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02-03-2016, 01:58 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Hurricane 34 J
State: Ohio
Posts: 680
THOR #1295
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Hidden extra keys
I am paranoid about being on the road and loosing both sets of keys or only taking one and locking the second set in the locked RV.
So I made a third set of keys and hid them in the extra sewer hose holder I previously fastened to the chassis.
Pictures show the keys in two sealed bags and taped to the cap (Screwed it on super tight also)! I know it is a theft risk but hopefully no one will look in there! 
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Darren
2015 Thor Hurricane 34 J
Custom paint 2019 (Pro Custom Inc., Elkhart, IN)
2019 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport 6 speed manual
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02-03-2016, 04:53 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: Maryland
Posts: 252
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Not unless they see a 2015 Hurticane 34J with Ohio tags. Just saying!!!
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2016 Thor Hurricane 35C
2015 Ford F-150 King Ranch
2013 Chrysler 300 "S", 1936 Chrysler C-8
2012 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition
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02-03-2016, 10:30 AM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2011 Four Winds 28Z
State: Michigan
Posts: 1,273
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I had the same concerns (in fact once I locked myself out of the RV), so I converted one of the storage bins on the coach to a combo lock. I keep the spare set of keys inside the storage bin, which is at least semi-secure.
These locks tend to be problematic over time due to water and dust intrusion, but so far with the rubber cover, I have not had any issue.
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02-03-2016, 10:33 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Hurricane 34 J
State: Ohio
Posts: 680
THOR #1295
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sweet! Where did you purchase the bin?
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Darren
2015 Thor Hurricane 34 J
Custom paint 2019 (Pro Custom Inc., Elkhart, IN)
2019 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport 6 speed manual
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02-03-2016, 10:37 AM
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Moderator Emeritus
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2011 Four Winds 28Z
State: Michigan
Posts: 1,273
THOR #531
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The bin is one of the outside accessible storage compartments. I only replaced the CH751 lock with a combo version and boot.
Here is where I bought those:
Robot Check
http://www.amazon.com/Frank-J-Martin...SIN=B004ONNA42
Don't know why the first link says robot check. Must be something to do with the forum software.
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02-05-2016, 09:02 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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I am paranoid too. I hide an extra storage compartment key (not CH751) in a place on the chassis where I can get to it (like your sewer cap) and then a set of keys to the doors hidden in a storage compartment and a spare key to start the motor inside the coach. I am going to make them work to find them.
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02-05-2016, 10:01 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Hurricane 34 J
State: Ohio
Posts: 680
THOR #1295
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Hell, that is what innsurance is for!
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Darren
2015 Thor Hurricane 34 J
Custom paint 2019 (Pro Custom Inc., Elkhart, IN)
2019 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport 6 speed manual
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02-06-2016, 12:23 PM
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Model: 25.2 Axis
State: Arizona
Posts: 839
THOR #3471
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Does the same key fit both front door locks on a 2016 axis
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02-06-2016, 01:51 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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No. They are different.
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02-06-2016, 02:22 PM
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Brand: Entegra
Model: Accolade 37TS
State: South Dakota
Posts: 8,767
THOR #1469
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Has anyone thought about going keyless with an electronic lock?
https://www.rvupgradestore.com/Bauer...-p/bauerem.htm
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US Army (Ret)
2020 Entegra Accolade 37TS
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk (Toad)
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02-06-2016, 02:26 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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With only one door, I worry about something like that failing and not being able to get into the coach. Of course, if that happens, it would not be hard to open one of the front windows with a screwdriver and crawl in. Actually, I think that would be a lot easier than hunting for keys.
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02-06-2016, 03:16 PM
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Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: A.C.E. 27.1
State: Texas
Posts: 64
THOR #2240
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Morning All,
I use one of those small magnetic key holders, which can be placed in numerous places under the coach.
Shop The Hillman Group Magnatic Key Box at Lowes.com
Also on mine, all it takes is the removal of a very small grub screw... and the side windows just slide off their rails (no security really!!).
