Caravan Security - Is It Secure Enough?

[@MrG.42]

Great video. I have added a dummy 13 pin plug and lead. The dummy lead is about 1m long with a 13 pin plug at one end and the other end all of the wires are connected together. The proper original lead is tucked underneath out of sight. The idea is that if somebody actually bypasses the other security measures, and plug the dummy lead to their vehicle the the fuses would blow on their vehicle due to all of the wires being connected together. Hope this makes sense.

[@allenmclaughlin5283]

Cam down james bond lifes to short

[@hanlortye1067]

The instruction were to fit the shims on the wheel lock was very usefull. My Nemesis wheel lock now fits without any slack even when the allen screw is loosened. Neither the intruction manual nor various KZbin video's adressed this bit. So: thanks!

[@BigWhiteBox]

Glad you found it useful

[@philipwilliams3674]

Thank you for producing this comprehensive video on fitting the Nemesis Wheel Clamps. I followed your advice and it worked perfectly to my twin axle. You are correct in your observation on other channels who missed the bit on the shims.

[@Bob_Upndown]

Looking at the terms of my CAMC insurance they mandate the fitting of the Alko wheel locks. Indeed a recent post on a Bailey forum stated that a claim for a stolen caravan was rejected because alternative locks other than the Alko locks had been used. Choosing an alternative lock should only be done if your insurer has approved it

[@wesleywoolery88]

Love how you just put whatever receiver you wanted on that wheel because it was smaller 😅 Ive always been told they are different because ones designed to be seated on alloy wheels & ones designed to be seated on steel wheels & the Torque recommendations are different for both so just keep an eye lol

[@BigWhiteBox]

The fittings are the same, just different lengths, yes I learned about the different torques when we had a picture as the spare wheel is steel, good tip!

[@janscott3031]

The hitch should have a safety ball fitted before fitting the lock !!! Also the emergency services highly recommend that a hitch lock is NEVER fitted when towing. This is in case of an accident where the hitch lock makes it difficult or impossible to separate the car from the caravan. Nick T.

[@andrewgammage2097]

Hi the safety ball is very important to fit as thay can hook onto the hitch and get the caravan away. Wickes sell battery angle grinders for £90 thay will cut the nemesis wheel clamps in half in less than a minute easy you need two good wheel clamps or its bye-bye caravan. We need some good security products. Thanks Andrew.

[@colinrimmer789]

Emergency Services will have your caravan separated in seconds if required, by all means use a lock if it gives you piece of mind.

[@Shearers1953]

As you say, if they want it, they will have it. Echo the comment on the security ball for the hitchlock. Glad to see you clearly mentioned the need to check the torque of all the wheelbolts!

[@alexr5557]

Great Video - Thank you. Does weight of the nut cause wheel vibration?

[@virtualcolditz]

Do you leave the receiver permanently attached to the wheel, or do you replace it with the original wheel stud when you up-sticks?

[@BigWhiteBox]

Yes you leave the receiver in place

[@arthurdent2900]

If I have items outside the van I thread my EHU lead trough them. If some one wants to borrow my bike they have to disconnect the power and this sets off the power lost alarm.

[@BigWhiteBox]

Good tip! thanks for watching

[@simonprince987]

Hi I’m hoping to get a caravan soon so was interested in your video……so don’t know a great deal about what you’re doing here but it seems to me that both devices you attached you can still tow the caravan. Put me right here if I’m wrong

[@BigWhiteBox]

You can't tow the caravan with the security devices fitted

[@hanlortye1067]

Thanks

[@BigWhiteBox]

No problem

[@jayhorri1584]

The Nemisis lock is not a substitute for an Alko lock, if your insurance company states an axel lock then you must use Alko.

[@BigWhiteBox]

Luckily our insurance (caravan club) don't insist on an Alko

[@mrmeg01]

Very informative. But everyone is quite right there isnt any locks that are foolproof. So then knowing this all you can do is have a deterrent. First off a top of the range tracker with plenty of window stickers. Or if you can get hold of some original stickers just use them. Then as many visual locks you can afford iv got 5 , alko wheel lock .on other side nemisis wheel lock. And 4 corner steady locks, hopefully theives will say bugger that lets finda easier one to steal

[@M..R....]

I'll stick with the 2 Alko wheel locks on mine as dead easy to fit and remove with the receivers already on the chassis and none of that faff you had with the Nemesis constantly.fitting and removing trying to figure out how many shims are or aren't needed. I think the Alko also is the only diamond standard wheel lock for insurers and maybe insurance discounts .Re cost find the Alko number eg 33 and buy online for a fraction of Alko price , register it with Alko and save on your insurance and more "peace of mind: with security Also as per other comment dont forget the hitch ball. Will be also fitting a £29 tracker that just arrived 2p to text it to see where thw caravan is and alerts me if moved from a preset area eg your drive or lockup.

[@MySkyranger]

If someone moves the caravan, that metal bar is going to do some damage to a mover or chassis.

[@BigWhiteBox]

Hopefully they don't move it!

[@Montyreilly99]

That wheel lock looks more bother than the Alko. I’ve never had any issues with Alko

[@andrewgammage2097]

Hi i have been Caravanning for 40 years 1 hitch lock and 1 wheel clamp is not enough a professional caravan thief will have it away in about 2 minutes sorry to say you need more security thanks Andrew.

[@andrewgammage2097]

@@BigWhiteBox Hi all you can do is put more locks on. Thay even tried to get a stolen caravan over the canal on builders planks but the caravan fell in the water that was about 10 miles from you going north. I have seen the professionals use battery angle grinders and Oxy-acetylene thay often leave the hitch lock on and just put a ratchet strap around the tow ball. I have a question how are thay blowing off with Oxy-acetylene the Al-ko wheel clamps behind the wheel without setting the Caravan on fire as the wheel arch is plastic. thanks for your help Andrew.

[@geraldmartin9386]

HI, just found your channel this weekend and I really like your style and delivery. I use two alko wheel lock on my van, firstly because they are the only locks that my insurers will give me doscount for, and secondly on a twin axle it is absolutely essential that you secure both axles on the same side of the caravan. I would encourage you to reconsider the security on the wheels. I really like that premium hitch lock though. Quick question have you considered how you will level your twin axle? Front to bacl is easy enough but side to side more challanging. I haven't solved that yet on my van!

[@geraldmartin9386]

@@BigWhiteBox I am looking at lock n level at the moment, fairly expensive but they have some great reviews and seem to answer all the problems!

[@matthewdowery8027]

@@geraldmartin9386 I would highly recommend JSB Hublocks having just lost a caravan fitted with Alko wheel locks which they just cut through the locating lug on the chassis in minutes these Hub locks are pretty much the best you can buy. Just requires a bit of patience to fit but well worth the piece of mind.

[@PaulPogson-fm6yh]

Lock "n" level is really worth it (for me anyway)

[@allenmclaughlin5283]

if you have a good hitch lock why do you have to bother with anything else chances are they will leave and go for one a bit easier

[@BigWhiteBox]

A hitch lock and a wheel lock is like a belt and braces, do you need both, probably not but it can’t hurt!

[@InverJaze]

Nope put your van in a secure storage. Their insurance covers any loss.

[@BigWhiteBox]

Thanks for watching

[@Budgie40]

That seem to be a lot of fafing about for not a very secure lock. Give me the alko lock anytime

[@colinhubbard9514]

Not all insurece let you use that wheel lock

[@colinwishbone4437]

As with any crime unless the deterrent is strong crooks don't care a toss ,its commonly know where most caravans and motorhomes are ,and whos nicking them ,but sentences or detecting are abysmal. Police seem loath checking