Replacement Electrical Tools - Peoples Opinions

[Pete999]

Mhmm never thought of that, I'll give it a try!

Awful headaches afterwards Vorti

 

[robo83]

I am contemplating upgrading the locks at xmas when i have time off. I have a van vault inside with all powertools/MFT inside and it would be no easy method to steal due to position.

But the hand tools sit exposed on top of the van vault :/

I was looking at these and fitting myself


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ArmaDLock High Security Van Door Lock

 

[elsparko]

I always remove ladders and all the good stuff from the back of my van every time I pull up at the end of my working day.
I detest having to do it, and loading it all up again in the morning taking several trips from my front door to the van.
Every morning I look out the window to check my van, always with the fear a door may be hanging off or damaged.

Even so, it is becoming more common for thieves to strike in the day whilst parked outside the workplace.
A friend of mine having just replaced some of his kit from a recent van theft, again had a brand new stihl cutter stolen from a driveway he was working on the other day. He suspects a delivery driver.

I come to the conclusion that these people have no fear because of our ever so weak laws and what appears to be lack of interest from local plod nowadays (as well as lack of). Take things into your own hands and then you will meet the full force of the law, with the probability of the thief suing you and the possibility of you losing your home you have worked so hard for over the years.

In all honesty, what are you supposed to do if you do catch someone in the act? Phone the police, because we all know that by the time they arrive (if they arrive) it's all over. How many times have we heard a story about travellers having property in their compounds and the police being powerless to do anything about it?
I originally and naively thought our laws applied equally to everyone.

I got slated on a previous post as I rejoiced in the comeuppance of a reported thief. I honestly don't know what I'd do if I caught someone, but I know what I'd like to do or would like to happen to such people.
The longer the innocent pander and show forgiveness and sympathy to this scum, the worse it will get.

After a well deserved lay-in, I'm just off to check my van...........

if you catch them in the act give them 2 black eyes

 

[FatAlan]

I always remove ladders and all the good stuff from the back of my van every time I pull up at the end of my working day.
I detest having to do it, and loading it all up again in the morning taking several trips from my front door to the van.
Every morning I look out the window to check my van, always with the fear a door may be hanging off or damaged.

Even so, it is becoming more common for thieves to strike in the day whilst parked outside the workplace.
A friend of mine having just replaced some of his kit from a recent van theft, again had a brand new stihl cutter stolen from a driveway he was working on the other day. He suspects a delivery driver.

I come to the conclusion that these people have no fear because of our ever so weak laws and what appears to be lack of interest from local plod nowadays (as well as lack of). Take things into your own hands and then you will meet the full force of the law, with the probability of the thief suing you and the possibility of you losing your home you have worked so hard for over the years.

In all honesty, what are you supposed to do if you do catch someone in the act? Phone the police, because we all know that by the time they arrive (if they arrive) it's all over. How many times have we heard a story about travellers having property in their compounds and the police being powerless to do anything about it?
I originally and naively thought our laws applied equally to everyone.

I got slated on a previous post as I rejoiced in the comeuppance of a reported thief. I honestly don't know what I'd do if I caught someone, but I know what I'd like to do or would like to happen to such people.
The longer the innocent pander and show forgiveness and sympathy to this scum, the worse it will get.

After a well deserved lay-in, I'm just off to check my van...........

Can assure you plod are just as frustrated with all the bureaucratic rubbish they have to put up with. Years ago I dealt with a burglar who tried to break in to a posh ground floor apartment in Richmond. Thing is it was being rented at the time by one of the visiting All Blacks. As the burglar was climbing through the kitchen window he was met by a massive fist heading the other way. Burglar must have been off his head on something as he picked up a shovel and tried to smash his way in through the back door. We turned up to find burglar rather flattened and indented into the soft muddy lawn. One of the easiest burglary investigations be ever had and said All Black players actions were never questioned.

 

[FatAlan]

Can assure you plod are just as frustrated with all the bureaucratic rubbish they have to put up with. They spend more time covering for NHS with mental health and social work issues. Years ago I dealt with a burglar who tried to break in to a posh ground floor apartment in Richmond. Thing is it was being rented at the time by one of the visiting All Blacks. As the burglar was climbing through the kitchen window he was met by a massive fist heading the other way. Burglar must have been off his head on something as he picked up a shovel and tried to smash his way in through the back door. We turned up to find burglar rather flattened and indented into the soft muddy lawn. One of the easiest burglary investigations be ever had and said All Black players actions were never questioned.

 

[Eryrwyn]

Wera Kraftform, they are lightweight and strong. Had Irazola but kept breaking the heads , when used on the right screw!!
Dewalt are my power tools, impact driver, sds and drill.
Side cutters and pliers I use a mixture of CK and Knipex.
Knipex Grips.
Bahco small & large socket set.

Bought an armoguard tuffbank for my garage and keep tools in there overnight, few of these being sold on various sites.
Tempted to buy a tile gps tracker and put into my toolbag when on site.
Hope you get them back mate.

 

[EbolaSideRoom]

Really to sorry to hear of your recent losses. I've lost kit myself in similar circumstances. Made me want to kick some tw**ts head in.
I use Wera & Klein screwdrivers, Knipex snips & pliers and Bahco for practically everything else. Power tools I use Milwaukee.
I hope you manage to get decent replacements for everything you've lost without spending a fortune.

And that the hideous, disrespectful thieving scroats that stole your stuff get their comeuppance sharpish.