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11-21-2021, 04:34 PM #31
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In 30yrs... we never had any issues either. Prior to now, would only have worried about some unaware camper leaving food and trash in the open. Infact, before this latest industry explosion , never worried about leaving my campsite unsecure. But, times have obviously changed.
I might be a little more paranoid now if I were tent camping these days.Jim and Annette
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11-23-2021, 05:53 PM #32
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All we did was put a camera in the rig and a sign that you can see saying "Smile, you're on video". No problems. Never lock the rig, in fact, we've actually NEVER locked the rig. If something were to happen when we were out, I'd like to think that someone might step in and try to save our animals if they are inside, much more worried about them than someone stealing my dirty socks or hiking boots.
There's just not much of value sitting around to steal in most rigs. We actually do have something, I carry a full camera setup that's worth about 10K, but nobody would ever know that it's there and, if it was stolen, it's insured. I'd be more upset about the pictures on the cards if it was stolen at the end of a trip than the cameras and lenses.
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11-24-2021, 07:15 AM #33
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The thief that cut the back fence at night to enter the storage I'm at looked to have just used a flat blade screwdriver to break into ~15 RVs.
Windows were the entry point on rigs.
Shattered glass and open bedroom slides were telltales. The thief seemed very familiar with RVs.
I can see the screwdriver marks left on my two windows(rear one shattered) and passthru door with a broken plastic hinge pin.
One item taken from mine, a folding step stool, bedroom drawers were opened to look for small valuables I guess.
The thief was caught at another storage lot a few miles away.
Sheriff said no evidence found that links thief to our storage lot, just video recorded.- Gene
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11-24-2021, 08:01 AM #34
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Other than mounted tv's, factory stereos, coffee makers, and assorted camping gear... would have assumed was probably what most of these dumbnuts really heist out of stored trailers. And maybe now with the COVID market and maintenance rush, there could be more "interest" for other items. Kind of like the airbag situation a few years ago.
We've always thought its never the items taken that mattered or amount to much. Its the damage done to the trailer that makes it so bad. And yea, the first ones hit are always the most unprepared and usually become the catalyst for catching the next turd trying to do it. Another good reason to try to capture video of an event and not rely on facilities to do so. In most cases they are only worried about "their" facility or equipment being damaged. Especially in a market rich with potential renters.Last edited by trailrydr; 11-24-2021 at 08:06 AM.
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11-24-2021, 08:07 AM #35
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Stored RVs get hit pretty commonly (more than you'd want to think). Yes the trash of the Earth go for appliances, but they also tear into walls and cabinets looking for copper wires, motors/pumps, fittings, circuit boards, etc. Those a**holes are the ones that cause real damage. Seen quite a few totalled out RVs due to break-ins. It's a sad situation.
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11-25-2021, 11:17 AM #36
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11-26-2021, 04:19 PM #37
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You may like to check the Arlo Go Pro camera. All you need is a phone tower signal and a dedicated line to use it. Can purchased at the verizon store and other carriers.
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11-27-2021, 05:54 AM #38
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01-31-2022, 09:38 PM #39
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I have never had to worry about security in Canada. Now retired we plan on travelling (post covid) to the USA. Campgrounds and boondocking. For 2022 I will replace locks (with common key) and install of small safe under bed area. They will need a chainsaw to cut it out. The idea of security camera is a good one will look into it...any suggestions. For personal security I have a couple of canisters of bear spray. Hopefully, we will never be in that position. Also have a decent RV lock.
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