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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #322647 is a reply to message #322640] Fri, 25 August 2017 17:45 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Brian K is currently offline  Brian K   United States
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Dave,

Sorry to hear about your loss. I am on my way back in my GMC 1977 Eleganza from Wyoming, after breaking down there late last month on my "intended" 3000 mile round trip from Seattle to Albuquerque (the distributor went out). Having been on the side of the road a few times myself, I really feel for you and am very glad your wife only had minor injuries. I live in Bellevue if you ever need help.

I do know that the forum does have a lot of doom and gloom, but many times newbies like me learn from the sage advice. I'm hoping the remaining 1100 miles home will be "uneventful" (knock wood!!).

Brian


Brian K 1977 Eleganza II, TZE167V100261 Sherman Oaks, CA Rebuilt 455, New brake system, a lot of Original Equipment ready to fall apart (discovering more as I go along....)

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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #322667 is a reply to message #322640] Fri, 25 August 2017 21:21 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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If you can buy it back from the insurance company, Mike Miller has two Birchavens for sale in Hillsboro. One is a runner with an engine noise and the other was going to be a project. Might be a good place to put all your salvaged good parts.

https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/rvs/d/gmc-birchaven-motorhomes-2/6271308519.html


Carl Stouffer '75 ex Palm Beach Tucson, AZ. Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #322668 is a reply to message #322667] Fri, 25 August 2017 23:17 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Dave,
Do you have an agreed upon value policy?
My PO subjected getting an agreed upon value policy with progressive to
eliminate getting a surprise low blue book value settlement.
John Phillips,
1975 Avion
Rancho Cordova, CA



On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 7:21 PM, Carl Stouffer wrote:

> If you can buy it back from the insurance company, Mike Miller has two
> Birchavens for sale in Hillsboro. One is a runner with an engine noise and
> the
> other was going to be a project. Might be a good place to put all your
> salvaged good parts.
>
> https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/rvs/d/gmc-birchaven-
> motorhomes-2/6271308519.html
> --
> Carl Stouffer
> '75 ex Palm Beach
> Tucson, AZ.
> Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive,
> Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American
> Eagles,
> Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #322682 is a reply to message #322668] Sat, 26 August 2017 13:19 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Where abouts in bellevue are you Brian?

Sully
77 eleganza 2
Bellevue, Wa.

On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 9:18 PM John Phillips
wrote:

> Dave,
> Do you have an agreed upon value policy?
> My PO subjected getting an agreed upon value policy with progressive to
> eliminate getting a surprise low blue book value settlement.
> John Phillips,
> 1975 Avion
> Rancho Cordova, CA
>
>
>
> On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 7:21 PM, Carl Stouffer wrote:
>
>> If you can buy it back from the insurance company, Mike Miller has two
>> Birchavens for sale in Hillsboro. One is a runner with an engine noise
> and
>> the
>> other was going to be a project. Might be a good place to put all your
>> salvaged good parts.
>>
>> https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/rvs/d/gmc-birchaven-
>> motorhomes-2/6271308519.html
>> --
>> Carl Stouffer
>> '75 ex Palm Beach
>> Tucson, AZ.
>> Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive,
>> Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American
>> Eagles,
>> Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
>>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #322737 is a reply to message #322682] Sun, 27 August 2017 11:19 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Brian K is currently offline  Brian K   United States
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Sully,

I'm living near "Crossroads", by Bel-Red and 148th. I'm renting a house from the same client/friend who sold me my GMC!! Hahaha. I used to live in Issaquah.

He's a great guy but his place is out in Bremerton now, and it's just too much of a haul to take it there all the time for service. I found some one up in Lynnwood who was recommended by a former GMC owner and they seemed trustworthy. When I took it to him, he found out that that most of my brakes were shot.

As I mentioned in my other post, I'm heading home now from Wyoming, after my distributor failed. So far I've gotten about 600 miles without a hitch. However, I'd love to find some local, knowledgeable people in Washington who can look over my coach and let me know what else needs attention. I'd love to be able to take it down to Allied and leave it for an inspection--but that climb from Medford to Redding scares the crap out of me!!

