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Catalytic converters theft prevention

Discussion in 'New Members' started by TacoMadre214, Aug 17, 2022.

  1. Aug 17, 2022 at 10:43 AM
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    Hello Guys, I’m new here and recently bought my Taco and wanted to know what do y’all guys recommend for these f***’n catalytic converters thieves. I live in Dallas there stealin off trucks in broad daylight. I wanna be able to park my Taco without having to worry about it.
     
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    Most common solution I’ve seen are the alloy cat shields with security bolts. Not foolproof but at least a deterrent
     
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    I've seen a few people in the DFW area on Tundras.com get theirs stolen.

    I went with Talons garage for mine. It's based out of Houston and I live in the Austin area, from order to delivery was 26 hrs. Not saying you will get that same timeframe but a local source is pretty nice when it only has to travel a few hours.

    Talon's Garage | Tacoma World
     
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    3 main ones you will find are:
    1. Talons Garage (I have this one)
    2. Cat Shield by MillerCat
    3. Cat Security
    All 3 have various pros and cons when it comes to material differences and options, thickness, slightly different installation methods. As stated above, several threads on these already.

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  10. Aug 17, 2022 at 1:59 PM
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    Welcome to TW scratch your vin number on it front and back it might make them think . It might not be worth taking. Make it unsaleable.
     
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