Just Got Keyed

BlackElantraGT said:
Ummm, I would not recommend threatening the kid with things that are not true. Recently here in SoCal, one of the school officials threatened students that if anyone ditched school to participate in the Mexican rally, they could face jail time. One of the students somehow got scared enough by this that he committed suicide. I believe the parents are trying to sue now. I think you're better off doing what you do well, which is teach, and let the proper authorities deal with this issue. It's probably not the first time something like this has happened at your campus.
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If that kid committed suicide because of that, then he's too dumb to live anyway. The only involvement the "authorities" should have is to go along with the story and approaching the kid in school as if they were going to administer a lie detection test...he may crumble just because of that.



Trust me, fabricating some story about jail time and lie detection is going to be the most effective way, otherwise he'll deny and it will be your word against his...basically, threatening him without violence. Believe it or not, you need to outsmart this kid.



The nut kicking part I mentioned is optional.
 
Sorry man. I work with "tough" kids too. Yes, contact the police. Then let the kid's mother know that you have contacted the police. She is apparently applying some discipline if she took his phone away. Build on that. If you just want your paint fixed, offer him the chance to pay for repairs to avoid prosecution (if you don't have any evidence, don't let him know). Bottom line should be that you get your ride repaired.



I've seen lots of pictures where a pc or rotary has taken out key marks and deep scratches. The problem with that is your clearcoat will be much thinner than one straight from the factory and might fail in the future.



And your next problem will be to find a REPUTABLE body shop that will provide quality work without bad paint, swirls, or bad orange peel.



Sorry again. You don't deserve what happened to you. Hey, wasn't that the kid that you overheard threatening the superintendent's life the other day (he he he)?
 
busyguy said:
i doubt insurance would go up since its not your fault... When my mom's car was keyed, insurance covered it, and it didn't effect her at all.
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No matter what happens to an insured item (boat, truck, car, etc.) you ARE automatically at fault. More often than not, your premium will increase. :sadwavey:



An individal drove into my truck while it was parked in a parking spot while I was shopping inside. The individual waited for me to get out so we could exchange insurance information and file a police report. My insurance went up.:mad:
 
Basshog said:
No matter what happens to an insured item (boat, truck, car, etc.) you ARE automatically at fault. More often than not, your premium will increase. :sadwavey:



An individal drove into my truck while it was parked in a parking spot while I was shopping inside. The individual waited for me to get out so we could exchange insurance information and file a police report. My insurance went up.:mad:
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Ditto. After back to back claims this summer in less than a month from a tree limb that came down during a storm, then minor hail dents shortly after that repair, my insurance company dropped me completely. Forget raised rates, I had to go find a new company.



Kids are pretty easy to get to confess.
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You obviously don't know my step-son. That kid is the most accomplished, determined liar I've ever met in my life. He won't fess up when he's caught red-handed. Unfortunately, according to my wife, he learned from the best....his dad.
 
velobard said:
You obviously don't know my step-son. That kid is the most accomplished, determined liar I've ever met in my life. He won't fess up when he's caught red-handed. Unfortunately, according to my wife, he learned from the best....his dad.
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You must be very proud but at least you can take some consolation in the fact that he's not your real son and shares none of your genes...That's when you physically threaten him. And I don't want to hear any of this crap from people about how you can't do that...I got the belt, threats, swearing when I grew up and guess what it worked.



You want to know why this country is going into the toilet? Look at how indulged kids today are, they want everything handed to them. All the while the Japanese are flying by us in almost every way because they continue to adhere to a disciplined mindset.
 
blackcaraddict said:
All the while the Japanese are flying by us in almost every way because they continue to adhere to a disciplined mindset.
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The Japanese? Try South America or Africa too. We cuddle our kids way too much and it shows. If you watch television just check out the Super Nanny shows, my God the kids rule all the houses lol :D Its sad. I'm not saying you have to beat them silly but some spanking and discipline is in order from the moment they can walk.



