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    I am about to bite the bullet and upgrade to a TM of my dreams. How do you lock the TM when not in use? Do the $2500 units come with some type of theft deterrent? If staying in a motel or going inside BPS, or even sitting in my driveway what keeps the thief away? I have a 44 when I am near but I have to sleep sometime

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    I'm using a quick-release bracket that I have a small padlock on. Also the TM uses a power plug, so I can take it off boat and into hotel room with me. I leave it on (but locked) in the driveway between trips (I go 2-3 times a week this time of year), but I would never leave it on in any hotel lot. No.
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    I second that.


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    There are lots of locking systems out there for trolling motors that work well.

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    Yes, a lockable bracket is what i have for my mg xi5. Its a roughly 1" thick plate that the tm bolts too.

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    I put mine on with 2 security screws and two regular screws.

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    It's a shame, we have to do this, but it's the way it is. I hate a thief!!!
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    I would just say, do not used a locking device without the hasp being totally encased. A regular padlock is no deterrent. Too easy to cut.
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    If you catch them lead is an excellent deterrent!

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    Doesn't boating insurances cover thief. I worry about my sonar units also.

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