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Malaki86 06-14-2008 11:20 PM

Another great reason to love a Volvo. The only way you can lock yourself out is by locking the doors and then lose the keys.

Rev.Vassago 06-15-2008 12:18 AM


Originally Posted by slim chance
I guess you should boycott all truck stops that sell hammers also. They are 100% guaranteed to break into a truck and no directions are required.

Now the genius in Pilot's selling of such an item is that there are plenty of drivers who fail to think before slamming their door and running into the truck stop. They get back out to find they have locked all of their keys in the truck and are forced to go inside and try to find a solution. Like it was stated before the police normally won't come out for these kinds of issues so seeing such a device on the shelf seems like the perfect way to fix their dilemma. They pay around $20 for this item that may or may not get them into their truck then just like planned the goof ball does it again two weeks later and guess where his lock picking item is, in the truck with his keys. Now he buys another one. As far as the concern that the pilot is promoting theft then I would assume you think all hardware stores are too. The item is not sold with criminal intent just as a hammer isn't but both can very easily be used for bad if that is what the fool that bought it wants to use it for. I realize this probably won't be received very well but diesel fuel is used in arsons also, better quit buying the stuff.

You are missing the point entirely. :roll:

slim chance 06-15-2008 02:42 AM

No Rev.Vassago, I am not missing the point. I obviously made a valid claim or you would have shown me this supposed point I am missing. You are assuming that everyone who purchases this device is planning on engaging in criminal mischeif. This is exactly the same as someone buying a pair of bolt cutters in a truck stop. They may be purchasing them to be able to break a bolt seal on their trailer when they arrive at the receiver. Now, on the other hand they may use these bolt cutters to cut the lock or seal on someone else's trailer so they can take items from that trailer. See it is the same as the slim jim argument. Since all major truck stops sell bolt cutters then by your moral standard (not wanting to contribute to criminal activity) we should boycott all major truck stop chains. So tell me how the bolt cutter argument is any different from the slim jim argument.

Rev.Vassago 06-15-2008 03:11 AM


Originally Posted by slim chance
No Rev.Vassago, I am not missing the point.

I already said you are.


I obviously made a valid claim or you would have shown me this supposed point I am missing.
Yes, it was a valid claim, but you are still missing the point.


You are assuming that everyone who purchases this device is planning on engaging in criminal mischeif.
I made no such assumption.


This is exactly the same as someone buying a pair of bolt cutters in a truck stop. They may be purchasing them to be able to break a bolt seal on their trailer when they arrive at the receiver. Now, on the other hand they may use these bolt cutters to cut the lock or seal on someone else's trailer so they can take items from that trailer. See it is the same as the slim jim argument.
No, it isn't the same.


Since all major truck stops sell bolt cutters then by your moral standard (not wanting to contribute to criminal activity) we should boycott all major truck stop chains. So tell me how the bolt cutter argument is any different from the slim jim argument.
A bolt cutter has a legitimate use outside of a potentially illegal practice. A slim jim does not. What else is a slim jim good for than opening a vehicle door? This is why the manufacturer is forced to print "not responsible for illegal use" on the back of the packaging.

Perhaps eventually you will get the point that there is no legitimate reason for any truckstop to make an illegal activity easier by providing tools specifically designed for that illegal activity, as it only serves to put their customers in harms way. Somehow, I doubt you ever will.

Skywalker 06-15-2008 04:15 AM


Originally Posted by headborg
I just wish they'd sell -- old fashion wire clothes hangers-- they work a lot better than those slim jims-- at least i never had any luck with them-- and do you know how hard it is to find a driver willing to part with a wire clothes hanger to help you out- if you ever lock yourself out of your truck.

How many do you need? I've got about 20 extras....I'd gladly part with one to help you out. My laundry people hang my shirts on wire hangers and I keep them to insert in the placard holders to keep the placards in, especially in rainy weather....so I always have spares... :D 8) 8)

Roadhog 06-15-2008 04:17 AM

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Skywalker 06-15-2008 04:18 AM

Pilot SUCKS!!!

Prices on goods are a hoser, most don't have enough help, the bathrooms are filthy....and in general....well..you get the point.

slim chance 06-15-2008 04:26 AM


Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
No Rev.Vassago, I am not missing the point.

I already said you are.

And because you say so it must be the truth, that is slightly egotistical.


Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
You are assuming that everyone who purchases this device is planning on engaging in criminal mischeif.

I made no such assumption.

Look below, you are saying that the only use a slim jim has is to engage in illegal activity. Sounds like that is your assumption to me. If not you would realize that the person who buys a slim jim has the same chance of engaging in illegal activity as a person who purchases bolt cutters. The only difference is the slim jim gets them access to YOUR stuff where as the bolt cutters gets them access to SOMEONE ELSE'S stuff.


Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
This is exactly the same as someone buying a pair of bolt cutters in a truck stop. They may be purchasing them to be able to break a bolt seal on their trailer when they arrive at the receiver. Now, on the other hand they may use these bolt cutters to cut the lock or seal on someone else's trailer so they can take items from that trailer. See it is the same as the slim jim argument.

No, it isn't the same.

Please explain, it sure has a lot of similarities to me.


Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
Since all major truck stops sell bolt cutters then by your moral standard (not wanting to contribute to criminal activity) we should boycott all major truck stop chains. So tell me how the bolt cutter argument is any different from the slim jim argument.

A bolt cutter has a legitimate use outside of a potentially illegal practice. A slim jim does not.

