I read on KBTX that there has been a string of 12 thefts between Cstat and Bryan involving catalytic converters. On one of our trucks, we had the pipe behind the DPF filter sawed clean through and they couldnt cut through the front or were just rookies and thats the only reason that saved us. Anyone have any ideas as to how to combat this? KBTX said to weld it to the frame, but I'm hesitant to weld on hardened steel and VIN number sounds fine but they still got it and we have to pay $1000.00 deductible due to commercial insurance, we kinda cant win on this front.
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Cat and DPF filter theft
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Last: 4 yr ago by saltydog13
The same thing happened to my Prius about 3 weeks back, the car was having electrical issues and wasn't starting so we had to leave it at the altitude trampoline park parking lot overnight. When we went back and found out the problem was just the transponder on the key and replaced the battery And started it up it literally sounds like a hot rod.
Still haven't got it fixed yet since it's so expensive.
Really can't believe someone was able to jack up the car and cut the exhaust of in the Walmart/altitude parking lot
Still haven't got it fixed yet since it's so expensive.
Really can't believe someone was able to jack up the car and cut the exhaust of in the Walmart/altitude parking lot
Straight pipe and there's nothing for them to steal
Headline: Cats in CStat Scat.CaptTex said:
I read on KBTX that there has been a string of 12 thefts between Cstat and Bryan involving catalytic converters.
KBTX said to weld it to your frame? Kind of a moot point since they're probably under there with a grinder or reciprocating saw anyways. I guess the more they have to do, the more they'll move on to someone else's vehicle... Also, exhaust systems are isolated from the frame for a reason.
That's also a reason. They gotta move and flex while you're running. I think KBTX took that from law enforcement, I mean these guys probably came out of Houston, so slim chance they catch anyone. Had a friend suggest bean bag rounds, and indeed those things look rough to take to the chest but non lethal.
I'd love to, but unfortunately were under warranty and DOT is cracking down. Not to mention we are an environmentally friendly company
CStat
With cordless grinders readily available, the only way to fight theft is technology. I can get through a stout padlock in 10 seconds with a cutoff wheel on my grinder. Aftermarket car alarms are the way to go.
CaptTex said:
I'd love to, but unfortunately were under warranty and DOT is cracking down. Not to mention we are an environmentally friendly company
Better fuel mileage from a delete = environmentally friendly