Is it really that easy to break into these trucks?
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Looks like it has no key slot--it will not come out without gouging, too much time. Works just like changing the handles. Yes, can still run a screwdriver up under the housing. What I did prevents sticking a flat-bladed screwdriver in the keyslot and turning with a wrench--that will wreck the entire lock and open the door, it has happened to me twice.
Just something to help the crook look elsewhere...
Joe
Just something to help the crook look elsewhere...
Joe
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#18
There are several ways, short of breaking the window, to get in--one way is to put the screwdriver blade in the key slot, force it to turn and it breaks the entire lock and opens the door. Done right, looks just like using a key to someone not close by. Running a screwdriver up under the housing takes a little longer (so I have been told by ins people) and causes body damage most of the time.
No key slot forces the bad guy to take a little more time and might, just might, cause him to go to the next one. Ford already took out the passenger keylock. Using the JimmiJammer will prevent some of the crooks from getting in, as the screwdriver is diverted from the lock mechanism.
My lockslot was already ruined from an attempt, so I just covered it up.
Joe
No key slot forces the bad guy to take a little more time and might, just might, cause him to go to the next one. Ford already took out the passenger keylock. Using the JimmiJammer will prevent some of the crooks from getting in, as the screwdriver is diverted from the lock mechanism.
My lockslot was already ruined from an attempt, so I just covered it up.
Joe
#19
PunchPlug door lock replacement
they need the keyhole to be able to turn and use the lock rod to unlock.
punching isn't useful..
I disconnected the lock rod when I put the JJ's on so the keyhole is useless,
this is just layering amount of effort
keyhole is easy, silent and not obvious whats going on
prying under the handle is a bit more effort and sort of obvious
breaking the glass of course
using a thin metal bar to reach in next to the glass and pull the lock rod, easy.. too..
of course then there is tow the vehicle away too..
they want it, they'll do anything.. we are just stopping the opportunist.
We got locked out on the highway changing drivers when the dog stepped on the lock button.. took popalock 3 seconds to open the door with the bar.
Sam
#20
Guys, you do NOT need to have anything valuable in sight in order for thieves to break in. I had my 2002 stolen - broad daylight - in August. Taken from the parking lot at work.
The truck was recovered 25 days later. They punched the keylock in the passenger side (side away from the office doors). The paint was chipped under the handle where they likely tried to pry back the sheetmetal.
They busted the ignition tumbler in order to start it. I bet they were done in less than 1 minute for the entire thing.
But this is the REALLY scary part; your vehicle is likely already cataloged.
Yeah, that's right. I had certain parts missing; tailgate, converter, wheel/tires, battery, nerf bars, etc. I asked the detective why the only removed those parts.
"Because that's what the order was for," he stated. When I asked him to elaborate he stated these guys drive around and catalog vehicles and have a database. When they get a call for a tailgate and wheels for a 1999-2007 Superduty they have a list of potential trucks they can steal.
They already know the best place to hit your vehicle and when they drive by and see it - they'll get it!!!
There's been a rash of Superduty's stolen around here. I will be taking steps to make it more difficult the next time. I'd love to have an electrical charge sent through the truck as part of an alarm!! Thank 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea!!!!
Yes, hide stuff to keep the petty-theif teens out - but be aware there are PROFESSIONAL thieves with an interest as well!!!
The truck was recovered 25 days later. They punched the keylock in the passenger side (side away from the office doors). The paint was chipped under the handle where they likely tried to pry back the sheetmetal.
They busted the ignition tumbler in order to start it. I bet they were done in less than 1 minute for the entire thing.
But this is the REALLY scary part; your vehicle is likely already cataloged.
Yeah, that's right. I had certain parts missing; tailgate, converter, wheel/tires, battery, nerf bars, etc. I asked the detective why the only removed those parts.
"Because that's what the order was for," he stated. When I asked him to elaborate he stated these guys drive around and catalog vehicles and have a database. When they get a call for a tailgate and wheels for a 1999-2007 Superduty they have a list of potential trucks they can steal.
They already know the best place to hit your vehicle and when they drive by and see it - they'll get it!!!
There's been a rash of Superduty's stolen around here. I will be taking steps to make it more difficult the next time. I'd love to have an electrical charge sent through the truck as part of an alarm!! Thank 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea!!!!
Yes, hide stuff to keep the petty-theif teens out - but be aware there are PROFESSIONAL thieves with an interest as well!!!
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