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Tamraz is a crapshoot for sure....

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My biggest issue is that they sell "items" on ebay that they have not even ordered themselves yet. When I called to "overnight" the part I purchased with buy it now, tunred out it was "not in stock", but of course, for a "small" additional fee, they had an upgraded part available!

When I decided that I would not do that, I got the part elsewhere, and they had the B@LL's to leave me neg feedback!

I don't know many people that speak up for them!

Rich

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I bet the Senator's son already got full restitution.

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Hey Donut,

I can almost guarantee you hit the nail on the head.
As I mentioned, us common folk (I prefer the word peasants)
have to take a back seat in such matters.

Always glad to meet a fellow Lawman that is into Detroit Iron.

Speaking of Donuts, I sure could go for a dozen. Maybe the
"Hot" sign is flashing at the good Ol' Krispy Kreme. I think I'll run right down and check. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif


Knoxville

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1969 Camaro RS/SS L-78

Re: got an 80$ chk inthe mail today!
 

Hey Knoxville, you haven't seen Donut shops until you've cruised through Rhode Island. Seems to be one every block and on both sides of the road - and they all stay in business. -- Plenty of Muscle cars there and several cruise nights around, but beware lots of salt water and salty air. Sunday mornings are the best, an early morning cruise to grab a cup of joe, boston cream and New England news-paper to see what Politicians are under investigation or going to jail this week. lol

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Politicians?
Bet we got you beat here in Louisiana. It was so bad that when edwin edwards (now in jail) was running against david duke, there were bumper signs everywhere that said "vote for the crook, it's important". That is no lie!

However, in the last two months, there have been eight (that's right 8) cops busted. Some in New Orleans were stopping tourists, and taking them straight to ATM machines (I guess they forgot about the camera's on the ATM's) and squeezing them for cash. Others (2) were fired for raping young women after traffic stops, and the rest were just run of the mill beatings!

Gotta love the New Orleans area!

Rich

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Rich,
I have always heard horror stories about the corruption in the New Orleans area. I once heard that two off duty police officers were working security at a business, one officer allegedly left early and then later returned to rob the establishment. He/she then shot and killed the other cop who was his/her partner. All this for the all mighty dollar.

Obviously, you find "Bad Apples" in all professions from cops to clergy to CEO's, teachers, etc..... When someone who takes an oath to protect others commits these acts, it angers me because it reflects upon the entire profession. In my opinion, they are common criminals and should face harsher penalties and all other good cops will agree with me.

The sad fact of the matter is the law enforcement profession struggles more and more each year to employ quality people. Lets face it, who wants to work the worst shifts available,(including Holidays), go up against some of the most cold blooded monsters to ever walk this earth, face being constantly sued by greedy trial lawyers and risk losing everything over a split second decision you made.

All that for a sh*#y little salary and a cheap gold watch upon retirement.

It's a sad but true fact that the police profession does not attract the quality people it needs any longer.
I have worked w/ some of the most highly trained, top quality professionals out there but we are losing good quality people to better paying jobs on a daily basis.
Cops are trained to be professionals but are certainly not paid like professionals. I have heard that some police departments across the country have lowered their hiring/screening standards so much that some are waiving certain felonies for prospective recruits. When you give common street thugs a badge, a gun and police power then guess what happens, your tourists start being raped and robbed by these badge weilding turds.

I did not enter this profession to get rich, I wanted to be a police officer because I care about people and the quality of life of my community.
I certainly would not be able to be in this somewhat expensive hobby of muscle cars if not for the help of my wife, as well as, a landscaping business I own on the side.

The law enforcement profession is still and will always be (IMHO) one of the most honorable professions out there. Whether I remain in it or not, my heart will always be there. I just hope people realize what is happening and conditions improve for the sake of our country.
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Knoxville

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1969 Camaro RS/SS L-78

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Knoxville, You heard right. That N.O.P.D. police officer that killed her partner is named Antoinette Frank. She failed the N.O.P.D. psyc test numerous times (atleast three) before they hired her. N.O.P.D. also found her "miissing" father's body under their house after she was arrested for killing the cop. I hope she burns in hell!!!!

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Tim, Thanks for your input. That is unbelievable and is exactly what I am talking about. Sounds like N.O.P.D. really dropped their standards to hire that idiot. She then turns right around and embarrasses her department, as well as the badge that she did not deserve to wear in the first place.

Oh well, I'll get off my soapbox.

Nice to meet another fellow Lawman that is into Detroit Muscle. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif


Knoxville

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1969 Camaro RS/SS L-78

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Yes, the A Frank thing was bad. Her partner was one of my best friends son. That was below the belt, even for the new orleans area. Ron's son left a young wife and baby behind.
Sad.

I agree, my wife is a certified school teacher. College Degree, Math and Science certified. 5 Years, and she just got a raise to 23,500.

Rich

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Rich, Nowdays being a teacher is just as dangerous as being a cop. The sad thing is look how long it will take your wife's college degree to pay itself off at $23,500/yearly w/ thousands of dollars in student loans. A Bachelors degree in Business only got me a 7.5% pay increase at the P.D. and I will be paying on my student loans for the next 8-9 years.
Guess I can't complain though. At least, I am fortunate enough to have a job.

Knoxville

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1969 Camaro RS/SS L-78