Ignition Security

[erasedhammer]

I have the locking door latches and the keyed ignition and I use the steering lock, and I feel pretty safe about the truck, but I always make sure to leave nothing loose inside.

So lets say a thief comes along and I happen to leave my door unlocked and my steering wheeling unlocked. And lets say that this thief does not have a lock pick set. How easy is it to hot wire a humvee? The ignition wires are pretty exposed, but could you simply cross the starter wire and the 24v wire and steal the truck?

Also, for fun I had one of my friends who is handy with lock picks try and break into my truck and steal it. Short of not waiting for the glow plugs he succeeded. Anyone on here done some security upgrades beyond the basic locking doors and keyed ignition?
I've gotten pretty tricky with leaving the transfer case in neutral and the shifter in drive.

 

[Mario]

Anything can be stolen.
I installed a kill switch and leave the truck in gear. Soft or no door, don't bother with the steering lock and have original toggle switch.
I don't think many are out to steal a very visible, slow target.
I don't know how many punks would know how to start it without YouTubing it first.

As for wire harness, like you said, its all out there.

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[porkysplace]

There is a on going thread on this if you search.
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[Mario]

Get good insurance

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[Havok]

Locking door latches is kind of stupid if you have a soft top. Takes 2 minutes to open the rear curtain.

 

[Wire Fox]

Locking door latches is kind of stupid if you have a soft top. Takes 2 minutes to open the rear curtain.

For me, it actually would make sense. I have a 2 door and have the cargo barrier with the extension kit installed. It would be very tricky to get tools through that and access all of the necessary bolts to remove the barrier...it would be much faster to brute force through the soft top itself.

 

[CGregson]

Locking door latches is kind of stupid if you have a soft top. Takes 2 minutes to open the rear curtain.

2 minutes?

 

[LouWon]

I also have the keyed ignition and added a on/off switch that is hidden and prevents the starter from turning.
My best security add on is from SpyTec, it's a real time GPS tracker, I can set a a safety perimeter, so if the vehicle moves or starts or even just towed away I get a text message, then I can track it via my laptop or Iphone. The initial cost is about $50.00 for the unit and $25.00 a month for the service, it's a small price for peace of mind.

 

[Mario]

I also have the keyed ignition and added a on/off switch that is hidden and prevents the starter from turning.
My best security add on is from SpyTec, it's a real time GPS tracker, I can set a a safety perimeter, so if the vehicle moves or starts or even just towed away I get a text message, then I can track it via my laptop or Iphone. The initial cost is about $50.00 for the unit and $25.00 a month for the service, it's a small price for peace of mind.
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$300/year is not a small price, but I hear what you're saying.

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[jnissen]

Sorry to post to an old thread but I added a GPS tracker to a vehicle recently. Used one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T8938RY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Along with a SIM from TruPhone. Only about 9 cents a day to self monitor. Same type of geo fence and vibration alarms but no monthly fees.

 

[Mogman]

If you want a killer security, find an old electric brake lock (goes in the brake line), they have a pressure switch and when "activated" every time you step on the brake it locks them, or re-locks them, the only time it pulls current is when you step on the brakes, hide a switch and nobody will be able to move the vehicle, flip the switch off and step on the brakes and it unlocks, had one on a 52 chevy truck some guys were so determined they managed to move the truck about 5 feet with the rear wheels locked before giving up.

 

[Mario]

I've installed a 30amp hidden switch on the shift selector wire but had issues with starter -- guess there is more than just a signal going thru it.
How much current is there on the start switch? Could a small switch be installed inline with start switch to prevent cranking?

 

[Raklatif]

(Linked from a previous thread)
I just shift the transfer case into neutral, and lift out the shifter. then, put the transmission in drive.

 

[oboyjohn]

Try installing a hidden keyed battery disconnect switch. Pretty easy to install. and can be hidden just about anywhere.

 

[Mario]

(Linked from a previous thread)
I just shift the transfer case into neutral, and lift out the shifter. then, put the transmission in drive.
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I'll need to look at mine when I can get to it, but how easy is it to make the tranny or transfer case shifter removable?

 

[knighthawkgamer]

Try installing a hidden keyed battery disconnect switch. Pretty easy to install. and can be hidden just about anywhere.

Does anyone have recommendations for a reliable keyed battery disconnect?

 

[Coug]

Does anyone have recommendations for a reliable keyed battery disconnect?

This is the one I installed. Have it installed right above the transmission diagnostic port.

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

For a little less, they have one for the passenger side mounting, but can't reach it from driver's side.

KEYED BATTERY CUTOFF SWITCH FOR HMMWV (passenger side kit)

designed to fit the HMMWV to be mounted on the passenger side of HMMWV for driver side mount see driver side mounting kit Now you can have peace-of-mind when you leave your HMMWV unattended on one is going to drive off with it. this Keyed cut off switch is rated at 180 continuous amps and will...

thosemilitaryguys.com

 

[JEB]

Doesn't someone make a keyed switch that looks just like (and I believe replaces) the standard large ignition switch?
That would keep a stock appearance.

 

[DREDnot]

Tractor supply switch $13
Blob of JB weld
Some wire and connectors

 

[Ajax MD]

@DREDnot Who sells the military (Packard?) connectors and crimping tool?
It seems pretty obvious that I should add these to my tool sets.