Car Seat Theft Security - Topless

[MerPinXEss]

Leave the kid in it.


Seriously though, I can't say I have ever heard of a kids car seat getting stolen from a wide open jeep or anybother vehicle.

LMFAO, that was my first sarcastic response too...its just like using them for teen birth control; give them a crying baby for 30 minutes. Kids also usually like to ooze something sticky like maple syrup down there that should deter unclipping, but bad for bugs and bears...

On the helpful side the latch points are ~1" D rings with ~1/2" clip from the carseat there is plenty of space for a steel cable to run through and up through the openings in the back that the seatbelt would normally go through. Wouldnt cause interference if clipped into the loose space not used by carseat clips.

My 2c: The difficulty in installing and removing carseats is most likely beyond most criminal masterminds, and damaging the seat by cutting the back plastic or the straps makes them inoperable. IF someone needs a carseat that bad I am happy that parent is looking out for that kid, Ill get a new one.

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[Dyolfknip74]

LMFAO, that was my first sarcastic response too...its just like using them for teen birth control; give them a crying baby for 30 minutes. Kids also usually like to ooze something sticky like maple syrup down there that should deter unclipping, but bad for bugs and bears...

On the helpful side the latch points are ~1" D rings with ~1/2" clip from the carseat there is plenty of space for a steel cable to run through and up through the openings in the back that the seatbelt would normally go through. Wouldnt cause interference if clipped into the loose space not used by carseat clips.

My 2c: The difficulty in installing and removing carseats is most likely beyond most criminal masterminds, and damaging the seat by cutting the back plastic or the straps makes them inoperable. IF someone needs a carseat that bad I am happy that parent is looking out for that kid, Ill get a new one.

Gee a maple syrup joke with a Canadian eh?

Having had to put my grandsons seat into the lifted Rubicon, if some mangy thief wants it, they need it worse than I do. It's a PIA to deal with lifted. Lol.

 

[AMT]

True enough; good point by the Mrs.
I know myself well enough to know I wouldn't to that to three car seats every time we are in and out of the car, lol.

Like someone mentioned earlier, probably a solution to a very niche problem. But, there is always that one time... and they ain't cheap, like you said.

Can't wait until the boys are older and can get rid of them... I do hate dealing with car seats.

 

[ajkeence99]

LMFAO, that was my first sarcastic response too...its just like using them for teen birth control; give them a crying baby for 30 minutes. Kids also usually like to ooze something sticky like maple syrup down there that should deter unclipping, but bad for bugs and bears...

On the helpful side the latch points are ~1" D rings with ~1/2" clip from the carseat there is plenty of space for a steel cable to run through and up through the openings in the back that the seatbelt would normally go through. Wouldnt cause interference if clipped into the loose space not used by carseat clips.

My 2c: The difficulty in installing and removing carseats is most likely beyond most criminal masterminds, and damaging the seat by cutting the back plastic or the straps makes them inoperable. IF someone needs a carseat that bad I am happy that parent is looking out for that kid, Ill get a new one.

Your 2c paragraph really makes a lot of sense. They are definitely a pain in the ass to get in and out if you don't know exactly how they work.

 

[ajkeence99]

True enough; good point by the Mrs.
I know myself well enough to know I wouldn't to that to three car seats every time we are in and out of the car, lol.

Like someone mentioned earlier, probably a solution to a very niche problem. But, there is always that one time... and they ain't cheap, like you said.

Can't wait until the boys are older and can get rid of them... I do hate dealing with car seats.

Luckily we only have one. I wouldn't even consider the option if I had to continually unlock 2 or 3 of them. I'm probably overthinking it. This is my first Jeep and we are coming up on the first real opportunity to take the roof off next week so I'm just officially considering the potential consequences. I appreciate all the input.

 

[AMT]

Luckily we only have one. I wouldn't even consider the option if I had to continually unlock 2 or 3 of them. I'm probably overthinking it. This is my first Jeep and we are coming up on the first real opportunity to take the roof off next week so I'm just officially considering the potential consequences. I appreciate all the input.

