Security:

[Stewart G Griffin]

Well, since the weather is getting better among other things, i think it's high-time to talk about security:

1) What do you think about this device:

http://www.neverstolen.com/


2) What about other devices/plans?
i know clubs and pedal locks can be easily defeated, but i figure they are better than nothing because it will delay the more serious thieves and the more amateur/joyriders may be deterred by these devices.

[beastie_3]

Any security system will be better than none. This system might work on rookies. It might prevent your truck from being stolen, but I dont think it will prevent it from being broken into to be stolen. I would look at something more obvious like a audible alarm. If you scare  someone from getting inside, the chances of it being taken are less. IMO.

[VileZambonie]

If you are thinking strictly theft protection from being stolen you can easily make your own system for under $10 bucks.

[Lt.Del]

double up a red wire from coil to under your seat.  Put a toggle switch on it under your seat.  Attach other end to 12v.hot so you can toggle off/on. OPen your truck to get out, flip the switch. Can't turn back on. 

[SUX2BU99]

True, a simple kill switch can be put in for really cheap by yourself and you choose where the switch is. Alarms put in at stores are always put in at the same location unless you request, and pay, for it to be somewhere else. Still doesn't do much against smash n' grabs. If I have to leave my vehicles for a long period of time somewhere other than my garage, I'll take the coil wire or something like to physically prevent ignition. Doesn't prevent a tow-truck theft though but what can ya do right?

[choptop]

Im so glad I dont have to worry about anything getting stolen around here. Just a thought, could you tie the toggle switch inline with the neautral safety switch? If I understand it right, its a ground circuit, and I would rather switch a ground, or if its positive it should be a low current circuit, which would make the switch last longer. Just a thought.

[VileZambonie]

The best place on a carbureted HEI to put a circuit opening device would be in the ignition module circuit. Anything else can be more easily bypassed.

[Stewart G Griffin]

i'll take in consideration the kill-switch idea;  Any links?


What do you think about the Ravelco system in the above link?

Any other ideas?  These trucks are too easy to steal in stock form, coupled with the fact that they are highly desireable.

In fact, i was going to start driving it today, but am holding off until i find some more security systems/devices etc.

[eventhorizon66]

I've had a Ravelco on my truck for about 3 years and like it.

[zieg85]

Revelco won't work if they tow it away.  I think if a certain vehicle is a target for a thief they will get it no mater what.  I believe if you carefully hide a kill switch and devise a good way to keep your hood from being opened you will keep the away the amateur but if your truck is wanted by a professional, they will get it, guaranteed.

[Irish_Alley]

Stew the gov. Is not after your truck you will be ok. Watch you kidney tho

[joesgarage71]

Fuel shut off
Kill switch 12V
Line lock, lock the front brakes
Dog and shotgun
motion sensor
Pager alert
Theres allkinds, these trucks are easy to steal. 1 min inside with a dent puller and screwdriver the thief can be driving away.

Something to think about.

[eventhorizon66]

The one nice thing I like about the Ravelco is they are not gonna hot wire it from the cab.  They're gonna have to monkey around under the hood some.  That's not based on any advertisement, but rather my understanding of how it works and how it was installed.  And hopefully that will be enough to thwart the casual thief.

But like other's have said, if they REALLY want your truck there's not a alot you can do about it.  Tow aways are becoming more and more common.

[joesgarage71]

I just read a post on another board, I beleive it has to do with newer stuff.
 A thief can look thru the windshield get your VIN# go to the dealer and they will make him a key!

[Stewart G Griffin]

I just read a post on another board, I beleive it has to do with newer stuff.
 A thief can look thru the windshield get your VIN# go to the dealer and they will make him a key!

1) That's so true---so it's best to keep the vin# on the dash covered.

2) i think we should figure out how to enact legislation so that if a person is convicted of using a tow truck to steal a car, the tow truck automatically goes to the person whos car was stolen.  The thief loses their licence permanently---revoked.   AND at least 20 yrs prison time.

a) this is sort of like in certain southern california counties, if you're caught street racing your car automatically goes to the crusher.  Same thing here.

b) in the case of the tow truck going to the victim.  The victim can choose to keep it or take the proceeds from auction sale by the state.

3) i'm going to look into cables such as this not only to tie around the steering wheel+brake pedal, but the actual truck to lampposts,  trees, parking meters, anything immovable.


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