Sorry to hear about your car dude!:mad: That just plain sucks. A brand new truck too dammit :( Its going to need re painting.
 
blackcaraddict said:
You must be very proud but at least you can take some consolation in the fact that he's not your real son and shares none of your genes...That's when you physically threaten him. And I don't want to hear any of this crap from people about how you can't do that...I got the belt, threats, swearing when I grew up and guess what it worked.
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Let's just say that there are times he can be a, ummm, challenge. We're doing our best with a variety of tactics to help give him a decent shot at life once he gets out on his own cuz reality is gonna have to teach him some hard lessons.



Back on the subject of the keyed truck, the real bummer here may well be that the culprit may well get away with it despite everyone's best efforts. The only real chances for proof, short of coaxing a confession, are a witness or video and I have a hunch odds are against either of those. All I can say is that it's very worth while to consider lowering your comp deductible. I have mine at $100 and it really doesn't cost all that much more, but it helps a lot with peace of mind over damage you have no control over when it's sitting there unprotected.



Presuming that you do wind up getting it repainted, be very picky about finding an excellent body shop, then politely let them know up front that you're going to be a PITA if you don't get top-notch results.
 
I would contact the police and file a vadalism report first. Im sure if you wait it out, it is going to get around the school.....kids cannot keep their mouths shut for some reason. May it be boasting or bragging, eventually too many people are going to know about it, then you can just go down the line to the source. You'll have plenty of fingers pointing in no time. I feel that following through would set a good example that conduct like this in "normal" society is not tolerated. I also feel by not following through you and possibly the rest of the faculity are at risk of repeated behavior. Just my humble opinion.



As for the scratches, I'm sorry to hear about that, esp on a brand new truck. The consensus is correct that a repaint and blend will be the only way to correct them. On a positive note the truck is still new and color matching should not be a problem....but silver is one of the hardest colors to match and blend. Could you possibly post some pictures so we can see the extent of the damage?



Walter

Co-owner
 
TwinTowers said:
Im working my administration on that issue. My concern is how to hide some of the scratches. I can feel them with my fingernail, but it looks like it is just the clear coat. My paint is silver. Does silver paint look white when keyed? Please dont say yes:nono



I might place painters tape along both sides of the scratch and see if Scratch X will do anything other then tiring me out.
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This link may help.

http://autopia.org/forum/click-brag...56k-its-your-quater.html?highlight=keyed-less



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blackcaraddict said:
edit: regarding the kid you suspect, I would scare the ever living shtt out of him by telling him the state police are coming by to investigate, mention something about a lie detector test, expulsion, court, etc...even though none of it is true, he WILL confess. .
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Here is my latest update:

the kid did confess to a teacher, and to or Vice Principal today. Police are coming to take his written statement later today as well. We basically scared the living shite out of him. I actually think he just doesnt give a damn. He cant get into much more trouble, and doesnt care what happens to him or his mother.



I was planning on putting some painters tape around the scratches and try to take a neighbors rotary pad to them. The scratch is very very narrow. Paint would have a hard time filling in anything right now.



Id like to post some pics, but every time I look at those scratches I get sick to my stomach. Maybe I'll calm down enough over the weekend to post some.



Now a law question. He confessed. Mom is responsible. He is not on the "free lunch" program so the have (some) income. How to I get them to pay for the repairs? My insurance company? A lawyer?
 
I would go get an estimate written up from your repair place and have that on hand. A lawyer may cost just as much for you as it would cost to get it fixed. Get the estimate and get in contact with the parents and let them know how much the damage is and see if they will agree to pay for it. If they don't then maybe threaten with a lawyer to apply a little more pressure to them. I am sure someone will key in.
 
Russecu said:
I would go get an estimate written up from your repair place and have that on hand. A lawyer may cost just as much for you as it would cost to get it fixed. Get the estimate and get in contact with the parents and let them know how much the damage is and see if they will agree to pay for it. If they don't then maybe threaten with a lawyer to apply a little more pressure to them. I am sure someone will key in.
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I too agree that is the best route to go.





Glad to hear it worked out so far!





Walter

Co-owner
 
Probably won't need a lawyer. The cost of the repair should be well within the small claims court limit.



If you have his written confession, the judge will just order them to pay.
 
Your insurance company should do the fighting, but if they don't (or you don't want your rates to go up) and you get a lawyer make sure that part of what you sue for is lawyer fees, on top of damage fees.
 
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