My girlfriend and I got in a big fight. She wants me to stop driving my "o-zone buster" (UPDATED)

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...it's really putting a damper on my day

I drive a 1965 Chevy pickup truck with a V8 that gets about 9 miles per gallon. She told me I need to get a hybrid or else our relationship is in question. She's 20 years younger than me and several degrees out of my league...so I don;t want to take this too lightly.

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1/19 UPDATE:

I couldn't handle all her drama, so I told her to get to steppin'. I am taking this as an opportunity to re-establish my game. If any DU ladies are interested, send me a PM. (Must be 20-25yo. And smoking hot.)

[ret5hd]

1. Well, you just kinda sound...conflicted...

i guess is the word for it.

Why you askin' us?

[TheBlackAdder]

32. Perhaps she doesn't want him to die if he hits a Chevy Malibu with it.

[PatrickforO]

179. That's quite an eye opener.

And here I was thinking they don't make 'em like that anymore.

I guess we're lucky they don't, eh?

[elleng]

2. Good idea to not take it too lightly,

but take a few breaths and think about your goals.

Good luck

[TheBlackAdder]

30. The real question that he needs to answer is: Are you Rollin' Coal with it?

[safeinOhio]

3. Lots of women out there.

Hard to find a truck like that.

[safeinOhio]

6. Didn't mean to sound rude.

But, she sounds a little controlling and those things never get better.

[BlueJazz]

31. Amen to that. Step by step, slowly they turn. Next: "I don't like THAT show ..and I've been..

...meaning to talk to you about your haircut..and while I'm at it.....". Nooo thank you.

[Proserpina]

51. I agree, and I'm a woman

and no, control freaks don't improve with age, regardless of sex.
(and you can take that either way)

[kath]

181. Heh. LOVE the double meaning in your last phrase...

[Go Vols]

150. +1

[PatrickforO]

180. You don't sound rude. You sound right on the money.

Sounds like IF she even loves him, that love is quite CONDITIONAL.

He should rethink the relationship, because conditional love sucks.

[ret5hd]

4. And also, if it's only gettin' 9 it needs a tune up.

[Mnemosyne]

71. +1 nt

[pinboy3niner]

5. You'd think she'd at least give you points for having a tree in your pickup bed

[BlueJazz]

33. !

You're a Rascal!

[Lizzie Poppet]

7. In terms of overall "green-ness," she's wrong.

There is no way your lovely old truck's relative environmental inefficiency will, during the entire time you operate it, even approach the impact of creating an entirely new vehicle, regardless of that new vehicle's higher efficiency and low impact.

Recycling works. Using the things we make out of the earth's resources until they simply no longer work is a very green concept.

[enough]

16. Good point, Lizzie. She hasn't really thought this through. (nt)

[Brickbat]

17. ^^

[FLPanhandle]

19. +1

For a woman who is so demanding about being "green", she is woefully ignorant of her demands.

[zigby]

42. Not really.

http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1093657_buying-a-new-car-is-greener-than-driving-an-old-one-really

[BlueStreak]

106. And unless it has a leaking AC unit, it isn't an "ozone buster"

assuming she's talking about the "ozone layer" in the atmosphere and not the ozone in smog.

But seriously, couldn't you look at a newer pick-up? You know, one with seat belts and a working radio?

[LittleBlue]

124. Hmmm that's a good argument

I doubt that will satisfy her. If he makes this argument, he might give the appearance that the car matters to him more than she does.

It is very logical, though.

[PatrickforO]

182. The car CLEARLY matters more to HER, though.

So...maybe ditch the woman and keep the truck?

Or, best yet, ditch the woman and get a NEW truck!

But I HAD conditional love from my ex and it ISN'T love, really. All it is is control. "Oh, I'll love you if you do..."

Who wants, or even has time, for that bullshit?

[NaturalHigh]

185. Good point. I hadn't thought of that.

I was just focusing on the girlfriend being a control freak.

[dhill926]

8. weird ultimatum...

cool truck...so...

[Hoyt]

9. Nice looking truck, haven't seen your girl friend. :) You could get a hybrid and drive

the truck on special occasions. Unfortunately, the demands are not likely to stop there.

[PatrickforO]

183. Yeah, a control freak like that will impose her

conditional love onto all aspects of your life - home, extended family, career...

