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Snomas
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I just installed a generator on my new back bumper rack. Has Anyone developed a way to lock it in place. Predator 3500 watt gen sitting on 20x48 in metal rack
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ppine
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A bolt cutter can easily cut locks and cables. I keep my generator in the back of the TV and run a long cord from TT to it. Then I cover it up with a tarp so it is not visible locked in the back of my truck under a canopy.

pigman1
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K_and_I wrote:
2manytoyz wrote:
Though I have a different brand of generator, I lock mine in place when in use.

I'm using a Masterlock Python model. I drilled a hole through the frame plate since it was all too easy to remove on bolt to slip the lock off the handle.

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I use 2 of these Masterlock Pythons, wrapping around the generator on both sides, and going through a hole drilled in the rack it sits on. I found that Home Depot has these in 8' for a couple bucks more than Amazons 6' length, which was not long enough to go around my generator and rack.
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Yes, a determined thief can go through these, but there are 2, and will take some time. We did a 10 week trip to Alaska, and the gennie is still sitting on its rack.
Sounds like a plan. Based on 11 trips I've made to Alaska (9 full summers up there) that's about the last place I'd expect you to have that sort of a problem. Alaskans I've met (and there has been a bunch of them) would be more apt to go out of their way to help you than steal anything. The guy I knew who lost his generator was on the desert in -----------------wait for it---

Yep, California.
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K_and_I
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2manytoyz wrote:
Though I have a different brand of generator, I lock mine in place when in use.

I'm using a Masterlock Python model. I drilled a hole through the frame plate since it was all too easy to remove on bolt to slip the lock off the handle.

Affiliate link here: https://amzn.to/2BrbHsP

I use 2 of these Masterlock Pythons, wrapping around the generator on both sides, and going through a hole drilled in the rack it sits on. I found that Home Depot has these in 8' for a couple bucks more than Amazons 6' length, which was not long enough to go around my generator and rack.
Home Depot
Yes, a determined thief can go through these, but there are 2, and will take some time. We did a 10 week trip to Alaska, and the gennie is still sitting on its rack.
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pinesman
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I have the Masterlock cable shown above but it probably just makes me feel better than really accomplishing anything against a determined thief. It will slow down the opportunistic person wanting something easy but won't stop anyone who really wants it. My plan that I am currently going with is "if it is running, I will be around. If I am not around, it will be hidden"

pigman1
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Yeah, a determined thief will have it if he wants it. We camped next to a guy who had his tied to his rig with a VERY LARGE grade 70 DOT transport chain and security lock and they cut it in just a few minutes and stole the genny. You may slow them down, but that's it.
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romore
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A determined thief will get it no matter what, the chain and lock just keeps honest people honest. If they can't steal they may take a hammer to it so either way you lose. Tie it down to deter the quick grab and run types and keep your insurance current.

rexmitchell
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Get the biggest chain you can find and chain it to the frame of the camper. An angle grinder will quickly and quietly go through a cable lock in under a minute.

2manytoyz
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Though I have a different brand of generator, I lock mine in place when in use.

I'm using a Masterlock Python model. I drilled a hole through the frame plate since it was all too easy to remove on bolt to slip the lock off the handle.

Details here: http://2manytoyz.com/genlock.html



Affiliate link here: https://amzn.to/2BrbHsP
Robert
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TurnThePage
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I wish they had that lockdown plate for my Champ 3400! I've been patiently waiting.

I purchased a length of hardened chain that's over 1/2" thick and a big fat hardened lock to secure it. They say that bolt cutters can't cut the chain, but I'm sure with some time, a grinder will. It's a work out just lifting the chain. ๐Ÿ™‚
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ependydad
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My favorite generator lock is the LowPro LockDown lock. Donโ€™t know if they have a baseplate for the Predator, though.

This thing is as good as it gets.
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GrandpaKip
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Short of a bank vault, not too much you can do to prevent a determined thief.
I would use a high grade chain or cable with a decent padlock to dissuade the casual thief.
If itโ€™s a hitch mounted rack, Iโ€™d also get a locking hitch pin.
Kip
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