call the FD or not - Page 5

askmrjesus · 02-19-2009, 10:09 AM

The next time you call the FD and interrupt them while they're taking a break, you might want to use this handy checklist:

1. Is my house on fire?

2. Is my big fat head stuck in a pool drain?

End of checklist.

JC

Papa_Complex · 02-19-2009, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by RACER X

they'res always an ax to go thru the door as others have alluded to.

Spreader is considerably faster AND less destructive. Axes are only for people who lock themselves out of their houses.

Flexin · 02-19-2009, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by RACER X

and before this weekend i didn't know they did it either.

the FD also had the tools, a door jamb spreader,

Then what or who gave you the idea to call them?

Thats a cool tool but I would rather not have my lock picked then to have the door jam pushed apart. Less chance for damage IMO by picking the lock. If the dead bolt gets locked it has to pushed pretty far to get past the bolt.

Even after this thread I will not call them if I'm locked out. I feel I I took enough steps to keep me from needing them.

James

RACER X · 02-19-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Flexin

Then what or who gave you the idea to call them?

Thats a cool tool but I would rather not have my lock picked then to have the door jam pushed apart. Less chance for damage IMO by picking the lock. If the dead bolt gets locked it has to pushed pretty far to get past the bolt.

James

2 of my neighbors told me

this wasn't a deadbolt, it was knob-lock? so it wasn't spread far.

yeah if it was the ft/rear door w/ deadbolts this tool woulda been a no go.

we're not gonna damage the doors or glass it is a new house, the L/S @ $125 woulda been the cheapest route.

azoomm · 02-19-2009, 10:17 AM

Nope.

I have entirely too many friends that work emergency services to subject them to such a menial task.

Amorok · 02-19-2009, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by RACER X

this wasn't a deadbolt, it was knob-lock? so it wasn't spread far.

Wait, it was a knob lock? You fucking dolt, do you realize how easy it was to get past that piddly thing?! Just borrow a hammer and knock the goddamn knob off! Then, go to Wal-Mart and get two things:

1. A Brinks knob so nobody can do the same thing to you.

2. Get them to cut you a SPARE FUCKING KEY. They'll even engrave something on it for you. I'd suggest dumbass.

RACER X · 02-19-2009, 10:30 AM

yup knob lock

don't forget rekeying the lock.

Z hit it was a rubber mallet a few times, and gave up, then the neighbors came w/ FD idea. so we called them.

z06boy · 02-19-2009, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Trip

break a window ftw

I'd probably do the same...I've NEVER even thought about calling the FD in a situation like this.

askmrjesus · 02-19-2009, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by RACER X

Z hit it was a rubber mallet a few times, and gave up, then the neighbors came w/ FD idea. so we called them.

Wait, you had your wife try to break in for you, and THEN you called the FD?

What the fuck were you doing all this time, making waffles?

JC

Papa_Complex · 02-19-2009, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by askmrjesus

Wait, you had your wife try to break in for you, and THEN you called the FD?

What the fuck were you doing all this time, making waffles?

JC

The waffles were inside, remember?

Newfie (substitute Hillbilly if you don't know what a Newfie is) calls the fire department:

Newfie: I need help! I locked my keys inside my car and the engine is running. It's about to start raining, so I need to get in fast!

Dispatch: We can send a truck out immediately sir, but why is it such an emergency?

Newfie: Well it's a convertible and my family are locked inside. They'll drown!

View Poll Results: would you
call the FD (who you think will do it for free)	6	15.79%
call the locksmith @ $125	32	84.21%
lie and say you'd call the locksmith, but prolly call teh FD	0	0%
Voters: 38. You may not vote on this poll

02-19-2009, 10:09 AM	#41
askmrjesus Soul Man Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Everywhere, all the time. Moto: '0000 Custom Turbo Cross (with jet kit). Posts: 6,481	The next time you call the FD and interrupt them while they're taking a break, you might want to use this handy checklist: 1. Is my house on fire? 2. Is my big fat head stuck in a pool drain? End of checklist. JC __________________ The way things are going, they're gonna crucify me.

02-19-2009, 10:17 AM	#45
azoomm moderator chick Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hill Country TX Moto: Pasta Rockets Posts: 8,917	Nope. I have entirely too many friends that work emergency services to subject them to such a menial task. __________________ We have enough youth. How about a fountain of "smart"? Come Play at the Track!! http://www.elitetrackdays.com

02-19-2009, 10:30 AM	#47
RACER X AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Richmond, Tx Moto: '10 Tuono Factory Posts: 4,569	yup knob lock don't forget rekeying the lock. Z hit it was a rubber mallet a few times, and gave up, then the neighbors came w/ FD idea. so we called them. __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ 2014 GROM! 181cc of FURY 2010 Aprilia Tuono Factory - SOLD 2009 SFV Gladius - SOLD 2008 Hayabusa - SOLD.