Car Security

[Nickleback]

I've recently bought one of these http://www.back2you.com/self-contained- ... acker.html from eBay for a reduced price. Inserted SIM and followed instructions. Very easy and works a treat.

Well, the recent spate of thefts has made my mind up and one of the improvements that I have gone for is this:
http://www.back2you.com/compact-gps-veh ... acker.html

I have gone for the standard version with the cut off box all covertly fitted, should be done next week so will give some feedback ASAP

[Turnip]

Another tracker to consider is this one: http://www.trackersecurity.co.uk/buy.html
It's monitored, so more expensive than others. The re-chargeable version and replacement battery version last 18months/2 years between charges, so they're not a battery drain for cars in storage.
It also has a vibration sensor, so you'll get a text or a phone call if the car gets a bit of a nudge, rather than waiting for it to actually move its location.

[johnben]

Hi Folks

Thanks for the replies, I think this self contained unit will suit me best http://www.back2you.com/self-contained- ... acker.html though I just need to do a bit more research on it.
Re the removable steering wheel, I know I have a simplistic view of things but if I remove the central locking nut retaining the steering wheel and put the horn assembly back, don't I have a removable steering wheel?
I am retiring to the bunker to avoid the flak.

John
2 + 2 1967

[mgcjag]

Yes...but you have to get your spanners out.......removable steeringwheel set ups are just pull off/push on

[johnben]

Sorry, I did not make myself clear, the retaining nut is permanently off, the wheel would stay in place in normal use due to the friction of the splines and gravity.

John

2 + 2 1967

[Heuer]

Jaguar put a Palnut on because they were worried the main nut would come loose. Obviously should not have bothered!

[BRM]

But removable steering wheels do not work like that. They have a quick release mechanism but when in place they are locked on - they do not just slide off.

There is a reason for the standard wheel having a big nut to hold it on - friction and gravity aren't sufficiently reliable and anyway after you've removed it a few times there won't be much friction left.

I don't think I'd want to be fumbling around trying to push it back on the splines as I'm hurtling round a bend at 70mph !

[mgcjag]

I assume you have the spinners on your road wheels .....i supose we should be saying quick release steering

[PeterCrespin]

... the retaining nut is permanently off, the wheel would stay in place in normal use due to the friction of the splines and gravity.

John, you need to correct the 'missing a' typo in your ID.

"The name's Bean, Mr Bean"

Don't lose your split collets.

[Red Kite]

As requested, this is what I have

http://rbs-propertymarking.co.uk/gps_tracker_50.html

The listing seems to have disappeared from their website, does it have another name/brand name ?

[cactusman]

it seems RBS no longer sell the tracker. However the one they sold is readily available from many other internet outlets including Amazon. For example...

Note that you need to buy both the tracker and the in vehicle charger and you will also need a SIM. RBS sold the tracker, the in vehicle charger, a second battery and a mains power charger plus an O2 SIM for around £120. Note that in their instructions most SIM cards will work but specifically NOT those for the 3 network.

[johnben]

I made some enquiries a couple of months ago and the unit was no longer available so I went for the Back2You unit which I am quite happy with. http://www.back2you.com/?gclid=CjwKEAiA ... oC6Zvw_wcB

John Series 1 2 + 2

[mystery type]

This seems an inexpensive option, only £24.00, up to 1 year battery life, and no monthly costs.
Anyone tried this?

http://techiefans.com/is-your-own-car-o ... 0132md6428

[Heuer]

Interesting device - wonder if it works in the UK?

[mystery type]

wonder if it works in the UK?

Says world wide...

Devices with iOS 8 & up
Android 4.4 & Later with Bluetooth Low Energy
Works World Wide

[Heuer]

They have a UK site: http://www.thetrackr-uk.co.uk/#&panel1-6

[mgcjag]

Sounds like it works on crowd GPS.....with a range of 100ft.....so the trackr will ping a phone that has the app if its within 100ft....this nearest app/phone notifies the network of the location...then your phone gets to know.....sounds a great device, but relies on lots useing the app

[cactusman]

Think you are right Steve. Ok in a street but not much good if your car is stashed in a dusty barn in some remote county location I suspect...