Hidden kill, theft prevention, etc switch ideas.

Where might one acquire a quick removeable steering wheel that's appropriate for a deli?

Seems like the easiest way to go and you get bonus space up front when camping....maybe it would help convince our dog to sleep there instead of trying to spoon us all night.
 
L.G. said:
Where might one acquire a quick removeable steering wheel that's appropriate for a deli?
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You're going to need a few things:
  • NRG SRK-100H Hub adapter(or equivalent)
    • You'll want a thin hub adapter, the generic boss kits that are like $15 put the wheel way too close to you once you add the quick release
  • NRG SRK-250BK Quick Release (or equivalent)
  • 6-bolt steering wheel like Nardi/Momo/etc. www.get-jpn.com has a really nice selection of old ones. Don't cheap out on a wheel.
    • Will also plug that we at 4x4ward have quite a few vintage steering wheels for sale in the coming weeks.
You may want a few things like:
I posted a lot of NRG stuff here, but they're certainly not the only option. They just strike a decent balance between price and quality. That said, I probably wouldn't use one of their wheels despite using their hubs.

Other options if you want something higher quality include Works Bell, Sparco, Momo, etc.
 
natematos said:
You're going to need a few things:
  • NRG SRK-100H Hub adapter(or equivalent)
    • You'll want a thin hub adapter, the generic boss kits that are like $15 put the wheel way too close to you once you add the quick release
  • NRG SRK-250BK Quick Release (or equivalent)
  • 6-bolt steering wheel like Nardi/Momo/etc. www.get-jpn.comhas a really nice selection of old ones. Don't cheap out on a wheel.
    • Will also plug that we at 4x4ward have quite a few vintage steering wheels for sale in the coming weeks.
You may want a few things like:
I posted a lot of NRG stuff here, but they're certainly not the only option. They just strike a decent balance between price and quality. That said, I probably wouldn't use one of their wheels despite using their hubs.

Other options if you want something higher quality include Works Bell, Sparco, Momo, etc.
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Nice, thank you!
 
I have the hub adapter, spacer and a nrg wooden rimmed wheel on my 87 4wd Toyota van. Nice stuff IMO.
 
I also have an '88! Maybe I'll do 2x of these. (for the camping benefit, nobody's gonna look at my TV and want to steal that, lol). I'm honestly kinda shocked that delicas would be theft targets in the US.
 
Love it. Publicly brain storming on ways to implement/hide a kill switch :)

On my todo list is Madmax Furiosa's war rig starting sequence...
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But meanwhile if anyone has used the fuel pump wiring behind the dash for a kill switch, a picture on which wire to tap into would be much appreciated.
 
Furi said:
Love it. Publicly brain storming on ways to implement/hide a kill switch :)

On my todo list is Madmax Furiosa's war rig starting sequence...
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But meanwhile if anyone has used the fuel pump wiring behind the dash for a kill switch, a picture on which wire to tap into would be much appreciated.
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As it was explained to me, you’ll have to run a continuity test from the wire in the IP to the various wires that are the same color as the one at your IP.
 
what about just getting The Club to dissuade people from getting in in the first place?
 
I'm a new owner learning the many nuances of my L300, part of which was/is chasing down a ton of aftermarket wiring. Some hanging wires under the bull bar lead me to these switches and instructions.


upload your pictures online

One of the switches had wires that lead to nowhere, while the other unlocked/locked the passenger door.... but only if the driver's door of the van was unlocked. My guess is the one not currently wired to anything was an ignition or theft prevention switch of sort.
 
13mclean said:
My setup is just a beefy battery disconnect switch mounted below the passenger seat (pics 1 and 2). When the engine cover is down it is hidden by the carpet. The switch is in series between the negative battery terminal and the ground by the coolant overflow tank (pic 3)

The downsides are that it kills all power (radio settings, clock, etc...) and it's fairly easy to spot if someone opens the engine cover up.

Tbh, I've just been using a club when I park in sketchy areas because I feel like it's visibility is better at protecting my windows
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This is sweet.!
What size Kill Switch are you using.?
I believe it has to do with battery size/output.? Would a 300constant/1000instant Switch work for any amps at that level and lower.?

Would This Switch Work.?

Thanks.!!
 
Perhaps the best strategy that I have come up with is to install a 2-way alarm with remote start. I used to work a Circuit City (holy cow) and did car audio sales and installation. One of the audio installers now has his own mobile car audio install business and I asked him to give the install a try. We successfully managed to get 90 percent of the 2 way alarm options working, including remote auxiliary triggering for my bumper flood lights and, of course, remote start. Another benefit of a 2-way alarm is that it will likely come with a programmable turbo timer option which I have yet to get working. The van is still stealable, but it will take some time because of the ignition interlock that the alarm provides. A great second level of security would be a kill switch in between the IP. With that and a good alarm, if someone wants the van they're going to have to push it.
 
13mclean said:
My setup is just a beefy battery disconnect switch mounted below the passenger seat (pics 1 and 2). When the engine cover is down it is hidden by the carpet. The switch is in series between the negative battery terminal and the ground by the coolant overflow tank (pic 3)

The downsides are that it kills all power (radio settings, clock, etc...) and it's fairly easy to spot if someone opens the engine cover up.

Tbh, I've just been using a club when I park in sketchy areas because I feel like it's visibility is better at protecting my windows
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I’m curious what switch you bought. I’m looking at adding something like this and then having second fuse block in the back for running accessories (radio/lights/rear heat fan) off another battery switch.
 
Preventing theft on vehicles only goes so far, not to be paranoid, but these vans stand out. I like the remote start/ 2 way alarms with additional fuel cut. GPS system is also good if a “fake tow truck” and guy in safety vest steal in broad daylight.
 
DustAngel said:
Preventing theft on vehicles only goes so far, not to be paranoid, but these vans stand out. I like the remote start/ 2 way alarms with additional fuel cut. GPS system is also good if a “fake tow truck” and guy in safety vest steal in broad daylight.
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About 15 years ago, my father was the contractor on a huge city park job. One of the companies responsible for the initial sitework and tree clearing had two of their brand new bulldozers stolen from the site one night. The following morning, the owner of that company made a few calls and found his dozers were well on their way to port of Miami. He and his son went the following morning down to the port of Miami, a 3 hour drive, to collect their dozers. They called Miami PD on the way to let them know that they had loaded shotguns and planned on shooting whoever was responsible for stealing their equipment. They drove right through the security gates and drove around until they spotted their equipment which was about to be loaded into the boat. With no hesitation, the father, loaded shotgun and all, got into his dozer and drove it away from the loading area. Within about 3 minutes the place was swarming with police. Somehow, neither the father or son went to jail. And they got their equipment back to the site the following morning. And of course being no surprise to any of you, nobody was held responsible for the theft. Could you imagine doing something that brazen today? That's a true story by the way. Sorry to threadjack.

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Furi said:
Love it. Publicly brain storming on ways to implement/hide a kill switch :)

On my todo list is Madmax Furiosa's war rig starting sequence...
View attachment 10588

But meanwhile if anyone has used the fuel pump wiring behind the dash for a kill switch, a picture on which wire to tap into would be much appreciated.
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Curious if you or anyone else ever found the fuel pump wiring behind the dash, Furi? Trying to avoid running unnecessary cabling from the engine bay to an alarm system.
 
alvyk36 said:
Curious if you or anyone else ever found the fuel pump wiring behind the dash, Furi? Trying to avoid running unnecessary cabling from the engine bay to an alarm system.
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The fuels shutoff solenoid (and a few other things) is the BW wire off of the ignition sw.
 
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