Tow-proofing a Blazer? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

easy_13 · 06-28-2005, 02:56 PM

Finally went topless this morning for the first time (I've had the Blazer for a little over a year). Idiot PO used double-sided tape instead of weatherstripping, but that's a different story.
MY QUESTION: Let's say I'm parked in a public place somewhere with the top off. What's to keep someone from coming along, throwing my Blazer in neutral, hooking a chain to the front tow hooks and taking it away?

smokekiki · 06-28-2005, 03:01 PM

Same thing that would stop someone from taking one with a top on....Not much!

bouncytruck · 06-28-2005, 03:26 PM

They would probably hot wire it first - less effort and faster than towing.

LUV2XCLR8 · 06-28-2005, 03:32 PM

Yup, these things are easy to get into, w/ or w/o the top on, the best
advice I can give you is to not drive it, since that ain't gonna happen,
i reccomend a good insurance carrier who deals in replacement value.

blazerparts · 06-28-2005, 05:55 PM

when and where do you park often?

wingman · 06-28-2005, 06:31 PM

Id deal with a collector insurance company that goes on agreed value or whatever.

crispy · 06-28-2005, 06:51 PM

a little off the subject but i've had an idea in my mind for a while now... what about an alarm system that activates a solenoid that opens a can of pepper spray in the cab? what do you guys think? the can sprays all into the cab and nobody will be able to stay in there long enough to hotwire it at least.

Gyva · 06-28-2005, 07:17 PM

patent you system.....

bouncytruck · 06-28-2005, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crispy

a little off the subject but i've had an idea in my mind for a while now... what about an alarm system that activates a solenoid that opens a can of pepper spray in the cab? what do you guys think? the can sprays all into the cab and nobody will be able to stay in there long enough to hotwire it at least.

You'd probably be prosecuted for violation of the civil rights of the car thief.

*Medicanman71* · 06-28-2005, 09:56 PM

actually there are companys that do this in OTHER parts of the world.

"Yup, these things are easy to get into, w/ or w/o the top on, the best
advice I can give you is to not drive it, since that ain't gonna happen,
i reccomend a good insurance carrier who deals in replacement value."

hahah, whats a college kid to do! Mines my DD

Get a cheapo beater, great idea - now where do i park the blazer?

Can only enjoy it if you're mobbing it around! Not too long till i get you make you all jealous w/ shots from Oceano and Pismo

mastercraftkpk · 06-29-2005, 10:46 AM

In the United Socialist Soviet Republic of California, I would not be suprized to get prosecuted for protecting your own property.

71jimmy · 06-29-2005, 11:29 AM

Hey masterfcraftpk, You got the name right, United Socialist Soviet Republic of California, but watch out, because its spreding to the rest of the Republic like fire. I'd say in 20 or 30 years, might need to move to Russia for some freedom.

mastercraftkpk · 06-29-2005, 11:38 AM

"Let not your heart be troubled." I lived in Cali a lifetime ago, and I see it getting better in many ways.

wright-ons · 06-29-2005, 01:12 PM

At least in California we have more good weather to take the top off which you must admit does make it somewhat easier for the car thiefs.

RED72blazer · 06-29-2005, 01:23 PM

large dog...enough said.

Bluegoose972 · 06-29-2005, 03:22 PM

What about this?

Fab a bracket so that when you set the parking brake, it can't be released without a key. Could be a very simple bracket and a padlock. That would keep the vehicle from rolling at least.

Bluegoose

wingman · 06-29-2005, 03:28 PM

Take off your tow hooks and give them to me that way it is too much work to hook a chain up since all thieves are lazy. Or put a note on it that says "Please steal me" it will freak them out and they wont do it.

bigbluthng · 06-29-2005, 04:00 PM

i have seen trucks with the club and their wheels turned all one way on a towtruck. they used those tire skates under the tire to move the truck. if a theif really wants to take your ride they will find a way. but on another note, that pepper spray idea would be good but what if you accidentally set it off.

bouncytruck · 06-29-2005, 04:17 PM

You could get one of those removable steering wheels or, always park next to an expensive european convertable!

