Will this be fatal and need add to your list Malc.

[Spacewagon52]

Verey sorry to read your story Stuart. I am gutted for you. Did any other neighbours have damage to their cars?

I will never fully understand vandalism.

[Malc1]

Pop a note thru your Cctv neighbours door so he gets it Wednesday when he returns maybe …… I’d bring private prosecutions if the Police refuse to act ……. this is so damnably AWFUL 

If you can’t prosecute and the Police refuse to  act then report it to Social Services, the local Council, County Council maybe too …… these vandals need rounding up and severely punishing

Oh I forgot, they’re Mental Health victims needing compassion counselling and a breakaway to DisneyLand whatever to repair their tiny minds ……. don’t worry, you’ll pay whatever as the taxpayer   🥵

So infuriates me 

Malc 

[Malc1]

I’m having coffee tomorrow with Chris who popped a plastic rear screen on his Ls400 and maybe he’ll have something more useful to impart ! 

Malc 

[ROYT]

I'm absolutely seething that some low life did this twice.

Concentrate on getting well.

Indicative of the way this country is heading, police too busy arresting people 

singing Christian songs, the thugs know there is little chance of being caught and 

if caught, a light slap on the wrist and free to continue. Rant Alert! --Crime is not a priority, it's how much money they can squeeze out of us to pay for illegal asylum seekers and net zero, which is impossible and will never happen. There is a concerted effort from  all  governments to price all motorists off the road anyway, watch your road tax, insurance, parking charges continue to rise along with more and more restrictions where you can drive or park. They want to control your money[digital currency] electrical usage [smart meters] next, pay per mile, doing away with land lines, means they can switch off the internet[or an enemy will hack it] and the public will have no contact to emergency services etc. The switch to electric vehicles is the biggest con since the common market. There is inadequate electricity supplies now, changing to electric will make it worse , plus the manufacture and disposal of EV's make more pollution than ICE vehicles. They are only good for a short trip, any thing more is likely to be  at least an hour of your life wasted while it charges, if you aren't in a queue. Then there's the fire risk, 'no worse than ICE you say' do some research, at least 5000 gallons of water and Hasmat suits to put it out and it may reignite anytime. Toxic fumes worse than ICE fires and for a longer period, really good for the environment! Check it out, before you dismiss it, the the hype for EV's is all  BS. All not true?, just wait and see ... Sorry for this rant!  

[runsgrateasanut]

I'll give the neighbours time to recover from their sea journey from the Hook of Holland especially as they've been in Germany almost a month.  I haven't told Chris the upsetting news but just referred him to the Thread. He may not be aware of the change in circumstances. I have purchased today Anthracite  Grey Waterproof Canvas and a perspex panel.  Am considering using plastic trim fittings like those used to secure the boot linings.Will need to drill.  Can't say when I'll acutally do the job, or if I'll do the job, but intention is there. Bonding primer and possibly ordinary domestic silicone (3M costs a fortune) will be used with each section being stretched and drying before moving to another section.  Anyway, didn't sleep a wink last night so hoping I can forget the problem until purchases arrive. Got until the 29th Feb if I'm going to reclaim 11 months tax. Paid for 12 months the day before problem first discovered. Ouch!  

 

[Malc1]

You def won’t need to cancel the Road Tax …… she’ll be up and running again in no time …… have faith ….. you’ll win, we’ll all win and the little thugs will get their cumuppence …… we’ll all pop round and kneecap the toerags 🤞

Malc 

[runsgrateasanut]

Totally agree with you Roy. Which party (other than Trump in the US of A) is saying that they will veto the intro of  Cent Banque Dig C's - none of them as far as I can tell. My MP sent me some stupid stock reply in answer to my concerns over the Worst Health Authority which fouled up last time, giving itself global powers to not to be challenged by anyone on its mandates. Our P.M. who has made a grand investment into the forthcoming Medical internventions which dear old Bill G is possibly planning,  says nothing to oppose. The mandate will likely be enforced by A! stopping peoples Bank Accounts if their "Digital Wallet" (EU terminology) shows we have not complied".  Our freedom which the young Harari likens to that of an Octopus is on the line, I fear. 

