there's a whole other set of problems. we were putting an aftermarket pan on and i think i stripped out the threads on the transmission. i could get the old bolt to tighten, but the new one would tighten so far then break loose.
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i feel like a complete idiot, i was an airplane mechanic for 5 years in the Marines and it wasn't my first bolt.
Yes, anytime an officer made a suggestion in my favor, the court usually followed it. If you go to court well dressed and be very respectful, you'll make a good impression and probably stay out of jail. When he asks what you have to say just tell him the truth and that you made a mistake and have learned from it.
I'd take 80e to 81n to 84e, get off in Newburgh, hop on 87n to Voorheesville. You can fly through PA, people get the fuck out of your way. If you have time, off of 87 there's a nice little college town in New Paltz. SUNY girls are easy.