boat security

[Wolly Bugger]

Well after the purchase of my pride and joy, I had to consider securing it from theft. With two very willing guard dogs to protect it in my back yard, other measures were also needed.

I had added a wheel lock

I have also added the hitch helment

[Boonanza]

There are too many assholes out there ready to knock off other peoples stuff so anything we can do to stop them is the way to go. :thumbsup: Don't forget about insurance mate

[ratbag]

Would you consider a gps tracker like this? What are ppls thoughts?

http://www.clubmarine.com.au/internet/c ... +Technical

[skronkman]

GPS trackers are awesome. And if you choose the right SIM card they aren't expensive. BUT! Beware, Australia is about to remove support for GPRS (2G mobile) and many of the cheap units use this technology. If you go this route then be sure that the unit supports 3G or 4G. Or it won't work in a few months time. I know, I have one of the older units and it will be useless in Australia soon.

Also, your insurance probably won't cover theft if your boat is only secured with a chain and padlock. So at the minimum use a hitch lock plus other precautions if you want the insurance to pay out.

I personally use chains, hitch lock and electronic tracking. Plus insurance. (My boat is worth 3 times my car!).

Too many arseholes out there ready to pinch your hard earned. If my boat goes missing the thief is gunna want to hope the cops find him before I do. I'll happily give him a free ride in the boat offshore, and some concrete boots......

[barra mick]

GPS trackers are awesome. And if you choose the right SIM card they aren't expensive. BUT! Beware, Australia is about to remove support for GPRS (2G mobile) and many of the cheap units use this technology. If you go this route then be sure that the unit supports 3G or 4G. Or it won't work in a few months time. I know, I have one of the older units and it will be useless in Australia soon.

Also, your insurance probably won't cover theft if your boat is only secured with a chain and padlock. So at the minimum use a hitch lock plus other precautions if you want the insurance to pay out.

I personally use chains, hitch lock and electronic tracking. Plus insurance. (My boat is worth 3 times my car!).

Too many arseholes out there ready to pinch your hard earned. If my boat goes missing the thief is gunna want to hope the cops find him before I do. I'll happily give him a free ride in the boat offshore, and some concrete boots......

What gps tracking unit do you have on it??

I think I need that also.

[skronkman]

Mine was an eBay special from China. Was about $50 delivered. Works well with an Aldi SIM. Has shock sensors and GPS fencing, remote control, etc. But like I said, it won't work at all before the end of the year. I haven't looked much at the 3G units but I think they are more pricey, like $200 from memory. Check eBay for ideas and then do more research. Jaycar has them but they charge like wounded Bulls, I'm sure there are cheaper options which are just as good.

[Wolly Bugger]

I have also considered doing that as well.

[russellh2]

Install a Motion Sensor Alarm System

Or

Remove both wheels - Securely store Wheels and wheel nuts separately

[4liters]

Remove both wheels - Securely store Wheels and wheel nuts separately

This sounds like the safest way if it isn't too much of a pain in the arse to get it set up each time you want to take it out.

[Westfish]

http://www.vimeltech.com.au/GPS-tracker ... dwired-kit

Mate fitted one of these to his.
Pretty happy with it.
Sends him a msg if it moves plus a few other tricks.