Almost had my HIDs stolen!
05-03-2005, 01:10 AM
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Almost had my HIDs stolen!
Mods, feel free to move this if I didn't post it in the right section.
Just as the title says, I almost had my HIDs stolen, right in front of my house!
I decided to park my car on the street and not on the driveway (stupid), but I figure what the heck since it's a really safe neighborhood.
I wake up this morning and before I get into my car I see that my bumper looks like it has come apart on the driver's side. "Strange" I say to myself. I check it out and it looks like someone has used a screwdriver to pry my bumper out so they could try and steal the HID lamp. I run quickly to the other side of the car to see if it has the same damage, but luckily it's just one side. Then I go and turn on the car lights to see if they took my lamps, and luckily they weren't able to.
Thanks to Honda for a well-designed headlight assembly! Too bad that I probably have to now pay to get my bumper fixed. It looks like they really messed up the inside trying to pry the thing out. The assembly doesn't seem to be fitting flush, so that will have to be taken care of as well.
I honestly felt like kicking the snot out of the f-ers this morning. I still kinda do. But I'm glad that they didn't take them and I'm actually not that mad anymore. Definitely taught me an important lesson: Park your car in the garage or in your driveway!
Just as the title says, I almost had my HIDs stolen, right in front of my house!
I decided to park my car on the street and not on the driveway (stupid), but I figure what the heck since it's a really safe neighborhood.
I wake up this morning and before I get into my car I see that my bumper looks like it has come apart on the driver's side. "Strange" I say to myself. I check it out and it looks like someone has used a screwdriver to pry my bumper out so they could try and steal the HID lamp. I run quickly to the other side of the car to see if it has the same damage, but luckily it's just one side. Then I go and turn on the car lights to see if they took my lamps, and luckily they weren't able to.
Thanks to Honda for a well-designed headlight assembly! Too bad that I probably have to now pay to get my bumper fixed. It looks like they really messed up the inside trying to pry the thing out. The assembly doesn't seem to be fitting flush, so that will have to be taken care of as well.
I honestly felt like kicking the snot out of the f-ers this morning. I still kinda do. But I'm glad that they didn't take them and I'm actually not that mad anymore. Definitely taught me an important lesson: Park your car in the garage or in your driveway!
05-03-2005, 06:26 AM
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Originally Posted by PixelHarmony
If I ever saw someone trying to steal something or damage my car I think I'd honestly stab them.
05-03-2005, 06:56 AM
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That sucks man, but I'm actually glad to hear that they were unsuccessful in stealing it unlike many Audi owners out there. Hopefully this will deter people (maybe even people on this board trying to figure out where people live) from trying again. I'm glad I have a garage to park my car in.
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05-03-2005, 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Elephantman_nosefacehead
thats just for the lamps I bet the whole light unit is over a grand to replace
05-03-2005, 12:30 PM
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That sucks man. Hope the damage isn't too bad.
If it going to cost a lot to repair you should consider getting an aftermarket bumper....like Mugen or Kensytle.
If it going to cost a lot to repair you should consider getting an aftermarket bumper....like Mugen or Kensytle.
05-03-2005, 12:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Elephantman_nosefacehead
thats just for the lamps I bet the whole light unit is over a grand to replace
05-03-2005, 05:18 PM
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Sorry to hear about your TSX. 
You can never be too careful. Even the driveway is not safe. I garage mine at night. Gotta keep my baby safe 
The cam idea sounds good....... Hope the repairs aren't too exspensive.
You can never be too careful. Even the driveway is not safe. I garage mine at night. Gotta keep my baby safe The cam idea sounds good....... Hope the repairs aren't too exspensive.
05-03-2005, 07:08 PM
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Next time we kick it together at ur place, I'm driving my 92 Subaru Hell, take the car so I can get some cash from the insurance!
I'm sorry to hear that though, take a few pictures when you can bud.
Remember, "Park it like it's hot, and never melt when you're out, always come inside where it's warm...."
