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13th April 2013, 12:48 AM
#1
Roof rack security
Hi all
We are heading off for 12 weeks shortly, towing out KK. Up through Alice, Darwin, kununurra. Etc
I carry solar panel, extra wheel and a box of bits on the roof.
Just wondering how important it is to lock on all items on and the best method?
Cheers Timbo
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13th April 2013 12:48 AM
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13th April 2013, 01:06 AM
#2
That's a tough one.. you could get a wire bike lock for the tyre but the rest might need a good few straps to make it look like a pain to get to the gear and/ or throw a Tarp over it so they can't see what's up here
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13th April 2013, 01:11 AM
#3
Legendary
There's another thread on here about tie downs where Cuppa puts up a pretty good post on outback towns and security.
Basically ratchet straps from bunnings or similar not occy straps. And people I country towns are more likely to leave your stuff alone. You'll find cities where the pilfering happens.
I am on my phone otherwise I would link it for you. If I get a chance tomorrow I find it
Just tap it in just tappy tappy tappy
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13th April 2013, 11:36 AM
#4
Patrol God
just be very aware at some of the nt towns lock your car at the servo and dont leave anything in the car in view of value as there will be a crowd of locals hanging around and if you leave the car for a minute you will get pilfered, takes them no time at all.
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13th April 2013, 02:30 PM
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13th April 2013, 02:49 PM
#6
Patrol God
You may find a very minor few prey on the tourist as an easy target, but common sense should prevail.
lock your car when you go to pay for fuel.
keep all valuables out of site
Park where you can keep an eye on your 4x4
as per the other thread dont be paranoid about it and spoil your trip
just be aware it may happen, hopefully it wont, enjoy
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
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13th April 2013, 02:52 PM
#7
Legendary
When I park for an extended stop I raise the bonnet to release the hot air from the engine bay. Probably no need these days but Dad did when we were kids, it's just a hang over I think 
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13th April 2013, 02:54 PM
#8
Legendary
Originally Posted by
Stropp
just be very aware at some of the nt towns lock your car at the servo and dont leave anything in the car in view of value as there will be a crowd of locals hanging around and if you leave the car for a minute you will get pilfered, takes them no time at all.
Back in 1989 that happened in our army convoy!!!!
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14th April 2013, 07:09 PM
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14th April 2013, 07:40 PM
#10
Patrol God
Try looking at the MSA website I'm sure they have large canvas lockable bags for the roof rack
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
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