How do you protect your investment from theft ? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

CJ2A · 07-13-2020, 12:30 AM

I recently heard of several thefts of C10’s. One was while a friend was having breakfast at a restaurant.

How do you protect your investment ?

Ptjsk · 07-13-2020, 12:44 AM

Subscribing, as I'm interested in this too.

Pat

**HO455** · 07-13-2020, 07:33 AM

There are some ideas here.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590462

tim_mc · 07-13-2020, 07:47 AM

Hood lock, hidden kill switch that grounds out the HEI tach lead, & battery disconnect (w/5A bypass fuse to keep radio presets, etc.).

**Grumpy old man** · 07-13-2020, 08:23 AM

Project creep , Nobody can steal it if it's sitting on jack stands in a locked garage !

Minkota · 07-13-2020, 08:31 AM

I installed this.

https://www.amazon.com/Megatronix-HL.../dp/B00262P71W

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-13-2020, 09:51 AM

Smith and Wesson......click click boom

AllGoNoShow · 07-13-2020, 10:15 AM

Speaking from personal experience, no one is hot wiring cars anymore (at least not in NY). They are jumping in the car you leave running when you leave it unattended to go into the store, or breaking into a dealership or overnight key drop to steal keys. In the remarkably unlikely chance you encounter a thief who is more sophisticated than this, they are just pulling up and loading it on a trailer and driving away.

GPS tracking is probably the way to go if your really concerned- or just buy a cheap burner flip phone and have your iPhone with the find my iphone app on it to leave hidden in your truck.

Jim Boy · 07-13-2020, 10:38 AM

I would like to see an air plane ejection seat installed. Do something wrong and go through the roof. The one with a broken neck was the one that tried but lost. Have a good one eh.

toolboxchev · 07-13-2020, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim Boy

I would like to see an air plane ejection seat installed. Do something wrong and go through the roof. The one with a broken neck was the one that tried but lost. Have a good one eh.

Sorry officer, I never got around to putting the sunroof in! Winner, Winner for originality!

**special-K** · 07-13-2020, 11:54 AM

Honestly, I rely on being in a safe location where I live. I don't feel that is good enough these days with the internet, streetscape, the high value these trucks now hold, and the lack of anti-theft. I block mine in when at home and most of the time my son's truck is home when I am not. I used to have enough vehicles that a person couldn't tell if anyone was home or not, and something was always blocked in.
I want to do more, so I'll do a simple disconnect and skip the electronics and screaming alarms. GPS tracking is a good idea, though, if you want any hope of recovery. Where I leave it away from home is a concern I never had. It sucks that now I can't feel comfortable parking my OLD TRUCK at a park to head out backpack camping or leave it along a river while I spend the day fishing and enjoying the river. These are things I always enjoyed doing in my truck. Thieves suck!!

OregonNed · 07-13-2020, 12:02 PM

Stored in a locked garage with security system, (tilt sensors on the garage doors) -
when out and about she is seldom far from my sight. She isn't driven much.

brazz04 · 07-13-2020, 12:25 PM

I replaced my fuse panel with the painless 14 way panel, and I just pull the coil fuse and take it with me. Sure someone could figure it out, but it will add some troubleshooting and work on their end.

Big Kev-O · 07-13-2020, 01:02 PM

I have a Viper two way alarm that triggers my key fob when activated. Works from up to 1/4 mile away. It cuts the ignition as well. It's not going to work if i am too far from the car but if i am parked in public one would hope the alarm sounding would at least get some attention. The ignition kill can easily be bypassed if the thief has electrical skills but by that time i will be coming out my front door angry as hell with my little friend Shotty. I also have a Lorex security camera with motion detect directly over my driveway.

Lee H · 07-13-2020, 04:20 PM

I’m protecting my investment with insurance. If stolen or totaled I’ll have enough money replace with a better unit. Won’t help with sentimental valve, but that’s not really an investment.

SCHRUMGMC · 07-13-2020, 04:39 PM

It’s been said before,

But I keep my in a locked garage and plus no engine so there’s the bonus

Asshat · 07-13-2020, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee H

I’m protecting my investment with insurance. If stolen or totaled I’ll have enough money replace with a better unit. Won’t help with sentimental valve, but that’s not really an investment.

