Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #25 – January 13, 2021, 01:33:29 pm Sorry for this PITA hassle; thefts of catalytic converters are increasing everywhere. I doubt that any place is "safe" from this. Why Thieves Are Coveting Your Catalytic Converter, Particularly Now 2 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #26 – January 13, 2021, 01:49:07 pm Just heard from the repair shop. The catalytic converter is on National back order from Ford. Like the original poster here, the cut was clean on both ends so there will not be a problem with installing a new cat. Thinking about putting a pipe in for a short term solution so I can drive it. Not sure if that will work with the OBD II setup. And no I would not want to do that long term as the RV will run better with the sensors and OBD II metering the fuel. We are looking at a move to Tucson this spring after COVID shot(s). 1 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #27 – January 13, 2021, 02:03:15 pm Oh no, sorry to hear about that John! 1 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #28 – January 13, 2021, 02:10:29 pm Thanks Greg. I just got the estimate from the shop. They quote the Ford cat is going to cost $1900.00. 1 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #29 – January 13, 2021, 02:16:45 pm John,How about posting this on the NELD website? Good to let our folks know about it.Sorry about your problem.Tucson???
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #30 – January 13, 2021, 02:36:45 pm Quote from: H. T. P. - January 13, 2021, 02:16:45 pmJohn,How about posting this on the NELD website? Good to let our folks know about it.Sorry about your problem.What!NELD memebers are not on the forum? Get them onboard.Larry 2 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #31 – January 13, 2021, 04:40:24 pm I’ve been weighing the advantages and disadvantages (cost, mostly) of building a RV garage. Stolen cats will go on the advantage side! 1 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #32 – January 13, 2021, 06:15:34 pm HT, we want to leave the “Inside the Beltway” DC area. We want a house with a pool in a part of the country where use of said pool can occur more than 3 month out of the year. We have Gina’s family and my college friend in Tucson. I think there are some people on this forum that might, maybe, camp with us, at least once until they get to know us. We will rent for a summer to see if we can handle the heat. Locations on the east coast are also possible and even the MidAtlantic if we don’t like taking care of a pool. But the Washington DC - metropolitan area cost to much and is to crowded. But yes, Tucson is a starting place for this next adventure. 3 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #33 – January 13, 2021, 07:11:43 pm John, how exciting! If it gets too hot in Tucson just come on over to Morro Bay! 2 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #34 – January 13, 2021, 07:43:06 pm John, When you want to come to Tucson, please contact me. I own a real estate and property management company and will be happy to give you some advice. The rental market is red hot here as is the sales market. Many people move here and rent until they decide where they want to buy. 2 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #35 – January 14, 2021, 01:44:51 pm Well there is good news. Though I could not find a 50 state certified cat, the shop I am working with has. The insurance adjuster (from Progressive) knows of the company that makes the cat and said it is a good one and on the approved list of replacement equipment. So things are moving along well. The insurance adjuster also knows of the shop at Holly Acres, the place I store the RV, and said they are a good shop. That was my general impression but it is nice to hear that from an independent source. Thanks for all the "Good Vibes" from the LDO community.Rich, you have a P.M.John 2 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #36 – January 14, 2021, 01:54:31 pm Just received this alert from our local Police Department.OPD Warns of Sharp Increase of Catalytic Converter TheftsCharles
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #37 – January 21, 2021, 01:58:48 pm Another update. Progressive insurance came through! The insurance company talked to the shop foreman at Holly Acres. The work has been completed and the RV is back in its spot. They did a check of the storage doors and a close look under the RV while it was on the lift. There was no other damage (that is consistent with others that have been robed). The RV is not throwing any codes that cause a Check Engine Light. Progressive is paying the shop directly. So as much as possible the two companies have made this some what painless for me. I am sure that once the camera systems are installed at the storage place the rental rates will have to go up.The foreman said two of the thirteen RV that were hit were covered by Progressive. Both of us have been repaired. The other RV are having issues with insurance. We kept our insurance active year around. The agreement for storage said the lot was not responsible for damage and suggested keeping some sort of insurance active on items stored there. If you are storing an RV on a lot you might want to check your insurance coverage as this type of crime is becoming more common. 5 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #38 – February 25, 2021, 07:31:10 pm I received my Cat Strap & Cat Eye system to help eliminate a Cat-tas-trophy with my catalytic converter. Easy installation, however, I’ll have my mechanic install it tomorrow if he has time. The DW and I are heading to Zion on Monday and I really would like to have it installed before we head out. Seems like a good idea. With the camping season opening up, I prefer not to throw caution to the wind. My mechanic told me one of his clients had 40 cats stolen from his truck yard in one night. Ouch! Kent 2 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #39 – February 26, 2021, 12:22:21 am I also just received the Cat Strap and plan on installing it after I get home (in Santa Rosa visiting grandkids now). I’ll try and document the process for those interested in installing one. Didn’t get the Cat Eye product.Have fun at Zion, Kent.