Brian



sgltrac wrote on Sat, 26 August 2017 11:19
Where abouts in bellevue are you Brian?

Sully
77 eleganza 2
Bellevue, Wa.

On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 9:18 PM John Phillips
wrote:

> Dave,
> Do you have an agreed upon value policy?
> My PO subjected getting an agreed upon value policy with progressive to
> eliminate getting a surprise low blue book value settlement.
> John Phillips,
> 1975 Avion
> Rancho Cordova, CA
>
>
>
> On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 7:21 PM, Carl Stouffer wrote:
>
>> If you can buy it back from the insurance company, Mike Miller has two
>> Birchavens for sale in Hillsboro. One is a runner with an engine noise
> and
>> the
>> other was going to be a project. Might be a good place to put all your
>> salvaged good parts.
>>
>> https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/rvs/d/gmc-birchaven-
>> motorhomes-2/6271308519.html
>> --
>> Carl Stouffer
>> '75 ex Palm Beach
>> Tucson, AZ.
>> Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive,
>> Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American
>> Eagles,
>> Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
>>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329195 is a reply to message #322737] Thu, 15 February 2018 23:05 Go to previous messageGo to next message
johnd01 is currently offline  johnd01   United States
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Dave,
Can you give us an update?
How did things work out?
Did you get a decent settlement?
Did you buy your coach back?
John
75 Avion
Rancho Cordova, CA.

On Sun, Aug 27, 2017 at 9:19 AM, Brian Krikorian wrote:

> sgltrac wrote on Sat, 26 August 2017 11:19
>> Where abouts in bellevue are you Brian?
>>
>> Sully,
>>
>> I'm living near "Crossroads", by Bel-Red and 148th. I'm renting a house
> from the same client/friend who sold me my GMC!! Hahaha. I used to live
>> in Issaquah.
>>
>> He's a great guy but his place is out in Bremerton now, and it's just
> too much of a haul to take it there all the time for service. I found some
>> one up in Lynnwood who was recommended by a former GMC owner and they
> seemed trustworthy. When I took it to him, he found out that that most of
> my
>> brakes were shot.
>>
>> As I mentioned in my other post, I'm heading home now from Wyoming,
> after my distributor failed. So far I've gotten about 600 miles without a
>> hitch. However, I'd love to find some local, knowledgeable people in
> Washington who can look over my coach and let me know what else needs
>> attention. I'd love to be able to take it down to Allied and leave it
> for an inspection--but that climb from Medford to Redding scares the crap
> out
>> of me!!
>>
>> Bria
>>
>>
>>
>> Sully
>> 77 eleganza 2
>> Bellevue, Wa.
>>
>> On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 9:18 PM John Phillips
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Dave,
>>> Do you have an agreed upon value policy?
>>> My PO subjected getting an agreed upon value policy with progressive
> to
>>> eliminate getting a surprise low blue book value settlement.
>>> John Phillips,
>>> 1975 Avion
>>> Rancho Cordova, CA
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Fri, Aug 25, 2017 at 7:21 PM, Carl Stouffer wrote:
>>>
>>>> If you can buy it back from the insurance company, Mike Miller has
> two
>>>> Birchavens for sale in Hillsboro. One is a runner with an engine
> noise
>>> and
>>>> the
>>>> other was going to be a project. Might be a good place to put all
> your
>>>> salvaged good parts.
>>>>
>>>> https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/rvs/d/gmc-birchaven-
>>>> motorhomes-2/6271308519.html
>>>> --
>>>> Carl Stouffer
>>>> '75 ex Palm Beach
>>>> Tucson, AZ.
>>>> Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final
> drive,
>>>> Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American
>>>> Eagles,
>>>> Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
>>>>
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>>>
>>>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329343 is a reply to message #322564] Tue, 20 February 2018 19:30 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Here is Dave's replacement coach.
It's a real nice, 26 footer with one-ton conversion, Hot Shot Alloy wheels, dry bath.
And it has an altimeter.
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/data/500/medium/20171230_161139.jpg


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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329349 is a reply to message #329343] Tue, 20 February 2018 20:35 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Bill

Can't see it!