What insurance companyare you with? They cover theft and accident?
Is it expensive? Do they come out and appraise your vehicle?

**57taskforce** · 07-13-2020, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by AllGoNoShow

Speaking from personal experience, no one is hot wiring cars anymore (at least not in NY). They are jumping in the car you leave running when you leave it unattended to go into the store, or breaking into a dealership or overnight key drop to steal keys. In the remarkably unlikely chance you encounter a thief who is more sophisticated than this, they are just pulling up and loading it on a trailer and driving away.

GPS tracking is probably the way to go if your really concerned- or just buy a cheap burner flip phone and have your iPhone with the find my iphone app on it to leave hidden in your truck.

I don’t think this is accurate. This might help. I frequent THE 5th gen Camaro forum and there’s been several guys who have had there cars broken into/stolen in this way.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=...&v=ARrlhlQiFzM
Obviously this doesn’t apply much to our trucks but it’s kinda naive to say they are just jumping in them When running and hauling ass. I live 3 hours north of Albuquerque, they are not just jumping into running cars there, ABQ is one of the car theft capitals of the country. Nothing is off limits old or new. If someone wants it bad enough they are going to get it eventually. If they are smart enough to do this kind of stuff our old trucks are child’s play.

Lee H · 07-13-2020, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asshat

What insurance companyare you with? They cover theft and accident?
Is it expensive? Do they come out and appraise your vehicle?

American Collectors. I had to get an appraisal after my frame off that substantially increased the value. Full coverage, about $400 a year, mileage and places not covered should it be stolen (like the movie theater as an example) restrictions apply.

weq92f · 07-13-2020, 05:44 PM

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Ima start with LockDoc's key set all the way around, then maybe put a hidden switch on the ECU power circuit. PO installed a pull knob start switch...no security at all.

-klb

Asshat · 07-13-2020, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by weq92f

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Ima start with LockDoc's key set all the way around, then maybe put a hidden switch on the ECU power circuit. PO installed a pull knob start switch...no security at all.

-klb

What exactly are you referring to? Is this some sort of security device?

NorCalC20LWB · 07-13-2020, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brazz04

I replaced my fuse panel with the painless 14 way panel, and I just pull the coil fuse and take it with me. Sure someone could figure it out, but it will add some troubleshooting and work on their end.

Now that's a great idea for a quick, easy, & cheap precaution. You could even put in a blown fuse when unattended so there would not be an obvious missing fuse.

toolboxchev · 07-13-2020, 06:28 PM

Put dirty socks on the dashboard.

truckster · 07-13-2020, 06:52 PM

Mine's been sitting in the garage with no engine or front clip for the last 7 years. Pretty secure, if you ask me.

I do have a tracking unit that I bought to track one of my children who was making some dumb decisions. I'll probably put it under the Blazer once I get it back on the road.

Andy4639 · 07-13-2020, 07:22 PM

Best security system is one not talked about on here are any other public forum. My 2 cents worth.

07-13-2020, 12:30 AM	#1
CJ2A Registered User Join Date: May 2019 Location: Hathaway Pines, CA Posts: 121	How do you protect your investment from theft ? I recently heard of several thefts of C10’s. One was while a friend was having breakfast at a restaurant. How do you protect your investment ? __________________ 48 CJ2A 63 1500 GMC (LS1 w/ Muncie 4spd) 68 RS Camaro 71 K20 BBC & granny 4 speed 95 2500 4x4 17 HD2500 4x4 Want => 67 C10 short bed w/ Manual Tranny

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Ptjsk Registered User Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Northern CA Posts: 588	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Subscribing, as I'm interested in this too. Pat

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HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 11,415	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? There are some ideas here. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590462 __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

07-13-2020, 07:47 AM	#4
tim_mc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: St Peters, MO Posts: 444	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Hood lock, hidden kill switch that grounds out the HEI tach lead, & battery disconnect (w/5A bypass fuse to keep radio presets, etc.). __________________ 1967 C20, 350 SBC w/Comp roller cam, 700R4 w/3.42 posi, PS, 4-wheel PDB, Old Air AC & GM Tilt column.

