the Dish Tailgator unit has a metal "loop" that you can stick a padlock through. I use this and a sturdy cable made for use as a bicycle lock to lock it down. Of course this just keeps the honest people honest, if someone really wants your stuff the cable and lock will only slow them down a little.

Phil

I have heard of the portable units like the Tailgator & VUCube being stolen. There is a theft problem in a lot of the state, county and some private parks in the Southern California area. Stuff left out over night disappears even if it's secured with a cable or chain and lock.

Cordless Dremel Tools with carbide blades or a spray can with Liquid Nitrogen are favorite tools to bypass the locks or bolts. One RVer was watching a movie, he had his VUCube secured to his ladder, all of the sudden the picture disappeared. By the time he got outside,there was no one to be seen. He heard and felt nothing.

I've begun installing security cameras on my 5th wheel hooked up to a monitor that sits next to our main TV. When completed I should be able to see all the way around the RV. In addition I plan to add some solar powered motion lights to shine down from the roof. Not only will these help deter thieves but will provide light for me if I need to do something outside and forget to turn on the existing outdoor lights.

It boils down to trying to make it as difficult as possible to take something, but if a thief wants it bad enough they will get it.