Originally Posted by jrb03

Yup, but you forget about the cost to repair the locks/door handles when they pop them in, $875 last time. Just like if they chose to break a window instead, your insurance would cover that, and it would be much cheaper.

You could do all different things with your insurance policy, like choose a higher deductible to offest premiums. I have a $50 deductible on my vehicles. I have some coverage on property also, but not sure the amount, I would need to look at that.

My statement about premiums going up was a quote from MY insurance agent. You have to realize I was setting up a policy on a new truck, and had just had my previous truck's locks repaired before trade in, they had been damaged since the holidays. The topic only came up because he setup the repair for me the week before. He told me to not be surprised when my rates get adjusted some in the near future, and referenced my prior lock issue as a reason. I have no idea why he would make this up, and I believe him since I know breakins are a big issue on these trucks in this area. He also mentioned that the insurance industry has been on Ford about this issue, and Ford has ignored, which brings us back the point of this thread, Ford has **** poor lock design.

Originally Posted by ibcop

Yes, it sounds as YOUR rates are going up because of your latest claim. I can tell you without a doubt, USAA does not raise rates based on break-ins or theft of a particular vehicle. USAA is the best carrier out there, but in order to be a member, you must meet certain requirements. Maybe you can join - and save some cash.

Originally Posted by jrb03

USAA is not the best, sorry. Their headquarters are right down the street from us, and they employ thousands of people here, but we switched several years back. My rates are not going up because of this one claim, it was only our second claim in over 5 years with State Farm. Honestly, I dont need to save cash, so no more insurance carrier recommendations please...LOL.

Boy am I sorry for ever bringing up the insurance issue. It was only meant to be an example of how big the problem really is with the locks on Ford trucks. Didnt mean to scare people about their rates going up. Unless you own a Ford truck in the south texas region, and have SF insurance, you probably dont have anything to worry about, but who knows and I really dont care. But still, be aware of the issue and dont leave anything valuable in your truck.

Originally Posted by satexasf150

You know I just had my truck broken into last night and this was the 6th time, 5 for my 250 which I dumped and once for my 150. I read here about plugs flying out brakes locking up Trans going to he** and I makes wonder why I ever by ford products. Now don't get me wrong I’ve owned 8 ford vehicles and sold plenty.. But FORD come on, do you take ownership of anything you sell other than the money we pay for these vehicles. When I talked with the fuzz on this they told me in my town the 150 and 250 are the tops on the list for brake in list. I wont mention the tool used or how but you all know the common one. But what I'm doing is welding the hole shut on the back and fiber glassing the hole on the cylinder. Also I already have a car alarm installed for activation of any small vibration. I got one of those snot slinging mind bending loud alarms to go off. But I just wonder some times what the heck these ford design people are thinking when they build some of these flaws into a truck. Oh I forgot the one where the cruise control switch just catches fire. Now don’t get me wrong lets all join in a and sing the "Ford" song, I still semi-like ford but it just irks the snot out of me when I see a big company take no responsibility for major design flaws like these. Ok that's enough, thank you very much...

Originally Posted by ibcop

Yes, it sounds as YOUR rates are going up because of your latest claim. I can tell you without a doubt, USAA does not raise rates based on break-ins or theft of a particular vehicle. USAA is the best carrier out there, but in order to be a member, you must meet certain requirements. Maybe you can join - and save some cash.

Originally Posted by novsun88

are those 2 way's pretty good? And how is the range cuz i do live in apt. complex? Would they work pretty good.. Also what about when I'm in at work?

Originally Posted by Grafix Ink.

i have only used compustar systems... i have found them to be great.
range is awesome imo but all depends on obstacles and your battery life... keep the battery fresh and your good...

i live in a condo and was able to check the status on my car from where i live to the parking garage below.

Originally Posted by novsun88

Hmm... Id like to pick your brain about the system your talking about.. how does it intergrate with the Factory Alarm system, and what model do you have? Costs associated? Wiring is easy enough.