Cat protection on the cheap

This might just work.
Tundra Catalytic Converter Theft Deterrent $80 On Any Vehicle OnlyTakes 15 min. - YouTube

 

That will add about 30 seconds to the 3 minute process. Better than nothing but not by much.

 

In the video I noticed they used wire ties in some spots. Not quite what I would consider a real deterrent. That perforated is real easy to cut. It cuts like butter or a person could just hook a chain to it and pull, causing even more damage.

 

That stuff is hard to cut with tin snips that I doubt these scum bags carry around. This game they are playing is about smash and grab. If they looked under a vehicle like that, what do you think they would say? The mounting could be more thought out for sure. But the material and idea is not bad.

 

I don't recall anyone posting where their cat was cut off with tin snips. They usually use a sawzall or maybe a cordless grinder but no tin snips that I can recall. I have worked with expanded steel like that. It's pretty easy to cut.

 

It’s definitely an option worth considering if you are on a tight budget. Personally I would not want it on my rig, cause I think it looks trashy. But if it’s gonna save your cats from a thief, suddenly it’s looking pretty good.

 

I am going to rig my truck so it just explodes if the cats are tampered with. My insurance deductible is pretty cheap.

No. No, I probably won't do this.

 

Wow that would suck.

The socket for the pentagon security bolts that Valhalla sells can be found on Amazon.
I bought a spare socket...

 

When my daughter's cats were stolen, there was no saws all used, only a socket, they merely unbolt the units, no cutting, that makes too much noise.

OP - hope that idea works as some kind of deterrent, maybe they'll move onto the next 'normal' one. If going that route, I'd be tempted to use a hog panel.

 

Criminals aren't known for their intellect. Glad you were able to react. It might have saved your life, and theirs.

 

I do like how you leave the option open.

 

That isn’t going to stop thrives at all . They will rip that off and be gone real quick. Got to think of something else Better

 

Just posted in the sell section if anyone needs some