Anti-theft measures?

[rjf189]

Hello all -- I won the M1165a1 below at GP this week and am taking the opportunity before it arrives to pick up some parts. From the various forums and FB groups, it appears that there is a lot of junk out there, and so I was hoping to hear what parts/companies this group has had good experience with in terms of locking door handles, keyed ignition (or keyed switch attached to the starter switch in lieu of a keyed ignition), and anything else I should be thinking about. I did find an anti-theft thread on this forum from a while back, but it dealt with long-term measures while the owner was deployed. My truck will be garaged for the most part, so I'm really thinking along the lines of securing it when it's in a parking lot while I'm inside a store. Many thanks in advance.

 

[Backwoods deuce]

In the fire service we use hidden master power switches to kill it as a anti-draw measure. But, the ones we have that are hidden also make it harder to steal it from a parking lot or scene if it’s unattended. Almost forgot, you can even get keyed master disconnect switches.

 

[Coug]

I installed a keyed disconnect for mine, the disconnect itself is right next to the transmission diagnostic port by the doghouse

(not my picture, but I don't feel like putting on shoes at the moment)

KEYED BATTERY CUTOFF SWITCH FOR HMMWV (DRIVER SIDE MOUNTING)

This keyed battery cut off is designed just for your HMMWV! This kit is designed specifically to be mounted on the driver side location.Now you can have peace-of-mind when you leave your truck unattended. The keyed switch is rated at 180 continuous amps and will handle a 1000 amp surge. The...

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[rjf189]

I installed a keyed disconnect for mine, the disconnect itself is right next to the transmission diagnostic port by the doghouse

(not my picture, but I don't feel like putting on shoes at the moment)
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KEYED BATTERY CUTOFF SWITCH FOR HMMWV (DRIVER SIDE MOUNTING)

This keyed battery cut off is designed just for your HMMWV! This kit is designed specifically to be mounted on the driver side location.Now you can have peace-of-mind when you leave your truck unattended. The keyed switch is rated at 180 continuous amps and will handle a 1000 amp surge. The...

thosemilitaryguys.com

Is that a battery disconnect or a switch that opens up one of the wires on the starter dial?

Edit: Never mind, just read the link. Sorry.

 

[papakb]

The easiest thing to do is to break the #11A lead to the START / RUN switch with another simple switch that can be placed almost anywhere. It could be just a toggle switch or a key switch in an out of the way location. I've seen them placed in a panel to the left of the dash, in the hole where the fording valve lives, in the transmission tunnel by the STE/ICE connector and back in the B pillar behind the drivers seat. If your handy electrically you could break the power wire that runs to the control box. There are infinite possabilities. One of the slickest setups I've seen is a proximity switch that needs to see a small fob in your pocket before it will pass power to the start circuits.

 

[NDT]

I just use a padlock and lock the pull starter to the steering wheel. That's what Uncle does.

 

[Milcommoguy]

IMO, Not a fan of mounting switches on the tunnel or horizontal surfaces. When Mr. HumV takes a bath... things can get real wet.

Rub a dub, CAMO

 

[Coug]

IMO, Not a fan of mounting switches on the tunnel or horizontal surfaces. When Mr. HumV takes a bath... things can get real wet.

Rub a dub, CAMO

I'm not either, but there aren't a lot of good options. The kit I linked is supposed to be installed where the fording valve goes, if you don't have the fording kit.

 

[UNIMOG-GUY]

Retiredwarhorses sells the key FOB several members here have purchased them.

https://retiredwarhorses.com/

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In a world where security is a necessity and convenience is king, RFID keyless technology is the perfect security solution for protecting your Humvee. You just climb in, flip your start switch to ON, Start and GO!

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[TOBASH]

The Tile device with the free app is a cheap version of Lojack.

A vehicle lock holding the shifter in "Reverse" will prevent ignition and theft.

Angry dogs and such are great deterrents too.

 

[The Iron Horse]

Hello all -- I won the M1165a1 below at GP this week and am taking the opportunity before it arrives to pick up some parts. From the various forums and FB groups, it appears that there is a lot of junk out there, and so I was hoping to hear what parts/companies this group has had good experience with in terms of locking door handles, keyed ignition (or keyed switch attached to the starter switch in lieu of a keyed ignition), and anything else I should be thinking about. I did find an anti-theft thread on this forum from a while back, but it dealt with long-term measures while the owner was deployed. My truck will be garaged for the most part, so I'm really thinking along the lines of securing it when it's in a parking lot while I'm inside a store. Many thanks in advance.

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This might help. I installed it and it's awesome!

 

[mgFray]

Is there a way to temp disable the RFID key fob? I'm thinking of car shows where I'm near the HMMWV.. I don't want some to start playing with the run switch and it allowing the start cause the key fob would be in my pocket.

Otherwise it looks pretty cool. I'd seen it advertised before, but the youtube video explains it far better than their webiste.

 

[TOBASH]

Is there a way to temp disable the RFID key fob?

Yeah...bypass the wiring.

 

[HUNvee]

There are two modes. One is activated when you press the button on the key fob.

 

[mgFray]

I just found the instructions. You can set the fob as either 'automatic', or 'manual' mode. So for a car show, just set it to manual and it won't start unless you push the button on the RFID fob.

https://static.summitracing.com/global/images/instructions/dgd-m24.pdf

 

[papakb]

Just install a battery disconnect switch. That'll kill everything.

There's no reason you can't double up on your security system. An RFID to stop someone from starting the truck and a battery disconnect to totally disable it.

 

[Maxjeep1]

I’m really happy with my Black Dog fuel cut off switch. I’m the only one who knows where it is and it would be almost impossible to find it in a reasonable amount of time. It was like 69.00 and it seems to be good quality. I like that fancy key fob but it does the same thing as my switch.

 

[tgejesse]

Second the fuel cut off. You can hide it in some sneaky places!

 

[springer1981]

The problem with the key fob and keyed run/start switch is it only takes a few seconds to reach under the dash and defeat them both. Any other hidden cut off switch adds more security. I've been contemplating a cut off switch as well but haven't found one I want to use yet.

 

[dmetalmiki]

My trucks have fuel stops.
Hidden, disguised, they absolutely are fool (and theft) proof.