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LA-area truck-theft ring targeting Toyota Tacomas

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Tool, Aug 12, 2011.

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  1. Aug 12, 2011 at 2:49 AM
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  2. Aug 12, 2011 at 3:05 AM
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    Unknown He who angers you conquers you

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  3. Aug 12, 2011 at 6:49 AM
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    I guess any Tacoma Trucks 2005 and older are hot commodities. I thought I would share with you guys if you haven't seen this:

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  4. Aug 12, 2011 at 7:08 AM
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    this sucks
     
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  5. Aug 12, 2011 at 7:15 AM
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    man, this blows, thanks for the heads up.
     
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  6. Aug 12, 2011 at 7:42 AM
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  7. Aug 12, 2011 at 8:39 AM
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    damn thieves!!
     
    MJonaGS32, Aug 12, 2011
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  8. Aug 12, 2011 at 8:52 AM
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    Heard about this on the radio, anyone know how they are stealing them, or if theres something that makes them particularly easy to steal? If so maybe there are preventative measures we can take to stop this.
     
    ruler, Aug 12, 2011
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  9. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:02 AM
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    Its 2005 and Older. Not the 2nd Gen. However, be careful of where you park and also leave valuables out of sight. ​
     
    RAD, Aug 12, 2011
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  10. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:04 AM
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    Just another reason to stay out of Cali.
     
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  11. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:21 AM
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  12. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:42 AM
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    "Tacoma model years 2005 and older appear to be targeted. PreRunners are reportedly the most attractive to thieves."

    I wonder why?
     
    colder, Aug 12, 2011
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  13. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:44 AM
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  14. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:49 AM
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    X2
     
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  15. Aug 12, 2011 at 11:53 AM
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    i think pre 2005's didnt have the chipped keys
     
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  16. Aug 12, 2011 at 12:09 PM
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    blackhawke88 wo ai ni bao bei ^_^

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  17. Aug 12, 2011 at 12:14 PM
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    Well at least they are going after good trucks
     
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  18. Aug 12, 2011 at 12:16 PM
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    OffroadToy pull my finger

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    If he's really a "bro 4 life" why did he use a felt pen? :der:
     
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  19. Aug 12, 2011 at 12:29 PM
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    Son of a Bi$*%. Everybody watch your trucks!
     
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  20. Aug 12, 2011 at 12:29 PM
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    My alarm will scare off thieves.
     
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