71jimmy · 06-30-2005, 12:06 AM

SMITH & WESSON!!!!! nough said

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-30-2005, 06:04 AM

I don't know how he did it, but one time I saw this guy's Landcruiser or -Rover(?) with the top off. He had a motion sensing detector on the alarm circuit.

crispy · 06-30-2005, 09:07 AM

you guys are probably right... the pepper spray thing would definitely lead to a lawsuit

mastercraftkpk · 06-30-2005, 09:51 AM

There are commercially available alarms that use a motion detection device. I had one on a car that could even be setup to tell people they were walking too close to the vehicle.

I think it cost me about $800.00. Now I wish I had pulled off when I sold the car.

bouncytruck · 06-30-2005, 11:28 AM

I had a dual zone proximity alarm in a 5.0 drop top mustang. It would sense when someone was standing close to the vehicle and give a warning beep. If you broke the perimiter of the interior, the beep would escalate for 2 seconds an then the alarm would go off. It was kind of cool. I actually forgot about that until you guys mentioned it.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-03-2005, 10:11 AM

Grant makes a removable steering wheel kit about $100 bone's here locally,seems like that and the alarm and you would have a pretty good chance that it will stay where it is parked... Just remember if they want it bad enough they will get it..

06-28-2005, 02:56 PM	#1
easy_13 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: London, Ky. Posts: 38	Tow-proofing a Blazer? Finally went topless this morning for the first time (I've had the Blazer for a little over a year). Idiot PO used double-sided tape instead of weatherstripping, but that's a different story. MY QUESTION: Let's say I'm parked in a public place somewhere with the top off. What's to keep someone from coming along, throwing my Blazer in neutral, hooking a chain to the front tow hooks and taking it away?

06-28-2005, 03:01 PM	#2
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,473	Same thing that would stop someone from taking one with a top on....Not much! __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

06-28-2005, 03:26 PM	#3
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	They would probably hot wire it first - less effort and faster than towing. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

06-28-2005, 03:32 PM	#4
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Yup, these things are easy to get into, w/ or w/o the top on, the best advice I can give you is to not drive it, since that ain't gonna happen, i reccomend a good insurance carrier who deals in replacement value. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

06-28-2005, 05:55 PM	#5
blazerparts No,I DON'T have Tourett's Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 556	when and where do you park often? __________________ '72 K5 CST 350/350 Daily Driver '69 GMC3500 Camper Special CST Flatbed 396/400 Upgraded to show truck '69 GMC 2500 L6292, 3spd beater

06-28-2005, 06:31 PM	#6
wingman Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 41	Id deal with a collector insurance company that goes on agreed value or whatever.

06-28-2005, 06:51 PM	#7
crispy '71 Chevy Blazer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: San Leandro, CA (near Oakland) Posts: 96	a little off the subject but i've had an idea in my mind for a while now... what about an alarm system that activates a solenoid that opens a can of pepper spray in the cab? what do you guys think? the can sprays all into the cab and nobody will be able to stay in there long enough to hotwire it at least. __________________ '71 K5 Blazer (new project / daily driver) "If you are not working to improve the situation, you have no business complaining"

06-28-2005, 07:17 PM	#8
Gyva Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mountain Home Idaho Posts: 544	patent you system.....

06-28-2005, 09:56 PM	#10
Medicanman71 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Where the Wild Things Are Posts: 696	actually there are companys that do this in OTHER parts of the world. "Yup, these things are easy to get into, w/ or w/o the top on, the best advice I can give you is to not drive it, since that ain't gonna happen, i reccomend a good insurance carrier who deals in replacement value." hahah, whats a college kid to do! Mines my DD Get a cheapo beater, great idea - now where do i park the blazer? Can only enjoy it if you're mobbing it around! Not too long till i get you make you all jealous w/ shots from Oceano and Pismo

06-29-2005, 10:46 AM	#11
mastercraftkpk Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: houston,tx Posts: 333	In the United Socialist Soviet Republic of California, I would not be suprized to get prosecuted for protecting your own property. __________________ They are not "insurgents"...they're vermin, cowards, and terrorists. Egon..." I think that they are more interested in my epipedimus."