Hey, Jeep mods and diapers are $$$$. I get it!

 

[Garry]

I searched around but could not find anything specific to this question. I could find people discussing whether or not roof/doors should be off with kids but not about protecting a car seat from theft. How does one keep their car seats from being stolen when the roof is off? I'd considered a chain through the pocket where the belt runs through the back and locking it with a padlock. Sure, a criminal intent on stealing it could still cut a lock or a chain but it at least reduces the chances. Are there are suggestions or official options for this? I don't have to worry about it at work and it's garaged at night but it just takes one knucklehead to come by and I'm out a $300 car seat. Thanks!

I used a bike cable lock on my LJ.

 

[JLUCQ]

Paramedic here. DO NOT chain it in. We frequently transport kids IN THEIR CAR SEATS after an accident as it provides a great deal of immobilization already. A chain would add to the time to get the kid out, especially if we cant see the chain. It takes a good deal of work just to cut the belts and latching belts anyway. I think you are looking for a solution where a problem doesn't really exist.

This should be the only response you need. I have 2 car seats in the back of mine and run all summer with no roof or front doors. Honestly never even thought about someone stealing them.

 

[BXFXJeep]

finally a good use for cheap bicycle locks.

Thanks for the idea, I'll lock the seats when they are not being used.

 

[WreckEm711]

I've left mine unattended in a naked jeep for two years, the odds of anyone stealing it is extremely low..

1) Carseats are a pain in the ass to install and uninstall. You're looking at fully getting in to unbuckle it, undo the latch system, then you have to get back into the trunk area to loosen then unsnap the vertical support, then raise the headrest and feed it through there, then get out of the trunk area with this big bulky carseat with straps and stuff hanging all over. Thieves like smash and grab, there's nothing quick and easy about a carseat.

2) There's very little aftermarket for carseats for safety reasons, so little reason for anyone to steal them thinking they can make easy money.

Good luck, have fun!

 

[Carolina Jeeper]

Paramedic here. DO NOT chain it in. We frequently transport kids IN THEIR CAR SEATS after an accident as it provides a great deal of immobilization already. A chain would add to the time to get the kid out, especially if we cant see the chain. It takes a good deal of work just to cut the belts and latching belts anyway. I think you are looking for a solution where a problem doesn't really exist.

To be accurate, I was only thinking it would get locked when parked and otherwise be normally accessible during trips.

I agree that it may not really be an issue. Never heard of one getting stolen by thieves but seen them left alone after a car break in.

If paramedics do simply cut the fastening belts, then I would be inclined to superglue the car seat latches to be permanently disabled. Then the day I no longer need it, it gets trashed. Besides, they have a short lifespan anyway.

 

[Dyolfknip74]

I've left mine unattended in a naked jeep for two years, the odds of anyone stealing it is extremely low..

1) Carseats are a pain in the ass to install and uninstall. You're looking at fully getting in to unbuckle it, undo the latch system, then you have to get back into the trunk area to loosen then unsnap the vertical support, then raise the headrest and feed it through there, then get out of the trunk area with this big bulky carseat with straps and stuff hanging all over. Thieves like smash and grab, there's nothing quick and easy about a carseat.

2) There's very little aftermarket for carseats for safety reasons, so little reason for anyone to steal them thinking they can make easy money.

Good luck, have fun!

Not to mention, as soon as a precious little crotchfruit gets into the thing, it turns into a petri dish of Arrowroot cookies, sticky juice, baby shit and puke. Some dirty thief wants to be patient zero of the zombie apocalypse, they can have it.

 

[JackalopeSean]

I ran a ratchet strap through mine, its not easy putting in but most thieves won't know how to working and the smart ones won't take the time to undo it

 

[Yzfguy]

I was a police officer for 25 years and I have never heard of a stolen child seat.

 

[CT_LFC]

If you live in an area where having a car seat stolen is an issue, it's probably best to just move.

Never heard of a car seat being stolen. They're a pain to put on and not easy to remove unless you have a child and are familiar with them.

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