DON'T do it!

[Iggo]

10. Do ya like her?

In the end, it's just a truck.

[FuzzyRabbit]

56. It's not just a truck!

It is a 50 year old classic vehicle and looks to be in good condition. Properly maintained it could still be running for another 50 years.

[cwydro]

11. That's a cool truck.

She needs to get over herself.

(and I'm a woman.)

[pipoman]

12. I've owned my 65 chevy pickup for 30 years and...

It has been in my family since August 1965.....

If someone was more concerned about the vehicle I drive than their relationship with me I would enjoy it while it lasted then show them the door when I couldn't listen to their stupid shit any longer...

BTW, mine is a straight 6 with a factory powerglide geared so low it gets 11 mpg....

[hack89]

13. Do you really need such a controlling woman in your life?

I say keep the truck and move on.

[Xipe Totec]

14. I would get rid of both. nt

[FLPanhandle]

15. It takes more energy to make a new hybrid than you'll use with your old truck.

If your choice of car is more important to her than you are, then run. RUN FAST!

[zigby]

45. That is a myth.

http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1093657_buying-a-new-car-is-greener-than-driving-an-old-one-really

[FLPanhandle]

49. Cool. I learn something new here all the time. nt

[Kelvin Mace]

70. Also,

you are overlooking the safety issue.

[missingthebigdog]

157. I have a few issues with that article

The author improperly adds in the environmental impact of manufacturing the older vehicle, for one thing. The damage has already been done there- buying a new model in no way mitigates that.

Further, the author does not take into consideration the environmental impact of disposing of the older vehicle, or for that matter, disposing of the newer one at the end of its usable life.

[lumberjack_jeff]

18. A string of arbitrary ultimatums will follow

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The difference between the truck and the gf is that in ten years, you'll miss the truck.

She's less concerned with the ozone layer than engagement ring budget.

[TipTok]

20. Buy some carbon credit and have a reputable organization plant some trees or whatever they do...

[Brickbat]

21. Sounds like she doesn't think much of your relationship, to be honest.

If she wants you to have a hybrid, she can buy you one.

[pintobean]

81. +1. And keep the truck

[Brickbat]

91. Definitely!

Or, you know...I could take it off his hands...

[OregonBlue]

22. Guess it depends on how much you love her and how much you love your truck. Good luck.

[tularetom]

23. You can always find another girlfriend

A truck like that? Not so easy.

[NV Whino]

24. I think your girlfriend

Has questionable taste in boyfriends.

[Iggo]

90. Word.

[Blue_In_AK]

25. Keep the truck.

That's a classic.

And I thought we were doing good with our 2001 Ford Ranger.

[Kip Humphrey]

26. Chevy...or...chick? Why, its that old Chevy or chick dilemma again.

[ChisolmTrailDem]

27. So much I see what you did there...er...here. nt

[sufrommich]

28. So how much are you asking for the truck? nt

[Downwinder]

29. It will be difficult to move her with a hybrid.

[Lochloosa]

53. DUZY!!! Thread winner!!!

[mahina]

153. Burn.

[SylviaD]

34. Women who make these sorts of demands soon move on to others.

Men do this as well. It's a control thing.

If she has discussions with you about updating your vehicle, that's fine. Or if she expresses her dismay at your vehicle's environmental footprint.

But take it from another woman, if she makes demands and issues ultimatums, you'd best think long and hard. This kind of person, should you change your vehicle to please her, will soon move on to the next demand and the next ultimatum.

As the former partner of a very controlling man, I recognize the signs here. My advice is to beware.

Try gently and lovingly telling her you are not going to change your vehicle at this time. Be respectful and polite and reasure her that despite your decision, her opinion does matter to you.

Then observe her reaction and her demeanor.

This is the best advice I can give you. Good luck!

[1939]

76. As they say

Tis better to have loved and lost than to live with a psycho the rest of your life.

[laundry_queen]

163. Excellent post nt

[BlueJazz]

35. I'd get a Hybred girlfriend, one that loves you and the truck.

Hybrid..yes, I know

[elias49]

40. Excellent!

It might be the 'bred' that's the problem.

[ljm2002]

36. That's a beautiful truck...

...and I can understand why you would not want to get rid of it.

Are you in a position to get another car for daily use, and just use the truck rarely?

