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Someone attempted to steal my F350 King Ranch last night. According to local police, they tried to bust the drivers front window with a spark plug, but something scared them off. Getting the glass replaced by Safelite now. What recommendations do folks have for extra security? I'm already planning a Thinkware F800pro dashcam; was going to take it in for install next week. What about the Ford security add-on? Do the KRs not already have that? Thanks
That sucks. Your truck is my twin. I know my truck has sensors of some one actually gets inside it will set off alarm from motion. I know this because I locked my
dogs in the truck and then remote started it for ac and when he was walking around inside it set off the alarm almost imidiately. On the top control panel where the upfitter switches and sun roof control is there are four sensors up there for motion. Yours didnt go off because they didn’t actually get in and I don’t think just bumping the truck would set it off.
I bought the remote app security module on ebay for about $225. It lets you remote start, lock/unlock your truck from anywhere in the world via a mobile app....but more importantly to me, it will text and email me if any of the security sensors are tripped and it even tells me which sensor was set off. I've gotta a couple texts while I was in a hotel room and ran out to see someone running off. Definitely worth the $49 a year.
Just curious where this happened, at home or out and about somewhere? I only ask because i'm local to the area and would like to avoid. You think they were trying to steal the entire truck or just get in it? I would think if they were smart enough to steal the entire truck, they would have used a better method to get in it. Just thinking out loud.
Without a tow truck they weren't going to steal the truck. Impossible to start it without the FOB as the PATS verifies. So its not as simple as the majority of older Super Duty trucks were.
I bought the remote app security module on ebay for about $225. It lets you remote start, lock/unlock your truck from anywhere in the world via a mobile app....but more importantly to me, it will text and email me if any of the security sensors are tripped and it even tells me which sensor was set off. I've gotta a couple texts while I was in a hotel room and ran out to see someone running off. Definitely worth the $49 a year.
^^^ Tricon- I was looking into to this; do you have a link for the one you bought? Thx...
Sucks but glad you still have your truck and not more damage than that.
Ford390gashog,
Could you delete a few items in your PM Inbox so I could send you a PM? Wanted to ask you a few questions about the buyback/replacement process w/ Ford.
This is what I purchased, you need another kit with it as well, I've heard its been getting harder to find online, but I think Banner Ford still has some and will remotely program it for you. Give em a call and see what they can do.
Without having your keyfob nearby, pull on your driver's door handle and the lock cylinder is exposed. A pair of Channel-Locks or Vise-Grips to turn that cylinder and you're in. Plus, no alarm will sound because the computer thinks you're using the key to gain entry (the motion sensors will be deactivated). Here's a thread on getting broke into ... https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...oken-into.html BTW, I removed my lock cylinder and installed the Jimmi-Jammers. Won't stop all thieves, but breaking the glass and reaching inside will set off the truck's alarm.
I bought the remote app security module on ebay for about $225. It lets you remote start, lock/unlock your truck from anywhere in the world via a mobile app....but more importantly to me, it will text and email me if any of the security sensors are tripped and it even tells me which sensor was set off. I've gotta a couple texts while I was in a hotel room and ran out to see someone running off. Definitely worth the $49 a year.
I have as well. The remote start via phone app is worth it by itself IMO. The banging on the window would have tripped it if installed (depending on the sensitivity adjustment setting). Very easy DIY install (maybe 10-15min), just need a Ford dealer to activate the cell chip.
This is what I purchased, you need another kit with it as well, I've heard its been getting harder to find online, but I think Banner Ford still has some and will remotely program it for you. Give em a call and see what they can do.
Unfortunately at the moment we are out of stock and haven't had word from Ford of an ETA on replacement inventory. Apologies to all for the inconvenience.
Unfortunately at the moment we are out of stock and haven't had word from Ford of an ETA on replacement inventory. Apologies to all for the inconvenience.
Thanks,
Mel
What is the total cost? The link posted above says additional device is needed but gives no info or pricing.
08-02-2018, 09:58 AM
