Storage Compartment Keys Stolen

ErinFirepixie · 03-09-2023, 11:05 PM

Hello friends! I have a 2014 Thor Siesta SR and it was broken into in my storage lot this week. They took my spare keys, including the keys to the outside compartments, which are all still locked (so, I'm hoping they weren't ransacked too).

A locksmith quoted me $400 to make a new key. However, I hear stories that most of these keys are the same/similar. I can't find any reference to the key codes in my manual or online.

Any other Thor Siesta owners out there who can give me a hint as to where to look for these keys?

Thank you!

Skip500 · 03-10-2023, 12:50 AM

The most common for RV storage compartments is a CH751. You can buy them on Amazon

Trophy1200 · 03-10-2023, 12:53 AM

If they stole your spare set then I would guess that you still have your first set.

See what number is stamped into the key and then check Amazon for replacements.

Grumpy Grampa · 03-10-2023, 01:00 AM

Cal Etrailer, they can get you the key you need. But you will need the key number.

Good luck

ErinFirepixie · 03-10-2023, 01:57 AM

I don't have any keys to the compartments so I can't look at the number on them or get one copied.. if I did, I wouldn't be posting here.

Is there anyone out there with the same kind of locks who could post a picture of their key? It's a Thor Siesta 2014.

**EA37TS** · 03-10-2023, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ErinFirepixie

I don't have any keys to the compartments so I can't look at the number on them or get one copied.. if I did, I wouldn't be posting here.

Is there anyone out there with the same kind of locks who could post a picture of their key? It's a Thor Siesta 2014.

Is it a barrel lock or slam shut compartment door lock?

The most common barrel lock, I believe, was a CH 751. Find another RV’er with the same style lock and ask to try their key.

https://www.amazon.com/ch751-key/s?k=ch751+key

Grumpy Grampa · 03-10-2023, 02:09 AM

If you have a lock smith near by, you could take it to them, probably take them only 5-min.

OldWEB · 03-10-2023, 02:58 AM

The OP stated, "A locksmith quoted me $400 to make a new key."
So for a 5 min job, he would probably make $4800/hr!

Wandering Woods · 03-10-2023, 03:04 AM

Or he’s just putting a 11,400% markup on the keys he gets from eTrailer. 2 for less than $7 for the CH 751.

Could be a G391. I’ve had both on different rvs.

dkoldman · 03-10-2023, 06:00 AM

Making this too hard. Just drive up to local nearby dealer and they will have a key to open and then can tell you what key to buy.

Except for the ignition keys, they basically have all of the compartment keys lying around, you may buy a new vehicle and not notice that any given compartment key may already have some wear.

FWIW, we keep 3 full sets, except for the ignition key, we ordered them all off ebay. Good thing too, because once we could not open outside TV compartment, I was about to have the lock replaced and I noticed the key when we bought new was worn. The replacement keys work with no issues, so we bought another replacement key.

If I recall, the ebay seller we bought our keys from verified for us the keys he would send would work based on VIN #. Not sure how that works but the keys all fit.

HarryTh · 03-10-2023, 07:42 AM

I sent you a PM
Hary

lwmcguire · 03-10-2023, 12:28 PM

You can buy all the keys, including the door and deadbolt off Amazon or eBay. Usually you have to verify the door/desdbolt numbers.

Tuscany has electronic compartment locks. However, a backup key is inside and another in the safe place

Like others i have 3 sets, and always entry door keys in case the batteries die or digital lock fails

Would be very aggravating to be broken into, especially if the coach is damaged

A few years ago we had mail stolen twice, including credit cards. Lady was caught however they didn't prosecute her as i wss the only victim willing to testify and they wanted 5

Since that time we have locking mail boxes and also use post office boxes, plus simply use the USPS only as needed

Not a lot you can do when your situation is like the OP's

We do use Ring and Eufy recording cameras and flood lights on all properties plus alarms. Very cheap deterrent in the bigger scheme of things.

Also have motion lighting plus other light sources.

