I had a friend of mine.. now ex friend... NO JOKE!!! He backed square into the front fascia.. tearing up the fascia... and damaged both fender's also... I AM SOOO PISSSSSED RIGHT NOW!!!! I 'll have to go to the backup fender's and now I don't even know what I'm going to do about another fascia... I am now completely broke because of this car and have noooo more $ for a fascia... Sorry i guess I'm just venting!!!! Damn, NO DAYTONA NOW!!! The bad part is.. of course I had just finished *smooothing* the fascia and the fender's together...
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Posts: 927 From: Red Deer, Alberta, Canada Registered: Dec 2001
Originally posted by 85GToronto: That sucks man, no insurance......?
No... I had'nt got it insured as of yet because It's not finished... Even the registration say's 10/95...lol I live on a lake and I have been just driving it around the *neighborhood. I have lived here for the last 12 year's and have seen 3 sherriff's out here in that time!! errrrr I am still pissed. I had called him over to come look at the fascia because I had just got fifished with it yesterday. So I guess that mean's he did'nt like it?? The fascia is totallllllled. See that's what fiberglass can do... break NOT bend like that OEM fascia's!!
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GarethWright Member
Posts: 400 From: Broken Arrow, Ok, USA Registered: Oct 2000
What did he do, a hit and run? I assume you can still get hold of him somehow, get him to pay for it. If push comes to shove you may be able to get a vandalism charge, or hit and run. I am really sorry to hear about the damage, is it worth trying to repair it at all, or a complete write off?
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lowfunds Member
Posts: 177 From: Sturgis,MI USA Registered: Jun 2000
He hit your car on your property? You don't have insurance? You live on a lake? Do you own a Wood Chipper?
If you answered yes to all the questions you should invite him back over show him how the Chipper works, make sure it is next to the lake, and that the sheriff is not around.
Smoooooth - Tell us what you need to get everything repaired as far as parts - I'll see what I can do from this end
------------------ ( the above was the thoughts, views, and opinions of a disgruntled Fiero mechanic, and do not express or imply those of West Coast Fiero, Fieros West, or any other organization - just that of this poor bastard ) :) Eric Nelson Technician, West Coast Fiero 310-305-4111
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Cheever3000 Member
Posts: 12400 From: The Man from Tallahassee Registered: Aug 2001
Yeah, then all you gotta say is "That was the darndest case of suicide I ever saw!"
But man, somehow I just knew something like this was going to happen. I mean, you're doing something that can't be simply replaced. It's not the same as when one of us buys & installs lots of aftermarket custom goodies. What you got there is something that if it gets messed up, you gotta start over. Of course I'm not telling you anything you don't already know, it's just for the benefit of others to know the magnitude of this crisis.
Sorry it happened. I've been dyin' to see it.
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artherd Member
Posts: 4159 From: Petaluma, CA. USA Registered: Apr 2001
That sucks man!!! File a police report, that's vandalism, and you deserve restitution in full for your lost time and property.
In the meantime, what do you need? Let's get together and help Smooth out!
I wanna see your car in Viper Yellow!
Best! Ben.
------------------ Ben Cannon 88 Formula, T-top, Metalic Red. "Every Man Dies, not every man really Lives" 88 Formula, Northstar, Silver, In-Progreess. -Mel Gibson, "Braveheart"
Jeez, after all that work? If I can help you get it back together somehow, lemme know. If it's a part I have on hand, just cover the shipping and it's yours.
Doni.
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Well $hit... I have been looking through 6 boneyard's... and ALL I found was an 84 coupe with a tear in it... I can fix it but... DAMN... I don't want to pur pad's on the front of my car!!!! and I don't have 300.00 for a new one from the FieroStore!!! I started to make a mold out of it before I installed ... But, I thought that I could do it later!! Not now!!! I talked to the guy that hit it (Jerry) and he DOES'NT HAVE INSURANCE!!! He feel's real bad for doing it and he's one opf those type's that live Friday to Friday..... He does'nt have the money to fix or replace!!! I don't have a clue what to do now!!! errr..... I want to post picture's ... But I can't... It would show some of the car.. and since I don't want to show anything yet.. I'll have to wait to post some!! Thank's to all that want to help... I really don't know which way to go...LoL The ONLY reason that I have'nt kicked the $hit out of Jerry is because being a single Dad.. I can't go to jail..... My daughter IS MORE INPORTANT THE MY FIERO!!!!! I might get flames for not kicking his aS$... That's OK....
