What would you have done? Guy lets his kid door ding the shit out of my truck.....
07-26-2010, 02:21 PM
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It's shocking that people out there are this inconsiderate/stupid. If it would have been my fault, I would have made everything right with the car owner. Why would anyone hit someones car when they were sitting in it, and then just walk away when they clearly saw it?? That guy should have his car keyed to **** just for being an idiot.
Personally I would have slashed 2 tires, that way he can't just slap the spare on and go replace it.
Personally I would have slashed 2 tires, that way he can't just slap the spare on and go replace it.
07-26-2010, 02:38 PM
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Some people cant afford the luxury of buying a FULLY EQUIPED car man. Im with you on what they did was wrong and he deserved what he got in return, but i hate when people ctitisize and lavel what other people drive as POS without knowing what kind of situatuion they are or what they going thru. I respect everybody and i think you should have approached the guy and asked him for his insurance. If he had refused, you can write down his plates and file a hit and run report, I have done it before
07-26-2010, 02:39 PM
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On my case there was no one parked next to me when I got there. Plus it just makes me mad when anyone parks way too close to my car. It's always people with big trucks or suvs...I mean if you can't park that big bitch find a different spot like in the back of the parking lot....lol!
07-26-2010, 03:04 PM
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I think you did the right thing. The smart thing probably would have been trying to get your car fixed by getting his insurance info, but the revenge temptation is a strong one. I can't say I blame you.
There was absolutely no point in getting out and giving the guy a beating or tongue lashing in front of his little boy. That would have been pretty disturbing for the kid to see. Kuddos to you for being aware of that and taking a different path.
There was absolutely no point in getting out and giving the guy a beating or tongue lashing in front of his little boy. That would have been pretty disturbing for the kid to see. Kuddos to you for being aware of that and taking a different path.
07-26-2010, 03:29 PM
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I would have politely asked the dad for his info. So he could pay for the damage out of his pocket or claim it on his insurance. If he acted like a dick and didnt want it make right for his kid denting your truck, I would file a police report. Thats what the responsible me says, my inner voice would tell me to flatten all 4 of his tires and leave him a note saying thank you for the dent..
07-26-2010, 03:36 PM
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X2 insurance claim. Happened to me before but the Guy war drunk and his buddy had his door open when he backed up and wedged his door in mine. Luckily someone wrote down his license plate number while I was in the store. He got arrested and his insurance paid for my damages. Then the day after we got it out of the shop my wife got t boned and totaled it. Damn the luck
07-26-2010, 04:55 PM
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I would have politely asked the dad for his info. So he could pay for the damage out of his pocket or claim it on his insurance. If he acted like a dick and didnt want it make right for his kid denting your truck, I would file a police report. Thats what the responsible me says, my inner voice would tell me to flatten all 4 of his tires and leave him a note saying thank you for the dent..
always pisses me off when people do this. ive had 2 different people leave paint (red and blue) on my white car, and guess what, neither left a note with their info. if i ever find out who it was, they'll likely be payin for a new windshield
. too bad though, i guess my cars just patriotic 
07-26-2010, 07:10 PM
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Something to consider since this is TX. Lets say you get out and into his face and he has a CHL. You don't think you would have a pistol pulled on you if not shot for your trouble? All he has to do is "fear for his life." Is a door ding worth that? Same thing goes for the revenge concept, or you may be on a seveilence camera or someone's cell camera getting your revenge and will be in court over it. Damn cameras are everywhere anymore.
The best bet would have been to try to get his insurance info.
The best bet would have been to try to get his insurance info.
07-26-2010, 07:17 PM
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Yes a nickel.
Considering this was on a military installation, no I was not worried about him carrying a piece as that is illegal.
As for the survellance camera idea that is also a no go, it happened in the parkinglot of the building I work in. I would know if there was cameras.
Someone's cell camera? Your watching too many movies lol.
Something to consider since this is TX. Lets say you get out and into his face and he has a CHL. You don't think you would have a pistol pulled on you if not shot for your trouble? All he has to do is "fear for his life." Is a door ding worth that? Same thing goes for the revenge concept, or you may be on a seveilence camera or someone's cell camera getting your revenge and will be in court over it. Damn cameras are everywhere anymore.
The best bet would have been to try to get his insurance info.
The best bet would have been to try to get his insurance info.
As for the survellance camera idea that is also a no go, it happened in the parkinglot of the building I work in. I would know if there was cameras.
Someone's cell camera? Your watching too many movies lol.
07-26-2010, 07:30 PM
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You have to be careful these days. You can get a gun pulled on you quick. Besides the fact i would never let my kid do that, if someone jumped in my face like that they would have my sc xd40 in their face real quick.
Screaming and yelling like a little kid would accomplish nothing. Ill side with Rc on this one, not saying I wouldnt be damn tempted tear his head off though
Screaming and yelling like a little kid would accomplish nothing. Ill side with Rc on this one, not saying I wouldnt be damn tempted tear his head off though
07-26-2010, 07:34 PM
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So this was in the parking lot of the building you work in? Chances are this guy knows it was you that fucked his truck up. Better hope he doesnt see your truck around. With that said...i woulda done the same thing lol.
07-26-2010, 08:21 PM
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Yes a nickel.
Considering this was on a military installation, no I was not worried about him carrying a piece as that is illegal.
As for the survellance camera idea that is also a no go, it happened in the parkinglot of the building I work in. I would know if there was cameras.
Someone's cell camera? Your watching too many movies lol.
Considering this was on a military installation, no I was not worried about him carrying a piece as that is illegal.
As for the survellance camera idea that is also a no go, it happened in the parkinglot of the building I work in. I would know if there was cameras.
Someone's cell camera? Your watching too many movies lol.
I watch too many movies huh? Apparently you don't watch the news and haven't heard of youtube. There are a lot of video feeds from cell cameras or the other small video sources taken by people that were in the right (or wrong) place at the right time. Remember Rodney King? That video wasn't from a news station. Again, cameras are everywhere.
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