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #40 – February 26, 2021, 09:08:50 am Only Comprehensive insurance covers the Catalytic Converter. Mine is $250 deductible also California if your rig is older, like mine, the CA. Emissions Referee must be involved the e450 2000 LD that converter is no longer made. Do not be complacent about checking your insurance. There is currently a shortage of converters due to so many thefts. After a month of angst I will get Circus Wagon back next week. 1 Likes
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #41 – February 26, 2021, 09:49:38 am I am worried about catalyst theft during the storage time when there is no one around. Typically the storage yard operators claim they are not responsible for any theft. I wonder the Cat Eye or Cat Stripe would work in this situation. Thieves can have plenty time to do their work even with the alarm siren in the background. During travel or camping seasons, the owner typically sleep in the LD and motion sensor may help but small animals could be disruptions to sleep, something people in our age could be concerned about.
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #42 – February 26, 2021, 12:23:13 pm Having the catalytic converter stolen while out on the road would be a real drag. The LD V10 would make a huge racket and I’d hate driving 1000 miles with that noise echoing around me. The odds of a campground cat theft may be minimal, however, theft while in a market parking lot may increase the odds. I’ve heard horror stories of several cat thefts occurring simultaneously in large venue lots. The Cats Eye alarm doesn’t need to be activated at night. It can be armed when away from the rig and only sounds for a short time then resets. So sleep does not need to be disrupted. The Cat Strap itself is independently alarmed and does not trigger until an actual attempt is made to remove it. Cheap insurance/deterrent to send the thief on their way empty handed. There are plenty of other cats out there to wrangle.Kent
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #44 – February 26, 2021, 01:12:33 pm I would be tempted to make something myself.
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #45 – February 26, 2021, 01:42:55 pm Yes, theft of catalytic converters is increasing everywhere.Catalytic Converter Thefts Rise As Prices Of Precious Metals Inside Hit...
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #46 – February 26, 2021, 01:42:57 pm Quote from: StevenJill - February 26, 2021, 01:12:33 pmI would be tempted to make something myself. For $100, it would be hard to duplicate the Cat Strap or to come up with a better alternative.My worry is someone cutting the exhaust past the strap and ending up with an even bigger mess to sort out, on the V10s, all of the exhaust systems pipes are well exposed. The entire, exposed exhaust cannot be fully protected, the idea is to make it difficult enough that the thief moves on to an easier target.Larry
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #47 – February 26, 2021, 01:47:37 pm This product isn't available for e450's, but it might give some ideas for people who want to fabricate something.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fbce8m2KykU&ab_channel=EricTheCarGuyCatalytic Converter Protection - GetCatSecurityThere is a place on their website to request they design something for your vehicle:Cat Security™ Sign Up FormRich
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #48 – February 26, 2021, 01:59:58 pm Quote from: Larry W - February 26, 2021, 01:42:57 pmFor $100, it would be hard to duplicate the Cat Strap or to come up with a better alternative.LarryWhen I looked at the catstrap site a few minutes ago it looked like $350 to $650. What model do we need?
Re: Stolen Catalytic Converter Reply #49 – February 26, 2021, 02:03:19 pm Quote from: rich - February 26, 2021, 01:47:37 pmThis product isn't available for e450's, but it might give some ideas for people who want to fabricate something.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fbce8m2KykU&ab_channel=EricTheCarGuyCatalytic Converter Protection - GetCatSecurityThere is a place on their website to request they design something for your vehicle:Cat Security™ Sign Up FormQuoteBuilding a box around the V10's cat doesn't keep the inlet and outlet pipes from being cut. The box cannot be bolted to the frame because the exhaust needs to float and a box will accumulate much more heat in the cat which could either damage the cat or heat things up enough to start a fire. In other vehicles, a shield appears to be effective in covering access to the cat but the V10's cat is out in the open,There is no perfect solution to the thief problem.Larry
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