Clever solution, Kevin. As an older person with some additional getting down to ground level deficits, this is exactly the kind of review and solution that I find useful. Thanks so much!
I made home made beefy locks using American 700 series padlocks and American puck locks for a Pintle hitch and a gooseneck hitch. I like the proven locks a lot, but they were expensive and I had time, metal and a welder
Paclock also has a cone puck lock that makes it even harder to drill into. It’s not unpickable, but with its security pins it is very resistant to common lock attacks.
I have two. One carries metal Jerry cans and you can see that review here. th-cam.com/video/cnU0PqLs6c8/w-d-xo.html. The other can be used for plastic gas cans but we use them for water cans. Here is that review. th-cam.com/video/oj14_4V_5-M/w-d-xo.html
I'm not trying to be rude but if it is that much of an issue then why not snap a picture with your phone just before opening the puck lock ? Look at the picture to see which way the key hole is oriented. No need to lay on your back and look.
You might like that hitch lock but I would not only have that for protection. You are lucking someone does not drive up and throw a chain around it and drive off.
I use a hard carbon steel link chain around (thru) the wheels and around the axle... Still not theft proof, but just another layer (time) a thief would have to deal with...
You’ve got a $10,000 + trailer loaded with thousands of dollars worth of equipment and you’re worried about spending $100 to upgrade your lock? Interesting.
When I made this video, the information I had was outdated. I believe the Proven lock upgrade is worth it as well as the PACLOCK. I just don't care for the key on the standard lock.
Proven Industries puck lock, easy to drill in 30 seconds, which directly exposes a locking lug which can be pushed aside without turning the lock core. At least it can't be comb picked Good choice with PacLock tho! They make good locks :)
Clever solution, Kevin. As an older person with some additional getting down to ground level deficits, this is exactly the kind of review and solution that I find useful. Thanks so much!
I made home made beefy locks using American 700 series padlocks and American puck locks for a Pintle hitch and a gooseneck hitch. I like the proven locks a lot, but they were expensive and I had time, metal and a welder
I agree, that goofy key was difficult to use even with the lock in my hand.
It's funny that some love it and some hate it. I have since learned that Proven's lock upgrade is a really good lock and worth consideration.
Paclock also has a cone puck lock that makes it even harder to drill into. It’s not unpickable, but with its security pins it is very resistant to common lock attacks.
A grinder will take care of that cone quickly. You go from 30 secs to drill it to 60 seconds.
I don't know if this looks any easier. But nice to see an alternative.
I have not used puck locks but are not the barrel key in the same location like the keyed puck lock?
Good video. What is the gas carrier on the fender of your trailer.
I have two. One carries metal Jerry cans and you can see that review here. th-cam.com/video/cnU0PqLs6c8/w-d-xo.html. The other can be used for plastic gas cans but we use them for water cans. Here is that review. th-cam.com/video/oj14_4V_5-M/w-d-xo.html
What about grinding a scallop in the shroud so it would work with that puck lock and normal key
I'm sure that could be done but I didn't want to permanently modify the shroud. I figured the key was easier.
I'm not trying to be rude but if it is that much of an issue then why not snap a picture with your phone just before opening the puck lock ? Look at the picture to see which way the key hole is oriented. No need to lay on your back and look.
Everybody has to lay in the ground.Older folk,disabled,obese,don't need to be laying in the mud but a barrel key does suck.
Just use a sharpie marker and mark a tick which direction for the key.
Same problem with mine. Already had one pac lock and about to order another pac lock for the proven industry system.
It's a good solution for a fantastic product.
So what you’re saying is 5 minutes with a grinder to modify the coupler and I can use a pac lock? Nice! I’m in.
You might like that hitch lock but I would not only have that for protection. You are lucking someone does not drive up and throw a chain around it and drive off.
I use other protective measures as well but thought it wise not to mention everything.
I use a hard carbon steel link chain around (thru) the wheels and around the axle... Still not theft proof, but just another layer (time) a thief would have to deal with...
Why couldn't you just push up on the coupler ?
That works to close the lock but not to unlock it.
I have and use a small unbreakable mirror. Problem solved!
You’ve got a $10,000 + trailer loaded with thousands of dollars worth of equipment and you’re worried about spending $100 to upgrade your lock? Interesting.
When I made this video, the information I had was outdated. I believe the Proven lock upgrade is worth it as well as the PACLOCK. I just don't care for the key on the standard lock.
Proven Industries puck lock, easy to drill in 30 seconds, which directly exposes a locking lug which can be pushed aside without turning the lock core.
At least it can't be comb picked
Good choice with PacLock tho! They make good locks :)