Catalytic Converter Stolen
Posted: Tue Apr 19, 2022 6:31 pm
After hearing horror stories on the news, it happened to us. Went to start up the BF, and was greeted with a LOUD roar. Hoped it was only the muffler, but the catalytic converter was gone. Seems to be a big problem here in AZ.
About $1500 to repair by a local Ford dealer. Aftermarket, as the original is no longer available. That may be good as on-line opinions suggest they are less likely to be stolen. Seems the the thieves prefer the originals.
BF was in a supposedly "secure" storage facility in Mesa, but we are now moving to what we hope is a better facility. Nice place in the past - been there for a many years. Manager admitted four stolen recently, and that some people were living in their RVs - ugh. My guess is more losses will be discovered as people get their RVs out of storage. Off for a trip soon, so glad to have it repaired. Wishing all happy summer travels!
Daryl
About $1500 to repair by a local Ford dealer. Aftermarket, as the original is no longer available. That may be good as on-line opinions suggest they are less likely to be stolen. Seems the the thieves prefer the originals.
BF was in a supposedly "secure" storage facility in Mesa, but we are now moving to what we hope is a better facility. Nice place in the past - been there for a many years. Manager admitted four stolen recently, and that some people were living in their RVs - ugh. My guess is more losses will be discovered as people get their RVs out of storage. Off for a trip soon, so glad to have it repaired. Wishing all happy summer travels!
Daryl