We just bought a Toyota last night and I ordered one of these shields. My daughter had hers stolen twice each time in under a minute and a half. And out in the open. I’m going to install this and then I’m going to add an extra section of shielding. Their design is outstanding, but I’m a metal fabricator and I am going to throw a little more at it, although it’s really probably not necessary. Anything that makes it hard for these guys they’ll just move onto the easy ones. I wish they would get what they deserve in the end.
Two weeks ago, my neighbor's Prius catalytic converter was stolen. Today she met me and told me the problem. Thanks for sharing your video, I will be installing the cat shield on my Prius soon. Thank you once again. I've only heard of this problem in California. But now the thefts seem to have moved to my area
Thanks, Dan the Fix it Man! Your video just saved me $200+ for this easy installation. Your description was very clear and made the job very easy, much better than the written instructions included with the shield itself. The product is very well designed for easy installation. I'm not sure why anyone would buy the aluminum version because that can be bent or cut while the stainless steel shield cannot be cut through without an acetylene torch. And if you show me the guy who can bend it with his hands easily, then I will market him as one of the world's strongest men. The only thing I would tell others is that you won't use much of the thread locker on the security bolts and nuts BUT since the bolts that secure the rear shield aren't tamper-proof, I slathered on the thread locker liberally and then king-konged them on so tightly it would take someone of prodigious strength to remove them. Granted, I won't be able to remove it or the chassis brace easily, but I see no reason why I would. Thanks again, Dan! Great instructions for a great product and my peace of mind!
Thank you for this informative video! What about anything that needs repair under this amazing peace-of-mind part? It can be removed with little labor?
@@DantheFixitMan Is there a reason someone would go Stainless vs Aluminum? Any value in the "custom screws" vs the tamper-proof? Thanks for the great video.
@@danwoodfill6563 That's a great question. I think the biggest difference is that the aluminum would be easier to cut if someone had the time. As far as the screws go, I think either would probably be fine. It's just not as probably that thieves would have either of the needed tools with them. The whole idea is more of a deterrent to get thieves to move on knowing that it will be a bit of an ordeal for them to cut through everything. Most videos I have seen show that they are armed with a sawzall and a jack and that's about it... Best of luck to you! -Dan the Fix it Man
@@danwoodfill6563 I originally thought the "tamperproof" screws were the ordinary type - they look very similar. On closer inspection the Miller hardware is five point spline rather than six point. My ordinary set of tamper-resistant bits has nothing that fits them.
We just bought a Toyota last night and I ordered one of these shields. My daughter had hers stolen twice each time in under a minute and a half. And out in the open. I’m going to install this and then I’m going to add an extra section of shielding. Their design is outstanding, but I’m a metal fabricator and I am going to throw a little more at it, although it’s really probably not necessary. Anything that makes it hard for these guys they’ll just move onto the easy ones. I wish they would get what they deserve in the end.
Two weeks ago, my neighbor's Prius catalytic converter was stolen. Today she met me and told me the problem. Thanks for sharing your video, I will be installing the cat shield on my Prius soon. Thank you once again. I've only heard of this problem in California. But now the thefts seem to have moved to my area
Thanks, Dan the Fix it Man! Your video just saved me $200+ for this easy installation. Your description was very clear and made the job very easy, much better than the written instructions included with the shield itself. The product is very well designed for easy installation. I'm not sure why anyone would buy the aluminum version because that can be bent or cut while the stainless steel shield cannot be cut through without an acetylene torch. And if you show me the guy who can bend it with his hands easily, then I will market him as one of the world's strongest men. The only thing I would tell others is that you won't use much of the thread locker on the security bolts and nuts BUT since the bolts that secure the rear shield aren't tamper-proof, I slathered on the thread locker liberally and then king-konged them on so tightly it would take someone of prodigious strength to remove them. Granted, I won't be able to remove it or the chassis brace easily, but I see no reason why I would.
Thanks again, Dan! Great instructions for a great product and my peace of mind!
Thank you so much! I agree, the stainless is much better. I appreciate the kind words, glad you liked the video.
Take care,
Dan
Just bought this. Hope it does the trick because mine just got stolen off my Prius and hopefully they see it and don’t try it again
I got mine Installed No more worrying is the best feeling thanks for the Promo
Glad to hear you got it done! I know the feeling…
Take care!
-Dan
Had my cat stolen off my 2013 Prius a couple days ago, so thanks for the video!
I am so sorry to hear that. Best of luck to you with the replacement etc.
Take care,
-Dan
Thank you for this informative video! What about anything that needs repair under this amazing peace-of-mind part? It can be removed with little labor?
Yes, it is just the reverse of installation. Really doesn’t take long with the special tool that they give you.
Thanks for all the help!
I just had mine stolen. I want to replace it myself but I’m too nervous about the car falling on me while i’m under it.
Why not available more on amazon
Does it work good???
Yes
You sound like Scott Adams
Does this makes it hard to do a oil change?
No, you can still access the filter and drain plug for an oil change.
Please help me choose - Aluminum or SS?
I think the stainless is a lot better than the aluminum… I know it costs a little more, but it’s so much harder for someone to cut through it.
@@DantheFixitMan thank you
this is aluminium or stainless?
This one is the aluminum version.
thanks,i wanna order tomorrow
Is the shield in your video the stainless steel version?
It’s the aluminum version. The installation went great and I am very happy with it.
@@DantheFixitMan Is there a reason someone would go Stainless vs Aluminum? Any value in the "custom screws" vs the tamper-proof? Thanks for the great video.
@@danwoodfill6563 That's a great question. I think the biggest difference is that the aluminum would be easier to cut if someone had the time. As far as the screws go, I think either would probably be fine. It's just not as probably that thieves would have either of the needed tools with them. The whole idea is more of a deterrent to get thieves to move on knowing that it will be a bit of an ordeal for them to cut through everything. Most videos I have seen show that they are armed with a sawzall and a jack and that's about it...
Best of luck to you!
-Dan the Fix it Man
@@danwoodfill6563 I originally thought the "tamperproof" screws were the ordinary type - they look very similar. On closer inspection the Miller hardware is five point spline rather than six point. My ordinary set of tamper-resistant bits has nothing that fits them.