I heard on the radio that Ford trucks are in the top 10 of vehicles targeted for theft. I wonder how many stick shifts vs. automatics of the Ford trucks are stolen?

 

I heard/read the same thing. That is probably why FORD started adding the securilock anti-theft key system for the 1999/2000 models to help prevent this.

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2000 F-150 XLT, 4x2, 5.4L Supercab, Black with silver two-tone, 3.55, towing package, sliding rear window, keyless entry, dark graphite interior, in dash CD, bedliner, K&N air filter, cabin filtration system

 

Hey they're #7, but guess who is in the top three? Chevy....well who needs late model parts more than a late model chevy? Ha Ha! They only steal the Fords cuz they look so good.

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"Moonlight Blue" 98 F150 SC XLT 2WD 4.6, 3.55 LS Tow Pkg. SUPERCHIP, K&N Airbox mod. w/ "Cool" intake, Mobil One Oil, Bosch +4's. Lund Fastback, Lighted visor, Runninng Boards, Crome Taillight covers, Smoked Bug and Rain guards, Shelf-it, Carpet dash cover, Red Wings license plate in front, Red Wings license plate frame in back, Little Detroit Viper hanging from mirror, Oh yeah, and one "Blacked-out" grill
LOOK-OUT! Can't jump curbs anymore RB's make it look lowered! http://www.fortunecity.com/silverstone/daytona/843/

 

Hmmm well my insurance only went up $20.00 every 6 months whan I bought my truck.
Replaced a 1992 Nissan which is I'm sure stolen much less.

 

If you all have been here reading long enough, then you know that my truck was almost stolen in the DC area. These low-lifes were using a tow truck to take it. From what I've heard about stealing vehicals, it doesn't matter what kind of security system you have, if the theif uses a tow truck, your ride is gone. And I've also heard (on a news program on TV) that even the LowJack system doesn't help because by the time they find it, "if" it's already past our coast then it's too expensive for them to go after it. Most of these vehicals are not being stolen to go to a chop-shop. They are being sold in foreign countrys where the theif makes a ton of $$$.

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97F150 XLT SC 4x4 Flairside 4.6 V8 5sp Dk Toreador Red, 3.55LS
ARE tonneau cover, p255/70rx16 tires (came w/235), Superchip
Pioneer CD w/4 Polk Speakers & Clarion APA5240amp, skid plates
bed liner, side window deflectors, reese hitch, K&N air filter
40s-2chamber Flowmaster, Bosch +4 spark plugs, rustproofing
Better Built Stainless nerf bars

 

I remember your earlier post Tina and I agree....not much can be done if a tow truck is involved! All we can do is make it as difficult as possible for low-lifes like this.
Are any of the 99 models equiped with the special computer chip ignition keys or was this introduced starting with the 2000's? My 98 did not have this.

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2000 F-150 XLT, 4x2, 5.4L Supercab, Black with silver two-tone, 3.55, class III towing package, sliding rear window, keyless entry, dark graphite interior, in dash CD, bedliner, K&N air filter, cabin filtration system

Born 10/99

 

If my info is correct, there are more Ford trucks on the road than any other vehicle. So the fact that they aren't the #1 vehicle stolen should be a relief.

Since our late model Ford trucks have the antitheft key, is there a way that they can be hotwired, or would a thief have to tow or haul it to steal it?

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Michael Krieger
99f150@pickupman.com
mkrieger@mailcity.com
99 F-150 XLT Supercab, 4x2, Bright Red/Harvest Gold, 4.2L, Automatic, 3.55LS, 255/70R16 Goodyears, Captains Chairs, Keyless Entry, CD Changer, Tow Package

Accessories: SuperChip, Donnelly Compass Mirror, Lariat Wheelwell Moldings and Bumper Cap, Ford Splash Guards, Bug Shield, Bed Mat, WeatherTech Deflectors, Mobil1 Synthetic Oil

Modifications: Painted Tailgate Handle, A/C on/off switch

 

mkrieger, crack the column, turn ignition to start, let it turn over twice, turn the ignition back to run, pop the hood, short the starter relay and presto, it starts with no key. Don't ask me how I know.

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Silver 99 F150 XLT 4x2 Sport Extended Cab with Flare Sides...
Mods: K&N Air Filter, Tinted Side Windows, Reese Class 3, Airbox Mod's, Fiberglass Tonneau Cover, Alpine Deck & Subwoofer Processor, Zapco AG350 Amp, JL 10W0 (times 3) & 1 Farad Cap
Coming soon: Flowmaster 40 Series Catback System (Orderred), Spray-On Bed Liner

 

You all are right, the National ranking is 7th, but out here in AZ it is 2nd. And the shovie is #1.
The reason that it second is because there are sooooo many trucks out here, and its like open hunting season for the low lifes that steal our trucks!!!

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99 F-150,XLT, Silver, 2WD, 4.2L, 5spd, RegCab, Shrt WB, Styleside.
Current Mods:Billet grille, Line-X bedliner, 5%window tint all the way around, Alpine CD w/2 MTX Subs & Rockford Fosgate 250w amp. K&N Airfilter. Glasspac w/dual exhaust exits out the back. Blue Ion Headlights.
Future Mods: Superchip, driving lights, & a custom paint job
http://www.angelfire.com/az2/fordman99



[This message has been edited by Fordman99 (edited 10-25-1999).]

 

The only reason they steal the Fords is so the can haul all those chevy parts around to sell after the chop them up.

 

Here are a couple of anti theft ideas. I've done this on my '93: install a hidden switch wired into the fuel pump circuit (the circuit for the inertia switch is good). By the time the low life has broken the steering column and hot wired the engine and it still won't start, he'll give up. Another variation I've heard of but don't know if it works: supposedly there is a circuit that caused the shifter (automatics) to unlock when you step on the brake to shift out of Park. With a hidden switch on this circuit, the truck won't shift out of Park. Of course, none of this will stop the tow truck thieves. When you park, turn your wheels all the way to one side. Makes it much harder to tow with the truck "doglegging" all over the place.

 

Tenderpaw: turning the wheels does nothing; locking the steering with a club does nothing when the low life is using a tow truck to connect to the FRONT of your truck. They lift the front end off the pavement. On mine, they were making good use of "MY" well placed tow hooks!!

 

If you see a tow truck pulling a new Ford truck, write down both license plate #'s and call the cops! What are the odds that a new Ford would need to be towed? If a 3-year old or newer truck looks healthy, it probably is. By giving the cops a FYI call, the next truck saved will probably be yours. You'll also keep insurance cost down on our trucks.

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1998 F-150 SC 4X4, 5.4, ORP, Red clearcoat, K&N, Chrome push guard, roll bar & tube side steps, Smoke bug guard and tail light covers, Black bed mat & Ford mud flaps.
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