[runsgrateasanut]

On 2/19/2024 at 12:14 PM, Spacewagon52 said:

Verey sorry to read your story Stuart. I am gutted for you. Did any other neighbours have damage to their cars?

I will never fully understand vandalism.

Thanks David,  in answer, I don't know. I have been told that thay have egged a house on a new Estate and caused damage elsewhere. Why they have chosen my Car I haven't a clue. Being on the Sea Front with Gardens opposite with Seats, they do congregate ( this word always remind me of my Headmaster - "you Boys don't congregate" ) where in darkness they sometimes sit or mess around. I've never approached them or watched them. 

[runsgrateasanut]

My short lived Rear screen didn't last twenty four hours. I had a restless night and the neighbour telling my wife "sorry I have bad news for you" I heard whilst still in bed and guessed the worst.

Postman tells me that a Glass Door at a Community Centre has been smashed and a Garden Wall knocked down in our Millenium Square.  Have I heard from the Rozzers?  No. Have I seen a patrol Car? - no.  Vandalism running rife. Just wonder what will happen when I have replaced the Glass with my "Cabriolet" style rear screen? A different Window smashed or a blade taken to the Canvas? Its very disheartening to say the least.  S'pose I'll have to invest in CCTV rather than the Dummy I have on the House.

[Malc1]

This is a dreadful state of affairs ……… Police Station visit maybe ? Eyeball to eyeball and thump the desk 👍

Malc 

[runsgrateasanut]

We had a local Police Station here at Walton but it closed down several years ago as did the referred one at Thorpe Le Soken.  Don't for some reason come under Clacton?

I'd booked a blood test at Clacton for today at  5.50pm and wife and I set out in this appalling weather thinking and hoping that the temporary Tarp Screen would stay in place. Puddles five foot from kerb, torrential rain and the sound of rain falling from Telephone wires & glass fragments  unnerved me after just three miles down the road. Clacton Hospital is seven miles and the return journey so, turned back home as didn't want a swimming pool in the boot/ back seat.  Quite a bit of condensation as the day the glass was fitted and then broken in evening, it rained nearly all that night, so... Heater did work pretty well to clear the windscreen, but I bottled it and cancelled the appointment once home. Hey ho, lifes rich patina of fun and challenges.   Illegitimi non Carborundum as they say!

[Malc1]

I feel for you so much especially with your health issues too AND the inability of ANY Authority to professionally help, understand and guide you going forward to a positive outcome …….. it’s a dreadful situation for you 

Might there be, preferably another glass  rear screen available anywhere for you I'm wondering 🤔

Malc 

[runsgrateasanut]

Malc, there are two potential donors on F/B marketplace. One has been on there twenty weeks and the other six days. Neither has replied to my enquiry. Frankly, I was just very lucky that the guy in Northampton offered to take out the Glass. Both thse are in the Midlands and I doubt they are intereted in the task, hence no reply. Frankly, what would be the point when these low lifers are likely to have a go again?  Its cost me £450 so far and I'm not too sure if to approach the insurers for a write off value etc. It will likely increase premiums for all in the direct area.  So, I'm going to try the Cabriolet idea.  Impressed by Chris's replacement Screen in plastic but wrong time of year to try to copy.  Will update with photo when finally complete the project. Don't hold your breath, in case I decide to just write it off. 

[Malc1]

🥵

Malc 

[Malc1]

On 2/6/2024 at 10:49 AM, Malc1 said:

Just taken this piccy of my rear screen Toyota markings 1991 car

I've just taken this photo of my 91 car Front Windscreen logo too  ......  if anyone's interested in the comparitive hieroglyphics

I believe it's possibly the original screen too

MalcIMG_3581.HEIC

[Malc1]

Stuart hi 

How’s all this going for you now ? 
 

Malc 

 

[runsgrateasanut]

Its been painfully slow, partly due to the appalling weather me being on the Sea Front and having little energy. If we get a few good days I may be able to work on it. The Canvas with screen has been made up. I have until the 12th April to decide if to throw in the towel and claim or see if there is an option to keep albeit with a claim payout.  Funny thing is that Saga sent a renewal notice for £472.01 (previous three year fixed at £342.91.)  Seems they may still insure thirty year old Cars. Unlikely perhaps if I claim, I suspect.

