View Full Version : Overall, I really hate people
theGinsue
06-10-2013, 20:38
I came out to my car after work today (in an Air Force base parking lot) to find my passenger window shattered, yet still holding together in 1 sheet thanks to the window tint.
6 others, including 2 Air Force cops, agreed that it appeared to have been caused by someone trying to wedge the window open enough to get in that door. While nothing was taken (guessing the culprit high-tailed it when the glass shattered), I had left my way-outdated plain old no-camera un-smart phone on my passenger seat like I always do. Basically, everyone using that parking lot has a Security Clearance and is *supposed to be* trustworthy.
Now I'm looking at having to spend ~$200 to replace this window on an 18 year old car ($250 deductible on insurance...why even claim it and have my "risk" category increase?).
I'm deflated. Sometimes, most of the time, I really hate people these days.
that sucks ginsue im goin t pick and pull sat i can grab u a window pm me
Aw, man. That bites. And nobody saw anything, and the SPs didn't see anything, right?
...and they were after your outdated phone. That figures. :/
Used to be you could file a claim with the legal office and they would pay your deductible. Sorry you have to go through the hassle though.
jerrymrc
06-10-2013, 20:49
I would have thought that nobody would every try and break into your car. The truck yes but your car belongs in my hood where not a soul would look twice at it. [LOL]
SA Friday
06-10-2013, 20:51
If I had a Benji for some petty ass crime like bad checks or smurfing amphetamine pills from the BX being done by some local fricken civilian brought on base by an Airman. Sometimes they have access through one reason or another like a contract cleaning company.
DO NOT believe for a second you are completely secure behind the wire. Yes, the percentages on violent crime drop drastically on base, but property crime percentages stay the same.
ChunkyMonkey
06-10-2013, 20:55
I am really sorry to hear this again Ginsue... but as I posted on your FB.. yet I still chuckled at the first 3 words. So immature of me.
trlcavscout
06-10-2013, 21:00
People fucking suck and I am running out of places to hide the bodies or I would help you out! Sorry to hear that, been there before.
KestrelBike
06-10-2013, 21:02
Here's something to add to the "I Hate People" thread:
This douchebag with this s*** on his car:
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theGinsue
06-10-2013, 21:05
I am really sorry to hear this again Ginsue... but as I posted on your FB.. yet I still chuckled at the first 3 words. So immature of me.
I had to re-read what I wrote. That made me chuckle.
People fucking suck and I am running out of places to hide the bodies or I would help you out! Sorry to hear that, been there before.
I's a bit of a srive, but Don't forget alxone lives in Nebraska now - we've got a whole new state to stash 'em in.
ChunkyMonkey
06-10-2013, 21:06
check your FB inbox
JMBD2112
06-10-2013, 21:10
What kind of vehicle is it? If you don't mind me asking?
HoneyBadger
06-10-2013, 21:14
oh crap! I leave my truck unlocked in the parking lot all the time! Do you park by the North portals?
That sucks man, I have a bunch of out dated phones you could have. Also I have a new pair of game shears if you ever find out who it is ;)
Sent from my Otterbox Defended Tactical iPhone using High Capacity "Clips".
theGinsue
06-10-2013, 21:30
What kind of vehicle is it? If you don't mind me asking?
POS 1995 Toyota Celica hatchback. Um, it's a classic?
oh crap! I leave my truck unlocked in the parking lot all the time! Do you park by the North portals?
North portal parking lot, East side, was in second row of vehicles without the reserved signs.
theGinsue
06-10-2013, 21:44
check your FB inbox
Got it & replied. Thanks Ken!
HoneyBadger
06-10-2013, 21:45
North portal parking lot, East side, was in second row of vehicles without the reserved signs.
Oh, I park on the west side of the lot, so my truck will be safe. Obama told me so. [sheepshagger]
OtterbatHellcat
06-10-2013, 21:48
Ginsue, how totally bullshit that happened to you.
I'm sorry Brother.
I am not very fond of the general public, and have been that way for a long time.... shitbags that break and steal stuff are less than the worth of the nightstick that should be used to bash their head in with.
Are you sure it didn't just catch a rock from a lawn mowing crew or something?
Just trying to look on the bright side. Maybe nobody was trying to break in. Maybe just some sort of freak accident or something.
