The Jewbag

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Chekov's logic, while I don't agree with it, makes sense.

It's not that you won't get pulled over for it, it's that you could get pulled over for it.


Although I will say, that by this logic, none of us should ever leave the house for fear of some freak accident killing us.

Chekov

Well, I really don’t want to overwork the old rationalization that having never been pulled over yet is some sort of proof that you will never be pulled over. Like poor Captain Edward Smith, he crossed the Atlantic for thirty years and never hit an iceberg—until that one time.

So let me try another approach. There’s a reason for the amber (and red in the rear) light law, and that is it enhances safer night driving. Does that mean anything to you? Or is it just another silly law that you do not have to respect, as if you have the right to disobey any law or rule for which you disagree.

Sure I’m older than most around here and may be out of touch, but frankly, I’ve never been able to understand the mindset of those who drive around with illegal mods and think nothing of it, as if getting away with it so far is proof that they’re doing nothing wrong.

Tek-C

iTrader: (5)

You're right, just because it hasn't happen, doesn't mean it can't happen. However, for safety purposes, if they the other drivers can't tell which direction I'm facing/driving, or if I'm a vehicle with my headlights and tail lights on, then I guess the other drivers have a problem.

You may be older, but I find age to be irrelevant since I believe age doesn't define one's maturity level. As for installing mods in disregard for silly laws, i guess it falls under the same category as to driving 4 miles above the posted speed limit and think it's okay. The law is the law, yet people still do it. Will a cop pull you over and give you a ticket for driving 39 in a 35, probably not. Does it make right, who knows. People are still going to do it regardless...

The Jewbag

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If this were the case, then every other country would require every car has amber in the headlights

Chekov

Not necessarily so. Other countries may not have the interest in auto safety that we have. Certainly, we are more litigious in the U.S., leading to higher auto insurance rates stemming from auto accidents. And I’m sure there are other safety features we have that are not installed in vehicles in other countries. All that tells me is that those countries, especially those that do not have democratic governments, just don’t give a rip.

Xenolith666

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It's not like there aren't lights still there.. trust me, they're bright! They light up the whole frikin road from the middle of a 3 lane highway.

And who says I don't enjoy my G? Also, when driving any sports car, who isn't a little paranoid about a cop being around that corner when you're going 75. It can't be helped.

Chekov

Apparently you’ve decided that because they’re bright, the absence of amber doesn’t matter, i.e., the letter of the law can be waived. I know it sounds corny, but we are a nation of laws, and this sort of thing can lead to many other personal justifications:

• Use of seat belts are not necessary if you’ve never had an accident.
• Blabbing on a cell phone at 65 mph is OK if you’re a skilled driver.
• Speed limits should be discretionary and need not be obeyed by good drivers.
• Rear license plates not necessary if you obey all other traffic laws.
• Blue tail lights should be allowed if you like that color.
• Parking in front of a fire hydrant is OK if there’s not been a fire in the area for over 10 years.

G37sEugene

these are beautiful

Tek-C

iTrader: (5)

I think you're becoming way over dramatic with this. We think you made your point. Besides, not everybody lives in a state where police will pull you over just to see if you have any illegal mods like California.

Chekov

You’re right, but I felt it was the only way to make the point. But if it’s now been made, I’ll leave you guys alone in this thread.

Tek-C

iTrader: (5)

I do see your point, but you have to admit, those lights do look awesome like that!

Xenolith666

iTrader: (4)

pfft.. trivial **** you list.. I drive with my ****in feet while drinking a bottle of jack daniels and huffing glue..

go be rules police somewhere else.. maybe you should become a cop and you can bust all those people breaking those all important trivial laws you hold so dear on your side of the country. All the things you listed, 90% of the countries drivers do at one point or another..