Re: BE CAREFUL!, getting even?

[JGriffJ@aol.com]

In a message dated 95-10-09 10:52:13 EDT, you write:

>While eastbbound on the
>NYS Thruway this past Wednesday, a tractor-trailer took exception to my car
>('88 5000tq) occupying space in front of him on the interstate.  So he
starts
>flashing his high-beams, starts to pass, pulls up along side, then chooses
>to merge while still along side my car, forcing me onto the shoulder.
>Weeeee.

>Any suggestions on how to deal with such situations?  I pondered a few very
>crude options (like going to the trucking company after hours and welding 
>all their doors shut) but would be interested in something more timely,
>creative, and likely to convey a more permanent (even legal :)) message.

Definitely be careful! These guys don't give an inch, and they are much
bigger than we are (however, we are more nimble). Give them the right of way,
even if it "hurts" to do so. Someday, while lying in the hospital (grave!?)
we may regret playing "chicken" with these "clowns". I have to constantly
remind myself not to play that hard (it's tough!).

As far as "returning the favor", I have always heard that adding some sugar
to the fuel tank "helps". I have never tried it, but heard that it works
"wonders!" (Disclaimer: Don't try this on your own car, nor your friends.
It's a gift that you only want to give to "very special friends").

Good luck; happy motoring; and keep it under 90!