Really, a slim jim can only be used illegitimately. Please elaborate.


Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago
What else is a slim jim good for than opening a vehicle door?

Exactly, opening doors is not an illegal activity.


Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago
This is why the manufacturer is forced to print "not responsible for illegal use" on the back of the packaging.

No, the reason they put (not forced) that statement on the packaging is because of our over sensitized population that wants to sue or boycott something for the most silly of reasons.


Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago
Perhaps eventually you will get the point that there is no legitimate reason for any truckstop to make an illegal activity easier by providing tools specifically designed for that illegal activity, as it only serves to put their customers in harms way. Somehow, I doubt you ever will.

So by making a claim that you doubt I ever will (get your point) makes your claim more valid how? See again you are claiming that the only use, or as you say it, "tools specifically designed" for illegal activity but you will not acknowledge that the same device can be used to open the locked door of a vehicle without it being an illegal activity. That goes right back up to where you say you made no assumption. Which is it, do only criminals buy slim jims or is it possible that legitimate people might use this device as intended by the manufacturer? The problem is you can't seem to make a stance, one statement you say "A bolt cutter has a legitimate use outside of a potentially illegal practice. A slim jim does not." then you say "I made no such assumption" when I said you think everyone purchasing this item plans to engage in criminal mischief. Then you say you doubt I will ever get the point. No kidding your point doesn't stay the same in one posting.

Skywalker 06-15-2008 04:37 AM

Me....I solved the whole problem by carrying an extra key in my pocket, another one in my wallet....and I even have one hidden on the truck somewhere.....(just hope I can remember where if I ever need it :shock: 8) ) But I'll give you a coat hanger if you need one...... 8)

Rev.Vassago 06-15-2008 06:12 AM


Originally Posted by slim chance

Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
No Rev.Vassago, I am not missing the point.

I already said you are.

And because you say so it must be the truth, that is slightly egotistical.

No, it's very egotistical.



Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
You are assuming that everyone who purchases this device is planning on engaging in criminal mischeif.

I made no such assumption.

Look below, you are saying that the only use a slim jim has is to engage in illegal activity. Sounds like that is your assumption to me.
That isn't what I said at all.


If not you would realize that the person who buys a slim jim has the same chance of engaging in illegal activity as a person who purchases bolt cutters. The only difference is the slim jim gets them access to YOUR stuff where as the bolt cutters gets them access to SOMEONE ELSE'S stuff.
That is a very broad conclusion. Besides, I wasn't aware that Pilot sold bolt cutters....



Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
This is exactly the same as someone buying a pair of bolt cutters in a truck stop. They may be purchasing them to be able to break a bolt seal on their trailer when they arrive at the receiver. Now, on the other hand they may use these bolt cutters to cut the lock or seal on someone else's trailer so they can take items from that trailer. See it is the same as the slim jim argument.

No, it isn't the same.

Please explain, it sure has a lot of similarities to me.
I already did.



Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago

Originally Posted by slim chance
Since all major truck stops sell bolt cutters then by your moral standard (not wanting to contribute to criminal activity) we should boycott all major truck stop chains. So tell me how the bolt cutter argument is any different from the slim jim argument.

A bolt cutter has a legitimate use outside of a potentially illegal practice. A slim jim does not.

Really, a slim jim can only be used illegitimately. Please elaborate.
The only thing a slim jim does is open doors, legally or illegally. A bolt cutter (which Pilot doesn't even sell, so why are we discussing them?) has many different uses, other than opening doors.



Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago
What else is a slim jim good for than opening a vehicle door?

Exactly, opening doors is not an illegal activity.
As I already said, it is a potentially illegal activity.



Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago
This is why the manufacturer is forced to print "not responsible for illegal use" on the back of the packaging.

No, the reason they put (not forced) that statement on the packaging is because of our over sensitized population that wants to sue or boycott something for the most silly of reasons.
They are obviously aware that their product is going to be used illegally, therefore they are attempting to protect themselves.



Originally Posted by Rev.Vassago
Perhaps eventually you will get the point that there is no legitimate reason for any truckstop to make an illegal activity easier by providing tools specifically designed for that illegal activity, as it only serves to put their customers in harms way. Somehow, I doubt you ever will.

So by making a claim that you doubt I ever will (get your point) makes your claim more valid how? See again you are claiming that the only use, or as you say it, "tools specifically designed" for illegal activity but you will not acknowledge that the same device can be used to open the locked door of a vehicle without it being an illegal activity.
Sure it can. I never claimed otherwise.


That goes right back up to where you say you made no assumption. Which is it, do only criminals buy slim jims or is it possible that legitimate people might use this device as intended by the manufacturer?
Sure, a "legitimate" person might use the device. The only "intention" the manufacturer claims on the packaging is that it can open any door.


The problem is you can't seem to make a stance, one statement you say "A bolt cutter has a legitimate use outside of a potentially illegal practice. A slim jim does not." then you say "I made no such assumption" when I said you think everyone purchasing this item plans to engage in criminal mischief. Then you say you doubt I will ever get the point. No kidding your point doesn't stay the same in one posting.
Sure it does. You are simply trying to compare apples to oranges by comparing a slim jim set, which Pilot sells, and the manufacturer obviously knows can and will be used for illegal purposes (hence the disclaimer), and a bolt cutter, which Pilot doesn't sell, which has multiple uses outside of opening doors.

I suppose next you will attempt to present a valid argument for why they carry siphon hoses....


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