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Hell, take the car so I can get some cash from the insurance!I'm sorry to hear that though, take a few pictures when you can bud.
Remember, "Park it like it's hot, and never melt when you're out, always come inside where it's warm...."
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05-03-2005, 07:43 PM
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Thanks for all the awesome replies guys. Nevertheless I'm mad as heck. I kinda like moda_way's suggestion of the breaking fingers. It reminds me of the episode in 24 where Jack did that to get some information out of those guys.
I seriously wanted to go "American History X" on those guys. I have a suspicion it could be my punk neighbor kids who just want to get some free HIDs. I park it way up in my drive way now, with 2 other cars blocking me, right underneath the motion-sensor light.
I kinda like the camera idea, and reminds me of the one JTso had set up on his garage.
The bumper damage isn't too bad, but it's still a pain to have to deal with it, and it could be one of those things that would end up being more expensive than it looks.
I seriously wanted to go "American History X" on those guys. I have a suspicion it could be my punk neighbor kids who just want to get some free HIDs. I park it way up in my drive way now, with 2 other cars blocking me, right underneath the motion-sensor light.
I kinda like the camera idea, and reminds me of the one JTso had set up on his garage.
The bumper damage isn't too bad, but it's still a pain to have to deal with it, and it could be one of those things that would end up being more expensive than it looks.
05-03-2005, 08:34 PM
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Alarm systems
Is there a good thread about alarm systems? My last car had an aftermarket system called MANNIX installed in it. It was insanely sweet with motion, static,microwave detection, door ajar detection, ignition switch monitoring, hood, trunk monitoring. Had a 120db siren and worked the horn and lights also. remote started, unlocked/locked doors, released trunks, two auxilliary outputs, immobilizer-bypass, manual/auto capable, and worked from a mile range to tell me someone was messing with my car. I got the thing on ebay for $120!!!!
I want to get this same one installed on my new TL but do not want to void the warranty. What is the best way to do this?
I want to get this same one installed on my new TL but do not want to void the warranty. What is the best way to do this?
05-04-2005, 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by CobaltForge
I seriously wanted to go "American History X" on those guys. I have a suspicion it could be my punk neighbor kids who just want to get some free HIDs.
that whole jaw on curve scene? That was unreal...sauceman, who gave a Del Sol kid a beating with a golf driver when he caught him trying to steal his rims on the Accord.
05-04-2005, 04:42 PM
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sorry to hear, that really sucks. but you're right, it could've been a lot worse. i hope they catch the little bastards. 
to honda design.
that's crazy, i was just thinking how much it'd hurt being curbed earlier today. 
that's rapidly becoming my favorite solution to everything. i mean, in 24 at any rate. 
to honda design.
Originally Posted by CobaltForge
I seriously wanted to go "American History X" on those guys.
Originally Posted by CobaltForge
I kinda like moda_way's suggestion of the breaking fingers. It reminds me of the episode in 24 where Jack did that to get some information out of those guys.
05-04-2005, 10:30 PM
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Originally Posted by NightShredder
I thought that they run in the $1000 range for the whole unit as well.
Sorry to hear about your car. People just don't have any respect for other people's property.
05-05-2005, 06:13 PM
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I'm generally a peaceful guy. But it's one of those back a cat into a corner situations, and he'll claw his way out.
euroStyle, I'm not too far from you. Whittier, in the North-East part of Whittier.
Thanks for your replies and support. I'll just keep my baseball bat with my gloves for now and just learn to park my car in the driveway.
euroStyle, I'm not too far from you. Whittier, in the North-East part of Whittier.
Thanks for your replies and support. I'll just keep my baseball bat with my gloves for now and just learn to park my car in the driveway.
05-08-2005, 01:19 PM
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Didn't have my HID's almost stolen but I return to my car after a trip into the mall and find that some @sshole scratched up both headlight covers!! Looks like they keyed up both lights. I was PISSED to see that my TSX got violated like that. At least they didn't key up anything else. I hate HATERS like that! Now I have to try to find a deal on the HID housing. Damn...