Dunecrazzy
06-10-2013, 21:51
I have been the victim of many tires slashed windows broken tools stolen and one van stolen. You just wish you could catch the bastard in the act.. Sorry to hear about your car. It's does Suck
theGinsue
06-10-2013, 21:51
that sucks ginsue im goin t pick and pull sat i can grab u a window pm me
If you wouldn't mind checking to see if they have one, that'd be great.
If you can find a glass, I'll help install it. Not hard just time consuming.
ChunkMonkey's checking on a source for me up in Denver & cofi is here. (Thanks guys!). If I can find one local, that would be best as I'd rather not drive to Denver without a window to get it replaced. I've never replaced a window before, but I've had them replaced (someone busted out my drivers side window on this same vehicle next to my home 15 months ago). I had Safelite replace that one and they did a shitty job. I remembered it only costing about $125, but my wife reminded me how much it actually cost (~$200).
HoneyBadger
06-10-2013, 21:51
Are you sure it didn't just catch a rock from a lawn mowing crew or something?
Just trying to look on the bright side. Maybe nobody was trying to break in. Maybe just some sort of freak accident or something.
Lol I'm sure he appreciates your optimism, but there's no grass anywhere near there and it wasn't even windy today.
Maybe it was the 95* heat? [Dunno]
JMBD2112
06-10-2013, 21:54
I'll check the yard tomorrow to see if we have one
First of all, before I read anything else. Get on the phone to local import junk yards. You should be able to get the glass for $50-$60, and if they can't install it for another $40, they'll know who can. Shouldn't cost you much more than $100.
Bailey Guns
06-10-2013, 22:00
Yeah, that sucks.
If it helps I have 16 acres and a really good friend (who doesn't talk much) who owns an excavating company. And Bailey's closer than NE. Just sayin'.
[Coffee]
If you get the glass I will replace it for you.
It always happens to the least deserving of the population... I'll explain after addressing Jerry's post...
I would have thought that nobody would every try and break into your car. The truck yes but your car belongs in my hood where not a soul would look twice at it. [LOL]
This is something I've always been confused by- in relation to Ginsue's issue my buddy had a '98 Honda Civic, parked in the lot behind Cervantes (25th & Welton- 5 Pts), POS car, you would think no one would look twice at it... one night- STOLEN!? My BMW, about 50x nicer (by my estimate- and cost about $13K more), been there several times and never once has it been touched. It could be that I have army plates, but I think the cesspool dwelling members of our *fine* society go after the easy prey- cars that don't have all that laser cut key, computer controlled, alarm system laden cars. It sucks these cretins roam our streets even.
Ginsue- If it ends up being more than your deductible, you can go ahead and file the claim, it's a comprehensive loss and therefore *Shouldn't* be a black mark on your record. Good luck!
theGinsue
06-10-2013, 22:23
Are you sure it didn't just catch a rock from a lawn mowing crew or something?
Just trying to look on the bright side. Maybe nobody was trying to break in. Maybe just some sort of freak accident or something.
Lol I'm sure he appreciates your optimism, but there's no grass anywhere near there and it wasn't even windy today.
Maybe it was the 95* heat? [Dunno]
Ray - like HoneyBadger said, nothing to mow anywhere near there (just crushed rock in the islands between rows).
Badger- I considered that as a possibility, but you could actually see where something slid something between the window & car body & along the same line was a crease in the shattered glass (there's no frame around the window on the door) with an impact point pushing out around the middle of the window. I think they were trying to get to my door lock which is forward & next to the door handle.
Ginsue- If it ends up being more than your deductible, you can go ahead and file the claim, it's a comprehensive loss and therefore *Shouldn't* be a black mark on your record. Good luck!
I figure if Safelite (one of the most expensive window replacement companies out there) charges below the deductible (which they do), it'll be totally on my dime. Plus, I've got 2 windshields needing replacement) - I don't need to risk cancellation due to filing too many claims.
ImNtUrBuddyGuy
06-10-2013, 22:40
It always happens to the least deserving of the population... I'll explain after addressing Jerry's post...
