bad 'car'ma

[back alley]

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]

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]

Sorry to hear about that. Look at the bright side... they didn't take your P's.

 

[captainslack]

When it rains it pours.... 🙁

 

[peter_n]

Sorry to hear this Joe - will your insurance cover?

 

[FrankS]

Insurance claim = new P.

There's a silver lining in every cloud.

 

[Sonnar Brian]

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]

those things always happen in 3's... muffler, gas tank, stereo.. the worst has passed *knock on wood*

 

[back alley]

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]

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]

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]

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]

Brett, maybe you could rig up an AC converter (or is it inverter?) to power a Scott tube amp for your car.

 

[FrankS]

Joe with hair: http://www.cbc.ca/news/obit/karsh/gfx/churchill_portrait.jpg

(friendly)

 

[ChrisN]

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]

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]

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 ? 😡

 

[rover]

Joe with hair: http://www.cbc.ca/news/obit/karsh/gfx/churchill_portrait.jpg

(friendly)

😀 😀 😀 😀 😀 😀

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]

I hope their legs grow together!!!!

 

[oftheherd]

Really tough, Joe. So sorry to hear of your misfortunes. Hope it's all over.