Now, insert the supplied lock pin through the hole and attach the lock at the end. Then, take the black steel U-lock portion and put it into the slots on the red plate. Next, with the coupler in the open position, insert the ball into the coupler, then close it. Simply choose the correct ball size and bolt it to the red plate using a wrench. Plus, it’s got a limited lifetime warranty. It’s weatherproof, has a double ball-bearing mechanism for smooth operation, a plate tumbler sidebar to prevent lock picking, and a stainless steel lock shutter to keep dirt and grime out. It’s powder-coated for corrosion resistance as well as visibility. There’s nothing like the feeling of being ready to attach a trailer only to be unable to remove the coupler lock! In contrast, the BOLT Lock version feels and looks like something designed to protect Fort Knox.Įven before installation, we could tell this is a nicely made product. It feels cheap, is cumbersome to use, and has some corrosion on it that makes it hard to operate. We’ve used a coupler lock for years but haven’t been fans. Off-Vehicle Coupler Lock (Photo/Andy Lilienthal) These other products include BOLT’s Off-Vehicle Coupler Lock, Pin Lock, and standard Padlock and Cable Lock. It also works for all of BOLT’s products, not just the ones mentioned here. You open the package, take your vehicle’s ignition key, insert it into the lock, and turn it. Using BOLT Lock products couldn’t be easier. Hey, it still cuts way down on keys for our trailer. But for this review, BOLT Lock sent me a generic Ford key that I was able to use. Unfortunately for me, they didn’t have one that’d work with our old ‘90s Mitsubishis. The company offers locks for use with a variety of auto manufacturers such as Chevrolet, Ford, Nissan, Toyota, and many more. This can cut down on key congestion depending on your setup. Enter Milwaukee-based BOLT Lock.īOLT Lock products are based on the idea that you can use your vehicle’s ignition key with a variety of the brand’s locks. However, there’s a company out there that claims to cut down on key carrying. That’s on top of a key for the locking tailgate and a key for the rack, not to mention the key to the vehicle.įor such a tiny trailer, our keychain is huge. Speaking of ordeals, having all these theft-deterrents means having three keys just for those three locks. If someone wants this trailer, they’re going to have to go through an ordeal to get it. We’ve used a hitch coupler lock, a hitch pin lock, and a cable around the rear axle attached to our carport. Even items as large as trailers should be secured - otherwise, they might wander off.įor years, we’ve kept our small Dinoot trailer secured when not in use. It’s unfortunate, but if you want to have nice things, you’d better lock them up.
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