How do you lock/secure your generator?

ctilsie242 wrote:
What is wrong with just insuring the generator for replacement value, taking a photo of the generator, making a database entry with all that info, and then using a decent lock?

If you want lock recommendations, check out Bosnianbill and LocksmithingLawyer on YouTube. I like having a security chain, as well as a cable. The chain is good at fending off manual saws and bolt cutters, while the cable will slow down an angle grinder (although it may provide 5-10 seconds difference.)

Best thing is out of sight, out of mind. A truck cap that has tinted side windows that open for ventilation might be the best thing.

I understand defending the property, but the legal hassle of explaining to a DA, the thief's family, his homeys, and the lawyer that was hired, all about why the thief's life was worth less than a generator, is just not worth it. Far cheaper to make an insurance claim and buy a new one in 2-3 weeks.

I'll have to look into generator policies, lol.
BTW it's covered as contents on most decent policies, homeowner or rv. Doesn't change the fact that when you get up to fire up the heater and the gene is gone, you're screwed. And unless you have a super low deductible (stupid) the deductible is half to more than the cost of the gene.
And don't worry about the rest of us. Guessing most are smart enough to not shoot someone over a generator. I might shoot the car tires though!

Funny story, a friend's neighbor got burglarized recently. Another neighbor had the perps car on video. Worthless cops wouldn't do anything with the license plate info (not enough evidence to put down the donuts). The guy with video is a cop too. Ran the plates, gave victim the address of the car. Victim went over and made the car into a bonfire! It was awesome. The only thing missing was the note on the door saying "bring my sht back or your next."