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Catalytic converter theft

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    #32
    jochenstacker
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 390 ✭✭jochenstacker


    Still waters wrote: »
    I've seen a cubic metre container of cats sell for 16 thousand euro cash, so well worth their while and the risk

    I had this open in another tab and had forgotten what thread this was. Had to think about that for a while... :D


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    #33
    Pkiernan
    Registered Users Posts: 4,315 ✭✭✭Pkiernan


    Atlantic Dawn wrote: »
    That's a lot of effort and risk for little reward, they must be desperados.

    No risk when there's no punishment


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    #34
    jon1981
    Registered Users Posts: 4,359 ✭✭✭jon1981


    This is now a thing? Anyone know if this a threat for older cars only as the article seems to imply?


    https://www.rte.ie/news/connacht/2019/0612/1054992-catalytic-coverter-thefts/


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    #35
    bazz26
    Registered Users Posts: 51,138 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    It's not new though it's probably only been happening over here recently with the increased popularity in hybrid cars.


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    #36
    pinktoe
    Registered Users Posts: 223 ✭✭pinktoe


    Hybrids are the most expensive to replace and seem to be targeted most so not sure if age matters.


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    #37
    biko
    Registered Users Posts: 81,223 ✭✭✭✭biko


    It has been going on for years, here and UK.
    Probably a mix of local talent and gangs from eastern Europe.

    Here is an article from 2013

    Another from 2013


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    #38
    KaneToad
    Registered Users Posts: 3,162 ✭✭✭KaneToad


    As long as the price for the precious metals within them remains at all time highs, these thefts will continue to happen...


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    #39
    Atlantic Dawn
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    I always hope one gets caught by the wrong owner and has their hand chopped off at the wrist.


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    #40
    pablo128
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    I work for a business which periodically has an amount of catalytic convertors for scrap. The last time we brought them to be weighed in, we were offered a euro each for them. ( Some were literally brand new.) We throw them in with general scrap metal now.

    I have heard of Eastern European gutting the cats here and taking whatever is worth money from the inside. They then fill a suitcase and bring it to Eastern Europe. I assume they get a few quid over there.


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    #41
    tuxy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,983 ✭✭✭✭tuxy


    pablo128 wrote: »
    I work for a business which periodically has an amount of catalytic convertors for scrap. The last time we brought them to be weighed in, we were offered a euro each for them. ( Some were literally brand new.) We throw them in with general scrap metal now.

    I have heard of Eastern European gutting the cats here and taking whatever is worth money from the inside. They then fill a suitcase and bring it to Eastern Europe. I assume they get a few quid over there.

    Are these the same ones that eat our swans?

    Why is platinum worth so much more in Eastern Europe and why do they have to fill a suitcase and not just use a regualr shipping company?


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    #42
    colm_mcm
    Registered Users Posts: 73,384 ✭✭✭✭colm_mcm


    tuxy wrote: »
    Are these the same ones that eat our swans?

    Why is platinum worth so much more in Eastern Europe and why do they have to fill a suitcase and not just use a regualr shipping company?

    It’s more that recyclers purposely aren’t enabling the thieves and aren’t paying market rate.


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    #43
    Seweryn
    Registered Users Posts: 4,487 ✭✭✭Seweryn


    tuxy wrote: »
    Are these the same ones that eat our swans?

    Why is platinum worth so much more in Eastern Europe and why do they have to fill a suitcase and not just use a regualr shipping company?
    You need to define Easter Europe first.


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    #44
    tuxy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,983 ✭✭✭✭tuxy


    Seweryn wrote: »
    You need to define Easter Europe first.

    The part of Europe that's perpetually Easter.


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    #45
    zilog_jones
    Registered Users Posts: 6,641 ✭✭✭zilog_jones


    The Gen 2 Prius (2003-2009) has been a common target for cat theft worldwide due to easy access and the apparent quality of the materials.

    As the article says, newer models (Gen 3 from mid 2009 onwards) do not have an easily removable catalytic converter. It's an issue with a specific model of car, not hybrids in general. SUVs and other vehicles with higher ride heights are common targets too.