9 mpg is very low gas mileage which means it is both expensive to run, and definitely not good for the environment.

In the end, it is your choice, after you weigh things out a bit.

Good luck!

[Odin2005]

37. Good for your GF pestering you to care about the environment!

[benld74]

38. How long

1) have you had the truck
2) have you had the girl friend

[edhopper]

39. she cares that little for you

that she would leave you over a truck?

[greytdemocrat]

41. Ha

Assuming this is real.

[Little Star]

52. Bingo

[NaturalHigh]

186. Yep.

[elias49]

43. Very nice truck!

I made a 56 Chevy sedan pretty when I was in my 30s. (30 years ago).
So much steel! Woohoo!
And you could set a whole cooler under the hood while you climbed around after the 6th spark plug.
Those were good days.

[RKP5637]

113. Lots of room to work on them. I liked that! And no code reader needed!

And a tuneup meant a set of plugs, points, capacitor, maybe a distributor rotor and possibly a set of wires. That got you pretty far for most needs.

[SDjack]

44. You will soon be replaced by a Greenie. Doesn't matter what your do. It's over. /nt

[GOLGO 13]

46. She's attempting to force a man to choose over a classic truck or her?

She's trying to rip your balls off & stuff them into her purse. You know that, right?

If you give into this, she will not stop until you have been neutered completely. This is the line that you do not allow anyone to cross. Ultimatums in relationships is one of the biggest warning sign that the person your dealing with is a sociopath.

Me? I would refuse with no room for discussion. If she ever pulls that leaving shit again, have some boxes ready in the garage where you keep the truck so she can pack her trash in & get to stepping.

Hot women are everywhere in Cali. Hot cars like that? Pick the Chevy brother.

[linuxman]

47. Anyone who would issue an ultimatum as petty as that would give me serious pause

Relationships built on ultimatum are seldom destined for happy longevity. May as well have your truck when the other shoe drops. Just saying...

[Lil Missy]

48. I'd replace both of them. n/t

[Gidney N Cloyd]

62. Best answer. :)

[Eleanors38]

50. The deal may have already gone down; the truck is a serviceable excuse.

[Populist_Prole]

58. I was going to say much the same

Especially if the demand is made for something she knows is a big attachment.

[B Calm]

55. Nice looking old Chevy. Since it's not original, you could put a small motor in it.

[LeftyMom]

57. This story sounds bouncy and I have no idea what an "o-zone" is.

-LM, almost certainly younger than you and several degrees out of your league, and also the owner of a sexier vintage truck that gets similar MPG but several unsolicited marriage proposals per stop at the gas station

[dilby]

59. You will find another girlfriend.

Just my 2 cents but any time I gave up something I liked for a woman I ended up regretting it. Girlfriends come and go, your happiness is what should be most important.

[mike_c]

60. dude, girlfriends come and girlfriends go...

...but a big block '65 Chevy truck will always keep you warm at night. Just sayin'.

[403Forbidden]

61. Yes agreed...but technically, I am her supervising manager at work...so I must tread lightly...

...don't want an acrimonious breakup to blow up in my face.

[Gidney N Cloyd]

63. Hoo, boy...

[Kelvin Mace]

72. My, that's a law suit waiting to happen

Never date those you supervise.

[403Forbidden]

73. What is she's an intern, not an employee...would that make any difference?

Just a hypothetical question.

[LeftyMom]

86. I called it folks.

This story is bouncy as hell.

[cherokeeprogressive]

94. Motorized goal post. n/t

[RKP5637]

107. Yep!!!!! n/t

[tammywammy]

125. +1 n/t

[treestar]

177. does that mean "made up"

googling "bouncy" as to a story is only getting me ads for bouncy houses.

[Beacool]

87. Ahhh, therein lies your problem.

Never sh*t where you eat. It's not a good idea to date people that you supervise, in some jobs it's not even allowed. I would advice you to reconsider the whole situation, regardless of the truck issue.

It's a powder keg waiting to explode.

[1939]

172. You don't get laid where you get paid NT

[tammywammy]

126. Then if this is true, you're a moron

You've put the company at risk of a lawsuit. The least of your worries should be the stupid truck, you can easily be fired. Best not to take out a car note when your own employment may be at risk.

