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matthufham · 06-23-2009, 12:51 PM

so my co-worker leaving work yesterday forgot i was parked next to him as he pulled out his parking spot in his new f150 and turned right into me. i told him i want to fix it myself but he's making his insurance handle it at a body shop... (havent found one yet)... i'd go buy a stud-gun/slide hammer, some filler, and a new bumper for less than $300, have it fixed minus paint by the end of the day but it's not really my choice i guess. on a good note i finished my fuel filler in the bed.

Southern C10 · 06-23-2009, 12:55 PM

That sucks. At least you ended on a high note. Good job on the fuel filler.

Beatcoaster · 06-23-2009, 12:58 PM

Ouch!! Man I hate people that can't pay attention...

Stock72c10 · 06-23-2009, 01:18 PM

This might sound a bit mean, but I hope it tore the hell out of his f@rd!

RED72blazer · 06-23-2009, 01:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by matthufham

i'd go buy a stud-gun/slide hammer, some filler, and a new bumper for less than $300, have it fixed minus paint by the end of the day but it's not really my choice i guess. on a good note i finished my fuel filler in the bed.

It is fact your choice. Your choice of shop. Everything. If you don't like the shop he finds. Pick another. If you want to fix it yourself Get a really High Quote. insurance will cut you a check. take the money and fix it yourself. You are no way required to use His shop or where he wants to take it. Don't roll over for the insurance company either. Your vehicle was damaged(his fault). Don't accept anything from the insurance company unless you are happy with it. In fact I would call my insurance company, let them know what happened, and what you want out of it. then let them fight it out. They have lawyers for this.

Btw I'm sorry about your truck. good luck with getting it fixed.

yank · 06-23-2009, 01:42 PM

prostreetC-10 · 06-23-2009, 02:12 PM

I have been down this road and most companies now days with have an adjuster come look at it and cut you a check on the spot. I was in the middle of a 3 car wreck with the 68 3/4 ton. Really screwed up the guy in front and behind me. They cut me a check for $1,300 and I put it in the bank. They were trying to total it because of its condition but I was able to prove that the 460 BBC was worth twice that. It was a good day!

OldCreek · 06-23-2009, 02:16 PM

I agree, It's your choice!!!

big_al_71 · 06-23-2009, 03:04 PM

that sucks!!!!!

**70cst** · 06-23-2009, 03:09 PM

I Knew it! I Knew it! Fords and Chevy's just don't get along. Sorry to see your fender bender.

70k52wd · 06-23-2009, 03:32 PM

Bummer. I like the exhaust tips. The gas filler, nice job.

nuke1 · 06-23-2009, 03:09 PM

sorry about the damage, on a plus note sheis gonna be nice and shiney yet.

Longhorn Man · 06-23-2009, 04:05 PM

Everyone is right. You are protected legaly, and don't even have to get it fixed if you don't want to. Take the money, get what you need, and fix it yourself.
Don't let them lowball you, total it, push you around, and don't let them tell you it's only worth 1300 bucks.

gonline71 · 06-23-2009, 04:15 PM

Wow! Didn't you also have some bad luck a few months back...? Some vandals and a can of spray paint? If that was you, then you are truly due some good luck

PanelDeland · 06-23-2009, 04:48 PM

I belive I would go with a statement like"Gosh.buddy I found a great body shop to fix my truck but they say it needs a total respray because they can't match the red since it's a bit faded."

big mike71 · 06-23-2009, 07:52 PM

It's atleast $2000.00 worth of damage if you take it to a shop. Get the estimates,get the check and fix it yourself.

Dave Reed · 06-23-2009, 08:31 PM

As an insurance agent I can tell it is illegal for them to tell you where to take it. It is called steering. Progressive just got in big trouble for it. Go get an estimate and then grab the check and fix it yourself. If you have collision coverage then you can have your company go after his, but if you don't you are on your own to fight it out with his. Number one thing I can tell is make sure it is at a body shop of your choice when his company looks at that way the body man and his adjuster can agree on pricing vs. you trying argue without a bodyman's book in your hands. You can call me at the office if you need any further info 203-891-9011. Dave

woodman13 · 06-23-2009, 08:48 PM

Nice filler neck....

bac1755 · 06-23-2009, 10:18 PM

You also have the right to get your own estimate, I found that out last year. Take it to a place that does customs and classics to get the estimate, you cant trust it to just anyold bodyshop.

67ChevyRedneck · 06-23-2009, 10:36 PM

Man, that really sucks

Wildstreak · 06-23-2009, 10:50 PM

wow I had this happen to me like 5 years ago, my buddy hit my 72 with his s10, just tweaked my bumper and scuffed the paint, but ripped his front fender completely off. when I saw this I thought I was having flash backs lol.

