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02-26-2017, 07:34 PM
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Location: Port Angeles Wa And Jackson Hole Wy.
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I own a towing Company, and trust me it makes no difference what you do.
If they want your Van they will take it. There is nothing you can do to stop them.
I find this so sad and I wish it wasn't true.
Im not saying you shouldn't use what ever preventive measures you choose. Im just saying.
Im sure I'm stating the obvious.
I hope this never Happens to anyone again.
Ron
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02-26-2017, 07:52 PM
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Location: Oregon Ciry Oregon
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Glad to hear they found your rig and that it was intact.
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Read detailed trip reports, see photos and videos on my travel blog, luinil.com.
Current van: 2002 Ford E350 extended body camper with Colorado Camper Van pop top and Agile Offroad 4WD conversion.
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02-26-2017, 08:02 PM
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Location: Pacific NW
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bettyford
I own a towing Company, and trust me it makes no difference what you do.
If they want your Van they will take it. There is nothing you can do to stop them.
I find this so sad and I wish it wasn't true.
Im not saying you shouldn't use what ever preventive measures you choose. Im just saying.
Im sure I'm stating the obvious.
I hope this never Happens to anyone again.
Ron
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Ron, according to Ravelco, nobody has ever successfully stolen a vehicle with a properly installed and correctly used Ravelco. What are your thoughts about that?
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OMG, the Silver Streak is Sold!
2006 SMB EB45ish.
5.4L, QuadVan 4x4
Ready to Rumble!
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02-26-2017, 08:03 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Reno, NV
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Quote:
Originally Posted by gcvt
Take a road trip down this way. You can check out all our awesome roads, bridges, and dams along the way!
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Now that's funny!!! Sad and true, but funny.
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02-26-2017, 08:09 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Port Angeles Wa And Jackson Hole Wy.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Glider
Ron, according to Ravelco, nobody has ever successfully stolen a vehicle with a properly installed and correctly used Ravelco. What are your thoughts about that?
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I think thats amazing.
Ron
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02-26-2017, 08:18 PM
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Location: San Francisco/Nevada City
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Well, that's the catch with the Ravelco. They may not be able to start your van, but that doesn't mean they can't steal it.
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02-26-2017, 08:29 PM
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Location: Longwood, FL
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Yup. They can always just tow it away. That's why I added the GPS tracking device ( SPOT Trace Product) on top of the Ravelco.
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Old van: 1997 E250 EB30 (Stolen)
New van: 2003 E250 EB10
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02-26-2017, 08:32 PM
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Location: Pacific NW
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rallypanam
Well, that's the catch with the Ravelco. They may not be able to start your van, but that doesn't mean they can't steal it.
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I think that is the catch. A determined thief could always load the van up on a flatbed tow truck. Nothing stealth about an operation like that--especially with a five ton, 20' long van--but with enough time and the right equipment, it could be done. I think the sheer size and mass of our rigs is the primary line of defense against such a heist. Way easier to snag four Miatas than one SMB.
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OMG, the Silver Streak is Sold!
2006 SMB EB45ish.
5.4L, QuadVan 4x4
Ready to Rumble!
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02-26-2017, 09:26 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Port Angeles Wa And Jackson Hole Wy.
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Example,
My guys loaded my van with one of my wheel lift tow trucks from the rear and moved it, just to mess with me. Yes Mine is extended.
It took less than 3 min.
No keys doors locked in 2wd.
You don't need a flatbed that takes longer.
Heres something to think about as well, No one has ever approached me when I am impounding a car. except maybe the owner.
Here are a few ways to make it tougher.
Turn your wheels all the way to one side.
Back in.
Put it in 4wd.
None of these things will stop it but it will slow them down.
Most thieves are cowards and will move on to something else if you make it difficult.
Ron
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02-26-2017, 09:39 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: Longwood, FL
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^ Tension your winch line around a street lamp?
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Old van: 1997 E250 EB30 (Stolen)
New van: 2003 E250 EB10
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