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Prius converter was stolen.

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#1
  • みん
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  • 2022/11/23 18:45

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I was just about to start the engine of a car that was parked on the street when I heard an explosion and someone nearby ran to my car and said, "The converter is I think it's been stolen. It was stolen from my car last night ！."

I thought I had seen a post like this on Vivinavi... So I read the past topics.
I was too shocked... The prices are the same, but it's the holiday season and many mechanics are closed... Crying
I've done a lot of research and it seems that there is some kind of anti-theft cover, but has anyone actually worn or had one installed?
I asked because it would be very painful to have it stolen again even if I put it on newly, and I wanted to know if there is any countermeasure.
In addition, the garage only has space for two cars, and with three cars, one of them will inevitably be parked on the street.

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#44
  • 元メカニック
  • 2022/11/27 (Sun) 09:06
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Older Prius, pickups, etc. are exposed right below the car when you lift it up, but more and more modern cars are attached right behind the engine, and you have to stick your hand deep into the engine compartment to reach the catalyst, so it is structurally impossible to easily cut off and steal.

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#45
  • 心強い
  • 2022/11/27 (Sun) 11:15
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Your commentary on the former mechanic is scintillating ♬.

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#46
  • 田舎君
  • 2022/11/27 (Sun) 11:59
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I am a little unsure of this information, but I will pass it on. I have heard that there is a special orange paint that is heat resistant and hard to peel off, and that recyclers will not take back converters with that paint on them. So it is likely that the thief will give up the converter the moment he sees it. If this information is correct, it may be cheaper than installing an anti-theft cover. If you know anything about paint （ I will try to find it myself ） but information would be appreciated. By the way, I have had a converter stolen from my company parking lot. I didn't have to report it to the police, but my insurance company took care of it. The insurance is a deductible ＄ 500 policy so it only cost ＄ 500 and the next premium amount was not changed. I would like to use the paint if it is found as it could be stolen again.

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#47
  • おやおやおや
  • 2022/11/27 (Sun) 17:12
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recent cars （ lol ）
you mean mini cars （ lol ） small displacement so you can use a small catalytic converter and put it in the engine room
you can't run mini cars here, and ？ what type of car? ？ ？

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#48
  • 今日子
  • 2022/11/27 (Sun) 18:45
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Mr. Countryman

I hear that some people are taking such measures.
I'll do a little research and see what I can find.

High Temperature Spray Paint used on my catalytic converter
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2022
Color: Universal Bright RedSize: 11 Ounce (Pack of 1)Style: Coating
I was looking for a high temperature bright red spray paint. In my area, there has been a rash of stolen catalytic converters from vehicles. I painted my CC in red paint and used white bold letters for the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)!

I think it's better to take precautions than not, but many people still get stolen.
I really don't like to talk about having to spend every day stressed out about this stuff.

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