linestretch 0 #1 July 29, 2004 Maybe I'll get lucky here, most likely not, but I need to vent. My car was broken into last night and my riggin kit was taken. All of my manuels, tools, extra parts, my log, seal and, well....you get the idea. Yeah, shame on me for leaving it in my car, but it has NO use to anyone unless they know riggin. The crescent wrench and leathermen were the only things that looked like normal tools. The bag I had made myself. I'm pissed. It was taken from northeast San Diego sometime last night. The bag is made of navy blue cordura with a black zipper, and black webbing handles. And of course, I have no photo's of it either. I hate thieves!my pics & stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygod7777 0 #2 July 29, 2004 tell me that isn't the only thing they took right? and i can't agree with you more, theives suck ass. lata Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,178 #3 July 29, 2004 Been there, had that happen (it also had my logbooks to then in it), and it totally totally sucks. I still remember it clearly, and it happened in 1980 Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #4 July 29, 2004 Let the pawn shops know and watch Ebay... Damn that sucks! Is that the only thing they took? If so, that raises some questions...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linestretch 0 #5 July 30, 2004 that's funny. Several people have said the same thing. I don't think another skydiver did it. There were a few other things taken as well, but the riggin shit was the most valuable...(to me anyway)my pics & stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #6 July 30, 2004 The sad part is, most of it probably went into a dumpster. The average 'thief', wouldn't know what any of the tools are for, let alone your instruction manuals. The really sorry part is, they don't have the balls to return it. Like you, I hate a thief. I feel bad for your loss. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #7 July 30, 2004 QuoteMy car was broken into last night and my riggin kit was taken. Make a claim against your car insurance - they should cover items stolen from your locked vehicle. List everything that was inside, and work up a value from the ParaGear catalog. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linestretch 0 #8 July 30, 2004 looks like my renters insurance is gonna cover it, but there were lots of things that really can't be replaced. That bag for one. I made that thing. Took me a while, a lot of time was spent on it. And the log book of course. Not too mention, I can't remember what all was in there. That's the killer. I've gone through the paragear and started a list, but I know there is sooooo much more. UGH!!!my pics & stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riddler 0 #9 July 31, 2004 QuoteMake a claim against your car insurance If you have really good insurance. Most will only cover things that are permanently attached to your vehicle. Everything else is homeowner's or renter's insurance, which probably has a deductible so high that it'll be hard to file a claim. Insurance is a waste, except for big-ticket claims. It's also gonna be hard to prove the value of those tools, since they are uncommon and probably many are home-made. I feel for ya - I've been slowly acquiring rigging tools for a year, and I don't even have 1/3rd what I need to pack a reserve. No tools are irreplaceable, but rigger's tools are pretty close.Trapped on the surface of a sphere. XKCD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybill 19 #10 July 31, 2004 Hi Stretch, Had "2" not "1" but "2" rigging tool kits stolen from me also!! Really sux!! Fortunately my Log and seal press were separate so they didn't get those!! When they broke into my Econoline they tore up the dash to get the stereo (their primary goal) and just grabbed the rest of the stuff for fun. Funny thing, my Dragonfly and Vector was "unpacked" and piled up in back and "THEY LEFT IT!!!!!" I also had an R/C sailplane they left but stole the Transmitter???? Only thing I could figure out is they thought it was some kind of "Walkie-talkie!!" Really Dumb!!SCR-2034, SCS-680 III%, Deli-out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linestretch 0 #11 August 5, 2004 A rigger by the name of Michael Owens sent me a CD with packing instructions and service bulletins on it. But for the life of me, I can't remember what his DZ.com name is. Can anyone help me? I would really like to thank him.my pics & stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 3 #12 August 6, 2004 mjosparkyquade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #13 August 6, 2004 You just did. I hope it helps.My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #14 August 6, 2004 Probably a dumb suggestion but, have you checked the pawn shops in your area? Most car burglars are looking for things they can 'hock', just to get enough to buy more 'crack'. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linestretch 0 #15 August 6, 2004 thanx sparky, I appreceate the help.my pics & stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
