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Ole Greenie · 10-04-2012, 09:56 PM

So I was strolling through the parking lot of the local library on my way to the drive-thru book drop box. You see, the wife had asked me to PLEASE take these books back because if they don't get dropped off today, we would incur a late fee!

Not wishing to deter such a simple request, and thinking this would be a perfect time to drive my "mistress" with clear, nice weather and all, I cranked her up and headed out on my latest mission.

Well, I pull into the parking lot, realizing that this long parking lot was half empty, save for those parked nearest the entrance. I made my way through the parking lot enroute to the drop box when out of the corner of my eye I see a big black SUV backing a bit too quickly out of their parking space to stop!

"Oh SH**" spewed from my mouth just as the new Tahoe's reese hitch slammed into the front right corner of Ole Greenie puncturing the radiator and making wrinkles of the grill, radiator support, and right fender. The fender impacted the door which impacted the cab behind the door.

I have NEVER displayed SO MUCH GRACE and understanding toward the driver of the Tahoe. Realizing that she had a 3 year old girl in the back seat, I began to pear inside the back rear window of her truck to see if she was OK (I'm a healthcare professional). It was then I realized that I could not see inside the Tahoe!

Anyway, things are working out due in large part to her insurance company (State Farm) who is exemplary. They have agreed to repair Ole Greenie so I should have her back in a few more weeks.

Here are a few pics:

flashed · 10-04-2012, 09:59 PM

WOW ,that sux .

NuttinSpecial · 10-04-2012, 10:03 PM

Well at least it will Be fixed. Still sucks tho. :/
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weever82 · 10-04-2012, 10:04 PM

Sometimes accidents just happen and I applaud the way you acted with the woman in the Tahoe... That's somebody's wife and child in that car. Hope she gets fixed up fast!

Weev-
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mightymouse · 10-04-2012, 10:06 PM

oh man , that was a beautiful truck. i hope they get you fixed back up

Fldawg · 10-04-2012, 10:07 PM

That's a sickening site, i hate it for ya, good luck on the fix

Blue Baby · 10-04-2012, 10:10 PM

So sorry Man!!! Glad everyone is ok!!! Great looking truck by the way, I'm sure it will be good as new before long.

Ole Greenie · 10-04-2012, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by weever82

Sometimes accidents just happen and I applaud the way you acted with the woman in the Tahoe... That's somebody's wife and child in that car. Hope she gets fixed up fast!

Weev-
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I certainly agree. No need to be anything other than amicable and understanding...though it did hurt a bit. Thankfully, the frame was not involved.

BTW My family and I really miss AZ. We moved here from Ft. Huachuca/Sierra Vista....SE of Tuscon.

Husker · 10-04-2012, 10:15 PM

ouch!
Ron

LEX · 10-04-2012, 10:27 PM

Damn, she must have been backing up at 30mph. Sucks. Nice truck and beautiful color.
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big_al_71 · 10-04-2012, 10:32 PM

Glad to see that nobody was hurt and the truck is getting fixed...I would of needed medical help on me if my truck was hit.....as I would of had a heart attack....

Ole Greenie · 10-04-2012, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by LEX

Damn, she must have been backing up at 30mph. Sucks. Nice truck and beautiful color.
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Certainly felt like it too...which is also probably why I really didn't see her until it was too late. Kind of like she still had her foot on the throttle while she released the E- Brake. Pretty strong hit for a parking lot...no doubt.

Almost seems like people don't DRIVE any more. They are vehicle OPERATORS but not DRIVERS!

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heathbirkendahl · 10-04-2012, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Ole Greenie

So I was strolling through the parking lot of the local library on my way to the drive-thru book drop box. You see, the wife had asked me to PLEASE take these books back because if they don't get dropped off today, we would incur a late fee!

Not wishing to deter such a simple request, and thinking this would be a perfect time to drive my "mistress" with clear, nice weather and all, I cranked her up and headed out on my latest mission.

Well, I pull into the parking lot, realizing that this long parking lot was half empty, save for those parked nearest the entrance. I made my way through the parking lot enroute to the drop box when out of the corner of my eye I see a big black SUV backing a bit too quickly out of their parking space to stop!

"Oh SH**" spewed from my mouth just as the new Tahoe's reese hitch slammed into the front right corner of Ole Greenie puncturing the radiator and making wrinkles of the grill, radiator support, and right fender. The fender impacted the door which impacted the cab behind the door.

I have NEVER displayed SO MUCH GRACE and understanding toward the driver of the Tahoe. Realizing that she had a 3 year old girl in the back seat, I began to pear inside the back rear window of her truck to see if she was OK (I'm a healthcare professional). It was then I realized that I could not see inside the Tahoe!