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Formula88 Member
Posts: 53788 From: Raleigh NC Registered: Jan 2001
Originally posted by Smoooooth GT: The ONLY reason that I have'nt kicked the $hit out of Jerry is because being a single Dad.. I can't go to jail..... My daughter IS MORE INPORTANT THE MY FIERO!!!!! I might get flames for not kicking his aS$... That's OK....
You're a good man.
I hate to hear about the damage! I remember when you joined the Forum. I've been watching your car go from idea to reality. This really sucks. I'll keep my eyes out for an Aero nose for you.
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MsBeth Member
Posts: 1002 From: Athens, AL USA Registered: Jun 2001
Well, Thank you EVERYONE who has offered help... You have nooo idea how much it mean's to me!!! Being a single Dad, I don't go out hardly go out at all.hat mean really not that many friend's!! Well, I have the forum guy's and babe's... Ya'll are my MAIN friend's!! Thank you again for being here for me! I don't have a clue what to do about the aero fascia... These are the time's I wish I believed in credit card's...LoL Anyway... Thank's for the support.. Steve *SmoothGT*
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ferrari_momo Member
Posts: 1252 From: oklahoma, oklahoma. USA Registered: Mar 2001
Smoooth.. Man, wish i could help. Down to 1 gallon of resins Would have hooked u up w/ frontend clip. I am doomed. Will the ex-friend pay you in the future? It know it is very hard being a single dad w/ 2 kids. I tell ya, it is hard being single and looking, lol. Umm, may be looking when I am back on my feet, hehehe. Ok, let us pray and keep our chins up. As long as we are alive, we can do it bud. Just like the movies, good guys always lose at first but gain all and gain big at the end Pat Kalsmith The fibersmith duud.
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AgaricX Member
Posts: 1165 From: A genetics lab somewhere in TX, USA Registered: Aug 2001
Damn, Steve! I really hate to hear that. I was really looking forward to seeing the finished product. It takes a hell of a man to hold back and not do what you wanted to do...kicking that guys butt, and shows that you have your priorities in order...your daughter. I do wish you luck and I will have Jim keep an eye open at the junkyards around here since he goes to them more often than I do. Kathy
------------------ '84 Indy w/66K actual miles, second owner Also: 84SE, 87GT and 88GT
Originally posted by AgaricX: Well, I symapthize with being a single dad. I've been one for 6 years.
I have an 87 coupe nose you can have. Hell, I'll deliver it if you need me too. I only live in Longview.
Let me know!
Dang, All this support is great!! This is why everybody here IS my BEST FRIEND!! Thank's for the offer.. But, at this time I really need to keep hunting for a aero nose right now... I don't think a coupe nose will look right.. If I can't find one or someone that can bill me on a 6 month polan then I might have to take you up on the offer. Man, Thank's again... Steve
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Mach10 Member
Posts: 7375 From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Registered: Jan 2001
Smoooooooth..... I have an 86SE Notchback Aeronose. I was recently hit in the drivers side where the fender and nose piece join up. My nose is in great shape otherwise. I am looking to replace it because of the MINOR cracks on the driver's side, but since I can't do fiberglass, I can't repair it. You can have it for the cost of shipping. And, since one of you guys out there has an aeronose you were gonna give him anyways, I would be willing to take that off of your hands... LMAO. Since he is going to be fiberglassing anyways, it won't matter if he gets a few cracks....
I am SO sorry to hear that Smooth.. I really do feel for you, and I know what it is like.
I spent 3 years restoring a 1964 Ford Falcon Future 2 door hard top. I hunted for a front clip for the car for over a year, and when I finally found one, I drove 1900 miles to get it. I got the car assembled, and my neighbor's brother totalled the car one night after he had a few beers. He hit it with his truck. I had invested my life in that car.... I really do sympathize man.
PS, The nose was a legit thing.