06-29-2005, 11:29 AM	#12
71jimmy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,083	Hey masterfcraftpk, You got the name right, United Socialist Soviet Republic of California, but watch out, because its spreding to the rest of the Republic like fire. I'd say in 20 or 30 years, might need to move to Russia for some freedom. __________________ '71 Jimmy, 350, SM465, NP205, 2in Tuff Country lift, 33s on rallies, TBI, softtop and hardtop "If life was fair you'd be able to afford one of each and a garage large enough to house them all."

06-29-2005, 11:38 AM	#13
mastercraftkpk Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: houston,tx Posts: 333	"Let not your heart be troubled." I lived in Cali a lifetime ago, and I see it getting better in many ways. __________________ They are not "insurgents"...they're vermin, cowards, and terrorists. Egon..." I think that they are more interested in my epipedimus."

06-29-2005, 01:12 PM	#14
wright-ons Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Central CA Posts: 20	At least in California we have more good weather to take the top off which you must admit does make it somewhat easier for the car thiefs.

06-29-2005, 01:23 PM	#15
RED72blazer urban fourwheelin Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,007	large dog...enough said. __________________ 1972 K5 Blazer with Cummins 4BT, NV4500 swap in the parts gathering stage.

06-29-2005, 03:22 PM	#16
Bluegoose972 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 248	What about this? Fab a bracket so that when you set the parking brake, it can't be released without a key. Could be a very simple bracket and a padlock. That would keep the vehicle from rolling at least. Bluegoose



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06-29-2005, 03:28 PM	#17
wingman Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 41	Take off your tow hooks and give them to me that way it is too much work to hook a chain up since all thieves are lazy. Or put a note on it that says "Please steal me" it will freak them out and they wont do it.

06-29-2005, 04:00 PM	#18
bigbluthng Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: canyon country, ca, USA Posts: 336	i have seen trucks with the club and their wheels turned all one way on a towtruck. they used those tire skates under the tire to move the truck. if a theif really wants to take your ride they will find a way. but on another note, that pepper spray idea would be good but what if you accidentally set it off. __________________

06-29-2005, 04:17 PM	#19
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	You could get one of those removable steering wheels or, always park next to an expensive european convertable! __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

06-30-2005, 12:06 AM	#20
71jimmy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 1,083	SMITH & WESSON!!!!! nough said __________________ '71 Jimmy, 350, SM465, NP205, 2in Tuff Country lift, 33s on rallies, TBI, softtop and hardtop "If life was fair you'd be able to afford one of each and a garage large enough to house them all."

06-30-2005, 06:04 AM	#21
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,517	I don't know how he did it, but one time I saw this guy's Landcruiser or -Rover(?) with the top off. He had a motion sensing detector on the alarm circuit. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

06-30-2005, 09:07 AM	#22
crispy '71 Chevy Blazer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: San Leandro, CA (near Oakland) Posts: 96	you guys are probably right... the pepper spray thing would definitely lead to a lawsuit __________________ '71 K5 Blazer (new project / daily driver) "If you are not working to improve the situation, you have no business complaining"

06-30-2005, 09:51 AM	#23
mastercraftkpk Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: houston,tx Posts: 333	There are commercially available alarms that use a motion detection device. I had one on a car that could even be setup to tell people they were walking too close to the vehicle. I think it cost me about $800.00. Now I wish I had pulled off when I sold the car. __________________ They are not "insurgents"...they're vermin, cowards, and terrorists. Egon..." I think that they are more interested in my epipedimus."

06-30-2005, 11:28 AM	#24
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	I had a dual zone proximity alarm in a 5.0 drop top mustang. It would sense when someone was standing close to the vehicle and give a warning beep. If you broke the perimiter of the interior, the beep would escalate for 2 seconds an then the alarm would go off. It was kind of cool. I actually forgot about that until you guys mentioned it. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

07-03-2005, 10:11 AM	#25
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Grant makes a removable steering wheel kit about $100 bone's here locally,seems like that and the alarm and you would have a pretty good chance that it will stay where it is parked... Just remember if they want it bad enough they will get it.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

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