An Ounce Of Prevention Is Worth A Pound Of Cure - Why A New Trailer Hitch Lock Could Save You Thousands

If you're the type of recreational user who is looking to protect their trailer hitch and hitch receiver, installing a new trailer hitch lock could save you a ton of money in the long run.

This post will explain what causes trailers to be stolen, why installing a new trailer hitch lock can help prevent this from happening, and how an ounce of prevention can save you thousands. We'll also show you some helpful tips on what to look for when buying a new trailer lock, as well as point out some ways that locks may be ineffective or even dangerous. Lastly we'll give you our recommendations for the best locking products on the market today so that your next purchase is more informed decision than guesswork.

Why Your Trailer Might Be Stolen:

You'll have to be the judge of your own experience, but many people feel that their trailer is probably the type that thieves are targeting. Perhaps you have a trailer that has a high value, or maybe you have something hidden in your trailer that might be attractive to thieves. One thing's for sure, it seems like there's always someone out there who wants to steal your stuff.

The good news is that even though we're often in denial about this, thieves usually target high value to avoid using up their time and not getting caught. Remember, usually if you're steal something with a low perceived value, it's not likely that the police will be looking for you. So of course thieves want to make sure that there's a high return on their investment and that they don't get caught in the process.

How A Trailer Hitch Lock Can Help:

Obviously there are many types of trailer hitch locks available today. I promise we're not going to turn this into a "how-to" guide but rather focus on things to look for when buying your next hitch lock.

First and foremost, when choosing your new trailer lock, try to pick one with a decent level of security. This can be a lock that has over 6 bolts or it can be a lock that doesn't require a key. In either case, make sure that the bolt can't possibly be removed with a small hand pick or wrench.

Additionally, look at how the trailer key works. If you'll be using the same key to unlock your trailer as you will to lock it up, I would recommend picking one with reinforced edges and welds which certainly helps in the prevention of theft.

Last but not least, consider how well the hitch locking mechanism is built. I can't stress enough how important this is. If it's not built solid, it may well do more harm than good to your trailer hitch and receiver.

Does A Trailer Hitch Lock Even Work?

This question is probably a lot easier to answer than most people think. Most trailer hitch locks work, but only to the point that they are made to work.

These locks can be very effective as long as they're installed and used correctly. The biggest problem is that most people don't follow the instructions, or they place the lock in a location where it couldn't possibly work.

If you want to get the most out of your trailer hitch lock, please make sure to install it in a way that it will actually help your hitch receiver. You should also treat the installation like you would any other tool, meaning that you need to be careful when using it so that you don't hurt yourself.

If you need some suggestions on where to put your lock, or how to install it correctly, feel free to give us a call at 1-866-626-8348.

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If you're serious about preventing theft then I highly recommend getting a trailer hitch lock that doesn't require a key and one that's made out of solid steel. These are the kind of locks that we recommend. Feel free to give us a call at 1-866-626-8348 if you'd like further information on the best locking products on the market today.

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Conclusion:

When you're looking into getting a trailer hitch lock, you need to make sure that you do it the right way. The best way to do this is to ensure that you pick a product that has a high level of security, but also one that's easy for anyone to operate and install.

It's also important to remember that there are a lot of options when shopping for trailer hitch locks. While there are some solid steel products on the market, many of them are made from inferior materials and don't have the same level of security as those made out of thicker steel material. So make sure that you're comparing apples-to-apples when looking at different models.