------------------ "I- will be watching over you I- am gonna help you see it through I- will protect you in the night I- am smiling next to you, in Silent Lucidity" --- Queensryche
Dude, How hard could it be to "fix" the damage? Did he hit it at speed? both fenders?? come on, I think your not telling the whole story! Drape a bed sheet over the rest of the body and show me the damage!! I will become the NINJA retaliator for ya!!!wink wink
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Smoooooth GT Member
Posts: 8823 From: Lake Palestine, Texas Registered: Jun 2001
Originally posted by revin: Dude, How hard could it be to "fix" the damage? Did he hit it at speed? both fenders?? come on, I think your not telling the whole story! Drape a bed sheet over the rest of the body and show me the damage!! I will become the NINJA retaliator for ya!!!wink wink
Well, I don't think I can fix it... It broke both fender's because they were *smoothed* in with the nose... It broke them both where that was done... I have another set of fender's that are already modified... I'm going to use those!! I talked to him again this morning and he said he could give me $20-25.00 a week... Ohh that will really help huh?? The fascia is in 4 peices now...I played with it lastnight and It can't be fixed... I don't know how fast he was going as I had already gone in the house... he was driving a S-10... anyway's thanks for all the sympathy...lol
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Posts: 8823 From: Lake Palestine, Texas Registered: Jun 2001
Originally posted by Smoooooth GT: Synthesis, If I can't come up with one... I'll take you up on the offer!!! The Notchback's and Fastback's aero are the same right??
Anyone know how much shipping would be on a fascia from Mn. to Texas???
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Shouldn't be to expensive.. I had Al Figolis from alabama (spelling??) ship me an 88 back fascia to Michigan. I had an 84 on my formula and it came out to be total 90-100 total think shipping was 15-20 bucks? but its been awhile
I feel for you man, I know how I seem to do nothing but work on my car too. (Single dad also) The countless hours are more valuable that the cost of the damaged parts to me. Hope you get things back on track real soon.
Well now at least you will know what WILL happen when some other dumb a$$ on driving would do to it!
I wonder if there is a way we can strengthen the bonding of the two parts, I can crack my Ft air dam I found out (Curb)but it is where the two parts come together. So just it's a glass job all over again.rough! Do you know what I am saying?? Like add some Laytex to the resin mix so it's more plyable/giving?
This is makeing me think to much...Dam IT!! how far away is tyler from austin? I will come get you THIS weekend and drag you and the little one down here and let's go get the nose at my local yard! check pm
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m0sh_man Member
Posts: 8460 From: south charleston WV 25309 Registered: Feb 2002
Well if you need money help on shipping just let me know ill send you a couple bucks, if you have a paypal account maybe between the 4000 or so of us we can give you enough for shipping of the fascia the other guy has, so just pm me and let me know ill start you off with a $5 donation to a paypal account, thats a start atleast, im guessing shipping to be 20-40 bucks.
matthew
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malacite Member
Posts: 2213 From: Casselberry Fl 32707 Registered: Oct 2001
Smoooth. You are more than welcome to it, but I NEED to find a front fender (Drivers side stock) and a front clip for mine first. My car is my daily driver, and minnesota law says you have to have a front bumper on your vehicle.... Without the clip, even if I have the honeycombs in there, the law will pull me over and impound my car... If ANYONE has a spare Front AERONOSE and fender laying around for an 86 or newer (Or even the newer GT Nose and all necessary parts like fender skirts and so on so forth), that they don't need, feel free to donate to mine and Smooth's cause.... He needs a front end, he can have mine which has minor damage but can be fixed real easy. So, donate one to me, he can have mine, and we are ALL happy!! lol (PS If the color matches MY car, I would kiss you)
------------------ "I- will be watching over you I- am gonna help you see it through I- will protect you in the night I- am smiling next to you, in Silent Lucidity" --- Queensryche
"It Hurts! It Hurts! Do it again!!"
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Smoooooth GT Member
Posts: 8823 From: Lake Palestine, Texas Registered: Jun 2001
Thank's EVERYBODY for the help and idea's... I sent a PM to WCF... I'm waiting on a response from them... I'll know more about my situation when I get something back from them!!! Revin, Thanks for the offer to pick us up and going to Austin.. But I have to work this weekend... Like I said I'm going to wait and see what Eric say's!!! Thank's again Moshman, Synthesis, Malasite,etc...
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I had'nt got it insured as of yet because It's not finished... Even the registration say's 10/95...lol I live on a lake and I have been just driving it around the *neighborhood. I have lived here for the last 12 year's and have seen 3 sherriff's out here in that time!! errrrr I am still pissed. I had called him over to come look at the fascia because I had just got fifished with it yesterday. So I guess that mean's he did'nt like it?? The fascia is totallllllled. See that's what fiberglass can do... break NOT bend like that OEM fascia's!!
. Sorry to hear man, hope everthing works out ok.
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