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01-30-2008, 10:36 AM
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Location: Valdosta, Ga
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Sad story
Hey guys, sorry I havent posted. I have been really busy with my truck lately. On Dec 15, I was hit by a drunk driver and it really messed up the front passenger side of my 69 Step side truck. I have gotten the settlement from her insurance and am starting the long process of rebuilding my truck. Just thought Id share my pics, and will try to get some more up when I get it repaired. PLEASE... dont DRINK AND DRIVE.
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01-30-2008, 10:46 AM
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Re: Sad story
That sucks, but at least your at the right place to find all the parts you'll need to get her going again. Nice truck!
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01-30-2008, 10:51 AM
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Re: Sad story
I'm gonna bet that after GMCJunkie got through with her, she was happy to pay up!!!
Hate to hear about your sad news, but glad you're okay and happy to hear that you weren't in Pensacola where they let DeeWee's go free.
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01-30-2008, 10:59 AM
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Location: Hamburg Pa
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Re: Sad story
not to sound like a greedy S.O.B, but i would have sued her, Ill bet it wont be her last, just glad your alright and that the truck is repairable
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01-30-2008, 11:03 AM
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its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
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Re: Sad story
JUSTIN! Bout time you log back on here man!
So whats the plan on it...what's it gonna look like when you roll it back outta the body shop? |
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01-30-2008, 11:12 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Valdosta, Ga
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Re: Sad story
I got a new fender,grill,splash sheild,bumper,and a radiator support for it. So when it comes out of the shop it will look nice.The only thing im not going to do to it is paint it back yellow,but I will post pic's of it when it's done.
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01-30-2008, 11:20 AM
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its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
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Re: Sad story
I always loved the short stepsides
Last edited by Longhorn Man; 01-30-2008 at 11:20 AM. |
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01-30-2008, 11:24 AM
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Re: Sad story
i like the tires same tires i got on my 72
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01-30-2008, 11:48 AM
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Out of the carpool lane.
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Re: Sad story
Could you give us info on how your insurance worked out for you and how well they paid up, the name of your insurance, any issues for us classic vehicle owners, etc...
Discussions come up every so often on how well insurance companies will treat you after an accident and how they'll pay up.
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01-30-2008, 12:14 PM
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Happy Camper
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Northern California
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Re: Sad story
That is just sad! But glad you are O-K. The truck will be fine, it is in good hands.
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01-30-2008, 12:19 PM
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Re: Sad story
I'm glad to hear that you are okay. When will people learn... drinking and driving don't mix!!!
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01-30-2008, 12:28 PM
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Re: Sad story
Everyday we hear the bad stories of drunk drivers. We are all glad that you are okay and the story will get better. Love the short steps too!
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01-30-2008, 12:30 PM
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I am a Referee of life.
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Re: Sad story
Glad no one was hurt.Glad you got the ins. to pay up.Bet it will look better than ever when you finish fixing it.
Now just because someone has to say it..... "That'll buff right out!!!"
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01-30-2008, 12:36 PM
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R.I.P. E.S.L.L.
 
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Re: Sad story
Seems like our trucks are drunk magnets lately..I'm just glad you are OK ...and they had insurance.
But ...don't let the insurance company rip you off...because that is their job..
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01-30-2008, 03:01 PM
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Re: Sad story
On my way home a couple hours ago A COP pulled out and across 3 lanes right in front of me, nearly took my front end off just like that. I count my blessings. Glad you are OK and that the truck will be fixed better than new.
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01-30-2008, 10:59 PM
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Re: Sad story
At least you are here to post. I glad you are ok and don't worry she will be back up and running in no time. Now is your chance for upgrades. Good luck.
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01-30-2008, 11:50 PM
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Re: Sad story
Did they just pay for aftermarket parts?
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01-31-2008, 04:46 AM
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Location: branson mo
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Re: Sad story
glad to see your not hurt, can honestly say i've been there... although my front end damage is a bit more than yours....
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01-31-2008, 04:49 AM
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Project: years too late.
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Location: Almonte,ON,Canada
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Re: Sad story
Longhorn yer lucky that, that was the only damage done, it coulda been alot worse. My friends mom got hit by a drunk driver lastnight completley mangled her impala. Shes in hospital now...DONT DRINK AND DRIVE!
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01-31-2008, 06:27 AM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Location: Hilliard Ohio
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Re: Sad story
that ain't my truck... that's junkie Jr's truck.
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01-31-2008, 06:32 AM
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Project: years too late.
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Re: Sad story
lol my bad... Junkie Jr. yer lucky that, that was the only damage done, it coulda been alot worse. My friends mom got hit by a drunk driver lastnight completley mangled her impala. Shes in hospital now...DONT DRINK AND DRIVE!
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01-31-2008, 06:38 AM
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Re: Sad story
I'm getting really tired of seeing all of these poor trucks destroyed due to sheer stupidity of others.
Glad you're OK!!! So, are you doing a frame off now??? Or just a repair and repaint to get it back on the road again?
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01-31-2008, 07:23 AM
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Re: Sad story
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01-31-2008, 11:32 AM
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Dude...I'm a CHICK
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Location: Lakeland Georgia
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Re: Sad story
Pugs, it wouldnt have done any good to try to sue her. We'd never have gotten anything.
Brad, I dealt with the insurance for Justin, so Ill answer your question. We have Allstate ins, we first filed under our uninsured motorist because the reporting officer said that the other driver didnt have ins. They got right on the ball and sent someone out and got an estimate with in about 4 days, they were ready to send a check when the officer called and said the the owner of the car (was the drivers bf) actually did have ins. They have Progressive, they too jumped right in and got the adjuster out hee and cut us a check with in about a week or so, it was very fair per my body guy.
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01-31-2008, 12:09 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
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Re: Sad story
something to remember, with the insurance questions, getting our trucks repaired should never be a problem with the insurance companies... it's when they total them out, that we have problems.
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