Mike in NS



On Tue, Feb 20, 2018 at 9:30 PM, Bill Wevers wrote:

> Here is Dave's replacement coach.
> It's a real nice, 26 footer with one-ton conversion, Hot Shot Alloy
> wheels, dry bath.
> And it has an altimeter.
>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329352 is a reply to message #329349] Tue, 20 February 2018 21:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Kingsley Coach wrote on Tue, 20 February 2018 21:35
Bill

Can't see it!

Mike in NS



On Tue, Feb 20, 2018 at 9:30 PM, Bill Wevers wrote:

> Here is Dave's replacement coach.
> It's a real nice, 26 footer with one-ton conversion, Hot Shot Alloy
> wheels, dry bath.
> And it has an altimeter.
>
> --
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> 1975 Glenbrook - Manny Powerdrive, OneTon
> 455 F Block, G heads
> San Jose
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Try this

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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329358 is a reply to message #329352] Wed, 21 February 2018 07:29 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Tks...lookin' good!

On Tue, Feb 20, 2018 at 11:43 PM, Tom Lins wrote:

> Kingsley Coach wrote on Tue, 20 February 2018 21:35
>> Bill
>>
>> Can't see it!
>>
>> Mike in NS
>>
>>
>>
>> On Tue, Feb 20, 2018 at 9:30 PM, Bill Wevers wrote:
>>
>>> Here is Dave's replacement coach.
>>> It's a real nice, 26 footer with one-ton conversion, Hot Shot Alloy
>>> wheels, dry bath.
>>> And it has an altimeter.
>>>
>>> --
>>> Bill Wevers GMC49ers, GMC Western States
>>> 1975 Glenbrook - Manny Powerdrive, OneTon
>>> 455 F Block, G heads
>>> San Jose
>>>
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>> 1977 Eleganza II 26-3
>> Antigonish, NS
>>
>> Life is too short to hold a grudge; slash some tires and call it even !
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> p64580-davesnewcoach.html
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>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329365 is a reply to message #322564] Wed, 21 February 2018 11:55 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I apologize for leaving you all in the dark about how things turned out. It has been nagging me that I need to close the loop after so many of you sent kind messages of support.

When we bought our 23, we insured it for the replacement value at that time to get a lower premium. Since then, we poured many hours and dollars into it without reviewing our policy. As it turned out, the uninsured motorist insurance limit was higher, than our stated value, so Progressive paid the uninsured motorist limit, 10,000. Progressive appraised the coach at 18,000 from pictures, documentation of upgrades, and market research that I provided, I think this was pretty darn accurate. Progressive also let me keep the 23 with no buy back BS. I am still considering rebuilding the rear of it, and have a parts coach located.

To add insult to injury (literally) the accused drunk, uninsured, reckless driving motorist who hit us has opted for a court trial. I have received a subpoena to testify for the prosecution.... right in the middle of the GMCMI Tucson rally that we were going to attend with coach. We are now scheduled to fly in for the opening half of the rally.

Now the fun part. With the settlement, some savings, and much help from other GMC'ers we have located and purchased a 1976 Edgemonte with rear twin beds, the world's smallest shower, Alcoa hot shot wheels, tankless water heater, Doug Thorley headers, Stainless exhaust, 1 ton front end, rear disk brakes, Sully air bags, and rebuilt engine and transmission of unknown origin. It needs some paint touch-up and interior work, but it is 100% usable. The coach is still in the San Jose area and we just completed the second work weekend trip yesterday. We will bring it up to the Northwest this spring.

Thanks to all in the forum who offered parts, coaches, tips on dealing with insurance, and stories of previous insurance claims, I learned from all of them.
A HUGE thanks to friends/family who assisted in the new coach evaluation and purchase.

I'll get some pictures up on the photo site and update my sig file... soon.



Dave L
Lynnwood, Wa.

1976 GMC 26' Edgemonte Rear Twin
1973 GMC 23' Rear-Ended, Totaled

Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329373 is a reply to message #329365] Wed, 21 February 2018 14:14 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Rollerg is currently offline  Rollerg   United States
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Dave,
If you are considering rebuilding the rear, I have a rear frame section from Dan Stuckey.


