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WeJustDid46 t1_j9w95ze wrote

Welcome to Philadelphia. Enter at your own risk.

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ticonderoga- t1_j9w9r6d wrote

Where at? Just trying to get a sense of whether my car is in danger or not…

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DonovanMcLoughlin t1_j9we7ac wrote

We used to see this all the time in New Orleans. Sometimes it was theft, sometimes it was repo.

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vexedsinik t1_j9wg09h wrote

Yeah, this car probably had wheel locks, too. They mean nothing. As a former mechanic, if you have the right tools, you can take them right off. With ease if they are torqued to spec. They're nothing but placebo security.

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Baron_Von_D t1_j9wtgeu wrote

If you own a Honda/Acura pretty much anywhere, make sure your wheels are secured outside the basic OEM locks.

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iamitman007 t1_j9x4rvi wrote

They took mine of 2018 Accord at 21st and Cathrine few years back. At least if got crates for each wheel.

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FormerHoagie t1_j9x6nvk wrote

I’m learning what vehicles I should never buy. What’s the market on 20 year old Ford Ranger parts?

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Tough_Strawberry5519 t1_j9xc3fo wrote

Replying to MRichards18 (#1,987,365)

Dude :( It wouldn't be a bad idea, but just be careful if you do head out right now. And if you see anyone doing that or something else to your car, don't confront them. Just call the cops. Your life comes first. Don't take a bullet for your car. Good luck.

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Little_Noodles t1_j9xd798 wrote

Replying to FormerHoagie (#1,986,555)

I keep hoping that someone will steal my catalytic converter because it’s been fucked since the day after the warranty ran out, and insurance to replace it would be cheaper than the fix.

But no luck, and I’m going on almost 190k miles now. So the trick is maybe to have a bunch of trash covered in dog hair in the backseat? My husband is always bragging about how tidy his car is, and he had to get a new one.

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Past_Cartographer230 t1_j9yaxlk wrote

Idk why these people love stock Honda Accord rims. I’ve seen these newer rims on older Hondas. They definitely steal them and re sell them. If you have this car in a higher trim get wheel locks.

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espressocycle t1_j9yg184 wrote

Never buy a Honda if you live in the city! I've seen them on blocks with the doors removed which begs the question as to why you wouldn't just bring a flatbed and take the whole thing.

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espressocycle t1_j9ygh8n wrote

Replying to SwugSteve (#1,986,092)

Honda uses the same bolt pattern on most cars year after year and a lot of other parts are interchangeable between years and models which is part of why they became tuner favorites in the first place.

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givemebackmybrain t1_j9yji94 wrote

On top of the other answers, Honda's oem alloy manufacturer is Enkei, which is pretty well known as a top aftermarket alloy wheel manufacturer as well, which adds to the value.

If you must have a Honda, consider steelies instead.

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theaccountant856 t1_j9z8z5x wrote

This city is getting ridiculous. It’s expensive as duck to live in grad hospital there’s literally no where to escape it

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Linkstas t1_j9zljxu wrote

Replying to mistersausage (#1,996,760)

Different lug nut setups. I believe most honda/acura share the same 4 x / 5x pattern. I assume this keeps cost down.

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Also, Most driving a high end bmw/audi probably don't leave it some where easily accessible to thieves just due to the different nature of where they live/work.

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VanDammeJamBand t1_ja4652d wrote

Just yesterday I saw an SUV around 15th and Wharton jacked up with back wheels removed.

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WeJustDid46 t1_ja48zek wrote

Replying to BigDickolasNicholas (#2,028,974)

Imagine living 55 years of your life in a once great city, to watch it deteriorate from within.
Imagine being able to leave your front door open to let a breeze come through your home.
Imagine buying a handyman’s special and fixing it up to be the nicest house on the block because you wanted to retire there.
Imagine being able to take a walk any time of the day or night without having anyone bother you.
Imagine being able to sleep through the night without low flying police helicopters waking you up.
Imagine having two of your cars totaled that were in front of your home and another one stolen.
Imagine on the very last day in your home coming home from work to have a group of high school punks plowing into your shoulder on purpose.

Now: Imagine hearing a siren 5 times a year and one of those times it’s Santa Claus coming around on a fire engine.
Imagine sleeping through the night with absolutely no outside noise or sirens.
You are correct I do not live in the city anymore I got out while my home was still worth something.
I suggest you do the same

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