Theft proof my 1995 F150 - Fuel Cutoff Switch?
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Mountain Pass
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Theft proof my 1995 F150 - Fuel Cutoff Switch?
Showed friend my new to me 1995 F150 and he liked it, but said "heard those are easy to steal and are stolen all the time". I guess since no chip in key was part of his point. Great. I live in an okay neighborhood so not all that worried I guess. But, would it be worth the effort or easy enough to install some kind of fuel cutoff switch? Some kind of simple on-off switch that could be hidden under dashboard or seat?
Fleet Owner
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Who is stealing 18 year old trucks? Its not like it has any real value to it.
People steal thing that are worth something.
But if you are dead set on a "kill" switch, just break the fuel pump relay trigger wire
People steal thing that are worth something.
But if you are dead set on a "kill" switch, just break the fuel pump relay trigger wire
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People steal things just to steal things...not necessarily to reap $$. I've had cars stolen just to joy ride, run it out of gas, and leave it in the street. An 18 yr old truck, car, whatever, is a prime target.
Smart thieves are only played on TV.
Also, I've done the fuel pump cutoff on jeeps. I won't do it again simply because it becomes a hassel. I can't count how many times I'd forget about it and wonder why I have a no-start issue.
Just put a club on it.
Smart thieves are only played on TV.
Also, I've done the fuel pump cutoff on jeeps. I won't do it again simply because it becomes a hassel. I can't count how many times I'd forget about it and wonder why I have a no-start issue.
Just put a club on it.
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Or you could pull the fuel control fuse. Or add a switch somewhere. If you add a switch in the ignition circuit make sure it's ain't the coil primary because then the PCM will get a RPM signal and start firing injectors. Without a spark, it'll flood + dilute your engine oil.
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I don't know who'd want to steal an 18 year old truck. Typically people just break into them to steal whatever is in it. That little vent window could have used a better design. I can break into my own truck with a bucket handle in less than 10 seconds. Its nice when you lock yourself out of your own truck though.
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I was thinking of putting a switch between the ignition and the starter so that without the second switch being activated or even keyed no start.
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I've seen people wire their cars so you need to turn the park lights or something on before it will crank.
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Just run an extension cord to your truck. Cut the end off and wire it to the frame. Then throw it in the back. When you park it, plug it in. The tires will prevent it from grounding out, but when some potential thief grabs a hold of the door they'll get zapped!!!! 
Not sure if this would work, nor would I actually try it. I would just get an old Billy Goat and have him guard my truck. They work for darn near nothing.
Not sure if this would work, nor would I actually try it. I would just get an old Billy Goat and have him guard my truck. They work for darn near nothing.
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Depends on where you live. In the more southern states, OBS and Super Duty trucks are prime targets for the Mexican drug runners. Easy to break into, easy to break the ignition, easy hot wire.
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Edit: Just remember, if someone wants it bad enough, and has access to a tow truck, it's gone.
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