STOLEN !!

13-07-2007, 10:43

Couldn't believe my eyes this morning! I got in the car and indicated to pull out. The indicator relay was clicking away rather fast like when your bulb has gone. I got out the car to see whether it was the front or back left. I just coudn't believe my eyes! Someone had nicked my bumper indicator unit and just left me with the wires hanging!!

It's great that Nissan made it easy to change but they also made it easy to steal with its very accesable screws . Can anyone think of an easy mod to do to make them thief proof.

Finally; has anyone got one or a pair for sale?

Terranosaurus · 13-07-2007, 11:12

Easy mod but won't make it impossible to steal - rplace screws with tamperproof torx or hex.

Deleted Member S · 13-07-2007, 11:55

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Originally Posted by hummingbird

Easy mod but won't make it impossible to steal - rplace screws with tamperproof torx or hex.

That is the only thing I can think of aswell

13-07-2007, 12:34

it was big jim he needed an indicator set lol ! surely there cant be to many terranos in your area ?

rustic · 13-07-2007, 17:03

[quote="Calimero"]

It's great that Nissan made it easy to change but they also made it easy to steal with its very accesable screws . Can anyone think of an easy mod to do to make them thief proof.
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You could engrave your vehicle reg on them, but you would have to highlight it so it is clear BUT it could look a mess.
Tamper proof screws are ok BUT most people can get hold of the tools so you could try different ones on opposite corners, or even 4 different ones..
Make it look as though yours are cracked, and nobody would want them..

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A sneaky way...mark them with a UV pen then go round a car park with a UV light... But mark them on the inside as well, or the Police would think you just marked them. Just a few thoughts... Regards, Rustic

Toolbox · 13-07-2007, 23:12

You have a job to stop things getting nicked these days; locks etc only stop honest people. A few years back I had a chap who lived down the road from the garage where I worked at the time come in saying he couldn’t start his escort van, it had been parked on the street all night. Went down the street to have a look, lifted the bonnet and found the starter motor had been nicked.

13-07-2007, 10:43	#1
Calimero Guest Posts: n/a	STOLEN !! Couldn't believe my eyes this morning! I got in the car and indicated to pull out. The indicator relay was clicking away rather fast like when your bulb has gone. I got out the car to see whether it was the front or back left. I just coudn't believe my eyes! Someone had nicked my bumper indicator unit and just left me with the wires hanging!! It's great that Nissan made it easy to change but they also made it easy to steal with its very accesable screws . Can anyone think of an easy mod to do to make them thief proof. Finally; has anyone got one or a pair for sale?

13-07-2007, 17:03	#5
rustic Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Staffordshire Vehicle: Maverick Mk I 2.7 TD LWB Posts: 7,825	Re: STOLEN !! [quote="Calimero"] It's great that Nissan made it easy to change but they also made it easy to steal with its very accesable screws . Can anyone think of an easy mod to do to make them thief proof. [quote] You could engrave your vehicle reg on them, but you would have to highlight it so it is clear BUT it could look a mess. Tamper proof screws are ok BUT most people can get hold of the tools so you could try different ones on opposite corners, or even 4 different ones.. Make it look as though yours are cracked, and nobody would want them.. : : A sneaky way...mark them with a UV pen then go round a car park with a UV light... But mark them on the inside as well, or the Police would think you just marked them. Just a few thoughts... Regards, Rustic __________________ Ford Maverick GLX 1995 2.7TD LWB in illusion silver, 98k miles. Owned since new, for 22 years. Best car I have ever owned. Just wish I could drive it more.

13-07-2007, 11:12	#2
Terranosaurus Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: YORKSHIRE Vehicle: 2001 2.7 TDi T2 SWB Posts: 4,077	Easy mod but won't make it impossible to steal - rplace screws with tamperproof torx or hex.

13-07-2007, 12:34	#4
jace Guest Posts: n/a	it was big jim he needed an indicator set lol ! surely there cant be to many terranos in your area ?

13-07-2007, 23:12	#6
Toolbox Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Cornwall Vehicle: Oh yes Posts: 1,968	You have a job to stop things getting nicked these days; locks etc only stop honest people. A few years back I had a chap who lived down the road from the garage where I worked at the time come in saying he couldn’t start his escort van, it had been parked on the street all night. Went down the street to have a look, lifted the bonnet and found the starter motor had been nicked.