[Malc1]

Maybe Saga are a tad confused …… hoping it all works out best for you …… and the car …… keep us posted whatever your decisions and options 

Malc 

[LenT]

I’ve only just caught up with this thread, Stuart, but wanted to express my sympathy that you have been the victim of such mindless vandalism.  I regret that I cannot offer anything practical in the form of replacement screens, but agree with Malcolm - and others - that the culprits should be exposed.

I suspect that the Police may have a good idea who’s responsible for this and other instances of local criminal damage.  Without clear video evidence it’s a matter of catching them in the act.  I wondered if you had considered calling the local paper or TV and revealing how much this moronic activity is affecting your Life and the challenging circumstances that you are already dealing with?

Of course, you may feel that that might make you even more of a target.  But the culprit is almost certainly well known locally and some well directed publicity might well shame others into developing a social conscience.  After all, it’s your car today - but it’ll be theirs tomorrow unless it’s stopped.

[runsgrateasanut]

Thanks Len for your thoughts. I filled in online  a form for the Police which for some reason are Kent Police???  Despite this, not had a visit from the local community officers or any other contact just an auto acknowledgment.  I didn't see who these yobs are and so can't give any info to the Police. OK its an old Banger and I have always had Cars that have many years on them, Mercs mainly.  When my car was "lost in France" during covld I bought a one owner Toyota Corolla but couldn't find the comfort of the Lexus, so sold it and bought a GS300. Both these cars cost me money with new brake discs, Calipers and tryes and I can't now do this work myself, so knowing the LS (had it ten years) with December MOT,  I don't want to replace it. Only 150k on the clock and a joy when we drive the 600 miles to SW France several time a year. Unsure if I'll be able to do this as health has taken a nose dive. 

[Malc1]

Stuart ......  we might form a new vigilante group to patrol your area at night BUT will require copious amounts of tea, coffee and bikkies ........  and somewhere to store the bodies of the miscreants that will be piling up ....  have you the Village Stocks to hand 😉

Malc

[Boomer54]

3 hours ago, Malc1 said:

Stuart ......  we might form a new vigilante group to patrol your area at night BUT will require copious amounts of tea, coffee and bikkies ........  and somewhere to store the bodies of the miscreants that will be piling up ....  have you the Village Stocks to hand 😉

Malc

How do you tell a Northerner from a Southerner. Answer Bics.

[runsgrateasanut]

Well all, for better or worse I've almost completed the Rear Screen.  I have no room for any Chrome but the beading of butyl is yt to be added and the boot end has to adhere to the platic rail.

Before obvious critisism of the work in my defence I've laid awake for almost two months of incessant rain and dry and its been difficult to make progress. Couple this with the fact that I have advanced prostate Cancer, Lymphodeama , DVT and Bilateral Nephrostomys to my kidneys and you will understand wht I'v had to go through becuase of spiteful youths. Its wonky I know. The frivoulous fringe at the bottom is because I cut the material too short but couldnt start all over againand was too lazy to cut it off. Gives it a feminine feel! .  I put the wrong side outer and not the rain proof side which meant I had to melt some silicone with white spirit and brush it all over to ensure rain runs off. I have yet to also stick it down to the plastic rail that crosses the boot. I've today glued it to the Cork and need wait 24 hours before finishing.

The only Cabrio LS400 in existence?

[steve2006]

Wow that’s a great project result, just need a heat seeking automatic scatter gun mounted on the boot lid in case the barstools return again!
Given the amount of grief they have caused you I would consider that “reasonable force”

[Malc1]

Didn’t the Prince Rainier of Monaco have a cabriolet Ls400 once ……. you’re keeping sound company 👍

Well done ……. it’s looking fine and you’re doing great with it all 

NOW do NOT earmark and track down those vandals …… their blood on your smart Mobil will be a blemish too far ……. hahahaha ……NOT ! 

Well done it’s GREAT 

Malc