This is something I've always been confused by- in relation to Ginsue's issue my buddy had a '98 Honda Civic, parked in the lot behind Cervantes (25th & Welton- 5 Pts), POS car, you would think no one would look twice at it... one night- STOLEN!? My BMW, about 50x nicer (by my estimate- and cost about $13K more), been there several times and never once has it been touched. It could be that I have army plates, but I think the cesspool dwelling members of our *fine* society go after the easy prey- cars that don't have all that laser cut key, computer controlled, alarm system laden cars. It sucks these cretins roam our streets even.
Ginsue- If it ends up being more than your deductible, you can go ahead and file the claim, it's a comprehensive loss and therefore *Shouldn't* be a black mark on your record. Good luck!
Honda are some of the easiest cars steal. I grew up in a seedy area around some less than stellar people and I heard this all the time.
Here is an article to back it up:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/jimgorzelany/2012/08/20/the-10-most-stolen-vehicles/
Ginsue, you won't get canceled for filing a claim; but don't file a claim.
Ronin, how can you call yourself a car person and not understand why a '95 Civic would get stolen 59 times out of 60 times over your car?
ETA: It's not even that Hondas are easy to steal (which they are).
ChunkyMonkey
06-10-2013, 22:49
Ray - like HoneyBadger said, nothing to mow anywhere near there (just crushed rock in the islands between rows).
Badger- I considered that as a possibility, but you could actually see where something slid something between the window & car body & along the same line was a crease in the shattered glass (there's no frame around the window on the door) with an impact point pushing out around the middle of the window. I think they were trying to get to my door lock which is forward & next to the door handle.
I figure if Safelite (one of the most expensive window replacement companies out there) charges below the deductible (which they do), it'll be totally on my dime. Plus, I've got 2 windshields needing replacement) - I don't need to risk cancellation due to filing too many claims.
Maybe the bastard was trying to score some high end glass. I heard you like to keep expensive scopes in your vehicle.
hghclsswhitetrsh
06-10-2013, 22:51
Sons a bitches! Sorry ginsue, unfortunately I feel your pain! If you need someone choked unconscious just let me know.
Aloha_Shooter
06-10-2013, 22:58
Of course, this is the same base that 20-25 years ago had peacenik protesters get inside the fence every flipping year so they could pour blood on the grounds.
What a terrible Monday! There is a reason why people hate the first day of the week! I didn't have to deal with your pain but had to deal with a CO Dept of Labor and Unemployment Audit today. At least we were miserable together! [fail]
SA Friday
06-10-2013, 23:05
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Wow, that sucks.
I do hear where you're coming from. I like persons, but I do hate "people".
From Men in Black (1997)
Edwards (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000226/?ref_=tt_trv_qu): Why the big secret? People are smart. They can handle it.
Kay (http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000169/?ref_=tt_trv_qu): A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky dangerous animals and you know it. Fifteen hundred years ago everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, everybody knew the Earth was flat, and fifteen minutes ago, you knew that humans were alone on this planet. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow.
pickenup
06-10-2013, 23:39
Yup, some people SUCK.
Ginsue, you won't get canceled for filing a claim; but don't file a claim.
Ronin, how can you call yourself a car person and not understand why a '95 Civic would get stolen 59 times out of 60 times over your car?
ETA: It's not even that Hondas are easy to steal (which they are).
Oh I totally understand... I was just saying "Stolen!?" sarcastically, as in "You mean to tell me someone broke the law in 5 points?! Get outta here, that's crazy! /sarcasm." [Coffee]
JMBD2112
06-11-2013, 11:16
Ginsue I checked and we don't have anything in the yard, I do know a glass guy here in Parker if you want me to contact him
I've had luck with the yards right there at the bottom of garbage hill.
When I was on base in the Army, I had a lot more stuff stolen than when I lived in the ghetto. Anything that wasn't secured vanished quick. Set something down and turn your back and it's gone. I was really surprised to see that happening.
When I was on base in the Army, I had a lot more stuff stolen than when I lived in the ghetto. Anything that wasn't secured vanished quick. Set something down and turn your back and it's gone. I was really surprised to see that happening.
Just remember, there are no thieves in the Army, there is only one... Everyone else is just trying to get their stuff back. [ROFL1]
I've had luck with the yards right there at the bottom of garbage hill.
there expensive as hell IMO pick and pull is WAY cheaper
http://www.upullandpay.com/colorado-springs/home/
http://www.upullandpay.com/colorado-springs/part-prices
side glass is 26$
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