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04-26-2019, 01:46 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 892
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I grew up in the big city, lived in a smaller town and now live in a cow pasture area. I still lock everything up out of habit.
No paranoia involved just common sense awareness of surroundings. I always watch around vehicle wherever we are. Actually is a lot like defensive driving and does not use any extra significant brainpower.
We always pit with people we know at track and are careful what is left out. Same for campgrounds and anywhere else like rest stops and parking lots.
One item worth noting, if it easy for thief it will likely disappear. A few extra seconds makes a difference.
Everyone to their own comfort level.
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04-26-2019, 01:52 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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It's the typical "FaceBook Mentality". 
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04-26-2019, 02:09 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Muggs
I grew up in the big city, lived in a smaller town and now live in a cow pasture area. I still lock everything up out of habit.
No paranoia involved just common sense awareness of surroundings. I always watch around vehicle wherever we are. Actually is a lot like defensive driving and does not use any extra significant brainpower.
We always pit with people we know at track and are careful what is left out. Same for campgrounds and anywhere else like rest stops and parking lots.
One item worth noting, if it easy for thief it will likely disappear. A few extra seconds makes a difference.
Everyone to their own comfort level.
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Well said...it's more of a common-sense lifestyle than a defensive tactic.
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2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
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04-26-2019, 02:12 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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... Situational awareness...  
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04-26-2019, 02:34 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 70
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Gritz Carlton
"Wow. What a paranoid group of old farts.
You sound like a bunch of scared kids. How stressful being on the road must be for you.....everyone is a potential thug after your crap."
When you pull your head out of your ass, be sure and spit before you swallow...otherwise, you're breath will smell like your attitude. I'll pass on to you my Grandfather's favorite advice many moons ago..."You got a lot of growing up to do!!"
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Spoken like a true victim....but that doesn't absolve you of your stupidity.
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04-26-2019, 02:36 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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 Dude: not too cool... 
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04-26-2019, 02:37 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 70
THOR #14807
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Gritz Carlton
Well said...it's more of a common-sense lifestyle than a defensive tactic.
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Common sense isn't all that common.
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04-26-2019, 02:38 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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Traded Thor for Melbourne Prestige 24NP
2018 THOR Chateau 35SF
Two Labs, Bugsie & Blondie
Blondie passed in 2020 at 5 to Leukemia
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04-26-2019, 02:41 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Florida
Posts: 70
THOR #14807
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Well, I'd love to hang around and play with you guys but I'm off to the boondocks and off the airwaves for a week.
That ought to give your ego's time enough to heal.
And you'll be glad to know, I'll keep my wits about me and my eyes open for the boogeyman. I hear the forest is crawling with them.
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04-26-2019, 02:43 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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Have fun camping!
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04-26-2019, 04:09 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: A.C.E. 27.2
State: Indiana
Posts: 1,876
THOR #14698
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Caution and paranoia are not the same animal. I asked a legitimate question about how folks secure a rig in the "sticks", when you are not home. That doesn't make me a "scared" kid or "paranoid" old fart. The question still remains when you are NOT in the rig in remote areas ( went to town, sight seeing etc.) do you folks take extra steps to secure your "home" or do we assume all the criminals stay in the city.
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04-26-2019, 04:55 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: THOR Chateua 35SF
State: Florida
Posts: 5,850
THOR #11130
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Secure it best you can and enjoy the ride. I feel that "hair on the back of our necks" will let you know when the risk is higher than normal. If it doesn't feel safe...it probably isn't. I don't think I would leave my MH if I were in a very remote area with no other campers around. Maybe take the whole rig a little "closer to town"and disconnect for the day, returning to the boonies in the evening. The amount of time I plan to be gone would be a factor as well. A couple hours not to far away...no problem...a good little ride for the day...probably take it all with me.
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04-26-2019, 05:08 PM
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Site Team
Brand: Crossroads
Model: CF32BL
State: Mississippi
Posts: 1,030
THOR #121
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The name calling is not acceptable here. Everyone has their own opinion On these matters, any more and this thread is dead
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2008 CrossRoads CF32Bl pushing a 2007 Dodge 2500
Traveling with Hoover, Rainbow and Sunshine
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04-26-2019, 07:12 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Florida
Posts: 1,241
THOR #1249
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
 Just because you're paranoid: it doesn't mean that they're NOT out to get you! |
Right on Bob; it's the voices that are the worse. 
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04-26-2019, 07:34 PM
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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04-26-2019, 08:13 PM
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Moderator Emeritus
Brand: Crossroads
State: Wisconsin
Posts: 669
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Common sense will take care of a lot. I suppose what you consider "boondocks" will enter into the picture.
We have camped for many years in a NF campground that is miles from any towns, or even any homes. We didn't even have phone service until we finally purchased a Wilson phone booster.
We were up there in the fall for small game hunting. Plus just enjoying the fall colors and the peace and quiet. There is no electric, water hook ups, and it even comes with outdoor toilets. 
We always left in the morning to go out hunting and we would be gone all day.
Never had a problem, and never worried about it.
Some times we would be the only one in the campground for a few days.
Weather permitting, we tried to stay foe a month.
Just enjoy camping the way you like to and don't worry about it.
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04-26-2019, 09:00 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: A.C.E. 27.2
State: Indiana
Posts: 1,876
THOR #14698
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My thanks to all for the replies to my question. To clarify we have been traveling 20+ years with first a B then the last 12 years a smaller sized B+. When we boondocked in these rigs we did not have a toad so the coach went where we went. This season we have moved up to an A and are towing a Jeep Cherokee so leaving the MH at camp is on the table. As we have always driven the smaller rigs everywhere the thought of leaving the 29' class A in the woods when we went to town hadn't occurred to me till I read the caption on Bob's thread about security. Therefore I thought I would see how others handled that situation. I suppose we will boondock for awhile then hook up toad and head to a campground for trips to grocery or dinner.
Thanks
Mark
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04-26-2019, 10:27 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: Florida
Posts: 1,241
THOR #1249
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
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Yeah, I would guess 3 drunk chimps doing karaoke in you head is a bit much. 
Oh, any meds for that?
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04-26-2019, 10:44 PM
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#39
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I Think We're Lost!
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Tiffin Wayfarer 24 BW
State: New York
Posts: 22,195
THOR #8860
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There is!
You order it by saying: "I'll have what they're having."... 
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04-27-2019, 12:10 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2017 Axis 25.4
State: Arkansas
Posts: 2,669
THOR #12231
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The way I see it "Better safe that sorry". So if you can put a tongue lock on it... do it. If you have bikes or other expensive toys... put a U lock(S) and cable/chain on it.
It helps deter the teenage prankster and "opportunity" thieves. But is someone really wants something then they will take it no matter what you do.
But If I didnt at least "Try" to protect my stuff I will be so upset at myself for the next two weeks. Plus the hassle and expense to replacing or filing a claim on your insurance.
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