Re: irrelevance, was Re: The future of CDMA and EV-DO now in doubt. In article <Xns9A1DDFA56CE5Anoonehomecom@208.49.80.253>,
Larry <noone@home.com> wrote:
> Kurt <labolide@spacegmail.com> wrote in news:labolide-61C4BC.18420006012008
> @news.giganews.com:
>
> > Had to remark on your sig. Here in L.A., big problem with catalytic
> > converter theft because of high price of Rhodium - article in LA TImes
> > says while many cut them off, pros can use 14mm socket wrenches and
> > remove one in 90 seconds. Trucks are easier targets because higher
> > clearance.
> > Theft-proofing requires spot welding CCs as deterrence.
> >
> >
>
> I fully suspect to find the cars in the neighborhood stripped of R-134c
> refridgerant, catalytic converters, and other valuable pieces, while the
> carcass of the car remains in place, quite soon. They won't be stealing
> the car as noone can afford to drive it at $US10/gallon or more.
>
Sad to say, but the only way US drivers will change to small efficient
vehicles is with high gas prices.
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