Finished up the lift - got in an accident
05-20-2009, 08:00 PM
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unbelievable story man! Looking at the minivan i was expecting your jeep to be destroyed! Thank God there was hardly any damage. Its probably a good thing she swurved in the end because a rear end collision with a stopped car at 50mph could have killed someone.
05-21-2009, 03:19 AM
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THat sucks, but could have been much worse. I would go over the suspension with a fine tooth comb to ensure that nothing is bent, or no brackets have minor stress fractures that could manifest later on.
05-21-2009, 07:11 AM
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based on the picture of her vehicle... she probably aint got much money... that being said
stupid is an expensive habit.
find a chiropractor, find a lawyer (usually one can refer you to another), treat for a month or two racking up 1500-2500 bill, let the lawyer do the rest and you may come out with a couple extra grand in your pocket.
this is all dependent upon her having insurance of course
stupid is an expensive habit.
find a chiropractor, find a lawyer (usually one can refer you to another), treat for a month or two racking up 1500-2500 bill, let the lawyer do the rest and you may come out with a couple extra grand in your pocket.
this is all dependent upon her having insurance of course
05-22-2009, 01:34 PM
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I don't mean to rain on the parade but I would thoroughly inspect all the suspension - attachment points, track bars, springs, shocks etc. together with axles and the frame. It is still a real possibility that some components were damaged or bent because of the impact and it won't be that obvious until you inspect it. And do it soon - fresh dust can mask the damage.
I actually think you are right and nothing happened - but it is better to be safe than sorry
I actually think you are right and nothing happened - but it is better to be safe than sorry
05-22-2009, 01:44 PM
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That's a nice looking Jeep, but I think she just helped you pay for the next stage in your build: Scuffs and scratches happen naturally from wheeling--but you sure could use a new front bumper--that's what I'd spend that insurance settlement check on!
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