By John Coyle

Editor

Personally, I'd rather have a crappy system than worry about someone smashing a window to rip out my head unit. So over the years, I've adopted a simple theory on vehicle security: have a tape deck, leave the doors unlocked, and keep nothing of value inside the car. Seriously, even crackheads know tape decks are worthless. That's why I found Eran Abramson's post about a fake tape deck faceplate so awesome. Just pop it over your CD player and ta-da, your stereo is now safe. Better still, his post features a link to a complete tutorial on how to make one for your ride. Bravo Eran!

Comments

Martina
Sep 5, 2008 10:09:03 PM

Even crackheads know tape decks are worthless.

Jul 8, 2008 8:59:11 PM

it seems bizarre that thieves even target modern radios. once upon a time they were big bucks, the same large watt head unit with all options is like at walmart for 100 bucks. Ridiculous. they would have to be a crack head to want to steal any radio...they are all in the past with big prices.I'd still rather an old school heavy duty for my bouncy car purpose (simply big micron boards and large capacitors) and nonone would want that either...

Stewart
Jul 8, 2008 7:46:06 PM

That's actually a good idea.
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Hopefully that Brady cassette isn't worth a fortune on eBay!