Protecting the RV from theft August 02, 2010, 09:18:08 pm Yahoo Message Number: 114989Dear LDers, I've recently become concerned about my LD being stolen. A vehicle was stolen in the area, and it has gotten me worried about the RV. Is there a simple way to disable the engine so that it would be difficult or almost impossible to get it started and moving? It used to be you could remove the distributor cap.... :-)Thanks, Mike
Re: Protecting the RV from theft Reply #1 – August 02, 2010, 10:40:55 pm Yahoo Message Number: 114990wrote: I've recently become concerned about my LD being stolen. A vehicle was stolen in the area, and it has gotten me worried about the RV. Is there a simple way to disable the engine so that it would be difficult or almost impossible to get it started and moving? --- I can't answer about "disabling" the engine, but if you're concerned about theft, one of these (or a similar) products might be a solution:http://www.tirelock.com/Joan
Re: Protecting the RV from theft Reply #2 – August 02, 2010, 11:50:49 pm Yahoo Message Number: 114991"Is there a simple way to disable the engine so that it would be difficult or almost impossible to get it started and moving?" Google is your friend. :-) Try searching on 'anti-theft kill switch' and 'ignition kill switch'.Andy Baird http://www.andybaird.com/travels/
Re: Protecting the RV from theft Reply #3 – August 03, 2010, 01:07:04 am Yahoo Message Number: 114995On early model Chevrolet's, I have tapped into the distributor wires and hooked up a "kill switch". Another method is a battery cut off switch. http://www.harborfreight.com/battery-cut-off-switch-92688.html Both are inexpensive. You could also run a kill switch for a electric fuel pump on your LD.Joe Cervantez
Re: Protecting the RV from theft Reply #4 – August 03, 2010, 11:04:00 am Yahoo Message Number: 115007OK.. let's say you install a battery kill switch as has been suggested.There is a battery on the coach and several
Re: Protecting the RV from theft Reply #5 – August 03, 2010, 11:13:32 am Yahoo Message Number: 115008The general "rule" for many years has been that, if you start your engine, you should drive it at least 10 miles to thoroughly warm it up. Short runs can shorten the life of the engine. When you first start your engine, the heat of combustion along with the cold engine block forms condensation in the crankcase. You need to get the engine hot enough to burn off that moisture.Dick
Protecting the RV from theft Reply #6 – August 03, 2010, 03:21:44 pm Yahoo Message Number: 115020I have a 2004 RB purchased new. First stop was Ford RV Dealer in Placentia Ca. Had them install Ford factory alarm and have slept well every night since. It included two remote keys and cost around $300. Not bad insurance on a $70000 investment. Greg
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