Gary Coaster / Reno, NV
1977 GMC Eleganza ll
GMC RV Day Night Shade Sales
GMCShades@gmail.com
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> On Feb 21, 2018, at 9:55 AM, Dave wrote:
>
> I apologize for leaving you all in the dark about how things turned out. It has been nagging me that I need to close the loop after so many of you
> sent kind messages of support.
>
> When we bought our 23, we insured it for the replacement value at that time to get a lower premium. Since then, we poured many hours and dollars into
> it without reviewing our policy. As it turned out, the uninsured motorist insurance limit was higher, than our stated value, so Progressive paid the
> uninsured motorist limit, 10,000. Progressive appraised the coach at 18,000 from pictures, documentation of upgrades, and market research that I
> provided, I think this was pretty darn accurate. Progressive also let me keep the 23 with no buy back BS. I am still considering rebuilding the rear
> of it, and have a parts coach located.
>
> To add insult to injury (literally) the accused drunk, uninsured, reckless driving motorist who hit us has opted for a court trial. I have received a
> subpoena to testify for the prosecution.... right in the middle of the GMCMI Tucson rally that we were going to attend with coach. We are now
> scheduled to fly in for the opening half of the rally.
>
> Now the fun part. With the settlement, some savings, and much help from other GMC'ers we have located and purchased a 1976 Edgemonte with rear twin
> beds, the world's smallest shower, Alcoa hot shot wheels, tankless water heater, Doug Thorley headers, Stainless exhaust, 1 ton front end, rear disk
> brakes, Sully air bags, and rebuilt engine and transmission of unknown origin. It needs some paint touch-up and interior work, but it is 100% usable.
> The coach is still in the San Jose area and we just completed the second work weekend trip yesterday. We will bring it up to the Northwest this
> spring.
>
> Thanks to all in the forum who offered parts, coaches, tips on dealing with insurance, and stories of previous insurance claims, I learned from all of
> them.
> A HUGE thanks to friends/family who assisted in the new coach evaluation and purchase.
>
> I'll get some pictures up on the photo site and update my sig file... soon.
>
>
> --
>
> Dave L
> Lynnwood, Wa.
>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329380 is a reply to message #329373] Wed, 21 February 2018 16:10 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Ask for a continuance and attend the whole rally.

Sully
77 eleganza 2
Bellevue wa

On Wed, Feb 21, 2018 at 12:15 PM Gary wrote:

