would require a hacksaw or circular cutting saw, which would increase the risk of the thief being caught in the act.
As for hitch locks, I'd recommend one with the steel rod that goes over the top of the coupler and then make sure you hook the rod through the chains. Thieves have been known to tow a trailer by just the chains. |
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furpod
Moderator Group - pHp 
Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128 |
Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 5:41pm |
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You have 1/2 threads. Pull one lug and look at the interface of the lug to wheel, it's either coned/beveled, or flat. Buy the ones that match that design.
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techntrek
Admin Group - pHp 
Joined: 29 Jul 2009 Location: MD Online Status: Offline Posts: 9062 |
Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 7:07pm |
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Metal strap over the battery box, or better yet take the battery elsewhere. Wheel lock and chain through the wheel wrapped around the axle, as mentioned. Won't stop them, though, I read a sad story of a camper left on the side of the road on another forum. Didn't take long to remove batteries, LP tanks, and most of the equipment and appliances inside even though everything was secured well.
Hitch pin lock and hitch socket lock, plus the lock through the wheel is about the best you can do. But, as mentioned, the locks on the hitch won't do any good since they will just wrap chains around the tongue and move it somewhere more private. There the locks can be easily removed. In the end, insure it and point a camera at it.
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Leo B
podders Helping podders - pHp
Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4517 |
Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 9:17pm |
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yup....perfect sign!
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Leo & Melissa Bachand
2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
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NMJohn
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Joined: 28 Jun 2015 Location: Grand Rapids MI Online Status: Offline Posts: 35 |
Posted: 26 Apr 2016 at 9:57pm |
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Thanks, have lug nut in hand, will check out an auto parts store tomorrow.
John
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Wheel Locks for Rpod 179 - Event Date: 25 Apr 2016