Should I Have Made A U-Turn?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Folk Fries, Apr 2, 2026.

Should I Have Made The U-Turn?

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  1. Folk Fries

    Folk Fries Light Load Member

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    Respectfully, I don't feel I did anything wrong. I've had my clock cleaned more than enough and you're right there's some bad dudes out there that can and will light me up. I accept that.

    But I come from a background of it takes a village... when I was young I egged a man's house. He chased me down the street and slapped some sense into me. One good open hand slap. That man was a hero.

    I have zero tolerance for disrespecting women and children. Zero. Every year I bring a kid out here during spring break or summer. And for me, if a guy whips it out in an occupied public place and he's clearly not stupid drunk or mental then my own hand is going to attempt to make contact with his face.

    I understand it's not for everyone. But it is for me.

    Also a sincere thank you for the compliment I've been infatuated with poetry since Where the Sidewalk Ends in 1st grade and have never stopped being a part of that world.

    And thank you for the respect in how you presented your words of warning and critique.
     
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  3. Moosetek13

    Moosetek13 Road Train Member

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    Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent.

    In your case, it was a first response.
    Such a small mind is very sad.
     
  4. wulfman75

    wulfman75 Road Train Member

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    I've done it myself. Saw others do it as well. Business as usual as far as Im concerned. Im surprised all you think this is a special occasion. o_O
     
  5. Numb

    Numb Crusty Curmudgeon

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    the reason it is so commonplace, is people stopped reacting in a negative way whether it be from fear of violence or whatever and that only reinforces bad behavior.

    see something say something.

    I do and I'm a fat old fart. :cool:
     
    Last edited: Apr 5, 2026
    Reason for edit: fear
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  6. Ddh77777

    Ddh77777 Light Load Member

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    "Never argue with an idiot; he will pull you down to his level and beat you with experience".

    You called him out on his disgusting behavior, that was plenty. Get on with your day and don't risk a ride in a cop car, or a ride in a hearse. There's too many people like him for you to police them all anyway.
     
  7. kemosabi49

    kemosabi49 Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    I would have took a picture or two and sent them to his company.
     
  8. Ddh77777

    Ddh77777 Light Load Member

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    Proper channels, I like that much better.
     
  9. HillbillyDeluxeTruck

    HillbillyDeluxeTruck Road Train Member

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    They don't give a flyin F either. I've tried that route with these pos drivers. Even offered up dashcam video for proof. They didn't want it.

    Best justice Ive ever seen was a ###### suburban who came around atleast 3 of us at a fuel island. Well the Maverick driver in front of me like it even less than me and as I pulled up behind him Maverick was already out of his truck laying a whoopin on this dude. Well low and behold dude who got whooped called the cops. Cops ask me what happened as Im getting fuel and I tell them I didnt see ####, but Im pretty sure Maverick never touched the guy even though the guy cut off a bunch of trucks waiting in line to fuel. Cops told ###### surburban to hit the road.

    Hopefully that guy learned a lesson and realized sometimes there might be a slightly crazy dude with ptsd from the military who just isnt gonna take any ####.

    Edit: Lol, the word tur.ban gets censored?
     
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  10. snicrep

    snicrep Road Train Member

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    Technically, that's assault. But I support you
     
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