Security System Question....
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Security System Question....
I recently read an article in a corvette magazine that was written by a former car thief. So I was wondering, what is the best car security system to install? He said the "Club" is a joke as he could hack saw the steering wheel in half in less than 20 seconds to remove it. (I'm glad I already wasted my money on that last year). He basically stated he would only come up short with something that wouldn't allow the car to start so he was unable to drive it away. Factory alarms, honking horns, kill switches etc. were all beatable.....so what would you suggest ?? He also stated the "Lo-Jack" would only lead police to an already stripped down vehicle because when he stole it in the middle of the night, by the time you noticed it gone it would be dismantled.
Thanks guys.
Thanks guys.
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Originally Posted by eddie44
I worked Auto Theft for 7yrs while in LE and you're only going to keep the honest person honest.
If they want it they'll get it!
If they want it they'll get it!
You mention the Club...that is funny. The Club can actually help a thief breaking the steering lock by giving them leverage. Also a steering wheel is made to be cut by emergency personel incase of an accident. A small pair of bolt cutters will go right through the steering wheel with little effort. I have actually read of people that had their car stolen. Then went to where it was parked and found the club laying there instead of their car.
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if a real car theif wants your car, your doomed, he'll get it, and it will be gone in 60 Seconds.. (cheasy joke intended 
).... dont spend too much money on an alarm, get one that honks the horn and flashes the lights... that will deter most car burglars and auto theives.... the good ones you wont deter, but there aren't many of those.... auto theives want to get it and get out without being noticed, so they will go for easy targets, unless they really want your car.. then its "bubye" to your ride
).... dont spend too much money on an alarm, get one that honks the horn and flashes the lights... that will deter most car burglars and auto theives.... the good ones you wont deter, but there aren't many of those.... auto theives want to get it and get out without being noticed, so they will go for easy targets, unless they really want your car.. then its "bubye" to your ride
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Can you say 'Rollback?'
Originally Posted by sandmanusd
if a real car theif wants your car, your doomed, he'll get it, and it will be gone in 60 Seconds.. (cheasy joke intended ).... dont spend too much money on an alarm, get one that honks the horn and flashes the lights... that will deter most car burglars and auto theives.... the good ones you wont deter, but there aren't many of those.... auto theives want to get it and get out without being noticed, so they will go for easy targets, unless they really want your car.. then its "bubye" to your ride
).... dont spend too much money on an alarm, get one that honks the horn and flashes the lights... that will deter most car burglars and auto theives.... the good ones you wont deter, but there aren't many of those.... auto theives want to get it and get out without being noticed, so they will go for easy targets, unless they really want your car.. then its "bubye" to your ride
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Originally Posted by thug29
I recently read an article in a corvette magazine that was written by a former car thief. So I was wondering, what is the best car security system to install? He said the "Club" is a joke as he could hack saw the steering wheel in half in less than 20 seconds to remove it. (I'm glad I already wasted my money on that last year). He basically stated he would only come up short with something that wouldn't allow the car to start so he was unable to drive it away. Factory alarms, honking horns, kill switches etc. were all beatable.....so what would you suggest ?? He also stated the "Lo-Jack" would only lead police to an already stripped down vehicle because when he stole it in the middle of the night, by the time you noticed it gone it would be dismantled.
Thanks guys.
Thanks guys.
Bill
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Originally Posted by eddie44
you're only going to keep the honest person honest. If they want it they'll get it!
Security setups for cars only slow down the theft, not stop them. The hope is that during that slow down, someone will see them.
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Ok I get the picture...if they want it they'll get it.
But just the same, if I am interested in both a peice of mind and the chance to slow them down, any suggestions on a particular system or comments on the brands you all have ???
Thank you.
But just the same, if I am interested in both a peice of mind and the chance to slow them down, any suggestions on a particular system or comments on the brands you all have ???
Thank you.
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I have an after market alarm, plus a satalite tracker. Alarm systems have become so sophistcated today that thieves that steal 'on order' don't want waste time trying to defeat them. What they use is symplicity itself, and is called the 'bump and grab'! After they have decided it's your car they want, they just wait for you to unlock your car and drive off. They follow, and get behind you in slow traffic. Then they just 'bump' the back bumper, you get out to assess the situation, they get out (2 or 3 guys) pull a gun, get your keys, wallet, watch etc. and are GONE! Since they now have your wallet, they'll make a quick stop off at your house before you get home, (if they didn't shoot you already cause you wouldn't give up the keys)! 
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Originally Posted by JETZ
I have an after market alarm, plus a satalite tracker. Alarm systems have become so sophistcated today that thieves that steal 'on order' don't want waste time trying to defeat them. What they use is symplicity itself, and is called the 'bump and grab'! After they have decided it's your car they want, they just wait for you to unlock your car and drive off. They follow, and get behind you in slow traffic. Then they just 'bump' the back bumper, you get out to assess the situation, they get out (2 or 3 guys) pull a gun, get your keys, wallet, watch etc. and are GONE! Since they now have your wallet, they'll make a quick stop off at your house before you get home, (if they didn't shoot you already cause you wouldn't give up the keys)!
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From: Toronto
Originally Posted by thug29
Yes I beleive if you shake the car or brake the glass it begins to say that...what company makes it?
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From: Toronto
Originally Posted by TopCat
I think you're blowing that scenario out of proportion. This used to be a growing problem but it's now known as "car jacking," it's a federal offense (felony) and carries a stiff minimum sentence!
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From: Alhambra Calismognazifornia, in the country everyone comes just to complain but won't go back home!
Originally Posted by Shylor
What's the name of the system that senses motion and tells the person, "Step away from the vehicle"?
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I also work in Law Enforcement. If they want your vehicle, they will get it by stealth or violence. The best thing that I have seen in ONSTAR. They can track the vehicle while it is in motion or parked. We have caught many people with the help of ONSTAR.