[403Forbidden]

127. love transcends the frivolities of life

[tammywammy]

131. Then why the question about the truck?

Isn't that a "frivolity of life"?

Does your management know you're dating a subordinate? Are you prepared to defend yourself if there's a sexual harassment lawsuit? Do your other employees know you're dating? Is she receiving any preferential treatment? Any effect on employee morale?

Dating a subordinate is not only plain stupid, it shows a real lack of good judgment.

[403Forbidden]

132. Because I haven't decided if it is true love yet.

[tammywammy]

133. Does your management know your dating a subordinate?

[403Forbidden]

134. I can't really speak as to what other people know or don't know.

[tammywammy]

135. You might want to give them a heads up, since you've put them at risk of a sexual harassment lawsuit

[403Forbidden]

136. How did I put anyone at risk for a sexual harassment lawsuit if all amorous encounters...

...between two adults were reciprocated?

[tammywammy]

139. Supposedly consensual

"He promised me a job if I dated him." Or if there's the wiff of favoritism from other you supervise. Any PDA at work?

You've shown a serious lack of judgment. And the fact that you don't see it is more of a reason you shouldn't be a manager.

[403Forbidden]

140. Are you accusing me of perpetrating a non-consensual sexual encounter?

...come out with if you are...no need for the coy innuendo.

[tammywammy]

143. There's a reason you don't sleep with subordinates

One of the reason is is set up a lawsuit based on "told me I'd get a job/promotion/raise if I slept with them".

Not only that, if there's even the hint you're treating her with any favoritism. "Jane got XYZ because she's SLEEPING WITH THE BOSS".

This isn't complicated. You're showing a serious lack of judgment. I'd be more worried about getting fired than some stupid truck.

[403Forbidden]

146. You specifically said that I had already put someone at risk for a sexual harassment lawsuit

When i asked you how that was possible, you replied with a vague statement about how my sexual encounters were "supposedly consensual."

I think it is clear that you are insinuating that I am engaging in nefarious non-consensual sexual activity.

[laundry_queen]

165. *headdesk*

That's not what she's saying at all.

She's saying you put yourself in a position where it would be easier for the gf to claim those things if the relationship went sour given you are her superior and 20 years older than her. If both your superiors frown on the relationship she may throw you under the bus and claim harassment to save her own rear. At any rate such a relationship is never a good idea.

[1939]

173. Any time you have a superior/subordinate relationship

the degree and definition of "consent" may well be questioned by others (including the legal system). Don't go skinny-dipping in the secretarial pool.

[HassleCat]

176. The lawsuit will accuse you of just that

The lawyers will say you used the power of your position t make her date you, and do whatever else happened,

[wordpix]

193. This is where you went wrong, not to mention she's controlling

Anyone who thinks what you drive is a deal breaker is not too bright. One thing to question why you're driving a gas guzzling dinosaur, and quite another to say get rid of it or else, like your relationship depends on a truck.:

You are in for a world of trouble since you're her manager. Suggest you consult Paul Simon's 50 ways to leave your lover and slip out the back, Jack or get busy with new activities she doesn't like.

[beevul]

64. Run, dont walk, away.

No relationship is worth being dictated to.

[JonathanRackham]

65. So a guy gets a hybrid for his girlfriend.

Good trade.

[Travis_0004]

66. With gas under 2.00 a gallon, a ride in the truck is probably cheaper.

[wordpix]

194. No,but building a new car may take more energy/resources

than the old truck. Also, if you use the truck for hauling wood and bldg supplies, you need it.

Story...i have a good friend who bought a big truck with double cab. At the time she needed it for hauling firewood and moving, but now she doesn't, and she's commuting 30 mi. each way for work. She was complaining about a new tire bill of $700,and i pointed out that a small car would cost her a lot less to maintain, for gas and for repairs. She says she still needs this huge truck, altho she hasnt used the truck bed since she moved 6 mos ago. Ok, if she wants to work extra hrs to keep it safely on the road, that's her business, and i don't think it's smart, but i certainly wouldn't make a big deal of it or i would risk our friendship of 30 yrs

[JustABozoOnThisBus]

67. You should listen to your girlfriend, dump that fuel guzzling heap.

I can help. Give me a price, and I might relieve you of this domestic issue.

[Kelvin Mace]

68. Death trap if you get into an accident

No air bags, crumple zones, shoulder harness, etc.

