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back alley
08-22-2005, 15:17
so, last week the muffler went on my car.

when they went in to replace it they discovered my gas tank was leaking.
couldn't be repaired so had to replace it.

today, i found my car had been broken into, passenger glass shattered, my aftermarket stereo gone and the faceplate holding it all in was destroyed.

i'd cry if i could stop laughing.

i hope it's over now...

joe
FrankS
08-22-2005, 15:24
Sorry to hear about your bad luck. The saying: "If it wasn't for bad luck, I'd have no luck at all," seems to apply.

Guess you have to weather the troughs to experience the crests. :)
Kin Lau
08-22-2005, 15:31
Sorry to hear about that. Look at the bright side... they didn't take your P's.
captainslack
08-22-2005, 16:00
When it rains it pours.... :(
peter_n
08-22-2005, 16:04
Sorry to hear this Joe - will your insurance cover?
FrankS
08-22-2005, 16:09
Insurance claim = new P.

There's a silver lining in every cloud.
Brian Sweeney
08-22-2005, 16:13
Bummer. Like stated, they didn't get your treasures.

Which Firesign Theater Record had:
"And remember, surrounding every silver lining, there's a dark cloud!"
JoeFriday
08-22-2005, 16:37
those things always happen in 3's... muffler, gas tank, stereo.. the worst has passed *knock on wood*
back alley
08-22-2005, 16:37
insurance?
thieves in disguise...

vandalism vs, theft.
with a $250 deductible maybe not worth it.

after the fact the 'rules' are uncovered.

my stereo was not 'factory' and i failed to inform them...
when theft occurs it is no longer vandalism...

it might all be covered but then again it might not.
the future will tell.

i'm in a foul mood, i want a cigar!

joe
back alley
08-22-2005, 16:57
When it rains it pours.... :(


i just put uv or some filter on all of my lenses and double checked my wrist straps.

not taking any chances for awhile.
:bang:
joe
FrankS
08-22-2005, 17:20
I bet I could get a classic portrait of Joe in a foul mood by snatching that cigar out of his mouth and snapping a picture!
JoeFriday
08-22-2005, 17:29
I've had 3 stereos stolen from various cars, valued around $8k in all.. never got a dime from insurance.. most insurance companies have exclusions for aftermarket stereos, as well as any cds stolen.. you'd have to have additional coverage for that.. thieves, is right

I finally gave up and stayed with the factory system.. it's ok but could definitely use a good 4-channel amp.. I'd settle for 75 wpc RMS.. but then I'd want new speakers, too.. and while I'm at it, I might as well get that nice Alpine system that controls my iPod.. so I'm back up to $2000 minimum.. arrrr!
FrankS
08-22-2005, 17:32
Brett, maybe you could rig up an AC converter (or is it inverter?) to power a Scott tube amp for your car.
FrankS
08-22-2005, 17:39
Joe with hair: http://www.cbc.ca/news/obit/karsh/gfx/churchill_portrait.jpg

(friendly)
ChrisN
08-22-2005, 18:53
Fancy stereo? I stuck a cheap amp under the seat, with a lead and connector to my MP3 player. When I leave the car, the player goes with me, and there's nothing to see and tempt the thieves.
CleverName
08-22-2005, 19:08
I once had a $30. stereo stolen from my car. The thieves broke out my driver side window to get it, even though I always left my car unlocked. I didn't want anyone breaking a $60. window to get a $30. stereo.
bruenhilde
08-22-2005, 23:24
insurance?
thieves in disguise...
joe

Sorry to hear about misfortunes with your car, Joe.

Insurance companies = Thieves <----> Yes, yes, I agree with your opinion of them. Don't ask me why ? :mad:
rover
08-23-2005, 01:39
Joe with hair: http://www.cbc.ca/news/obit/karsh/gfx/churchill_portrait.jpg

(friendly)


:D :D :D :D :D :D

This does suck Joe (the car woes, not the portrait :) ) Hang in there, collect your nuts and berries for your winter stores. More serious concerns are on the way, like the snow. When do you start shoveling the stuff? (pathetic attempt at changing the subject)
Skinny McGee
08-23-2005, 03:04
I hope their legs grow together!!!!
oftheherd
08-23-2005, 03:10
Really tough, Joe. So sorry to hear of your misfortunes. Hope it's all over.
back alley
08-23-2005, 06:13
ok, i'm not making this sh*t up.

i go out to my car this morning and my driver's side lock won't work.
put in the key and it does not turn!

i'm afraid to leave the house now...

joe
BJ Bignell
08-23-2005, 06:17
Dude, that sucks. Sorry to hear about your stereo, hopefully the insurance company will be understanding.

Good luck with everything.
rover
08-23-2005, 09:36
How does the new car fund look?
JoeFriday
08-23-2005, 10:25
Brett, maybe you could rig up an AC converter (or is it inverter?) to power a Scott tube amp for your car.

Frank, a few years back there was a car amp that ran on tubes.. TubeDriver.. the sound quality was actually better than the McIntosh amp that I had at the time (I paid $900, btw).. I really wanted to pick up a TubeDriver, but they suddenly disappeared from the market.. probably had problems with tubes breaking due to vibration or temperature extremes