The truck was delivered to the Ford dealer on Monday afternoon. The Service manager and the insurance adjuster went over the truck together this afternoon. The only damage found so far was to the steering column and the drivers door lock.They had a mechanic look over all the fluids, transfer case, transmission and running gear. Nothing out of the ordinary was found. I told them I insist on them doing a tranny service and a front end aliagnment. I may end up having to pay for these services myself but so be it. It will be for my peace of mind.So if all goes well I should have the truck back in a couple of days. Just in time for our Branson trip. Thanks for all the kind words and encouragement during this ordeal. My wife and I both felt so violated. Terrible feeling, hope none of you have to go throught this. Again Thanks, JohnHere is the link to my previous thread.

Take a rear outside door handle and put it on the front door. It eliminates the keyhole and is a 100% cross over fit.The keyhole is the weak point on gaining entry into your vehicle.

What about the 'big puddle of tranny fluid' when the tow driver unstuck it???

Old-Biscuit wrote:What about the 'big puddle of tranny fluid' when the tow driver unstuck it???I asked about that and that's when they said they had checked all the fluids, which were all fine. That's when I insisted they do the tranny service. Fingers crossed.Old Biscuit, I just went back and reread that old post. I think that maybe I put to much stock in what I was told. Quite possibly the tow truck operator didn't know how to get the transfer case out of 4low. As far as the tranny fluid on the ground, who knows how large of a puddle it actually was. I was only repeating what I had been told. And that is why I want them to do a tranny service. Better to be safe than sorry. Thanks.

Good things happen to good people. Enjoy your family vacation!

Glad to hear that..........I would have ALL fluids changed...tranny, transfer, front/rear differentialsEven if I had to pay out of pocket.No telling where they took that 4X4

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rhagfo
Explorer III
Jun 28, 2015
Have a great trip!
shadows4
Explorer III
Jun 28, 2015
Thanks to all. Forgot to mention, the Cyclops anti-theft device is installed and seems to work great. If interested here is a link. Oh and even though it works as advertised I still blocked the truck in with the wifes Expedition last night! LOL Thanks again.
SteveB
Explorer
Jun 28, 2015
Glad this ended well.
BubbaChris
Explorer
Jun 27, 2015
Great news John!

Happy travels.
msmith1_wa
Explorer
Jun 27, 2015
Stefonius wrote:
sdetweil wrote:
Stefonius wrote:
bucky wrote:
They go under the handle, putting a rear on the front does nothing to slow them down. Easy to rig a kill switch, google it.
No amount of fooling with the door handle or lock rod will stop someone from opening the window with a brick. I agree with Bucky... you need some type of device that absolutely prevents unauthorized engine start. They're very easy to do in our trucks.
those who are determined will back a tow truck up and pull it away..
Sure, but how many casual truck thieves have a tow truck at their disposal?

I had a car stolen that I am sure the thief used a tow truck.
magic43
Explorer
Jun 27, 2015
All is well that ends well.

I had a nephew call me after a minor fender bender. I was concerned about a "puddle" until I realized that the tow truck driver had taken a leak.
Toolguy5
Explorer III
Jun 27, 2015
Great news.

Enjoy and stay safe.
ventrman
Explorer
Jun 27, 2015
Great News! Enjoy Branson.
Old-Biscuit
Explorer III
Jun 26, 2015
GOOD NEWS!

ENJOY that trip to Branson.......this one is WELL DESERVED!
rickeoni
Explorer
Jun 26, 2015
YAY!!!