Stolen - My 4runner (RECOVERED)

[DenverAirport]

New update:

So I brought it to my preferred shop for the insurance inspection. Steering was brutal and it was because the steering rack was bent. I honestly think the thief must have hit a curb going pretty fast. My tires didn't look too bad so I think the damage happened shortly before it was recovered. Outside of the couple mile trip I just drove with it, it has only been towed since recovered. The shop noticed alignment issues obviously as well as a few other things. They didn't mention ball joints after their inspection but I'm going to have them jack from the LCA's to check for play to be sure.

....body work quoted at near $5000 lol I have a feeling insurance won't be touching that and this truck is soon to be deemed a total loss.

 

[repo]

Maybe you can find another door at a salvage yard and have Maaco paint match it. I just had an impromptu cat and o2 sensor delete done by tweakers on my other 4runner. My insurance deductible is $1000 about the same as the parts, it's a bolt on repair at least. I'm looking in to replacing both rear cats (there's 4 total) with a URD y-pipe so there's nothing there for them to steal.

 

[SURF RUNNER]

[MENTION=271883]T4topher[/MENTION]

Where did you buy that anti-theft device?

 

[T4topher]

[MENTION=271883]T4topher[/MENTION]

Where did you buy that anti-theft device?

I think it was from auto zone. Here’s a version of it on Amazon Amazon.com: The Club CL606 Brake Lock Vehicle Anti-Theft Device : Automotive

I think this is the one that I have.

https://www.autozone.com/alarm-and-.../p/unbreakable-autolock-brake-lock/348033_0_0

 

[3bears]

i have the club 1000. bit more money, also available on amazon. But i think either would work. I think most thieves would go for a car without the extra hassle of a "club" or something like that. they want quick and easy.
another option is a fuel pump cut off switch. its on this forum. they will get about 500 feet before they run out of gas. had that on my first 4runner with a club.

 

[DenverAirport]

New update:

So I brought it to my preferred shop for the insurance inspection. Steering was brutal and it was because the steering rack was bent. I honestly think the thief must have hit a curb going pretty fast. My tires didn't look too bad so I think the damage happened shortly before it was recovered. Outside of the couple mile trip I just drove with it, it has only been towed since recovered. The shop noticed alignment issues obviously as well as a few other things. They didn't mention ball joints after their inspection but I'm going to have them jack from the LCA's to check for play to be sure.

....body work quoted at near $5000 lol I have a feeling insurance won't be touching that and this truck is soon to be deemed a total loss.

Another new update:
Checked the truck for play in the ball joints and they are good. Putting in a new steering rack, getting it aligned, and finding a new door and painting to match at the same shop I had the truck painted a year ago. Interior has been deep cleaned and looks like new -- next I'm going to replace a few leather pieces and I'll be selling it. I have one person interested in it as is but I may want to wait until it's really finished aesthetically rides like it did before the theft. It's been a great truck to me but I bought a '99 when my truck was lost and now I'm starting a new build.

 

[DenverAirport]

i have the club 1000. bit more money, also available on amazon. But i think either would work. I think most thieves would go for a car without the extra hassle of a "club" or something like that. they want quick and easy.
another option is a fuel pump cut off switch. its on this forum. they will get about 500 feet before they run out of gas. had that on my first 4runner with a club.

I'm using one of these now (in addition to a kill switch and alarm system) on my new truck:

Amazon.com: Tevlaphee Universal Steering Wheel Brake Lock Anti-Theft Retractable Double Hook Car Clutch Pedal Lock for Car Truck SUV Van Security with 3 Keys : Automotive

 

[HiluxSurf SSR-G]

That device has weak point - the attachment to the steering wheel because the steering wheel can be easily sawed. i would consider the one shown in post #40.

I'm using one of these now (in addition to a kill switch and alarm system) on my new truck:

Amazon.com: Tevlaphee Universal Steering Wheel Brake Lock Anti-Theft Retractable Double Hook Car Clutch Pedal Lock for Car Truck SUV Van Security with 3 Keys : Automotive

 

[DenverAirport]

Update: I just finished body work and she's looking great. Getting ready to sell, let me know if you have interest -- a few folks have reached out via Insta a while back but wanted to post it here as well. I'll be posting in the Buy / Sell forum when I get paperwork finalized.

 

[TW44LR]

Update: I just finished body work and she's looking great. Getting ready to sell, let me know if you have interest -- a few folks have reached out via Insta a while back but wanted to post it here as well. I'll be posting in the Buy / Sell forum when I get paperwork finalized.

Maybe I missed but how come you’re selling?


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[Devbot]

That device has weak point - the attachment to the steering wheel because the steering wheel can be easily sawed. i would consider the one shown in post #40.

Please provide an example of this happening, because I'm very confident in saying the chances of that occurring are between slim and none. That's kinda like saying don't bother locking your door because someone can open it with a plasma cutter

 

[DenverAirport]

Maybe I missed but how come you’re selling?


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I bought a second 4runner while this one was stolen. '99 with a rear locker and manual transfer case. The 99 isn't built out and needs work but I'm considering building a new one and selling my old one. I might list them both in all honesty -- I just don't have room for two vehicles. I just need to end up with only one these two 4runners before I move this Spring.

 

[TW44LR]

I bought a second 4runner while this one was stolen. '99 with a rear locker and manual transfer case. The 99 isn't built out and needs work but I'm considering building a new one and selling my old one. I might list them both in all honesty -- I just don't have room for two vehicles. I just need to end up with only one these two 4runners before I move this Spring.

Gotcha, best of luck brother! The ‘99 seems like a bit of a unicorn these days so that’s good to sell and great to keep as well


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[HiluxSurf SSR-G]

no example. but i've seen a steering wheel that has been damaged after a collision and found it easy to cut it with a hack saw.

i presume a car thief would surveil the prospect car first then go back to steal it

Please provide an example of this happening, because I'm very confident in saying the chances of that occurring are between slim and none. That's kinda like saying don't bother locking your door because someone can open it with a plasma cutter

 

[FloppyD]

It's great that you managed to get it back, but can you do anything to improve the security of your apartment building's garage? It can happen again, and you need to make sure that your car is actually safe. I have my own garage, and I installed a security system from ajax a while ago, so I think you can do something like that as well. Maybe you'll have to talk with the property management company beforehand, but I think it'll be worth it. I'd do anything for it not to happen again.