RV Security while stored

[alvinc]

There have been other threads, but the questions were not specific enough. I see two scenarios:

1. Security for the RV while on the Road; this probably needs to be pet friendly and should alert me via GSM telephone SIM that someone has entered or is trying to steal the RV. Does this one need an ignition disable?

2. Security while the RV is stored; this scenario should also use GSM and needs to be battery friendly. That is it needs to use energy sparingly.

Both will probably be based on a motion detector type of system. Is there any need for window breakage or window door opening detection?

The one I am most interested in is number 2: RV storage security.

[Izzyblueye]

I hate to say this. If they want your RV they will get it no matter what you do. We had a construction company around here get their entire storage shed unloaded the other day. It would have taken heavy equipment to move dozers, back hoes, and drag lines, but they got it done with out a trace.

[alvinc]

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Originally Posted by Izzyblueye I hate to say this. If they want your RV they will get it no matter what you do. We had a construction company around here get their entire storage shed unloaded the other day. It would have taken heavy equipment to move dozers, back hoes, and drag lines, but they got it done with out a trace.

Your comment is somewhat defeatist, but I'm not going to leave the doors open for them. Do you keep your retirement fund under your mattress, I doubt it.

I was thinking that with a heat, motion, smoke detector sensors that dial my cell phone via a GSM telephone. I could, at least, make it to the storage area to watch it burn to the ground, or see it drive away into the sunset.

As it is, there is an unlimited amount of time for someone to have access with no-one knowing.

[wa8yxm]

Security in storage is a myth.. In most cases, I have more than enough time to break in, Swipe some nice EXPENSIVE electronics (recall I'm not worried about doing it neatly so I can just pry the TV out with a crowbar, Who cares about broken trim) and run several miles before the fuzz show up.

Video tape 24x7 covering the rig and some kind of video system (motion detecting) inside the coach which quickly e-mails an off site "Server" the photos..

That's gives you the best chance of recovery.

True story, or so I'm told.. There is a product called "Eye-Fi" this is a memory card for a camera with a built in Wi-Fi transponder in it.. If it passes near an open router (or one it knows how to access) it will upload whatever is on it to the Eye-Fi host computer so you can log in (it uploads to YOUR account) and download... Later.. This gives the card nearly unlimited storage capacity.

Well, a photographer got one for her birthday.

She put it in the camera (After configuring an account and the card) and the camera was .... missing.. It had been stolen.

The crooks did her the favor of taking their pictures.. The card did it's thing.. She noticed the photos when she logged into her Eye-Fi account... And E-mailed detective@police.station.gov (not the real address but it should drive spam bots crazy) who printed it out,, Said "OH we know these jokers" and went out and brought them in so they could complete the photo set.. only the photos the detectives took all had the jokers holding a board with numbers on it.........

That, is the best security.

[MickBrennan]

Our seasonal site works well on several levels the most important of which is security. We live in a condo town house community. The association rules allow overnight parking only. Our only option was to find a storage facility.

The coach being on a seasonal lot close to home has many advantages. We are hooked up all the time, we have 24 hour access with the best security imaginable. We have many new friends at Camp. Even if we aren't on the road it is still possible to get plenty of use out of our investment. The motorhome gets used at least 3 days a week all 3 seasons. We fly way south in the winter so that is a perfect place to store for the winter.

The reason for the super tight security is because our camp is a AANR certified camp resort. We have indoor and outdoor pools, gym, snack bar and a small hotel. There are activities all the time and they are open all year. The price is only about 2x what dry storage would be. The gate is attended with unlimited access.

[SarahW]

I'd say just make sure your insurance is paid up and relax. I'll admit, I hate that we can't just park our new MH right outside our door so I could watch it 24x7, but there are only so many things I can worry about.

[BobGed]

Here's a possibility The RV Security System. Cellular Video Security on the Road or in Storage.

[Hipshot]

I had my MH in a lot with "camera monitored security". But the cameras were on the entrance. The theives cut the chain link fence behind the MH and broke into the MH destroying the door, cost my insurance company $5800 and me $500. They stole a $40 DVD player. I now have the MH in my back yard. I advise if you park in a public lot take everything out and LEAVE THE THE DOORS AND BAGAGE BINS UNLOCKED. This may minimize damage to your RV. They hit 10 Mhs that night and the value of the items stolen was far less than the damage the caused. As for alarms, by the time someone response the damage is done and the thieves are gone.

[Gerall]

Agree with leaving bins and door unlocked. Just don't leave anything valuable loose in the rig. I am fortunate enough to have a small storage locker in the same compound that I store my MH so everything not bolted down goes into the storage locker with padlock. Yes the place has the same security cameras and gates as most have, but as indicated they don't cover the entire fenced area.
I made the mistake of locking my convertible vehicle, once, cost 2k for a new roof after being sliced open with a knife (ty insurance company). Nothing was in the car to take, so the damage was the real cost.

[Izzyblueye]

Buy good insurance, store in a reasonably secure facility or lot. Take all valuables out that might not be covered by your ins co. Then relax, it will be what it will be. Defeatist, "NO", just 40 years of not having a major problem. Worry is a total waste of effort and time.

[hamguy]

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Originally Posted by alvinc There have been other threads, but the questions were not specific enough. I see two scenarios: 1. Security for the RV while on the Road; this probably needs to be pet friendly and should alert me via GSM telephone SIM that someone has entered or is trying to steal the RV. Does this one need an ignition disable? 2. Security while the RV is stored; this scenario should also use GSM and needs to be battery friendly. That is it needs to use energy sparingly. Both will probably be based on a motion detector type of system. Is there any need for window breakage or window door opening detection? The one I am most interested in is number 2: RV storage security.

We live in a retirement area in AZ. We keep our RV along side our house. For a while, our kids kept their Toy Hauler in back of our RV. Last year, the dreaded HOA asked us to remove one or the other of the rigs.

Well, we booted the kids Hauler. Now this year, our neighbors across the street had a tree removed. This tree blocked access to their side yard. With it gone, they have ample access for an RV. So we asked if they would host the Hauler and for how much.

They said sure and said $25/mo. would be fine.

This is a very secure neighborhood. We have sheriff drive by daily and we can see the hauler from our front window. Problem solved thanks to kind people (rare today).