Wife's 2-door XJ stolen
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Absolutely relieved to see this post Mark, I just saw the thread a few minutes ago and almost made a slight fool of myself by posting pics and description on Facebook for all my friends living in your neck of the woods...(and no it's not just 1 person
). I'm glad it was found so quickly and relatively un damaged. When I lived in South Everett I had someone try to steal my 97 TJ luckily I had an alarm with external and internal proximity sensors and an ignition cut out. Even though aftermarket alarms are not 100% foolproof, when they are within earshot they can make all the difference in the world.
Who needs garage space when you have acreage... Oh wait... that's a different conversation.. Idaho, Idaho, Idaho,.....Ha! Garage space is an urban myth, I tell ya!
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Pulled the starter out, and found the ring gear is pretty chewed up. I decided to go ahead and take a chance on installing the new starter, hoping that the ring gear wouldn't cause any problems. It fired right up, without any weird engine noises. I win! I started it several times, and never encountered any engagement issues, so I'll hold off on replacing the flex plate for now. Repaired a couple other things, as well, so feeling better about the old girl. Glad to have her back in operation.
Sometimes you just get lucky. Good for you bro.Pulled the starter out, and found the ring gear is pretty chewed up. I decided to go ahead and take a chance on installing the new starter, hoping that the ring gear wouldn't cause any problems. It fired right up, without any weird engine noises. I win! I started it several times, and never encountered any engagement issues, so I'll hold off on replacing the flex plate for now. Repaired a couple other things, as well, so feeling better about the old girl. Glad to have her back in operation.
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Awesome you got her going again and things sound and look relatively normal.
Now before you get that kill switch thingy installed, go and take off the dizzy before you leave her outside alone at night again.
Now before you get that kill switch thingy installed, go and take off the dizzy before you leave her outside alone at night again.
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Not yet. The officers seemed really pleased to have the receipt from the store, though, as it has the time and everything right on it. They both said stuff like that really helps nail these guys, and that the detectives just love it when things like this show up. Who knows, maybe they were just being enthusiastic for my benefit. Then again, maybe it really will help catch the little prick. Here's hoping!
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Just an update on the theft of the XJ...
We received a call from the police stating that they had caught the suspects, and that they have filed the charges against them. Said there are a whole slew of charges against these two, actually, and that the case won't likely end up in court, as the suspects will probably end-up making a plea deal. Whatever happens to them, I hope it's more than just a slap on the wrist. Regardless, I love that they basically hung themselves by leaving the receipt from the convenience store in the Jeep. Not the brightest bulbs in the pack, are they?
We received a call from the police stating that they had caught the suspects, and that they have filed the charges against them. Said there are a whole slew of charges against these two, actually, and that the case won't likely end up in court, as the suspects will probably end-up making a plea deal. Whatever happens to them, I hope it's more than just a slap on the wrist. Regardless, I love that they basically hung themselves by leaving the receipt from the convenience store in the Jeep. Not the brightest bulbs in the pack, are they?
That's great news Squatch. Agree, no slap on the wrist. Release them to the XJ community or better yet, the Pirate 4x4 guys. 
I’m pretty sure this would be considered a crime against humanity....or better yet, the Pirate 4x4 guys.