Anyway, things are working out due in large part to her insurance company (State Farm) who is exemplary. They have agreed to repair Ole Greenie so I should have her back in a few more weeks.

Here are a few pics:

Sorry about your ride! You handled this with grace. We drive our trucks so these are the risks we take. Thank you lord for LMC, good insurance and body shops!

Looking forward to seeing her all fixed up.
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68 TT · 10-05-2012, 02:19 AM

Sorry about the damage to your truck. At least nobody was hurt.

I hope they get it back to before accident condition in short order.

If you are lucky they won't try to write it off as being totaled & low ball you with their value like was done with me. In 1997 my 70 K5 got T-boned by a lady running a stop sign. Total repair estimate was $2500. They wanted to total it and tried to tell me it was only worth $1200. I handed the adjuster a box full of receipts totaling more than three times their repair estimate not including the base cost of the rig along with a photo album full of proof the work was done to that vehicle. They changed their tune rather quickly and fixed the Blazer at my shop of choice.

502ms · 10-05-2012, 04:39 AM

What a beautiful truck!
Handled it with class...and yes, thank God for those options
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chevy72pu · 10-05-2012, 07:29 AM

Wow man, that hurts. Every time I drive one of my "old" trucks I think about things like this. But, why have them if you ain't gonna drive them? You were a true Southern Gentleman. Two thumbs up and keep us posted on the repairs.

67anthony · 10-05-2012, 08:13 AM

Good luck that sux .

**RenoKeene** · 10-05-2012, 08:22 AM

Wow. Beautiful truck, hope it works out well for you. I insured mine yesterday with Hagerty for things just like this.
Also thanks for your service to our country.

cerjio · 10-05-2012, 08:25 AM

Everytime I think about getting rid of all those extra parts I have collected, I read something like this an realise someday I'm going to need them !!!!

Sorry to hear about your misfortune , an hope it will look like new again soon !!!!

BossHogg69 · 10-05-2012, 09:43 AM

Sorry to hear about the accident, but what a beautiful truck you have!!! That's some heavy damage what should be a low speed accident. I hope everything is put back good as new and you are back cruising in no time.

Ole Greenie · 10-05-2012, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 68 TT

Sorry about the damage to your truck. At least nobody was hurt.

I hope they get it back to before accident condition in short order.

If you are lucky they won't try to write it off as being totaled & low ball you with their value like was done with me. In 1997 my 70 K5 got T-boned by a lady running a stop sign. Total repair estimate was $2500. They wanted to total it and tried to tell me it was only worth $1200. I handed the adjuster a box full of receipts totaling more than three times their repair estimate not including the base cost of the rig along with a photo album full of proof the work was done to that vehicle. They changed their tune rather quickly and fixed the Blazer at my shop of choice.

I do have to admit that what you described was one of my first concerns. State Farm has worked very well with me and they are a class organization. Once they were made award of the quality of the truck they really had no issues with authorizing the repair. If they had totaled it out, I would have had to buy it back! The folks at Riverfront Collision in Augusta/Evans (Denny Gardner-Owner) are just phenominal and an authorized repair facility for State Farm. So I really lucked out.

Ole Greenie · 10-05-2012, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by RenoKeene

Wow. Beautiful truck, hope it works out well for you. I insured mine yesterday with Hagerty for things just like this.
Also thanks for your service to our country.

Appreciate that. Serving our country is all I wanted to do growing up...though in a different capacity. But He has me right where I need to be!

black_sheep454 · 10-05-2012, 10:35 AM

That a beautiful truck and it sucks that happened, but hopefully she will be as good as new after words.
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ZUBZ · 10-05-2012, 10:41 AM

Glad you all ok and the kid too....sorry about the truck.....at least you guys are so close to LMC and the likes thereof, if I have a fender bender I will need to order parts from the states, will take a while to arrive and shipping costs... $$$$$

1970 Bowtie · 10-05-2012, 12:17 PM

Thats a lot of damage for a Library parking lot.Glad to hear that know one was hurt and the insurance company is going stand behind you to do their part and repair your truck.Thank You for your service to our Country.......Go Dawgs.

