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Old Aug 13, 2007 | 06:47 AM
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Had a safe trip to PA on Saturday and was pretty cool driving up and back because we got lots of compliments on the car while on 95 I gotta tell ya I have a new outlook on cops...at least Philly ones...VA still sucks...sorry Steve. Anyway I can't say enough thanks to Steve for all he did. First it was so great for him to get the tranny for me in the first place. He met us at a little shopping center so we wouldnt get lost and handed me over a big bag of philly pretzels! Then he escorted us back to the station. I'm glad he did because I got the ******* in that part of town! This guy has to be one of the nicest people I've ever met but to be a cop and be that nice is unreal!! He's sooo nice! We got to see the station and he told us all about some of the special vehicles there too. One of his partners showed up on this totally awesome bike which has to be one of the nicest one's I'ver ever seen. Talk about detail!

Anyway Steve is a top class guy and Steve...I really feel I have not payed you back enough for all that you have done! I really wish we couldve taken you to lunch...and gotten that cheesesteak at the least for you. He takes care of business there and isnt messing around much with speeders....he takes on the big guys...the real criminals..drugs/shootings etc.


We took a few shots of my car with all the cop cars around and I even got to sit in one....front and back! One thing I know for sure is that I'll always be safe in Philly with Steve on patrol! I hope we get to go up there again soon and take Steve to lunch or dinner for his kindness and genorousity!


Here are some pics taken on Saturday. Nothing special but just wanted to show them



Steve and Tim with all the swat vehicles








Check out the pics Tim took of PHATKOPS buddy's bike..

http://projectgangreen.smugmug.com/g...3298976#P-1-15

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Old Aug 13, 2007 | 09:22 AM
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Yea staties, and Philly police(big departments, not easy to get into) are alright in PA, it's the local/regional cops that can be the biggest dicks. Like they have a chip on their shoulder to show their authority... Good to hear you got to meet one who could demonstrate how helpful a policeman can be.

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Old Aug 13, 2007 | 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by 99Hawk6spd
Yea staties, and Philly police(big departments, not easy to get into) are alright in PA, it's the local/regional cops that can be the biggest dicks. Like they have a chip on their shoulder to show their authority... Good to hear you got to meet one who could demonstrate how helpful a policeman can be.

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Thats true for the most part. Theres some cool locals cops and some shitty troopers.
Virginia is by far the worst. I ******* hate that state. I get pulled over almost everytime in that state. I have driven most states east of missippi alot and Va takes the cake easy for those shitty troopers. NJ staties may #2
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Old Aug 13, 2007 | 11:06 AM
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Yep VA sucks...which is why I got the plate I did for the daily driver. Going to put them on tonight
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Old Aug 14, 2007 | 10:03 AM
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U wont find a better guy than Steve.
He's been my friend for 10yrs plus and is a GREAT Father/Grand Pop,a good hearted person who would give u the shirt off his back.

He also puts out a nice spread on the high holidays

He's 2 generation police as is his 2 brothers and they are SERIOUS when it comes to being Police officers....


Wow,I never really seen your car Flamin
Its beautuful

Steve will be in the nines on spray come the fall

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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 09:32 AM
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Michelle, Show the photo's where your sitting in a Highway Patrol car. (the back seat)

I'm still in Kentucky. Coming home Friday afternoon. Remember, if there is anything I could do for you, just let me know.

Your favorite Philly Bootcop,
Steve
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 09:59 AM
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JS....thanks for the comoliments on the car and yes you have a great dad!!

Steve! Hey I was going to call you and thank you again for all your kindness but I didnt want to bother you on vacation. I just cant say enough good things about you!! I have something planned though to do in return but just give me some time. I can post up that pic when I get home. That was a funny pic wasnt it??
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 01:46 PM
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Oh he isnt my dad
Hell I'm only 5 yrs younger than him....

I was just saying how well he treats his daughter,grand kids and family
He's a perfect model of a true man,very kind,loving and devoted to his family and friends.
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ohh.....sorry my bad
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