> Dave,
> If you are considering rebuilding the rear, I have a rear frame section
> from Dan Stuckey.
>
>
> Gary Coaster / Reno, NV
> 1977 GMC Eleganza ll
> GMC RV Day Night Shade Sales
> GMCShades@gmail.com
> www.GMCMotorhomemarketplace.com/GMC_Shades/
>
>> On Feb 21, 2018, at 9:55 AM, Dave wrote:
>>
>> I apologize for leaving you all in the dark about how things turned out.
> It has been nagging me that I need to close the loop after so many of you
>> sent kind messages of support.
>>
>> When we bought our 23, we insured it for the replacement value at that
> time to get a lower premium. Since then, we poured many hours and dollars
> into
>> it without reviewing our policy. As it turned out, the uninsured
> motorist insurance limit was higher, than our stated value, so Progressive
> paid the
>> uninsured motorist limit, 10,000. Progressive appraised the coach at
> 18,000 from pictures, documentation of upgrades, and market research that I
>> provided, I think this was pretty darn accurate. Progressive also let me
> keep the 23 with no buy back BS. I am still considering rebuilding the rear
>> of it, and have a parts coach located.
>>
>> To add insult to injury (literally) the accused drunk, uninsured,
> reckless driving motorist who hit us has opted for a court trial. I have
> received a
>> subpoena to testify for the prosecution.... right in the middle of the
> GMCMI Tucson rally that we were going to attend with coach. We are now
>> scheduled to fly in for the opening half of the rally.
>>
>> Now the fun part. With the settlement, some savings, and much help from
> other GMC'ers we have located and purchased a 1976 Edgemonte with rear twin
>> beds, the world's smallest shower, Alcoa hot shot wheels, tankless water
> heater, Doug Thorley headers, Stainless exhaust, 1 ton front end, rear disk
>> brakes, Sully air bags, and rebuilt engine and transmission of unknown
> origin. It needs some paint touch-up and interior work, but it is 100%
> usable.
>> The coach is still in the San Jose area and we just completed the second
> work weekend trip yesterday. We will bring it up to the Northwest this
>> spring.
>>
>> Thanks to all in the forum who offered parts, coaches, tips on dealing
> with insurance, and stories of previous insurance claims, I learned from
> all of
>> them.
>> A HUGE thanks to friends/family who assisted in the new coach evaluation
> and purchase.
>>
>> I'll get some pictures up on the photo site and update my sig file...
> soon.
>>
>>
>> --
>>
>> Dave L
>> Lynnwood, Wa.
>>
>> 1973 GMC 23' former Painted Desert
>> 1973 Super Beetle Convertible
>> 1982 Mercedes 300CD
>> 1995 Mercedes E300D
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329400 is a reply to message #322564] Thu, 22 February 2018 09:39 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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What Sully said. Worst they can do is say 'no'. The defense is hoping you won't show up, and their man will walk. Another thought... isn't as important here, but might be elsewhere, particularly when the other party is insured. Consider any conversation - even with your own adjuster - as an adversary relationship. i.e. say nothing till you've had a bit to think the whole thing out. "Are yall OK?" elicits a response, and if it's "Yeah" you've jepoardized any claim in the future for hidden injury. "We have him on a recording saying he's okay". Remember, the insurance person's job is to not give out money, and to minimize any giveout that's made.

Like my ol' daddy the judge used to say 'argue in my courtroom, not out by the highway... that's what it's for.'

--johnny


Foolish Carriage, 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons. Braselton, Ga. I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me in hell
Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329401 is a reply to message #322564] Thu, 22 February 2018 09:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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And as an aside, I'd get a judgement against the other driver or owner of the car if it's a different person, if it isn't expensive to do in your State. It's surprising how 'indigent' individuals can come up with money when they have to... to protect their income.

--johnny


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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329405 is a reply to message #329401] Thu, 22 February 2018 10:08 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I had a collector car sale go south on me. Sold " As Is/Where Is ".
Transport driver damaged the car. New owner came back after me. I offered
to repair the damage costs. But, the new owner, an A--- Hole from New
Hampshire, decided to try to get 3 times the value of the repair as allowed
by some consumer protection law in his state allowed for. He Filed a
lawsuit. I ignored it. Then I got papers from the court informing me of the
3X if I failed to appear. I consulted a local attorney ($$$) He advised
that I contact a NH attorney (more $$$$). When the court date arrived, I
filed for a continuation and was granted one. Fast forward. I did the same
thing twice more. Then, I received an offer of binding arbitration. I
submitted my original "good faith" offer. Arbitrator accepted it. I
stipulated that no further contact from the buyer be allowed. Court agreed.
But, dipstick couldn't resist one more shot at me. I had my NH attorney go
after him. Court fined him for contempt. Cost me $$$$$$$, but it was my
choice. No regrets.
Jim Hupy
Salem, Or

On Feb 22, 2018 7:46 AM, "Johnny Bridges via Gmclist" <
gmclist@list.gmcnet.org> wrote:

> And as an aside, I'd get a judgement against the other driver or owner of
> the car if it's a different person, if it isn't expensive to do in your
> State. It's surprising how 'indigent' individuals can come up with money
> when they have to... to protect their income.
>
> --johnny
> --
> 76 26' Eleganza(?) with beaucoup mods and add - ons.
> Braselton, Ga.
> "I forgive them all, save those who hurt the dogs. They must answer to me
> in hell" - ol Andy, paraphrased
>
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Re: [GMCnet] Accident in Washington [message #329415 is a reply to message #322564] Thu, 22 February 2018 14:41 Go to previous message
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What we call ' breakin it off in him.' Damaged rep, maybe?

--johnny


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