07-13-2020, 08:23 AM	#5
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Project creep , Nobody can steal it if it's sitting on jack stands in a locked garage ! __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

07-13-2020, 08:31 AM	#6
Minkota Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 295	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? I installed this. https://www.amazon.com/Megatronix-HL.../dp/B00262P71W

07-13-2020, 09:51 AM	#7
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,247	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Smith and Wesson......click click boom __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

07-13-2020, 10:15 AM	#8
AllGoNoShow Registered User Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 200	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Speaking from personal experience, no one is hot wiring cars anymore (at least not in NY). They are jumping in the car you leave running when you leave it unattended to go into the store, or breaking into a dealership or overnight key drop to steal keys. In the remarkably unlikely chance you encounter a thief who is more sophisticated than this, they are just pulling up and loading it on a trailer and driving away. GPS tracking is probably the way to go if your really concerned- or just buy a cheap burner flip phone and have your iPhone with the find my iphone app on it to leave hidden in your truck.

07-13-2020, 10:38 AM	#9
Jim Boy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Wasaga Beach Ontario Canada Posts: 208	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? I would like to see an air plane ejection seat installed. Do something wrong and go through the roof. The one with a broken neck was the one that tried but lost. Have a good one eh.

07-13-2020, 11:54 AM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Honestly, I rely on being in a safe location where I live. I don't feel that is good enough these days with the internet, streetscape, the high value these trucks now hold, and the lack of anti-theft. I block mine in when at home and most of the time my son's truck is home when I am not. I used to have enough vehicles that a person couldn't tell if anyone was home or not, and something was always blocked in. I want to do more, so I'll do a simple disconnect and skip the electronics and screaming alarms. GPS tracking is a good idea, though, if you want any hope of recovery. Where I leave it away from home is a concern I never had. It sucks that now I can't feel comfortable parking my OLD TRUCK at a park to head out backpack camping or leave it along a river while I spend the day fishing and enjoying the river. These are things I always enjoyed doing in my truck. Thieves suck!! __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-13-2020, 12:02 PM	#12
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Stored in a locked garage with security system, (tilt sensors on the garage doors) - when out and about she is seldom far from my sight. She isn't driven much. __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

07-13-2020, 12:25 PM	#13
brazz04 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 6	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? I replaced my fuse panel with the painless 14 way panel, and I just pull the coil fuse and take it with me. Sure someone could figure it out, but it will add some troubleshooting and work on their end.

07-13-2020, 01:02 PM	#14
Big Kev-O Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Simi, CA Posts: 495	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? I have a Viper two way alarm that triggers my key fob when activated. Works from up to 1/4 mile away. It cuts the ignition as well. It's not going to work if i am too far from the car but if i am parked in public one would hope the alarm sounding would at least get some attention. The ignition kill can easily be bypassed if the thief has electrical skills but by that time i will be coming out my front door angry as hell with my little friend Shotty. I also have a Lorex security camera with motion detect directly over my driveway. __________________ Made in America by Americans

07-13-2020, 04:20 PM	#15
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,148	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? I’m protecting my investment with insurance. If stolen or totaled I’ll have enough money replace with a better unit. Won’t help with sentimental valve, but that’s not really an investment. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

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SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? It’s been said before, But I keep my in a locked garage and plus no engine so there’s the bonus __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100



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weq92f Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 3,235	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? . Ima start with LockDoc's key set all the way around, then maybe put a hidden switch on the ECU power circuit. PO installed a pull knob start switch...no security at all. -klb __________________ 67 C10 fleet fuel injected '70 402, 700r4, 3.73 posi 07 335 sport turbo 6sp 94 Trans Am GT LT1 6sp posi -- sold after 22yrs 99 540 sport V8 6sp -- sold 73 240z L24 4sp -- given to friend 68 C10 step 350/350 3.73 open -- sold

07-13-2020, 06:28 PM	#23
toolboxchev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: 2nd left past the stump on a dirt road. Posts: 2,629	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Put dirty socks on the dashboard.

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truckster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,985	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Mine's been sitting in the garage with no engine or front clip for the last 7 years. Pretty secure, if you ask me. I do have a tracking unit that I bought to track one of my children who was making some dumb decisions. I'll probably put it under the Blazer once I get it back on the road. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

07-13-2020, 07:22 PM	#25
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: How do you protect your investment from theft ? Best security system is one not talked about on here are any other public forum. My 2 cents worth. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

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