[Bullitt_Buyer]

Well, it finally happened. Even though I consider myself a conservative driver, I got caught by a cop. He clocked me going 19 mph over the speed limit. All I could think of was what this was going to do to my insurance. Fortunately, the cop was a super nice guy and let me off with only a warning. I am taping my warning above my visor so every time I get into my car and have the need for speed, that will serve as a reminder. This whole experience has taken some of the fun away from driving my Bullitt. Which is just as good, since we are socked in with snow here in NC.

-Christine-
#4930

 

[BULLITTBRO1]

AHHH put it in the glove box and let her rip. or is you bullit a him. When you gonna speed always speed behind someone else atleast 1/8 mile ahead of yah and watch for break lights

 

[Pony XTC]

I don't know about the laws in your state, but maybe it's time for an Escort-radar detector.

 

[BUL2294]

Only 3 states have laws against radar detector use: NY, VA, and CT (and DC).

 

[Bullitt_Buyer]

I have a radar detector but military installations (on which I happen to live) do not allow them. So, unless I disconnect it every time I enter the gate, it's not worth it unless I'm on a long road trip.

-Christine-

 

[Railcop094]

It's all in a day's fun. I got a warning ticket the other night and I AM a cop.

 

[TwoStangWmn]

Christine, I know it is just a matter of time that I, too, receive a warning, er um ticket, as I hardly ever go the speed limit! It has been 17 years since I have gotten a speeding ticket and 9 years since a warning when I was in my 69.

Thanks, Travis, for the heads up on the watching for the brake lights up ahead!

Vicki

 

[Dona]

I've never even been pulled over and I don't exactly speed, unless it's highway, then it's just maybe 5-10 over the limit. I don't speed on side streets or through town, never. But, I asked hubby what he'd do IF someday I came home and told him I'd gotten a ticket in Bulletta. He said he'd pat me on the back and say "that's my girl!". He'd be PROUD! ha!

 

[FASTBULLITT]

HEHE :lol:

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[BULLITT #2037 FOREVER]

THE PROBLEM WITH RADAR AND LASER DETECTORS THAT IF THEY ARE INSTANT ON BY THE TIME YOUR DETECTOR GOES OFF THEY ALREADY CLOCKED YOUR SPEED AND ARE GOING TO TALK TO YOU...RICK

 

[Cochese]

Yes...instant on will get you!

What I can't figure out is when you have the
cruise control set at the speed limit and you
get pulled over for doing 20 mph over the
limit! This happened to me in my '99 Vette.
He let me off with a warning but I was
dumbfounded! There were other cars around
me, passing me too.
Maybe he zapped another car.


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[Walkman003309]

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On 2002-01-03 20:37, Bullitt_Buyer wrote:
I have a radar detector but military installations (on which I happen to live) do not allow them. So, unless I disconnect it every time I enter the gate, it's not worth it unless I'm on a long road trip.

-Christine-
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I just unplug the cord when I get to the gate, if the SP hassles you, they are probaly getting heat from the Command section. Right now at Macdill the SP's are really cracking down on speeding, but I can't blame them as we have had a couple of close calls in the housing areas.

 

[Bulittt]

I have found that by the time your radar detector gives you a warning, it is usually too late.
If I have to rely on a detector, then maybe I shouldn't be speeding at all.
But it is really tough to keep from speeding in a car like this. I don't need my insurance rates to skyrocket any more than they already have, so I try to keep the speed down. I try...... hell, that is all a steer can do.

 

[01GTCOUPE]

Threw out my detector 8 years ago. No tickets since. I had more tickets when I had a detector.

I slow down wherever a cop COULD be. It makes for some interesting driving. I like knowing where the safe zones are so I can rip into the Bullitt without hesitation.

I've had four warnings in the last 8 years and only one in a Mustang. I'll probably get a ticket tomorrow.

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[mr.pj]

There was a thread about radar on the news group. Laser clocked a flashlight going twenty in the court room. detectors are not a license to speed but if you pay attention they can help avoid a ticket.

 

[Damdannyboy]

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On 2002-01-04 02:12, Dona wrote:
I've never even been pulled over and I don't exactly speed, unless it's highway, then it's just maybe 5-10 over the limit. I don't speed on side streets or through town, never. But, I asked hubby what he'd do IF someday I came home and told him I'd gotten a ticket in Bulletta. He said he'd pat me on the back and say "that's my girl!". He'd be PROUD! ha!

</BLOCKQUOTE></FONT></TD></TR><TR><TD><HR></TD></TR></TABLE>Dona are you telling us you hav'nt had True Blue over 100 mph yet! Thats sad.

 

[Bullitt_Buyer]

I couldn't imagine driving the Bullitt, or any car over 100 mph. But, I have been in the passenger seat when the driver has gone way over 100 mph. Wow! It was fun - what a rush! I think I'm just too much of a chicken to do it myself, plus I don't trust my driving abilities enough. I'm a firm believer in knowing one's limits, and sticking to them!!!!!!

-Christine-

 

[Damdannyboy]

I try to get my HOG up over 100 every time I get on the interstate, but when the bride is riding bitch I get a wack in the back of head, when I get to around 95. no love tap(no helmet)ouch!!

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[BudACAD]

From the passenger seat I have been at 140 in a big block 68 Firebird. Had to go home and change after that. I drove my 68 Mustang at 125 and that was the fastest I have ever driven :wink:

Dona and Christine, GO FOR IT :wink:... Find a place that you can run on the track for 1/4 mile run where it is safe and give it a shot. You will love it!

Take care.

Bud

 

[BUL2294]

Had mine up to 125 on the highway with 2 passengers in the car. The ride was flawless, albeit noisy. (The brakes were also great when I caught up to the car in front of me doing half my speed). Made it from O'Hare to downtown Milwaukee in 60 minutes!