Just saying.

[Cartoonist]

69. As a lonely old man

I'd drive a pedal car if it meant the company of a woman 20 years younger than me and out of my league.

[Beacool]

85. Then look for someone closer to your own age and within your league.

[Cartoonist]

101. Wow, did you miss my point

I'm just sayin if he wants to be a lonely old man like me, then keep the truck.

I would accept almost anyone. Just because there are other women out there doesn't mean they are free for the taking. Women get to choose also.

[Beacool]

114. I know.

I'm a woman myself. Look around, I'm sure that there must be some lady out there for you.

[wordpix]

196. If you're looking for someone 20 yr younger,

you're barking up the wrong tree. I understand your tongue in cheek comment but seriously, if you want companionship, ask out someone in your age group. Older women have lots of great experience, stories, are free to travel, etc. In general, they have much to offer. And if they take care of themselves, they may appear much younger than they are.

[Cartoonist]

200. I don't waste my time chasing youngsters.

My comment was to the OP.

[jonno99]

204. Yep. Rule of thumb: date those within your "reading group"...

[tk2kewl]

74. Reduce reuse recycle

You have all 3 in my view... At leat 2 anyway. Best you get with a new hybrid is one

[PasadenaTrudy]

75. Tell her to take a hike n/t

[TexasProgresive]

77. Did she really call it an OZONE buster

I think the only way that truck could hurt the ozone layer is if it had leaky AC which I doubt. The hydrocarbon emissions form the tailpipe will contribute to ozone near the surface on hot, sunny days.

There's plenty ammo for her to use in an argument but ozone buster????? not so much.

[madinmaryland]

78. Time to move along and find a new girl friend. If not, then send me a PM...

I'll buy your pick-up truck!

[cwydro]

79. I'd be happy to take the truck off your hands lol.

You can keep the girlfriend.

[lumberjack_jeff]

98. +1 nt

[mythology]

80. This seems appropriate

https://m.

[Warren DeMontague]

82. If it's that important to her, tell her to buy it for you.

Your truck looks beautiful, for its age. If you like it and it runs and it works for you, keep it.

Junking a perfectly working vehicle isnt exactly environmentally friendly, either.

[Rebkeh]

83. Are you sure the green-ness is the only reason?

Or even the real reason in disguise? Sometimes the issue isn't what it appears. Just a thought.

That said, it's none of my business. I have exactly zero opinion on the right/wrong nature of it.

[Beacool]

84. Keep the truck, change the girlfriend.

Personally, I don't take well to ultimatums.

[rufus dog]

88. You only have picture of the truck, more required

Please post side and rear views. And as a Californian, DUDE, dating an intern?

[403Forbidden]

92. Why, you don't believe me? Here's a pic with my bike

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[Sanity Claws]

129. Cool bike

Ride the bike everywhere and leave the truck In the garage. Bike riding will keep you looking young for the girlfriend. It will also keep your sperm count down in case the two of you fool around.

[rufus dog]

144. Sweet

I believe you, it was a joke, no pictures of the gf, more of the truck. Get it?

[403Forbidden]

151. Oh in that case, here's a couple more pics ;)

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[img][/img]

[valerief]

89. What the hell are you doing with someone that much younger? nt

[Skittles]

93. alrighty then

[cherokeeprogressive]

95. If this were a dilemma IRL, its resolution would be a no-brainer.

[tabasco]

96. Is this just a show vehicle or a work vehicle?

There's really no reason to be driving an 8-cyl. truck as an everyday driver. Your girlfriend sounds smart, except for that out-of-your-league issue.

[cherokeeprogressive]

97. LINKS TO OTHER PLACES THESE PICTURES CAN BE FOUND...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=685085

http://bmxmuseum.com/forums/viewtopic.php?id=616301

[403Forbidden]

100. Those are all me... LOL

[cherokeeprogressive]

103. Is this your other vehicle?

2003 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 6.0L 4x4

[403Forbidden]

109. Yes, why do you ask?

[cherokeeprogressive]

111. You're funny.

[403Forbidden]

119. You weren't trying to insinuate that it wasn't my truck were you?

[snooper2]

206. So you are 36 years old then? Dating a 16 year old...LOL, cool story bro!

[tammywammy]

213. That's why he's going up in age 20-25

Wants someone out of high school.