05-08-2005, 01:35 PM
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Originally Posted by kystone
Didn't have my HID's almost stolen but I return to my car after a trip into the mall and find that some @sshole scratched up both headlight covers!! Looks like they keyed up both lights. I was PISSED to see that my TSX got violated like that. At least they didn't key up anything else. I hate HATERS like that! Now I have to try to find a deal on the HID housing. Damn...
05-08-2005, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Benz_05_TSX
That's crazy dude......I never knew people even try to steal HIDs man...... what the hell??
If i see a guy doing it..... iw ill grab my bat and beat the shit out of him..... never mess with a TSXer!1
If i see a guy doing it..... iw ill grab my bat and beat the shit out of him..... never mess with a TSXer!1
I would do the exact same thing
05-08-2005, 06:53 PM
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HID theft is something that a lot of us worry about, no matter which area your in, safe or not. Its a desirable item that can be sold for a hefty price....I recently had my month/year tabs stolen on my license plate right in front of my house.
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Originally Posted by Xtremespeed2102
does it affect the light projection?
05-09-2005, 03:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Benz_05_TSX
That's crazy dude......I never knew people even try to steal HIDs man...... what the hell??
05-09-2005, 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by NightShredder
Big $ on the black market. Very easy to steal and easier to move because everyone wants them. Someone stealing my HIDs is a big worry of mine. At least these assholes didn't know that popping the hood is an easier way to get to the lights. Their lack of knowledge saved you some damage and your lights. That is why I think that you might be right about you punk neighbor doing this. Any car theif knows how to get these out of the car in about 60 seconds. It could have been worse for you.
05-09-2005, 04:59 PM
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Originally Posted by xizor
why steal from a tsx when there's a nissan around somewhere that'll just pop them out for you
-KC
05-09-2005, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Xtremespeed2102
you lights dont have condensation inside do they?
05-09-2005, 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by kystone
No condensation. I called Los Gatos Acura today and they said each light unit is $399!!! Two HID light units plus installation will be $1100!! But the guy said to bring my car in and if the scratches aren't that deep, they will try to buff them out for me. I'll let you guys know if it works or if I have to shell out $1100... Protect your HIDs everyone.
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Originally Posted by CobaltForge
Thanks for all the awesome replies guys. Nevertheless I'm mad as heck. I kinda like moda_way's suggestion of the breaking fingers. It reminds me of the episode in 24 where Jack did that to get some information out of those guys.
I seriously wanted to go "American History X" on those guys. I have a suspicion it could be my punk neighbor kids who just want to get some free HIDs. I park it way up in my drive way now, with 2 other cars blocking me, right underneath the motion-sensor light.
I kinda like the camera idea, and reminds me of the one JTso had set up on his garage.
The bumper damage isn't too bad, but it's still a pain to have to deal with it, and it could be one of those things that would end up being more expensive than it looks.
I seriously wanted to go "American History X" on those guys. I have a suspicion it could be my punk neighbor kids who just want to get some free HIDs. I park it way up in my drive way now, with 2 other cars blocking me, right underneath the motion-sensor light.
I kinda like the camera idea, and reminds me of the one JTso had set up on his garage.
The bumper damage isn't too bad, but it's still a pain to have to deal with it, and it could be one of those things that would end up being more expensive than it looks.
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I'm more careful with my car nowadays, but NightShredder is right, HIDs are lucrative. If they really wanted them they would have gotten them. I figure that when you've got nice things (i.e. TSX) some people are gonna be jealous and want to either a) steal or b) damage your possession. Of course, there are people who admire it, but then there are the *ssholes.
This event got to me when it happened, but now I'm over it. No sense in holding a grudge against an unknown person, and even making false accusations against someone who may or may not be responsible.
This event got to me when it happened, but now I'm over it. No sense in holding a grudge against an unknown person, and even making false accusations against someone who may or may not be responsible.
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