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    #46
    glomar
    Registered Users Posts: 176 ✭✭glomar


    happening out my place of work recently 1 guy got hit twice in a month insurance refusing too cover the 2nd replacement . 2008 prius i think . but it was hybrids that are being targeted 8 in one day at one point


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    #47
    Tacitus Kilgore
    Registered Users Posts: 2,128 ✭✭✭Tacitus Kilgore


    Happened a lads late 90s mitsubishi l200 near me last night.. odd I thought but a cat is a cat i guess:confused:


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    #48
    galwaytt
    Registered Users Posts: 12,761 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    Epidemic in Clare/Galway for Gen 2 Priuseseseses

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



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    #49
    Atlantic Dawn
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    You can buy locking kits online, I'd say worth getting if you have a Prius gen 2 especially.


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    #50
    i57dwun4yb1pt8
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    galwaytt wrote: »
    Epidemic in Clare/Galway for Gen 2 Priuseseseses


    lots of culture around there though isn't there ?


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    #51
    homer90
    Registered Users Posts: 2,073 ✭✭✭homer90


    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wj3TZLiier4


    Keep an eye out boss...


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    #52
    Snickers Man
    Registered Users Posts: 5,301 ✭✭✭Snickers Man


    Is there a "league table" of cars that are more likely to be targetted for this sort of thing? The Toyota Prius seems to be one. What about an old VW Passat?

    (I'm only asking for a friend :o)


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    #53
    Eric Cartman
    Registered Users Posts: 26,283 ✭✭✭✭Eric Cartman


    is it cultural appropriation for other nationalities to steal metal for scrap ? will pavee point have a fit about it ?


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    #54
    i57dwun4yb1pt8
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,655 ✭✭✭i57dwun4yb1pt8


    i was praying the jack would fail on the c*nt


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    #55
    Snickers Man
    Registered Users Posts: 5,301 ✭✭✭Snickers Man


    Another question:

    If somebody swipes your catalytic converter from under your car, how would you know? It can't be seen from your vantage point as you enter your car. Would the engine start up as normal? Would it roar as if the exhaust pipe was gone? What are the symptoms?

    It's a far cry from the days when all VW owners had to worry about was Beastie Boys fans stealing the badges from the front grille. (Reference that only people of a certain age may get :) )


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    #56
    mloc123
    Registered Users Posts: 9,454 ✭✭✭mloc123


    Saw a recent video on facebook... white transit, tow rope tied around the cat and dragged out from under the car... as much damage as they do with a reciprocating saw, as least the car is left mostly intact.


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    #57
    mloc123
    Registered Users Posts: 9,454 ✭✭✭mloc123


    how much are they getting per cat? rough figures... are we talking like a tenner or 500e?


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    #58
    pinktoe
    Registered Users Posts: 223 ✭✭pinktoe


    Snickers Man wrote: »
    Another question:

    If somebody swipes your catalytic converter from under your car, how would you know? It can't be seen from your vantage point as you enter your car. Would the engine start up as normal? Would it roar as if the exhaust pipe was gone? What are the symptoms?

    It's a far cry from the days when all VW owners had to worry about was Beastie Boys fans stealing the badges from the front grille. (Reference that only people of a certain age may get :) )

    It would be loud and I'd say the engine mgmt light would be on.


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    #59
    mloc123
    Registered Users Posts: 9,454 ✭✭✭mloc123


    https://video-dub4-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t42.9040-2/69423646_2089372854701571_1037097347714121728_n.mp4?_nc_cat=103&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6InN2ZV9zZCJ9&_nc_oc=AQkJb8Sit79yRkoFj7TEYuBaVkMNKhX4Mhw-afijN6bxBwqBvmXCW6SAqgO78Yi2Qx8gWyBhoMr-GOV1CGar9RHf&_nc_ht=video-dub4-1.xx&oh=d9f66217d269e73859ea2fd3578070c0&oe=5D5D7097


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    #60
    zilog_jones
    Registered Users Posts: 6,641 ✭✭✭zilog_jones


    I've heard reports of two Prius cat thefts in Cork in recent weeks, including one 3rd generation Prius (2009-2015) so I guess they're not as safe as I previously thought. And that's more concerning as I have one...

    I wonder would getting a dashcam be an effective deterrent? It would have to be the type with a useful "parking mode" and battery, etc. I usually reverse in when parking.


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    #61
    ebbsy
    Registered Users Posts: 6,739 ✭✭✭ebbsy


    Yesterday I parked the CRV in there...when I came back I found somebody had tried to slice the converter off .... it's only a welding job thank ****.


    Be careful.


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