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How to Fill a Car Up With Packing Peanuts

Surprise a friend with a harmless prank by filling his car with packing peanuts. Your target will be stumped and amazed when he sees his car so full of foam bits he can't even fit in. By sneakily yet legally acquiring keys, you will have full access to the vehicle and the ability to shut off any alarm. Work quickly to avoid getting caught in the act; you want to remain anonymous until you decide to take credit.

Things You'll Need

  • Keys with alarm remote
  • 5 (20 cubic feet) bags of packing peanuts
  • Plastic wrap or clear tape (optional)
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Instructions

    • 1

      Disarm the car's alarm, and open the driver side door.

    • 2

      Turn the radio and windshield wipers on, and set the climate controls so the fan will come on when the car is started. This extra measure won't be noticed until the end, but it is a nice punchline to the prank.

    • 3

      Open the first bag of brightly colored packing peanuts and distribute its contents evenly over the floor boards in the front and back of the car.

    • 4

      Spread the contents of the second bag onto the seats and armrests before rolling down the driver side window. Close the car door and begin emptying the third and fourth bags as you reach inside to spread them with your arm.

    • 5

      Roll the driver side window up until there is only a 3-inch opening. Open the fifth bag of packing peanuts and push them in through the small window opening.

    • 6

      Raise this final bag of packing peanuts over your head and shake it as you hold the open end in place. If the packing peanuts are spilling out, seal the window with a piece of plastic wrap or clear tape.

    • 7

      Reset the alarm on the car and return the keys to the vehicle owner. Play it cool.

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