"Bolt" locks?

[Charlie Schmidt]

Has anyone here used the Bolt brand padlocks? Had the trailer broken into recently, and these seem to be a nice idea, since you can key them to match tow vehicle ignition key.

Looking for user comments as to durability, etc.

thanks

[Steve Demeter]

Don't know about Bolt brand, but I have always used master combination locks. The kind where you can set your own combination..

On most trailer doors it is much easier to attack the door itself than trying to cut of a hardened shackle padlock, just mho

[ianashdown]

Had my trailer broken in to recently, I had long hasp Master Locks and thought they would OK. The problem is there is plenty of space to get bolt cutter on the the lock and cut them off. I tried it on another lock of the same type, it was shockingly easy to cut!!

My local locksmith recommended using the disc type locks with very little shaft exposed, much, much more difficult to get bolt cutters on to them. He ordered me 6 all keyed the same. Very convenient.

ian
SoCal

[Ecclestone]

I'm afraid with the popularity and access of battery powered angle grinders security needs to go up a rung or two. Having some sort of secure "box" around the locks and hasps seems to be a start at least. (from experience !! )

[DanW]

I'm afraid with the popularity and access of battery powered angle grinders security needs to go up a rung or two. Having some sort of secure "box" around the locks and hasps seems to be a start at least. (from experience !! )

If someone wants to get in, they can and will get in. If not the lock, then the hasp.

I think the best defense is a GPS tracker/alarm, like Geosky Alert. You get a text within 60 seconds of door opening or trailer moving more than 1000'.

Here in CA, enclosed trailers are popular for mobile meth labs or marijuana grows.

https://www.geoskyalert.com/index.php

[Charlie Schmidt]

thanks all...

I put a set of the round locks on after the incident, but not the best ones. hard to find a set of 3 or more on a weekend

for now, methinks I'll just upgrade those

[Jtovo]

We use these on our trailers when hauling high value cargo. You can order them keyed alike. I think I have literally 2000 of them in a box if you want to try them, I can send you 3.

http://www.masterlock.com/business-use/product/1177

[R. Pare]

It doesn't matter what lock you use on a hasp - if they can get at the hasp with a crow bar, they can pop it open in a few seconds.

Here's a much better solution:

[Lotus7]

In the end, Insurance is the best value defense ....

All these high-tech locks are, in-the-end, bolted to a box skinned in .030 or maybe .040 aluminum;

a can-opener gets the bad guys inside.

[R. Pare]

Yup - had a major break-in to a bunch of trailers on Gasoline Alley one weekend 25 years ago - they used big buzz saws to cut holes in the sides to get in and out.

[T492]

Mr Pare is correct. This is the one I use.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Master-Lock-...YAAOSwLnBX8nTA

[David Locke]

It doesn't matter what lock you use on a hasp - if they can get at the hasp with a crow bar, they can pop it open in a few seconds.

Or use bolt cutters on the hasp like they did on mine. (Nothing was stolen because the only items inside were bolted down.)

[Ron C]

So car alarms everyone ignores, yes you can put bigger and bigger locks on your stuff, and that will slow them down.

To protect your trailer you need to have notification. As an avid racer and trailer owner we saw too many break-ins and thefts. GeoSky Alert takes the best parts of a GPS tracking device and alarm system and ties it in with your smart phone. now if your trailer is accessed even if it is unlocked you will get a text or email to your mobile device.

This gives you options to do something about it, instead of being a victim.

Protect your stuff, built by racers for racers.

Ron C
www.geoskyalert.com

[R. Pare]

Mr Pare is correct. This is the one I use.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Master-Lock-...YAAOSwLnBX8nTA

That one will only slow them down if they have something to break or saw though the bar. Better than any lock that has an exposed shackle, though.

[logager]

That one will only slow them down if they have something to break or saw though the bar. Better than any lock that has an exposed shackle, though.

This area is the weak link on this style lock.

This lock provides much better protection.


As mentioned, battery operated power tools make most locks useless.
We will have the second lock on display in our booth at #PRI2017

[Daryl DeArman]

Doesn't matter how good the lock. There are easier ways to get into that trailer. If they don't need to open the door the side walls and an18V sawz-all gets it done real quick.

[logager]

Doesn't matter how good the lock. There are easier ways to get into that trailer. If they don't need to open the door the side walls and an18V sawz-all gets it done real quick.

Agree 100%.
That is why I also said

As mentioned, battery operated power tools make most locks useless.

[DanW]

If you can't keep the bad guys out, leave nothing of value inside or install a GPS/cellular alarm system that lets you know immediately if the doors open or the trailer moves.

[Steve Demeter]

Or as I have said many times ... hook a battery powered fence charger to your trailer doors.

Just hide a switch some place so you can turn it off safely.

Or by now, I bet there is an app for that..

[EACIII]

If I wanted to get in a trailer I would skip the door and locks and just use my battery powered tool to cut a large hole in the side wall.
Locks only keep your friends out.

Ed

[Daryl DeArman]

If I wanted to get in a trailer I would skip the door and locks and just use my battery powered tool to cut a large hole in the side wall.
Locks only keep your friends out.

Ed

I was operating under the premise that they want the car, large tool boxes or other tidbits that need to come out the back door/large opening.

The electric fence to the trailer might be a great idea in some jurisdictions, but not in the screwed-up liberal Xanadu California. Booby traps are a no-no.

Hell, you can't even shoot em if you catch them in the act. If I'm correct, CA law now requires that you provide assistance to the P.O.S. stealing your stuff if they are from a protected class, due to the privilege you enjoy and the goal of wealth re-distribution.