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onzedge 06-21-2012 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by NS370Z (Post 1784308)
Here is a picture. The GMC Jimmy was my father-in-law's, who passed away a few years ago but the Z will be there any moment now. This is where I live Monday-Friday but my own house has a nice attached garage.

The guy is over the line and I would discuss it with him. His side looks a litle "Beverly Hillbillies" also.

Glokwork 06-21-2012 05:27 PM

#1 Ask him to rearrange his spot. Maybe suggest he park his bike across the top of his spot so he can pull his terdcel in behind it. If that doesn't work try to see if you can switch parking spots. #2 onzedge is in fact the man and he will go Liam Neeson from Taken on your ass!!!

NS370Z 06-21-2012 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1784323)
The guy is over the line and I would discuss it with him. His side looks a litle "Beverly Hillbillies" also.

Yeah I agree with the Hillbillies LOL. I gotta laugh at the mattress between the wall and his car LOL, must use it as a buffer.

NS370Z 06-21-2012 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Glokwork (Post 1784332)
#1 Ask him to rearrange his spot. Maybe suggest he park his bike across the top of his spot so he can pull his terdcel in behind it. If that doesn't work try to see if you can switch parking spots. #2 onzedge is in fact the man and he will go Liam Neeson from Taken on your ass!!!


The thing is when the bike is beside the car there is wayyyy more than enough to sit on the bike and move it out. No need to come that far over. He's making it max relax for himself at my expense. It looks as though I will have to address the issue. I just find it difficult to discuss without sounding confrontational.

onzedge 06-21-2012 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by NS370Z (Post 1784345)
The thing is when the bike is beside the car there is wayyyy more than enough to sit on the bike and move it out. No need to come that far over. He's making it max relax for himself at my expense. It looks as though I will have to address the issue. I just find it difficult to discuss without sounding confrontational.

I have a tendency to come across harshly and aggressively when I find myself in a situation such as yours. It seems like I want to attack right out of the gate. What I am teaching myself, and it's working, is to come across like you need his help. Most people actually do cooperate if they think they are helping to solve someone's problem. Most people, not all. Be nice. explain your concerns, ask for his help and then see what happens.

If this approach does not work, then let me know if you want some help along the lines of what Mr. Glokwork suggested. I like that approach too and have gotten pretty good at it over the years.

sparky 06-21-2012 09:59 PM

At least the security camera right above you will capture his dastardly deed should he whack your Z. :eek:

GaleForce 06-21-2012 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by onzedge (Post 1784323)
The guy is over the line and I would discuss it with him. His side looks a litle "Beverly Hillbillies" also.

:iagree:

GaleForce 06-21-2012 10:57 PM

If communicating like adults fails, call Mr.onzedge and I. We will be more than happy to pay you a visit and look into the possibility of tipping his Toyota on its side well into his parking space. :tup:

He is really taking advantage of the situation and is not a good neighbour. Good luck.

axmea? 06-21-2012 11:08 PM

Buy him a six pack and talk to him like a good neighbor and call it a day. Tell him some kids tried to mess with his bike and you told them to stop. He'll do the same for you next time. Once you get your Z you can ask him to watch out for your car as well.

NS370Z 06-22-2012 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by axmea? (Post 1784786)
Buy him a six pack and talk to him like a good neighbor and call it a day. Tell him some kids tried to mess with his bike and you told them to stop. He'll do the same for you next time. Once you get your Z you can ask him to watch out for your car as well.

I like this idea. Be the bigger person, if no cooperation then EVIL MUHAHAHAHA.

kenchan 06-22-2012 09:58 AM

yep, when in doubt, initiate dialog. that usually helps to understand and take out the mystery (bad or good).
then you'll know wat to do next.

Lug 06-22-2012 10:24 AM

Just hang these on your car....


http://www.artsology.com/blog/wp-con...beach-buoy.jpg


no wait......They would probably look better if you hung them on his car.

onzedge 06-22-2012 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 1785358)
yep, when in doubt, initiate dialog. that usually helps to understand and take out the mystery (bad or good).
then you'll know wat to do next.

:tup:

2011 Nismo#91 06-22-2012 02:00 PM

Yeah talk to him first, it doesn't matter that your are getting a new car or not. Just tell him you just would like a little more consideration with parking right on the line. That space is plenty for 2 cars and a bike. And I don't see why the bike couldn't be parked in front of his car, that's how I see it almost always done here in the city, there's usually not enough space in spots for a car let alone a car and bike. Also why is there furniture in his spot?

