I'm a little concerned about theft. Sounds like the unit comes off pretty easy. Any kits that add security?
1664786
Every rack is a bolt on affair. Yes, this one would be lighter and easier to steal but you could always drill a hole in the mounting plate that sits on the bed rail, drop a long bolt or hitch pin through and into your stake pocket and put some kind of lock through a hole drilled into the pin. That's not a bad idea actually. I may do that to my own.
1664787
You can probably figure something out to lock it in..but it would take about 30 mins to uninstall. Had mine on about 2 years never had a problem.
1664788
The rack comes with allen bolts thus making it a somewhat slow process to take down. So it would look rather odd if someone tries to steal it at a public spot. Having said that, I do not know of any security system for it.
100756
There are YouTube videos available that show you how to remove the panel and radio. I installed an aftermarket Bluetooth kit shortly after purchasing my Rav 4 utilizing one of these videos and it wasn't difficult. If you have some masking tape and a plastic panel tool (available on Amazon) it makes it very unlikely you will do any damage when popping off the panel pieces. PS... Having since purchased this item, I do feel the need to further add that there is no installation documentation with this whatsoever. Just a very brief end-user type guide. You are entirely on your own as far as putting it in. Not all the connections are "self explanatory".
56563
You must twist the detector bit which then comes off of the mounting plate. It's not difficult at all.
1456167
Yikes. You may be up that infamous, stinky creek. One choice is crow-barring it open, which will ruin the safe and maybe damage your 2X4 studs and dry wall. One hope is that you can find the serial number (not the model number). Most companies can replace a key if they know that number. You would also have to convince them you are the owner of the safe... and not a thief that stole a safe! Hope it works out for you... Hey also... maybe a good lock and key company could pick the lock for you??? It might cost you $50 or so.
2197183
Yes, there is a ring with a screw supplied with each sensor but I doubt that this will deter theft of the unit.
2267663
Mine is mounted with decent-sized screws to a concrete wall, and the case itself seems pretty tough. It would be hard to pry off, and would hopefully draw some attention from the neighbors, but I'm sure it's possible. With 12 buttons there are also only 4096 combinations, so someone could also defeat it that way. But it's a lot better than hiding a key. For that matter, what's to prevent someone from prying your door open?
146379
Technically yes, the red part is like a key so you can take it out if you want and if you somewhat hide the location of the switch it would definitely be tough to steal. I have had friends try to move my car and they just thought the battery was dead until I showed them where to the switch was.
238500
It is a perfect fit and very heavy. It wont blow out. You definitely could put some sheet metal screws with washers at the ends and corners to prevent theft but I doubt it necessary. I have never bothered with theft and you couldn't blow this one out if you tried.
1305303
I just removed mine again to test it and found that it can be removed relatively easy without any issues. Good Luck!
1957164
Love the cover, but there is nothing built in to prevent theft. Hope this helps!
5789
I guess it depends on where you live :) For someone to steal it they would need two ratchets, one to hold the huge no wiggle bolt that goes through mount, into the hitch and then into a HUGE nut on the other side and 3-5 minutes of no one looking to work on it. I figured for the price of this, it was a risk I was willing to take and so far no problems. I think anyone who just walked by and looked down at it would think there was no way that thing is coming off easily.
64507
ive gotten one (actually 2 but have only installed 1) and was worried too but I have no problem with mine. It has lasted through a move where it had to be removed and reinstalled at the new place. only thing I would suggest is that if you do remove it and reinstall it make sure that the air tube isn't twisted
2085027
I bought one and it's a PIA to install threw it away and bought another brand. There may be different keys like any other lock. you would need to contact the manufacturer for the answer about different. A thief would want to grab it and be gone not tinker around with any kind of lock. Make yours harder to steal than the next guys.
449350
It is easy but in my experience it is a dangerous quick release system. Mine released on it's own several times once almost causing a bad crash. This thing is a POS. I tossed mine away. Get something safer and sturdier. Your safety is more important than a low price.
471450
Hey Belle,Id say it is relatively easy to remove, but when I lock my bike up I have not had anyone touch those lights. I think they go relatively unnoticed by pedestrians walking by, unless they are lit up. So I wouldnt worry too much about them being lifted off your bike. I think you would be more likely to get the whole wheel stolen.
2168421
It installs by hooking keyhole slots over screw heads, so no, without special effort on your part it is not particularly theft proof. In my case the unit is mounted about 10 feet above the ground; it triggers over a range of 10-12 horizontal feet for me, which was about what I was hoping for.
334448
I haven't tried taking mine off but the adhesive is so strong I think you'd minimally leave a mark. Personally I wouldn't do it. But the lock is great.