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Locking a detachable tow bar

  • helijohn
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04 Sep 2013 22:28 #82223 by helijohn
Replied by helijohn on topic Locking a detachable tow bar

bashplate wrote: My issue is when I have to leave the Jimny unattended when I'm out with the trailer attached.
I'm thinking that a simple solution might be to undo the allen headed machine screws and remove the red sliders which would in turn prevent the other lever being operated.


Why not just lock the hitchlock or maybe chain the thing to the towbar with a padlock or one of those bike locks??

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04 Sep 2013 22:45 #82226 by markyp2000
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To be honest even with a normal tow ball hitch if the trailor is locked to the ball just undo the to 24mm bolts and then its free

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05 Sep 2013 09:17 #82251 by jonesyba420
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If they want to steal it they will, all else fails they will steal the car and trailer together!

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  • bashplate
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05 Sep 2013 18:34 #82284 by bashplate
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Here hopefully is a pic of the actual towbar. The red tabs (one on underside too) need to be pulled toward the ball and the other lever can be pressed to release the locking pin. There is no requirement to twist the bar - its just a straight in and out



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  • JuanGuillie
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05 Sep 2013 19:40 #82297 by JuanGuillie
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Do you think they can remove it with the weight (around 35 kg. on the ball) from your trailer on it.
Did you tried it allready yourself if it can be pulled out ?

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06 Sep 2013 15:40 - 06 Sep 2013 15:42 #82359 by bashplate
Replied by bashplate on topic Locking a detachable tow bar
To be honest I've not tried to remove the bar with the trailer attached. I suspect it will be more difficult!
Like others have said if someone really wants it they'll find a way, so I'm just looking to deter the casual thief.
I think I'll invest in a strongbox type lock and use that in conjunction with a chain from the trailer to the bar mount.
Last edit: 06 Sep 2013 15:42 by bashplate.

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