[403Forbidden]

112. Here's a picture of my truck in my garage that I just took a few minutes ago..geez happy now?

[img][/img]

[Lancero]

145. Your DA profile has some... intresting pictures.

Imagehost links to a deviantart page, and for those interested I wouldn't recommend checking the DA page.

Interesting note though that the page lists the owners age - So you are either in a relationship with a 16 year old girl, or you're lying about something.

[403Forbidden]

147. That's not my real age.

[Lancero]

148. But it is your real truck?

[403Forbidden]

149. yes

http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=7539642

[Lancero]

152. ok, and?

http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=7539873

[403Forbidden]

154. You asked me if it was really my truck..

...how would I be able to take a picture of it just earlier (check the metadata) if it wasn't my truck?

[MineralMan]

99. She'll dump your ancient ass anyhow

at some point. Date in your age group and stop stressing. Frankly, I'm skeptical about the whole post.

[ebayfool]

115. Come here and let me slap you upside the head! Totally inappropriate!

How old are you anyway?

[Heeeeers Johnny]

121. Old enough to know that there's more fact than fiction to that statement.

Stupid enough that I'll still repeat the same mistakes.

[juxtaposed]

104. why isn't the truck a step side? also 9mpg. sounds real bad.

You should be getting about 12-16mpg.

[403Forbidden]

110. It's a fleetside shortbed.

[juxtaposed]

117. sorry to hear that, better time next time.

[RKP5637]

105. There's something fundamentally wrong in a relationship wherein decisions are

likely to be made on a pickup truck with a V8 vs. a hybrid. I would keep the truck. It'll last longer IMO.

[ileus]

108. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life...

There's lots of females that appreciate classic cars.


Life is too short to waste on someone that uptight...

[darkangel218]

118. +1

[quickesst]

116. Its not a Mopar...

... But I'd still keep the truck.

[WillowTree]

120. "She's.......several degrees out of my league". I kinda doubt that.

She wouldn't be making a big stink about what you drive if she was that 'league-y'. The truck, however, is a Class Act, and I say that when I'm not even into trucks.

Whatever you do about her, keep the truck. If she takes a hike, my guess is that someone will come along hot enough to appreciate you and your ride.

[catnhatnh]

122. I don't see much help in this thread....

...so how about this as a compromise? I'm a ford guy but let me lay this out as if your truck was a ford and you convert it to "chevy" in your head.

Modern ford motors are nuts-they produce a 4 cylinder for a mustang that provides over 300hp and a 302 V8 that makes 300hp and gets 30 mpg in a mustang. I'm pretty certain there's something available in the GM garage that could get that Little Darlin' up to a fuel mileage figure with a performance level you could live with...

Just a thought...

[LittleBlue]

123. I was going to say "dump her" until I read the part

where she's younger and out of your league.
Gotta take that hit, bro. Get yourself a hybrid and take this loss like a man.

You could put it in storage and not tell her. Just make sure she doesn't find out or else she'll think that you're hedging against the relationship not working out (you are, but she doesn't have to know). Or if this particular truck itself isn't sentimental, sell it and buy another later if you break up.

[Warpy]

128. Truck's too old and girlfriend's too young

I know what it's like to try to get parts for old vehicles, I once had to meet a guy named Bumpy at 3 AM outside a bar to get a master brake cylinder for an old vehicle. Getting something made in the same decade that's a little more efficient would do you better. The marvelous old pickup needs a collector who will drive her two or three times a year in a parade.

As for the girlfriend, pick on somebody your own age. Yeah, she most likely won't be the same quality as arm candy, but she will relate to you on your level, sharing many of the same life memories.

And she won't pressure you to give up a piece of history in favor of the newest and shiniest fad.

[Tierra_y_Libertad]

130. New model girlfriend versus ooold machinery.

What a dilemma.

[beaglelover]

137. Your truck is a classic and irreplaceable. The gf, not so much. I'd choose the truck over her for

sure. Not everyone wants to drive an appliance like a hybrid or electric vehicle. Some of us are driving/car enthusiasts and LOVE the sound of a big V8 under the hood. Keep the damn truck and drop the gf.

