If the thieves will cut through exhaust pipe to take the converter, what's to prevent them from also cutting through these steel cables?
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It's thick steel cable that normal bolt cutters wouldn't get through. Also, keep in mind that these thieves go for your catalytic converter because with a Sawzall, they can get through the exhaust pipe in 10-20 seconds and be on their way. If they see any kind of impediment, they're just going to find an easier target.
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Hello, thanks for your question. Exhaust pipes are made of a thin steel that is not very dense. The Catlock cables are dense, wound and 1/4" thick. Plus when you attempt to cut them they move, making the cut harder. We've been selling Catlocks since 2009 and in no instance has a cable been cut.
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The cables are made out of a "twisted metal" that as it was explained to me...will cause most saws used for these jobs to simply slip off the cables. I've had my convertor stolen 3 times..on three different trucks. After each theft I got attachments similar to this one with these types of cables and it never happened again. At the very minimum its a huge deterant. Someone roll under neither your car and see this..the either are preparing to stay a while and risk getting catch or just move on to one that has no protection at all. But along with the break away nuts that can be removed..this device will give your convertor a fighting chance of staying put on your car! Good luck The cables are made out of a "twisted metal" that as it was explained to me...will cause most saws used for these jobs to simply slip off the cables. I've had my convertor stolen 3 times..on three different trucks. After each theft I got attachments similar to this one with these types of cables and it never happened again. At the very minimum its a huge deterant. Someone roll under neither your car and see this..the either are preparing to stay a while and risk getting catch or just move on to one that has no protection at all. But along with the break away nuts that can be... » Read More The cables are made out of a "twisted metal" that as it was explained to me...will cause most saws used for these jobs to simply slip off the cables. I've had my convertor stolen 3 times..on three different trucks. After each theft I got attachments similar to this one with these types of cables and it never happened again. At the very minimum its a huge deterant. Someone roll under neither your car and see this..the either are preparing to stay a while and risk getting catch or just move on to one that has no protection at all. But along with the break away nuts that can be removed..this device will give your convertor a fighting chance of staying put on your car! Good luck « Show Less
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They might,,line is like that of a weed Wacker. I was impressed by how well it worked. Best to detach the cable.
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I sold my cable when I moved cross country. The male prongs are molded (if I recall) so no risk of water entering the extension cable. Cut an old 5 quart Motor Oil (plastic) canister and use it as rain shield? Other choice is to find 4 inch diameter PVC pipe from hardware store. Maybe 1 foot long pipe would be enough to keep the connectors protected from the elements inside the pipe.
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You could put a lock on them. The are looped parachord material. Although, a knife would cut right through.
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A burglar with a pry bar could open it with a little work. I stuck on some "DANGER HI VOLTAGE" stickers and dressed it up to look like it might be a service panel. Most normal people would think twice about sticking a pry bar in to a service panel.
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They do leave a clean cut. You may have to buy a PVC wheel, depending on the thickness of the pipe.
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You can use a heavy curtain to block the open portion of the window and snake the exhaust behind it.
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Might have to get creative with the cables....took a bit to get it installed on our Honda Element...I will say this - thieves hit the same parking garage our converter was originally stolen from...our car was the ONLY one that escaped a second theft!
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I consider the lock as a casual theft deterrent. Most cables can be easily cut with cable cutters.
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Stacey, good question! It really depends on your situation and the distance between the pipe. In the past, I wrapped the cable around the pipe as shown in the packaging. This year, I ran the cable upon the length of the pipe and used zip ties to hold it against the pipe, which has allowed me to cover more territory than wrapping. I would caution you that I live in Phoenix, so I'm only protecting pipes from 25-32 degrees, which is easier than when I lived in Chicago. Good luck.
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Good quality bolt cutters operated by a strong person can get through this. This cable should not be the primary means of security for your bike. You should have a thick U lock for that and put it through the triangle on the rear wheel. This cable is just for the front tire and helmet.
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I think it would be difficult to steal. There is not enough slack in the cables once tightened correctly to remove it easily. I would think someone would need to cut the cables. I have had mine on for a year with no issues. I feel that it is very secure if installed properly. Due to the weight and bulk of the rack it would be difficult to store in the car.
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This water proof cable could easily be cut by a shovel as it is quite thin. The PVC will add another layer of protection and warning should some be digging unaware. I laid the full 100 feet along a fence line and put it inside a continuos piece of flexible PVC conduit. The environment is pretty wet (Seattle).
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1/16th + - it's braided steel cable - I think regular side cutters would cut it if they tried for a while, but the point is that the alarm would go off. I always place it so that it can easily be seen and it has a blinking red diode - a potential thief would go for one without the hassle . . . at least that's my presumption
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Unless you have an AC unit, I do not see how this will prevent someone from gaining access by removing the mesh, and manually removing both pieces from the outside facing window.One will be facing outside, for the intruder to unscrew himself.
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The wire cut be cut. If you need high security I would not use this. Otherwise it's great.
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It has a sturdy handle that you could put a cable or something similar through and lock it to a table or something, but I think you are only going to stop honest people .....