JohnsZ 06-22-2012 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by NS370Z (Post 1784308)
Here is a picture. The GMC Jimmy was my father-in-law's, who passed away a few years ago but the Z will be there any moment now. This is where I live Monday-Friday but my own house has a nice attached garage. The problem is you can only cheat so far, the pillar to the right is a real danger to the driver door if you back in. The Z is even wider than the GMC. The dimensions look a bit deceptive in that the pillar next to the drivers door is closer than it looks in the picture. If all else fails I'll just drive the Z when I get back home on the weekends. His motorcycle isn't in the picture but it's now kept between the pillar and his car.

Now that I see the picture, what a jerk this guy is. As I said before, he's one of those people in the world where it's all about him. Here's another idea...why don't YOU park on that line before he does. Or...pick up some old P.O.S. motorcycle or dirt bike from the junk yard and keep it parked there near that line. People like this don't respond to being nice. They could care less. Good luck!

NS370Z 06-22-2012 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnsZ (Post 1786013)
Now that I see the picture, what a jerk this guy is. As I said before, he's one of those people in the world where it's all about him. Here's another idea...why don't YOU park on that line before he does. Or...pick up some old P.O.S. motorcycle or dirt bike from the junk yard and keep it parked there near that line. People like this don't respond to being nice. They could care less. Good luck!

I thought of that but I don't think he gives a **** about his vehicle so I might just end up with a ding.

didymus 06-22-2012 05:10 PM

Has he dinged your car? If anything i would talk to him in person, ask him to be careful with the doors. But based on the pic theres a lot of room on the sides of both vehicles

vividracing 06-22-2012 06:36 PM

Just ask if he'd mind putting the car further away from your spot, with the bike on the side closer to your car.

kenchan 06-22-2012 07:09 PM

Or just get a car dolly and re-park his car on the other side. Lol

mhcoss 06-22-2012 07:26 PM

that picture belongs in the crappy parkers thread. He has way more room than he needs for his bike. I'd would most definitely bring this up with him. It will seem confrontational but he needs to not park like a jack@$$

IDZRVIT 06-23-2012 09:22 AM

NS370Z, borrow the CIWS and give them a short 10 second blast. Problem solved!:eekdance::tup:

IDZRVIT 06-23-2012 09:25 AM

Hey, did you take delivery of your new Z?

onzedge 06-23-2012 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by IDZRVIT (Post 1787135)
NS370Z, borrow the CWIS and give them a short 10 second blast. Problem solved!:eekdance::tup:

:icon18:

NS370Z 06-23-2012 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by IDZRVIT (Post 1787137)
Hey, did you take delivery of your new Z?


Yes indeed. I have a couple of pics of it over in the "New Members" forum. It showed up yesterday (Friday) and in about an hour I'll be driving it away. :driving: Taking it down the Annapolis Valley for a nice break-in since my house is down by the base.:happydance: Not very nice weather though. :eekdance:

Phaddi_inc 06-23-2012 09:48 AM

Just take a swing at him...or next time you get home first, park right up against the line. That should send the message.

phaddi_inc

IDZRVIT 06-23-2012 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by NS370Z (Post 1787153)
Yes indeed. I have a couple of pics of it over in the "New Members" forum. It showed up yesterday (Friday) and in about an hour I'll be driving it away. :driving: Taking it down the Annapolis Valley for a nice break-in since my house is down by the base.:happydance: Not very nice weather though. :eekdance:

Awsome news. Congrats. When you're back in town and get a chance you should drop by my house and show it off!:happydance:

NS370Z 06-25-2012 07:06 AM

Talked with the guy last night, seemed Ok with what I said. He said he can move the bike over a bit so there is more room. :tup: I was cool about it as was he, we shall see though.:tiphat:

GaleForce 06-25-2012 08:09 AM

Good job. :tup:

onzedge 06-25-2012 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by NS370Z (Post 1789495)
Talked with the guy last night, seemed Ok with what I said. He said he can move the bike over a bit so there is more room. :tup: I was cool about it as was he, we shall see though.:tiphat:

:tup:

Glokwork 06-25-2012 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by NS370Z (Post 1789495)
Talked with the guy last night, seemed Ok with what I said. He said he can move the bike over a bit so there is more room. :tup: I was cool about it as was he, we shall see though.:tiphat:

Glad to hear that :tup: let us know if he keeps his word

Pauly 06-26-2012 06:20 AM

good for you, man. hope it works out!


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