Stolen truck, Suggestions?

[Kodama]

Well, my dad left the garage open this morning but not a lot, or so he thought. I guess the cat ran by and the garage opened up all the way again and he shut the door to the garage behind him. Well, about noon we found out that someone took his SportMaxx, about a week old now. I called the LHS's but they didn't take me seriously... I don't know what else I could do, any suggestions.

 

[hb1111]

keep the garage locked kill the cat!! and tell him to go buy a savage!! sorry to hear you gotta man the fort!!

 

[Kodama]

It's gotta be someone that's seen us driving it around or someone that lives around here. I bet they'll be driving it around sometime too and if I see it I'm gonna kick they're ass. Good thing for little personal hop-ups, at least I'd be able to tell if it's his or not.

 

[nitromaniac]

It seems kinda likely that who ever stoled the car may have knew you, and knew the car was there, was anything else in the garage missing? Mabye some neighborhood kid who has it hiding in his basement or something, Find him, get the car back and kick his ass! sorry to hear about your loss, I know the violated feeling, and hope the car comes back to you some how!
Damn thieves!!!

 

[Kodama]

I know it was someone around here that wanted THAT truck now. My dads truck sits on the street, he even left the keys in it this morning, and nothing was gone. They wanted the truck so my dad is going to be going to the LHS's and dealing with them.

Thanks.

 

[massivex]

The LHS can't do anything really except keep their eyes open and sell you a new one in the mean time. Here's some good advice from someone who has had a $2000 bike stolen from their back shed. Take it as a lesson on how close to watch your stuff and don't let it ruin your happiness (As these things tend to do). Chances are if they are smart theifs it has already been sold to a kid in another neighbourhood or on ebay, either way you won't get it back. ...Now if their stupid....just wait for the whirrrrr sound and start swinging! Good luck!

P.S get the club for your next one.

 

[jon2]

There is no reaon the LHS will replace it for you as you had it stolen. Now if it was damaged then you could bitch. Other then that I would let the local Police Department know as if you do find the thief, depending on how much it is worth you could charge the Perp with Grand Larceny. A person only needs to steal 500 dollars worth of stuff to make it Grand Larceny. Good luck to you and next time LOCK THE GARAGE or MAKE SURE IT CLOSED.


Jon

 

[Kodama]

I never said they would replace it. I just asked them to keep an eye out for someone with JUST a truck and nothing else. Chances are they know very little about it and don't even know what it's called. One of the hobby shops I went to said they have no problem with taking a truck when they're suspicious. I've learned my lesson on getting things stolen. My dad has just learned his. But I know they went for that truck, there was a Rustler right next to it and it had everything right by it too. His normal truck was on the street with the windows down all night and is totally fine.

Oh well, I'm waiting to hear the engine or something and go out there with my Louisville. We'll see what happens.

 

[4u2nv]

I had my 4 tec stolen a little while ago. There isnt much you can do besides just eat it. You can call the cops, but I'm sure they wont do to much (like most cops do). The only thing thats goin to hold up is recipets (Sp) even if you KNOW the truck is his, its basically your word against his without reciepts. Very shady. I hate little fuckers that have to steal poop. I am almost posotive that I've seen my car but it was all stcok but a kid at the track got the exact same car as I lost the ver next week and it already look used. And had a aftermarket lid. I was gonna kick his ass but the car ran like poop anyway so I figured Id just get him back later...hehe

 

[Team 17]

You should file a police report and like u already done, is tell all your local hobby shops to keep an out out. The reason for the report is, if u find out who has it, it would be your word vs his. But with the report it shows it was yours and increase your chances on getting it back.

 

[StrechM]

My current and former rc's have a very small inscription that you would only see if you knew where to look. They draw a lot of attention, unfortunately sometimes the wrong kind of attention. Sorry to hear about the loss.

 

[RatzoRC]

My current and former rc's have a very small inscription that you would only see if you knew where to look. They draw a lot of attention, unfortunately sometimes the wrong kind of attention. Sorry to hear about the loss.

I do the same. I etch my initials under the engine on the chassis.
This way, if I think I found it, I'll look under the engine.

 

[Rolex]

Sorry about the truck, Kodama. That's not good. Did the Radio go too? If it didn't, let the LHS know that too. If they see a truck like yours, they should ask simple questions like, "Did you get it used and how much did you pay for it" or "What size engine is that?" If you own the truck, you know a price and engine info. Let them know what upgrades are on it so they can watch for it.
Something as simple as an address label INSIDE the battery compartment will prove who's it is if there's any question.

 

[4u2nv]

Most Traxxas's have the serial number under the battery lid and then also on the tuck. At least mine do. Its just a sticker and could be easily pulled off, but just incase ya know? How big of town is escondildo? Like if someone had one would it pop up? I live in a small town and if it was someone local it would show up fairly quick. I was just curious. Good luck on getting it back though. Sorry to hear about the crappy deal. Get the belt ready!!

 

[Kodama]

It's got nothing special on it, I know the serial number is gone because I think it's a couple of kids that live about 3 blocks away. 'Escondido' is faily big and it won't show up very easily. I talked to some guy today and he said he knew of two kids that cause a bunch of mischief and he said his house was broken into about 5 times so far. I have a very strong feeling it's those two kids. They also have RC's so I would think they did it cause they have an understanding of RC's. We talked to the LHS's and they are gonna keep an eye out. I told them that they might be looking for a controller, fuel, and EZ Start since they only got the truck. One of the LHS said they have no problem with just taking the truck if they suspect something. Anyways, I'm off to bed.
Thanks.

Later.

I found a bashing buddy today though. Hehehe.

 

[NITRO 21]

Kodama, that sucks. I hope your able to get your truck back somehow. I wouldn't suspect that kind of crime up in Escondildo lol !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Kodama]

Lol, yeah, this place is like the cloud nine man. It's perfect... hence the 'dildo' part on my Location... hehe. I hate this place with a passion. I want to blow it up and then go live on another planet because Earth is too much for me. I'll probably end up buying my dad a new truck just to repay him for supporting my lazy ass for 18 years. lol It'll make him happy and I know he'd want to pay me back, but he deserves it. Should I get the same truck or what? Anyways, this place is close to being Hell, I think it's a safe bet to call it Purgatory.

I'm not gonna be able to stand this place much longer. I need release... maybe I'll hit up the bathroom on my way to bed. lol

Later guys.

 

[hb1111]

get him a savage rtr,i bought my dad one he's close to 60 and he loved it while he played with it,then he ran into some minor probs. and gave up!! but its a good one

 

[StrechM]

Escondio! Spent a fews years in your area. I also used to own a small business towards the south end of town.

 

[Mayhem]

If you have home owners insuance you could claim it on there.