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stan
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probably can be done, but the easiest security tip is to leave the lights on, the battery will soon become flat and nobody can nick it then... ... - .- -.

Y. O. L. O.
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15th Dec 2016 7:07pm

Spelunker

Member Since: 02 May 2016
Location: Nottinghamshire
Posts: 248

2003 Range Rover Vogue Td6 Zambezi Silver

I bought one similar to the Autolock 2000 from Halfords years ago - easy to put on and take off and while a little bulky it stored easily in the rear footwell. I have used some kind of mechanical anti-theft device since the 70s, they are highly visible and while any thief that really wants your car will get it, they may be persuaded to look for an easier target. Unfortunately it doesn't fit on the steering wheel of my FF ( I have replaced it with one of the 'baseball' type) so I would definitely suggest 'try before you buy'. QUID FACIUM TIBI
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tows 2006 Lunar Delta 540/2

15th Dec 2016 7:47pm

mzplcg

Member Since: 26 May 2010
Location: Warwickshire. England. The Commonwealth.
Posts: 4029

2014 Range Rover Vogue SE SDV8 Corris Grey

DaveK wrote:
We have now gone full circle...physical device to electronic alarm to physical device...

Those disclok things have to be stored in the vehicle when you want to use the car and all they do is damage upholstery. You can't buy a decent storage box and even if you could it would have to live in the boot. Krooklocks were the same, the pedalbox things are equally unwieldy. It's all a huge PITA, whereas.......defeat the key module programming and the car's going nowhere.

The extra alarm is fine but at 700 quid fitted I'll take the Blackbox thingy which essentially does the same thing, prevents a new key being programmed to the car.

If thieves really want the car it will be on a flat bed and off into the night.

15th Dec 2016 8:43pm

Adrian 15

Member Since: 14 Feb 2021
Location: Norfolk
Posts: 39

2011 Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 V8 Orkney Grey

Car security

Just came across this post, I’m my view which is probably wrong, the best security device is the one only you know about. So for example a toggle switch can be placed anywhere which could operate a fuel cut off solenoid in the fuel line, yes the my steal your car but it will stop with in 50 yards and they won’t know where the switch is.
You could get really nasty and have a touch pad on your key fob which disarms a pepper spray device which is quite simple but I must admit a shotgun cartridge device would be better.
We all have these brilliant cars so we should take measures to protect them Range Rover Vogue SE 4.4 TDV8

5th May 2024 6:25am

Buellie

Member Since: 28 Jan 2024
Location: Essex
Posts: 140

I use one of these, not quite as secure but easier to use/store in the car

Dec 2011 L322 Range Rover Vogue SE TDV8 Orkney Grey/Sand leather

5th May 2024 7:23am

TDV8 Paul

Member Since: 30 Nov 2020
Location: Tadworth
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2010 Range Rover Autobiography 5.0 SC V8 Santorini Black

Are these even being nicked? I think it’s more the 405’s onwards that are the ones being targeted 2009 (2010 MY) 5.0 Supercharged Autobiography
2007 TDV8 Vogue SE
2005 BMW E63 645ci
2024 Porsche Macan

7th May 2024 9:03am

stan
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when this thread was started back in 2016 then it probably was the L322 that was being stolen...now in 2024 its the L405... ... - .- -.

Y. O. L. O.
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7th May 2024 9:38am

DrF

Member Since: 30 Jun 2014
Location: South East
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2013 Range Rover SVAutobiography 5.0 SC V8 Orkney Grey

Well i saw something that made me smile at the weekend, I walked past a L405 in B&Q with probably the best security feature I have seen for a while. no steering wheel, (yes thats correct) that must have been a faf and a bit extreme?? but probably works, that is unless he put it in the boot!!!

7th May 2024 8:44pm

Jimdonut

Member Since: 13 May 2024
Location: Uk
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2012 Range Rover Vogue 4.4 V8 Zambezi Silver

I couldn't drive my defender anywhere without locking it up , similar thing really !

29th May 2024 9:18am

Sandyt

Member Since: 07 Nov 2013
Location: Wraysbury Windsor
Posts: 2265

2007 Range Rover Supercharged 4.2 SC V8 Buckingham Blue

I have a tracker well two in fact the battery on the first one died so fitted another one and left the dud in place and fitted the new one in a not so familiar place but then again my old bus has a key
Friend has installed an additional switch to the fuel pump which seems a reasonable idea

1st Jun 2024 8:04am

ottoknows

Member Since: 22 Aug 2023
Location: Indonesia
Posts: 10

2005 Range Rover Vogue 4.4 V8 Java Black

DrF wrote:
Well i saw something that made me smile at the weekend, I walked past a L405 in B&Q with probably the best security feature I have seen for a while. no steering wheel, (yes thats correct) that must have been a faf and a bit extreme?? but probably works, that is unless he put it in the boot!!!

This imagery reminds me of when I was crazy modding my 2001 Honda Accord VTi-L, and at one stage I was so nuts about changing my steering wheel on a daily basis, I had my workshop retrofit a "quick release hub" which essentially allows me to dislodge my steering wheel at the press of 2 paddles.

Back then, when I carried my steering wheel into a restaurant, all eyez were on me - as if I just stole a car part....lol!

At peak, I had close to 8 different wheels ranging from OMP, Nardi, Momo etc....all these on a Honda.

If Land Rover JLR could initiate a removable steering wheel change to the next line-up of Range Rovers, the thievery coppers will have to rethink about their escape strategies - even if the doors are unlocked, where-my-steering-at look on their faces will be social media worthy. That said, even if implemented, JLR would have to device a system in which other steering wheels will not work on another Range Rover --- now that will be some major R&D costs.

2nd Jun 2024 6:13am

Nasher

Member Since: 30 Sep 2009
Location: Down South
Posts: 44

I use a Disklok on my D4.

It's obviously a bit of a Faf to fit and remove, but I don't find it too bad.
The main issue is when I have other people in the car and have to also move it in and out of the boot.
Under normal circumstances I (Carefully) drop it down in the rear passenger footwell when I take it off by twisting round in my seat, and retrieve it the same way.
I do obviously understand that not everybody is mobile enough, or possibly strong enough, to do this. it weighs a few Kgs.

It's my opinion that it's only there to make my car less appealing to a casual thief than the vehicle close by that's not got one fitted.
A determined, well prepared thief will get it off within 30 seconds, but maybe even that's too long for them.
I've had to come up with a way to remove it for when(not if) I lose the key.

I certainly prefer it to the 'through the wheel bar type, as I've seen images of a steering wheel with a gap in it where bolt croppers were used to make a gap to get the Through wheel type off.

One thing people don't tend to do these days is to give the steering wheel a turn or so before turning the engine off.
Quickly winching a car up onto a Beaver tail is far harder, especially if you park nose in, when the front of the car is swinging round to one side.

Last edited by Nasher on 4th Jun 2024 8:23pm. Edited 1 time in total

4th Jun 2024 12:40pm

socialrover

Member Since: 03 Dec 2010
Location: Yorkshire
Posts: 138

Ha...good tip re turning the wheel in Nasher .

4th Jun 2024 3:31pm

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