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02-09-2016, 08:25 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Windsport 27K
State: Ohio
Posts: 266
THOR #989
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Keys
We also fear being locked out, so we hid the door keys in the propane bay and have a ignition key hidden inside in a secret cabinet. When I removed a panel to figure out why our bedroom radio didn't work (Thor never installed the antenna) I discovered a large cavity perfect for hiding things in. I added hinges and a push release latch to the panel before re-installing it. It is out of the way and there is nothing visible to indicate it is actually a door. It is a great place to hide valuables.
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02-09-2016, 08:42 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Still Looking
Model: Travato
State: Florida
Posts: 2,475
THOR #1765
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Quote:
Originally Posted by John & Diane
We also fear being locked out, so we hid the door keys in the propane bay and have a ignition key hidden inside in a secret cabinet. When I removed a panel to figure out why our bedroom radio didn't work (Thor never installed the antenna) I discovered a large cavity perfect for hiding things in. I added hinges and a push release latch to the panel before re-installing it. It is out of the way and there is nothing visible to indicate it is actually a door. It is a great place to hide valuables.
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Can you post a pic? Sounds like a great idea.
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02-09-2016, 09:42 PM
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Site Team
Brand: Entegra
Model: Accolade 37TS
State: South Dakota
Posts: 8,767
THOR #1469
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Quote:
Originally Posted by John & Diane
We also fear being locked out, so we hid the door keys in the propane bay and have a ignition key hidden inside in a secret cabinet. When I removed a panel to figure out why our bedroom radio didn't work (Thor never installed the antenna) I discovered a large cavity perfect for hiding things in. I added hinges and a push release latch to the panel before re-installing it. It is out of the way and there is nothing visible to indicate it is actually a door. It is a great place to hide valuables.
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Not a secret cabinet for any Windsport 27K any more.
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US Army (Ret)
2020 Entegra Accolade 37TS
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk (Toad)
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02-09-2016, 10:01 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Hurricane 34 J
State: Ohio
Posts: 680
THOR #1295
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dstankov
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Not paying that much!!!
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Darren
2015 Thor Hurricane 34 J
Custom paint 2019 (Pro Custom Inc., Elkhart, IN)
2019 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport 6 speed manual
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02-09-2016, 10:02 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Hurricane 34 J
State: Ohio
Posts: 680
THOR #1295
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Texan
Morning All,
I use one of those small magnetic key holders, which can be placed in numerous places under the coach.
Shop The Hillman Group Magnatic Key Box at Lowes.com
Also on mine, all it takes is the removal of a very small grub screw... and the side windows just slide off their rails (no security really!!). |
Texan, Is the magnet strong enough to ensure it will not fall off going down the road!?
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Darren
2015 Thor Hurricane 34 J
Custom paint 2019 (Pro Custom Inc., Elkhart, IN)
2019 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport 6 speed manual
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02-10-2016, 12:16 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: Maryland
Posts: 252
THOR #3227
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Another Ohio to watch for, Thor Winsport 27K with Ohio tags. Not a secret handing spot in the Propane bin any more!!! Just saying!
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Jim K - Avenue, Maryland
2016 Thor Hurricane 35C
2015 Ford F-150 King Ranch
2013 Chrysler 300 "S", 1936 Chrysler C-8
2012 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition
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02-10-2016, 12:17 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 35C
State: Maryland
Posts: 252
THOR #3227
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You are so correct Dave!
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Jim K - Avenue, Maryland
2016 Thor Hurricane 35C
2015 Ford F-150 King Ranch
2013 Chrysler 300 "S", 1936 Chrysler C-8
2012 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition
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02-10-2016, 01:53 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Hurricane 34 J
State: Ohio
Posts: 680
THOR #1295
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So Brakeman are you saying you can not be trusted!? Just saying!
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Darren
2015 Thor Hurricane 34 J
Custom paint 2019 (Pro Custom Inc., Elkhart, IN)
2019 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport 6 speed manual
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