Van security Autosleeper Fairford
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Van security Autosleeper Fairford
Hello!
I am sure this has been asked before but I cannot find the info I need in a format I can understand! So hoping some kind person here has the time to either explain/discuss with me or point me in the right direction!I have just become the very proud owner of a 2016 Autosleeper Fairford. It already has a tracker fitted which I know I can take over the subscription on, Globaltelemetrics Smartrack. (tho they are being a little slow in getting back to me and previous owner was contacted to cancel his subs yesterday, so it is probably not covered at the moment!) However -I am totally new to all this but from what I can gather I probably need to do more than just the tracker to protect my lovely van. So I have at least a few questions please!
1.As the exisiting tracker was installed 3 1/2 years ago it is out of warranty, should I even consider just carrying on the subs, would I be better starting from scratch with the either the same or different device?
2. The tracker obviously does not prevent theft, tho it is a monitored 24/7 system and I do know it will alert the company if the vehicle is towed or somehow moves without ignition, or if battery is disconnected. The van has the usual alarm and immobiliser. Do I need to consider some sort of steering wheel lock, wheel locking devices, if so which?
3. I will sometimes have dogs with me, so there will be occasions when I need to leave them in the van while I shop/shower etc. Is there a way I can set the alarm on the van with them moving around inside?
4. I know people with panel vans talk about extra locks on back and side doors- what are these and are they necessary? Who fits them?
That's all I can think of at the moment, thanking anyone who replies in advance. Angie
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Re: Van security Autosleeper Fairford
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Re: Van security Autosleeper Fairford
I took mine straight to Vanbitz for a Strikeback plus and non start system.
The internal sensor can be switched off if the dog is in the van, or if I need the perimeter covered while I’m sleeping.
The engine is immobilised until I send an activation message for it to start and there is a Meta Trak fitted, so I can track the van’s location.
They now offer a monitored tracker system, which wasn’t available when I bought the van.
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The internal sensor can be switched off if the dog is in the van, or if I need the perimeter covered while I’m sleeping.
The engine is immobilised until I send an activation message for it to start and there is a Meta Trak fitted, so I can track the van’s location.
They now offer a monitored tracker system, which wasn’t available when I bought the van.
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Re: Van security Autosleeper Fairford
Hi Nangie and welcome to the forum.
I have the same van as you, a Fairford. I use a disklok steering wheel cover on mine for some extra security. It covers the whole steering wheel and because it spins on the steering wheel, the steering wheel cannot be turned while it's on it. It's also a good visual deterrent and well worth looking at. It's not easy to remove by a thief, and any would be thief would not want to take it on. They would need to be tooled up to cut it off as it's made from titanium steel. There's some good videos on youtube about it.
I have the same van as you, a Fairford. I use a disklok steering wheel cover on mine for some extra security. It covers the whole steering wheel and because it spins on the steering wheel, the steering wheel cannot be turned while it's on it. It's also a good visual deterrent and well worth looking at. It's not easy to remove by a thief, and any would be thief would not want to take it on. They would need to be tooled up to cut it off as it's made from titanium steel. There's some good videos on youtube about it.
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Re: Van security Autosleeper Fairford
I understand with Globaltelemetrics you can pay either annual subs or a one off payment which lasts for the duration of your ownership.. Either way they warranty the installation. The tracker should qualify for a discount on insurance but check as some trackers dont. I have a Globaltelemetrics Tracker and am satisfied with it and their service. Caravanguard allow a discount for mine. As for locks etc then anything that makes it more difficult for a thief the better. Milenco do steering locks although disc locks can be cumbersome.
Martin
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Re: Van security Autosleeper Fairford
Consider this anti theft lock, seen on another post in this forum. Looks effective.
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