Re: Attempted Theft of Scorpio (2nd one ALMOST stolen) Quote:
Originally Posted by Control2freak also, have you found/ encountered any issues? have you tried "stress testing", i mean creating a test scenario of a theft to check if the device performs well? The device itself should be hidden nicely, else the purpose is defeated. |
No stress testing done. It worked fine in the entire Ladakh trip. Bangalore - Leh - Bangalore. Only glitch is when it is out of mobile network. The operator says we will still get the co-ordinates, but not checked it. It uses airtel 4g sim. Quote:
Originally Posted by anjan_c2007 Apart from the theft deterrent devices, please also buy one manual steering lock.... |
Yep, i do have this in my other car. will be using it in my Scorpio now as the other has a safe parking. Quote:
Originally Posted by harsh79 I would recommend a clutch lever lock for high risk parking areas.... |
Thanks...
I had not seen this before. I was contemplating on buying wheel lock, like this used by traffic police to lock cars in no parking area.
So to summarize, following options to protect your car: - Central locking - prevents opening of door
- Steering lock from manufacturer - prevents turning of steering wheel
- Gear lock - Gears cannot be engaged
- Steering wheel to clutch/brake pedal - prevents turning of steering wheel
- Clutch lock - prevents pressing of clutch
- Wheel lock - prevents rotation of wheel
- Immobilizer - prevents unauthorized engine starting
I guess these should atleast deter the thief if not prevent the theft. |