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Wireless Winch Trailer Alarm Systems - Trucks, Trailers & Towing

Protecting Your Assets
By Larry Jewett
Photography by Larry Jewett
Alarm System System View
This simple alarm system can... 
   
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Alarm System System View
This simple alarm system can save you thousands of dollars. Run the wires and mount the components in the places that make sense for your application.
Alarm System Wire View
Upon receipt of your kit,... 
   
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Alarm System Wire View
Upon receipt of your kit, you will find the wires are clearly marked. Make sure you attach the ground wire before hooking the positive wire to the positive terminal on the battery.
Alarm System Brain Box View
The brain box processes the... 
   
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Alarm System Brain Box View
The brain box processes the events. It has an antenna wire attached that must be put in a place to receive a good signal from the door transmitters.
Alarm System Yellow Wire View
The yellow wires can further... 
   
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Alarm System Yellow Wire View
The yellow wires can further protect the trailer. Serving as a shock alarm, they can be used to set up a strobe or flashing light on the exterior of the trailer as well as lock down the trailer brakes.
Alarm System Alarm View
The small but functional alarm... 
   
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Alarm System Alarm View
The small but functional alarm sends a loud and noticeable signal when someone is tampering with the trailer.
Alarm System Alarm Key View
Arming and disarming the trailer... 
   
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Alarm System Alarm Key View
Arming and disarming the trailer is a one-touch operation, and it can be completed with a key fob. The wireless activation makes it easy to feel secure.
Advanced Wireless Technology

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