10-04-2012, 09:56 PM	#1
Ole Greenie Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hagerstown, MD Posts: 246	Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! So I was strolling through the parking lot of the local library on my way to the drive-thru book drop box. You see, the wife had asked me to PLEASE take these books back because if they don't get dropped off today, we would incur a late fee! Not wishing to deter such a simple request, and thinking this would be a perfect time to drive my "mistress" with clear, nice weather and all, I cranked her up and headed out on my latest mission. Well, I pull into the parking lot, realizing that this long parking lot was half empty, save for those parked nearest the entrance. I made my way through the parking lot enroute to the drop box when out of the corner of my eye I see a big black SUV backing a bit too quickly out of their parking space to stop! "Oh SH**" spewed from my mouth just as the new Tahoe's reese hitch slammed into the front right corner of Ole Greenie puncturing the radiator and making wrinkles of the grill, radiator support, and right fender. The fender impacted the door which impacted the cab behind the door. I have NEVER displayed SO MUCH GRACE and understanding toward the driver of the Tahoe. Realizing that she had a 3 year old girl in the back seat, I began to pear inside the back rear window of her truck to see if she was OK (I'm a healthcare professional). It was then I realized that I could not see inside the Tahoe! Anyway, things are working out due in large part to her insurance company (State Farm) who is exemplary. They have agreed to repair Ole Greenie so I should have her back in a few more weeks. Here are a few pics: __________________ John Paap Ole Greenie Hagerstown, MD My Mistress 70 CST Short/Step LS 5.3/4L65E New motor install Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=667773

10-04-2012, 09:59 PM	#2
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! WOW ,that sux .

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NuttinSpecial Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 207	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Well at least it will Be fixed. Still sucks tho. :/ Posted via Mobile Device __________________ *-Gunnar* Spending $ I Dont Have, On Things That I Dont Need, To Impress People I Dont Know, It's The Truth.

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weever82 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Posts: 551	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Sometimes accidents just happen and I applaud the way you acted with the woman in the Tahoe... That's somebody's wife and child in that car. Hope she gets fixed up fast! Weev- Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Weev- Life's tough...... It's even tougher when your stupid - John Wayne

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mightymouse Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Crowley TX Posts: 979	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! oh man , that was a beautiful truck. i hope they get you fixed back up

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Blue Baby Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Salina Kansas Posts: 48	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! So sorry Man!!! Glad everyone is ok!!! Great looking truck by the way, I'm sure it will be good as new before long. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=538329

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10-04-2012, 10:27 PM	#10
LEX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 884	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Damn, she must have been backing up at 30mph. Sucks. Nice truck and beautiful color. Posted via Mobile Device

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big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Glad to see that nobody was hurt and the truck is getting fixed...I would of needed medical help on me if my truck was hit.....as I would of had a heart attack.... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

10-05-2012, 02:19 AM	#14
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Sorry about the damage to your truck. At least nobody was hurt. I hope they get it back to before accident condition in short order. If you are lucky they won't try to write it off as being totaled & low ball you with their value like was done with me. In 1997 my 70 K5 got T-boned by a lady running a stop sign. Total repair estimate was $2500. They wanted to total it and tried to tell me it was only worth $1200. I handed the adjuster a box full of receipts totaling more than three times their repair estimate not including the base cost of the rig along with a photo album full of proof the work was done to that vehicle. They changed their tune rather quickly and fixed the Blazer at my shop of choice. __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 69 K20 lwb TBI 350 4L60E NP208 14-bolt Dana-44 w/disc 68 Camaro SS / RS 500hp 439 inch roller cam big block 4L80E 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

10-05-2012, 04:39 AM	#15
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! What a beautiful truck! Handled it with class...and yes, thank God for those options Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

10-05-2012, 07:29 AM	#16
chevy72pu Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sandersville, GA Posts: 298	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Wow man, that hurts. Every time I drive one of my "old" trucks I think about things like this. But, why have them if you ain't gonna drive them? You were a true Southern Gentleman. Two thumbs up and keep us posted on the repairs. __________________ How 'Bout them Dawgs! '10 Traverse LTZ 03 Silverado Z71 ext cab 99 Yamaha Grizzly 600 72 C10 350/350 sportside bed. 68 C30 flatbed. 350 4-speed. "I've got a good memory, it's just short!"

10-05-2012, 08:13 AM	#17
67anthony Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: mississippi Posts: 444	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Good luck that sux .

10-05-2012, 08:22 AM	#18
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,022	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Wow. Beautiful truck, hope it works out well for you. I insured mine yesterday with Hagerty for things just like this. Also thanks for your service to our country. __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394



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cerjio Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: coffeyville, Kansas Posts: 195	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Everytime I think about getting rid of all those extra parts I have collected, I read something like this an realise someday I'm going to need them !!!! Sorry to hear about your misfortune , an hope it will look like new again soon !!!!

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ZUBZ Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Posts: 354	Re: Oh Man! I just can't believe what just happened! Glad you all ok and the kid too....sorry about the truck.....at least you guys are so close to LMC and the likes thereof, if I have a fender bender I will need to order parts from the states, will take a while to arrive and shipping costs... $$$$$ __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ ZUBZ - C10 "GUS" - JOHANNESBURG, South Africa My 1970 C10 Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=542560

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