Theft Proof Celi..., Any Ideas? Options

[kenjamatic]

Instead of wiring up a switch or something, just pull the injector fuses or the PCM fuse or the like. They can find a switch, but I doubt thieves carry extra fuses around much less would think to look there as the problem.

^^^i agree^^^ or pop out one of the engine harness...

from what i've been told the starter kill does work and stop the starter from turning over but if you have a manual they can push start or pop the clutch and get it going...correct me if i'm wrong...that's only if there's more then one person..

[creis]

I've heard of shaved handles before, but what the hell does that mean???

even with a slim jim you cant open my door, with lexan windows there would be no way in, only option would be to get a tow truck and drag it away wile the alarm screems. down side to lexan windows is in a crash if you car catches fire and your passed out, firefighters cant get it to help or get you out.

as far as theft proof, there is no such thing, there is always a way to take it, just gata do the best you can like a 2 way pager alarm, always snap locking your steering wheel so it takes the key to turn it, and keep all windows rolled up tight.

This post has been edited by creis: Jul 26, 2006 - 12:43 PM

[Wolf_tm]

Instead of wiring up a switch or something, just pull the injector fuses or the PCM fuse or the like. They can find a switch, but I doubt thieves carry extra fuses around much less would think to look there as the problem.

Correct !

And even better is to pull out the fuel pump relay....

[Culpable04]

I have a two way pager alarm sistem, and I'm gonna install my rims this weekend so I gotta protect them too, for that I bought 5 set of 4 lock nuts, all 5 sets have diferents keys so I think I'll be installing one of each on every single wheel.
I know is gonna be a pain to change a tire but if it's hard for me I think it's gonna be a little harder for a thief to get all 4 wheels out of my car.

This post has been edited by Culpable04: Jul 26, 2006 - 1:48 PM

[Taylor]

Park next to a Ferrari.. i'm pretty sure they'll steal that before the celi

[uberschall]

there's this device for storing cars, its basically a knob that replaces your pos. bat. terminal connector...they work remarkably well for cheap. i can't remember what in the deuce its called, but if you're interested, i'll look at the one on my buddies dads camaro.

the best i've seen are quick-release steering wheel hubs. nobody, no matter how good they are, can drive a car without a steering wheel!

some alarms have sensors in them that will set off the alarm if it goes out of level, i.e. someone tries to tow it away...which is pretty much a done deal anyway.

or just sit in it holding a loaded shotgun

[cheeco]

removable steering wheel

[creis]

Park next to a Ferrari.. i'm pretty sure they'll steal that before the celi

thats my mado, always park next to something better.

This post has been edited by creis: Jul 26, 2006 - 9:35 PM

[Culpable04]

Park next to a Ferrari.. i'm pretty sure they'll steal that before the celi

thats my mado, always park next to something better.

I always try that but I have a hard time in my area finding a supra.

This post has been edited by Culpable04: Jul 26, 2006 - 9:40 PM

[airfron]

paint it bright fuscia w smiley faces everywhere and make it so if the car is running the only thing that plays through the speakers is Culure Club's Karma Chameleon at an extremely load setting and there is no way to turn it off without entering a password into the keypad connected to your stereo

or

the quick release hub and a starter disabling alarm w/ the siren mounted in the car

[creis]

^ in the car not under the hood!! like hide that thing so they cant disconnect it. and park it in water so they cant get it out, or take the wheels with ya so they cant drive it away, or take the motor or just take a few fuses when ya leave, or leave it at home in the garage. also with that paint and music its only gana get it vandalized very badly

or just accept that fact that crap happens and you can only be so prepared, also make sure it well insured.

This post has been edited by creis: Jul 26, 2006 - 9:50 PM

[6gcSTVT]

Well I installed a 1959 Bus horn in my car using a tractor relay and and inline fuse, so now my horn is a BAMF and any person breaking in would get quite an ear full.... just a thought since I know my previous horns were kinda pansie-ish...

[creis]

I always wanted to put a very amplified horn or like a siron in there that would make anyone within 20 feet go temp deff, but figured if I accidently set it off, I would very much regret it.

[6strngs]

I would think that the blinking red light from a stock alarm is enough to deter most thiefs. they want an easy target.

also, you can't start the car while that alarm is going off... trust me... I once was getting off work around 11 pm, I go out to my car to find that the battery on the remote is dead... so I can't disable the alarm, so I open the door with the key... there goes the alarm, but it won't let me start the car no matter what.

then if you're gonna get a cd deck, make sure it has a removable faceplate, then you can just take that with you.

[malpaso]

its good to tell people the security in your cars. makes it easier for them to nick if they know roughly where you live!
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That's not a secret (my case, of course), I have that writen on my car as warning...

p.s.: professional don't need any info... you car will gone anyway , this is warning for amatures: "don't even try, you can't handle this... try another one easier"

[vsideboy]

better to park next to something that is going to be alot easier to steal, most theives (other than being complete w**kers that need to die a slow painful death!!) are opportunists, if theres a celica with alarm and steering wheel locks sitting next to a banged out civic with no alarm, no wheel lock and doors unlocked then they would most likely go for the latter, less hassle means quicker getaway.

Certain ones would just nick a car just to drive to where they want to be then dump it. Nick another for the return journey thats all.

[forkee]

tint your windows 5% and put the front shades up. have 2 sirens, one inside the car in back of the steering wheel and another one (with a battery backup) under the hood.

[Diab1o_3000]

ahem...bump...

[95CelicaST]

My alarm is a POS. I have armed it, and then rocked the car back and forth. Nothing, but when a truck goes by, sure enough, like clockwork, that alarm goes off. Quite annoying. If I were going to steal a car, I would trip the alarm 4 or 5 times before, so that the owner would get tired of resetting it and leave it off. Score.

My friend has this thing on his SER that is a plug sort of thing that is under his seat. When he gets out he unplugs it, which I guess cuts all starting power. He has to put the "key" back in and lock it before the car will start up again.

This post has been edited by 95CelicaST: Jul 29, 2006 - 2:49 AM

[Jdog1385]

Park next to a Ferrari.. i'm pretty sure they'll steal that before the celi

lolol, i do that b/c i know the person isnt gonna hit my car when they swing their door open...never park next to a crown victoria, old people dont care about your car. haha