But most people don't know that, or won't take a chance.
I have a Boxer. He sounds real tough when someone knocks on the door, and goes nuts when they ring the doorbell. But let someone in, and it's, "Give me a biscuit, and I'll show you the safe."
That said, those who don't know him are very intimidated on the other side of the door. Power perceived is power achieved.
Had it not been for my aversion to sticking ANYTHING on my Corvette, I always kinda wanted that bumper sticker "The keys to my car are on the front seat, next to my Rottweiler"
My Rotties always were partial to riding in the car. Last one I had could get into the back seat of the LeBaron convertible without opening the door or touching the side. One leap and he was there. Leave him out in the parking lot sitting in it with the top down. He'd smile at folks and they wouldn't come near or even park by my car.
He was a lover, not a fighter, but at 110 lbs nobody knew for sure.
Or wants to.
We used to own three Mastiffs. The male topped 217 pounds.
They were as gentle as kittens, but were given a wide berth when we walked them.
Well, they're neat looking and all, but take all of about 30 seconds to defeat.
If someone knows what they are doing, and really wants your car, they will have it. It might make more sense to leave the doors unlocked and the keys in the ignition. That way, the kids joyriding won't bust a window and your steering column to go for a ride, and they might even think enough of you to not torch the car when they are done...
An engine disabler is what you need. Alarms just disturb others.
And come up with a Cheap-Ass alarm. I d You need an engine disabler. Alarms just disturb others. _______________________________________________
You could install an engine enabler. Insert a normally open pushbutton switch in the line from the ignition switch to the starter solenoid. Mount the new switch in some inconspicuous place such as under the dash.
You will have to press the pushbutton while turning the key to the start position to start the car. Unless a car thief knows about the pushbutton, he can't start the car by breaking the key lock. He can't even start the car if you leave the keys in the ignition.
Good luck.
Rodan.
They didn't try to steal the car, they took my XM receiver.
I want something that makes noise, but doesn't trigger falsely.
So I can run out with my baseball bat...
Plus, it will take care of any mice that get inside.
But don't make the mistake of bringing a baseball bat to a gunfight.
Oh, yeah! I know that!
If these guys have guns, they're even dumber than I thought...
Considering the low incidence of Mensa members, National Merit Scholars, and successful, moderately bright folks who earn enough money to buy what they desire rather than steal it from parked cars, I would hold that thought if I were you!
If they have guns for petty larceny, they're toast. We have tough gun laws here, and they'll go up a long time.
Hope the few hundred dollars they boost is worth the time. They've already busted into the next door neighbor of a State Cop...he only parks his cruiser outside his house 3-4 times a week...
Hmmm....what were you saying about a dearth of Mensa members...? ;)
Install a "trip" wire and run it up to your bedroom and tie the other end to your big toe. Keep the Glock handy, it will be a lot more effective than a crappy ol' bat...
JT
Newfies note: this is NOT a cure for squeaks.
Hey! I like how this guy thinks!
Where's Scott?
Isn't putting an alarm on a Mazda more like bringing a bazooka to a shoving match? :-)
Sorry, couldn't resist the temptation.
All I've read so far are questions about how the car owner would switch an unidentified alarm system off and on. Since you are not buying an off-the-shelf alarm what kind of alarm system are you proposing. And more importantly how will the alarm be triggered by a potential intruder.
I fondly remember back in the 1960's when my roomate bought a Honda 90 and was worried that someone might steal it. He actually did that for a couple of nights though there was no Glock available. (Provided service revolvers were locked away to prevent mischief). Quite a feat considering that we lived on the third floor of a high rise...
JT
(Yep, the ol' Army days in DC)
Like I said in another post, I don't think they're after cars, they're after wallets, electronics, etc. They've been into almost 100 cars in the last three months.
I want to hear it so I can have them meet my Louisville Slugger...
It ain't the car I'm worried about...it was $150 (but it is a NICE car!)
I'm more worried about the JVC MP3 player and my *new* XM Receiver!
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