Police blotters are full of theft and burglary in most areas.

Until we prosecute criminals, this issue isn't getting better

halfprice · 03-10-2023, 04:09 PM

I bought extra keys from Amazon and ebay. Usually the key code is on the key and lock. Hopefully the op got his problem solved

I have 4 sets of keys for mh and 2 for the jeep. 1 set of jeep is kept in the mh. One set mh keys each for wife and i, 1 set hidden in the mh and the last set in the jeep. I don't have any keys hidden outside the mh yet.

Jerry

HarryTh · 03-12-2023, 06:45 AM

don't you just love it when someone asks a question and a lot of us give our thoughts and they don' t come back to let us know if they got the problem solved,
Harry

chunker21 · 03-12-2023, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by HarryTh

don't you just love it when someone asks a question and a lot of us give our thoughts and they don' t come back to let us know if they got the problem solved,
Harry

My thought a typical drive-by. Also if spares were stolen that means the main keys are somewhere. At least for me it is. Since OP wanted to get snippy with a responder I won't offer any advice.

**16ACE27** · 03-12-2023, 01:43 PM

Not just a drive-by. He took his football (picture) with him.

dkoldman · 03-12-2023, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by HarryTh

don't you just love it when someone asks a question and a lot of us give our thoughts and they don' t come back to let us know if they got the problem solved,
Harry

I think the thinking is that we are all heavily paid for our 24/7 responses. When we get our checks from EA37TS and the ACE; it will not bother so much. I believe the prevailing forum rate is $50/post, $100 for PM, and $200/thank you received (less $500 for each forum violation)

In the meantime; while we wait on our money... it is good time to share that in the future we should NOT need any keys. While, I have not set mine up fully, my SUV has a My Key feature and I can start my car with phone or by using combinations codes on the vehicle. It still has the FOBs, and they can be programmed to limit what the person in possession of a certain FOB may do. And of course if a thief tries to steal, it is connected to Internet while power is on or driving; and it has a active GPS for tracking. They could lead the authorities right to where all of the stolen property is.

**16ACE27** · 03-12-2023, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dkoldman

I think the thinking is that we are all heavily paid for our 24/7 responses. When we get our checks from EA37TS and the ACE; it will not bother so much. I believe the prevailing forum rate is $50/post, $100 for PM, and $200/thank you received (less $500 for each forum violation)

In the meantime; while we wait on our money... it is good time to share that in the future we should NOT need any keys. While, I have not set mine up fully, my SUV has a My Key feature and I can start my car with phone or by using combinations codes on the vehicle. It still has the FOBs, and they can be programmed to limit what the person in possession of a certain FOB may do. And of course if a thief tries to steal, it is connected to Internet while power is on or driving; and it has a active GPS for tracking. They could lead the authorities right to where all of the stolen property is.

As soon as I get my annual bonus the checks will be in the mail.

chunker21 · 03-12-2023, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dkoldman

I think the thinking is that we are all heavily paid for our 24/7 responses. When we get our checks from EA37TS and the ACE; it will not bother so much. I believe the prevailing forum rate is $50/post, $100 for PM, and $200/thank you received (less $500 for each forum violation)

In the meantime; while we wait on our money... it is good time to share that in the future we should NOT need any keys. While, I have not set mine up fully, my SUV has a My Key feature and I can start my car with phone or by using combinations codes on the vehicle. It still has the FOBs, and they can be programmed to limit what the person in possession of a certain FOB may do. And of course if a thief tries to steal, it is connected to Internet while power is on or driving; and it has a active GPS for tracking. They could lead the authorities right to where all of the stolen property is.

Mine isn't quite so high-tech. It's a sniper in a tree 50 yards away.

dkoldman · 03-12-2023, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by chunker21

Mine isn't quite so high-tech. It's a sniper in a tree 50 yards away.

Isn't 50 yards kind of a long way to be chest thumping the 10 Commandments? Oh well if you can get thou thieves to not steal; to be honorable, and return or not take the stolen property; you don't need the aforementioned technology

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