Security (winter) Wheels

[Alexander_374295091]

Came out to the drive this morning to find that my hitch cover had been cut open with a sharp knife. Someone had done this I think to check quickly if my caravan hitch, had a lock on it.

It has an alko lock and I have a wheel clamp fitted, I am really worried about theft from my drive now, The police suggested that I fit a set of the winter wheels, a bit of a pain to have to swap when we go away, can anyone recommend which ones to go for.

Many Thanks....Alec.

 

[Robtel]

Alec,

The jsb hub lock is similar to winter wheels but is, my opinion, more secure than your normal winter wheel. Not cheap but worth it:

www.jsbhublock.co.uk

Also recently discussed on this forum:

http://www.practicalcaravan.com/newforums/fm_messages.asp?FO=15&FM=441510
Robert

 

[Alexander_374295091]

Thanks for that Rob.

Been away from the forum for quite some time, I never knew anything about this new bit of kit.

Am really interested, would be so sick if I lost the van from the drive.

Many Thanks, will let you know how I get on.

Alec.

 

[SteveW77]

Don't forget to check with your insurance company, as some insist on a wheel clamp being fitted. Obviously you can't fit a wheel clamp on a set of winter wheels, so some will not cover your van, stupid I know, but that's the way some companys word their policies.

 

[Robtel]

Hi Steve,

You're quite correct in what you say about winter wheels and insurers. The hublock is different from most other winter wheels and is probably more secure than most wheel clamps. A large number of the major insurers do accept it, a full list is available on the jsb website.

Just in case anyone is wondering - I have no connection with the company other than being a satisfied customer.

Robert