ERASER5 · 06-24-2009, 12:18 AM

That's a crying shame! Looks like both sides got a little adjusting.

mexgrhd68 · 06-24-2009, 04:00 PM

heck yea, take money and do it yourself. I was in same situation back in january, wife got hit from behind in her durango, estimated at $1300 damage, fixed it myself, paint and parts for aroung $300. Oh yeah, forgot to mention, durango was hit by a mustang, it was totaled, because the durango is a 4x4 and the stangs hood just slid under my spare tire carrier! So thats a "FORD", Found On Road Dead! : )

matthufham · 06-25-2009, 02:07 AM

ok update. allstate agent lady gave me a check for $680 and i got the bumper off and got it down to bare metal on the bedside before i had to go to work. this truck needs a whole new paint job, i got scratches and clear coat ripping off everywhere. who knows a GOOD painter in dfw? mine in arlington here does a crappy job

68C15 · 06-25-2009, 06:31 AM

how did he not see it. it's RED!!!!!!!

06-23-2009, 12:51 PM	#1
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	picture time, might make you cry so my co-worker leaving work yesterday forgot i was parked next to him as he pulled out his parking spot in his new f150 and turned right into me. i told him i want to fix it myself but he's making his insurance handle it at a body shop... (havent found one yet)... i'd go buy a stud-gun/slide hammer, some filler, and a new bumper for less than $300, have it fixed minus paint by the end of the day but it's not really my choice i guess. on a good note i finished my fuel filler in the bed.

06-23-2009, 12:55 PM	#2
Southern C10 Is it done yet? Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Whispering Pines, NC Posts: 826	Re: picture time, might make you cry That sucks. At least you ended on a high note. Good job on the fuel filler. __________________ 1972 Chevy SWB New 383 Stroker/350 Turbo Some day i'll paint it John 3:16 MY BUILD THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=398108

06-23-2009, 12:58 PM	#3
Beatcoaster 69 Fleetside Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 333	Re: picture time, might make you cry Ouch!! Man I hate people that can't pay attention...

06-23-2009, 01:18 PM	#4
Stock72c10 classic=of recognized value Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 317	Re: picture time, might make you cry This might sound a bit mean, but I hope it tore the hell out of his f@rd!

06-23-2009, 01:42 PM	#6
yank Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Meridian, Ms. Posts: 244	Re: picture time, might make you cry __________________ 70 C/10 SWB Go ahead chance it........Columbus did!!! Steve (Chitlin) Bacon My DIY Shop http://s24.photobucket.com/albums/c47/mpalmiter/shop/

06-23-2009, 02:12 PM	#7
prostreetC-10 My Carbon Footprint Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Orygun Posts: 5,527	Re: picture time, might make you cry I have been down this road and most companies now days with have an adjuster come look at it and cut you a check on the spot. I was in the middle of a 3 car wreck with the 68 3/4 ton. Really screwed up the guy in front and behind me. They cut me a check for $1,300 and I put it in the bank. They were trying to total it because of its condition but I was able to prove that the 460 BBC was worth twice that. It was a good day! __________________ A quick "pedalfest" *Still getting loose (carb test)* 496 Initial fire up video!

06-23-2009, 02:16 PM	#8
OldCreek Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Central Coast California Posts: 1,026	Re: picture time, might make you cry I agree, It's your choice!!! __________________ 1972 K20 Suburban 5.7/700r4/NP205 Dana 44/H052 Sold 1972 C10 5.3L/4L60E 12bolt 5Lug - Sold 1971 K5 Blazer 6.0L LQ9 4L60E NP205 Dana 44/H052!!! 1970 K3500 1ton CrewCab 8.1L/Allison1000/NP205 Dana 60/14B!!!! - Sold 1984 K10 SWB 7.4L/4L80e/NP208 Corp 10/12 bolt Sold 1988 V30 CCLB 7.4L/TH400/NP205/Dana 60/Dana 70/3.73!!! (Sold) 2003 K2500HD 8.1/Allison1000/NP263

06-23-2009, 03:04 PM	#9
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06-23-2009, 03:09 PM	#10
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: picture time, might make you cry I Knew it! I Knew it! Fords and Chevy's just don't get along. Sorry to see your fender bender. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

06-23-2009, 03:32 PM	#11
70k52wd Blaze-Air Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,117	Re: picture time, might make you cry Bummer. I like the exhaust tips. The gas filler, nice job.

