locks 4 putting in 2 inch ball receiver, caliper style lock

[arboristjoe]

HI,

I am in central MA.

Locally or in general, where can I buy those locking units that you put on the hitch of the teardrop where the 2 inch ball would be when connected to the car ?

also, where can one buy those caliper looking locks that fit around the tire ( sort of the same principle as the "boot" used in Philly and other cities for chronic parking violaters so their car cannot be moved.. but I want one for my teardrop..

much appreciated,
joe

[Time Out]

Hey Joe,

You can find the wheel lock at [/url]http://www.golittleguy.com/teardrops/store/

Teardrop Lock $99.95 (plus $14.00 shipping) Product Information: With the rapid resurgence of teardrop trailers, theft is becoming more of a problem. Stop it before it starts with 'The Teardrop Lock.' Self locking...installs in seconds; Fits wheels up to 15 inches wide; Black vinyl dip protects wheel rim; Laser encrypted key cannot be copied; Weather Resistant Plastic cover.

Please excuse me if I didn't manage to make a "hot link" for go little guy. I have this lock for our Little Guy 6 Wide Tear Drop and it's well built, strong and built to protect your nice wheels too!

You can find all kinds of tongue locks at places like Camping World http://www.campingworld.com

Also check out Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Master-Lock-377DAT-Universal-Trailer/dp/B0000AXRMU/ref=pd_sim_dbs_auto_1

I don't know how to work the 'hot links', but I hope some of this helps you out.

Clyde[/url]

[Gage]

Now the links will work.

Hey Joe,

You can find the wheel lock at http://www.golittleguy.com/teardrops/store/

Teardrop Lock $99.95 (plus $14.00 shipping) Product Information: With the rapid resurgence of teardrop trailers, theft is becoming more of a problem. Stop it before it starts with 'The Teardrop Lock.' Self locking...installs in seconds; Fits wheels up to 15 inches wide; Black vinyl dip protects wheel rim; Laser encrypted key cannot be copied; Weather Resistant Plastic cover.

Please excuse me if I didn't manage to make a "hot link" for go little guy. I have this lock for our Little Guy 6 Wide Tear Drop and it's well built, strong and built to protect your nice wheels too!

You can find all kinds of tongue locks at places like Camping World http://www.campingworld.com

Also check out Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Master-Lock-377DAT-Universal-Trailer/dp/B0000AXRMU/ref=pd_sim_dbs_auto_1
I don't know how to work the 'hot links', but I hope some of this helps you out.

Clyde

[asianflava]

I bought this set that has the coupler lock, hitch lock, and latch lock all keyed alike.


http://www.summitracing.com/parts/MLC-3774DAT

[Shadow Catcher]

We have had this discussion before, most anything you can get a bolt cutter or sledgehammer on is toast.

[Time Out]

Yes Shadow Catcher, I think we all know that just about anything can be defeated, but does that mean that we don't do anything to protect our investments? You might as well include a battery powered angle grinder with a cut off wheel along with the other devices you listed. It could all be a waste of money, but then again possibly not! Thanks for your encouragement on the subject.

Gage, thank you for correcting my links. I really appreciate your help.

Just trying to help out a fellow camper and tear drop owner,

Clyde

[asianflava]

It goes for just about anything; if a thief really wants it, a they will find a way to steal it. Why do we lock our doors when all it takes is a rock in the window. Stuff like this just keeps the majority honest.

[Shadow Catcher]

I settled on a Trailer Cop which sits entirely up inside the pocket with nothing you can cut. http://www.trailercop.com
It did not fit our tongue till I did some major grinding with that 4 1/2 angle grinder.
There are a couple of other locks that I would consider as being likely to slow some one down to the point they will go elsewhere the trailer gator http://www.trailergator.com also impressed me but is still vulnerable to a grinder or cold chisel and hammer, depending on which steel they use. there is one other lock that would require changing the tongue.
Find the original thread.

[arboristjoe]

thanks All for the many ideas and websites...



and I too thought of the ways a lock would be defeated, heck , if they really want it, they do not have to hook up the ball on a vehicle into the receptacle for the ball on the camper, they can just chain it on..

and if they really want it, a forklift can probably do the job do... I mean even ATM machines get stolen and loaded up on trucks.

so yeah, just trying to stop the casual thief as someone mentioned..

Oh by the way, if I did not mention it, I am picking up my teardrop on Sunday, Yahoooooo\\

joe

[Vedette]

Hi Joe
Are you taking bolt cutters or an angle grinder when you go to get your new trailer.
Sorry couldn't resist.
Brian

[DragonFire]

he idea is to deter theft..if it's too risky the thief will move on to something easier...


I saw a tire lock at Camping World on Friday for $89.

They also have hitch locks. Walmart has the Reese ones.

Good luck...I know it is a concern. I'll have mine locked several different ways and still be worried it will go without me...

[LWW]

I'm going to put one of my bassets in mine. Once the thief finds out he won't let him sleep later than 4 am he'll be bring it back.Larry

[Roly Nelson]

You might consider a removeable tongue, that you can store in the trunk of the car. It works for me, on both of my tears.
Roly~