Hi, We are just about to start out on our first main trip in new caravan, we are likely to be away for up to 4 months. What is the best way of keeping a spare set of caravan and car keys? If anyone has any suggestions would be appreciated.
BAZZA44 said
05:37 PM Feb 14, 2022
We carry a spare set of van keys in the cruiser and a spare set of cruiser keys hidden in the van.
We have a length of bright orange ribbon attached to the keys, so either hang around our neck or if in the pocket & you drop them they are easier to see.
Those cheap locks, don't bother, a Bosch 10.8v angle grinder will cut through 60 X 3mm steel tube in two minutes. Second cut 4 minutes. Third cut 7 minutes.
SoloMC said
07:24 PM Feb 14, 2022
I've used those magnetic ones but it got ripped off in the bush by scrub
I now screw one to a secret spot on the van. So secret that I've forgotten where it is :)
I keep a set of van keys in the in the car and a set of car keys in the van
Funnily enough, I've never lost one other than the magnetic one fitted to the chassis
Aus-Kiwi said
07:40 PM Feb 14, 2022
Multi sets of keys help
Stainless or brass Key on string into washer bottle etc just remember it is there when required !! Behind number plate etc
86GTS said
07:42 PM Feb 14, 2022
If all else fails, have you noticed that the perspex windows on most modern caravans are secured by thin plastic closure devices?
Shove a screwdriver in the gap & lever it & it''ll probably spring open easily.
A few strips of gaffer tape will hold it in place until you get home.
Aus-Kiwi said
08:53 PM Feb 14, 2022
I think this is in wrong thread ?
Mike Harding said
06:38 AM Feb 15, 2022
I keep a spare car and caravan key in a ziplock bag tucked away in one of the van's external storage compartments, this compartment is not usually locked but if it happens to be it'll be easy to force open with minimal damage.
I do not consider would-be thieves are likely to spend time searching the van for keys but rather to use a large screwdriver or the like to lever open the door or a window. Caravans have virtually zero security so it's not worth going to extensive trouble to secure spare keys.
Whenarewethere said
07:00 AM Feb 15, 2022
Remember to change the battery in your key as they can be difficult to get in remote places.
dogbox said
07:15 AM Feb 15, 2022
Whenarewethere wrote:
We have a length of bright orange ribbon attached to the keys, so either hang around our neck or if in the pocket & you drop them they are easier to see.
Those cheap locks, don't bother, a Bosch 10.8v angle grinder will cut through 60 X 3mm steel tube in two minutes. Second cut 4 minutes. Third cut 7 minutes.
if they are carrying a a " bosh 10.8 v angle grinder " security wise you loose.
but if you are just wanting a safe ,secure ,simple solution, to securing a spare set of keys in the remote chance you lock yourself out or loose a set of keys or just want to go to the beach ect with no pockets some good simple ideas posted .
FMC said
08:17 AM Feb 15, 2022
I use a magnetic key holder hidden on the van chassis rail (door key) other keys are different and a spare set is hidden in the van, a spare car key is hidden underneath the vehicle.
Cheers and happy caravanning
Whenarewethere said
09:12 AM Feb 15, 2022
I live next to a beach & regularly see people placing or removing the key from under their car in our street Very predictable!
For a bit of fun one could move the keys to a different place on the car!
vince56 said
10:43 AM Feb 15, 2022
If you look under the rear of your car you will probably see wires running through, place a key in a waterproof bag and securely tape it to a wire, remove battery if it has one.
bobsa said
04:29 PM Feb 16, 2022
Whenarewethere wrote:
I live next to a beach & regularly see people placing or removing the key from under their car in our street Very predictable!
For a bit of fun one could move the keys to a different place on the car!
hahahahaha, Jonathon you are pure evil , I love it, hahahahahaha
cheers Bob
Pen n pep said
08:13 PM Feb 16, 2022
Thank you to everyone for your helpful suggestions.
Cheers,Tony
darjak said
06:28 PM Feb 18, 2022
NEVER EVER use a key safe as they null &void your insurance.
as keys are left on vehicle already a president in court by insurance company.
Hi, We are just about to start out on our first main trip in new caravan, we are likely to be away for up to 4 months. What is the best way of keeping a spare set of caravan and car keys? If anyone has any suggestions would be appreciated.
Barry
Cheers
We have a length of bright orange ribbon attached to the keys, so either hang around our neck or if in the pocket & you drop them they are easier to see.
Those cheap locks, don't bother, a Bosch 10.8v angle grinder will cut through 60 X 3mm steel tube in two minutes. Second cut 4 minutes. Third cut 7 minutes.
Stainless or brass Key on string into washer bottle etc just remember it is there when required !! Behind number plate etc
Shove a screwdriver in the gap & lever it & it''ll probably spring open easily.
A few strips of gaffer tape will hold it in place until you get home.
I think this is in wrong thread ?
I keep a spare car and caravan key in a ziplock bag tucked away in one of the van's external storage compartments, this compartment is not usually locked but if it happens to be it'll be easy to force open with minimal damage.
I do not consider would-be thieves are likely to spend time searching the van for keys but rather to use a large screwdriver or the like to lever open the door or a window. Caravans have virtually zero security so it's not worth going to extensive trouble to secure spare keys.
Remember to change the battery in your key as they can be difficult to get in remote places.
if they are carrying a a " bosh 10.8 v angle grinder " security wise you loose.
but if you are just wanting a safe ,secure ,simple solution, to securing a spare set of keys in the remote chance you lock yourself out or loose a set of keys or just want to go to the beach ect with no pockets some good simple ideas posted .
I use a magnetic key holder hidden on the van chassis rail (door key) other keys are different and a spare set is hidden in the van, a spare car key is hidden underneath the vehicle.
Cheers and happy caravanning
I live next to a beach & regularly see people placing or removing the key from under their car in our street Very predictable!
For a bit of fun one could move the keys to a different place on the car!
hahahahaha, Jonathon you are pure evil , I love it, hahahahahaha
cheers Bob
Cheers,Tony
as keys are left on vehicle already a president in court by insurance company.
Thanks. Tony