06-23-2009, 03:09 PM	#12
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: picture time, might make you cry sorry about the damage, on a plus note sheis gonna be nice and shiney yet. __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

06-23-2009, 04:05 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: picture time, might make you cry Everyone is right. You are protected legaly, and don't even have to get it fixed if you don't want to. Take the money, get what you need, and fix it yourself. Don't let them lowball you, total it, push you around, and don't let them tell you it's only worth 1300 bucks. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 06-23-2009 at 04:06 PM.

06-23-2009, 04:15 PM	#14
gonline71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pleasanton, CA Posts: 134	Re: picture time, might make you cry Wow! Didn't you also have some bad luck a few months back...? Some vandals and a can of spray paint? If that was you, then you are truly due some good luck

06-23-2009, 04:48 PM	#15
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: picture time, might make you cry I belive I would go with a statement like"Gosh.buddy I found a great body shop to fix my truck but they say it needs a total respray because they can't match the red since it's a bit faded." __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

06-23-2009, 07:52 PM	#16
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: picture time, might make you cry It's atleast $2000.00 worth of damage if you take it to a shop. Get the estimates,get the check and fix it yourself.



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06-23-2009, 08:31 PM	#17
Dave Reed Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CT Posts: 290	Re: picture time, might make you cry As an insurance agent I can tell it is illegal for them to tell you where to take it. It is called steering. Progressive just got in big trouble for it. Go get an estimate and then grab the check and fix it yourself. If you have collision coverage then you can have your company go after his, but if you don't you are on your own to fight it out with his. Number one thing I can tell is make sure it is at a body shop of your choice when his company looks at that way the body man and his adjuster can agree on pricing vs. you trying argue without a bodyman's book in your hands. You can call me at the office if you need any further info 203-891-9011. Dave

06-23-2009, 08:48 PM	#18
woodman13 woodman13 Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Moody, Tx Posts: 261	Re: picture time, might make you cry Nice filler neck.... __________________ Woodman13 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 5.9 rolling coal! 1994 Caprice 9C1 88K miles, LT-1, dropped/shaved 1967 C-30 350 4 sp dually 1971 C10 SWB BBC, auto; good driver

06-23-2009, 10:18 PM	#19
bac1755 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Denison, Texas Posts: 245	Re: picture time, might make you cry You also have the right to get your own estimate, I found that out last year. Take it to a place that does customs and classics to get the estimate, you cant trust it to just anyold bodyshop. __________________ 1971 GMC 1972 Small Blocked DATSUN 240Z Dads old car

06-23-2009, 10:36 PM	#20
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: picture time, might make you cry Man, that really sucks __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

06-23-2009, 10:50 PM	#21
Wildstreak "something witty here" Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Salmo, B.C, Canada Posts: 966	Re: picture time, might make you cry wow I had this happen to me like 5 years ago, my buddy hit my 72 with his s10, just tweaked my bumper and scuffed the paint, but ripped his front fender completely off. when I saw this I thought I was having flash backs lol. __________________ 57 chevy 4x4 70 swb fleetside 4x4 68 burb 2wd: 71 burb 2wd: 350 4spd 71 lwb fleetside 4x4: 350/sm465/205/3.07 eaton posi rear 72 lwb fleetside Cheyenne 454/th400 1991 GMC V3500 CC 4x4

06-24-2009, 12:18 AM	#22
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: picture time, might make you cry That's a crying shame! Looks like both sides got a little adjusting. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60

06-24-2009, 04:00 PM	#23
mexgrhd68 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Visalia, CA. Posts: 327	Re: picture time, might make you cry heck yea, take money and do it yourself. I was in same situation back in january, wife got hit from behind in her durango, estimated at $1300 damage, fixed it myself, paint and parts for aroung $300. Oh yeah, forgot to mention, durango was hit by a mustang, it was totaled, because the durango is a 4x4 and the stangs hood just slid under my spare tire carrier! So thats a "FORD", Found On Road Dead! : ) __________________ 68 c-10 1/2 ton swb fleetside, 79 GMC Sierra Grande 1/2 ton swb fleetside, 99 Dodge Durango 4x4(wifes ride),53 and 55 chevy trucks(dads trucks ) 54 caddy 62 series 4 door(younger sons ride, aka 54caddy ) 70 caddy 2 door, 89 chevy silverado stepside(older sons rides )

06-25-2009, 02:07 AM	#24
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	Re: picture time, might make you cry ok update. allstate agent lady gave me a check for $680 and i got the bumper off and got it down to bare metal on the bedside before i had to go to work. this truck needs a whole new paint job, i got scratches and clear coat ripping off everywhere. who knows a GOOD painter in dfw? mine in arlington here does a crappy job

06-25-2009, 06:31 AM	#25
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	Re: picture time, might make you cry how did he not see it. it's RED!!!!!!!

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