[JI7]

138. what if she asks you to become a vegan

[Yo_Mama]

142. How about the "Kim" rule? If she's so serious.

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Kim/Chapter_8

“Then in God’s Name take blue for red,” said Mahbub, alluding to the Hindu color of Kim’s disreputable turban.

Kim countered with the old proverb, “I will change my faith and my bedding, but thou must pay for it.”

The dealer laughed till he nearly fell from his horse. At a shop on the outskirts of the city the change was made, and Kim stood up, externally at least, a Mohammedan.

If you are driving that and buy a new one, the energy cost of creating the new car would outweigh any reasonable expectations of energy saving on the lower MPG for years.

It isn't necessarily an environmentally unsound thing to keep using older vehicles.

[mahina]

155. You should probably sell me that truck.

We can get it shipped over.

I'd figure out how to get the mileage up.

DAMN. That's a nice truck! How long hav e you had it?

[403Forbidden]

156. My dad had it since the 70s, but sold it in the 80's. I was lucky enough to track it down...

...just 3 years ago and bought it. Been driving it ever since.

[mahina]

161. Guess that's out then.

I wanted to let you know before but didn't want to get involved in the argument upthread; it's a really bad idea to be in a relationship with a subordinate, and doing so def. puts you and your firm at risk of losing a lawsuit if it ends badly.

http://www.alllaw.com/articles/employment/article37.asp

Unfortunately.

I feel super strange stepping out here and discussing anybody's personal life, for whatever that's worth. I had a subordinate of mine dating a woman whom he supervised and we were incredibly lucky that didn't blow up. They're still together, but not at our workplace.

Good luck!

[pediatricmedic]

158. Compromise, update the engine with something like an LS7

It is more efficient and a little peppier then your old V8.

[Mnpaul]

188. That is what I was going to suggest

Late model corvette motor w/overdrive transmission with taller gears in the rear. Should be able to get it over 20. Those large Caprice wagons from the 90's did 25mpg.

[RichVRichV]

159. My reply would be "Sure, when are you going to buy it for me?"

[JesterCS]

160. My advice

Keep the truck, find a different woman.

[rug]

162. If your truck is older than your girlfriend one of them has to go.

[Jim Beard]

164. A 1964 chevy pick up truck was my first vehicle to drive

Being a farm kid it was dual purpose. I used it to help with the farm work, take me and my brother and sister to school and Saturday night date truck.

Someone had a 1963 Chevy about a year ago and it brought back memories about how I would pull 2 cotton trailers with about 5 raw bales to the cotton gin. I am amazed today how we got so much done with a 292 cubic inch engine.

I bought my last pick up truck 8 years ago and will never buy another on. The new ones are too damn tall to get in and out of much less get a shovel or whatever out of the back. At my age it would get vert tireing having to climb in the back to get something I need to use.

The government is the reason the are so damn tall. Many years ago, the government passed a law that was supposed to help small business people who need smal heavy duty trucks and they gave huge tax breaks. That's why they make so many so big.

[Waldorf]

166. I'd keep the truck and ditch the girlfriend.

If she is saying this now then its a good probability it will be used again in the future.

There are a lot more girlfriends out there than a 65' Chevy truck.

[steve2470]

167. keep the truck, time for a new job it sounds like

She's pretty controlling, and unless you want to take your chances, I'd get a new job. If you leave her, however gently, she just might decide to get revenge by telling your superiors you sexually harassed her. Then, unless your company absolutely loves you and decides you're irreplaceable, you will get canned to satisfy the lawsuit.

Bad situation all the way around, if this is all true. Don't get involved with subordinates next time. Good luck.

[1939]

170. Don't dip your pen in the office inkwell NT

[kentauros]

168. I'd convert it to electric.

Don't really need that old engine as most people won't ever see it anyway. They'll only be gawking at the exterior

Put a couple of electric forklift motors in it, and it might even be faster than this little Datsun:

[quaker bill]

169. The relevant question is

how much carbon will be released making the replacement new vehicle? It is entirely likely that more carbon will be released building the replacement than will be released driving this truck for many, many years. (perhaps decades).

[treestar]

171. Then this is not going to be the only thing

you will have to give up!

[MosheFeingold]

174. People don't take into account the environmental cost of manufacturing

Whatever vehicle you have (assuming kept in good shape, which I wonder at 9mpg) is more environmentally friendly than the environmental cost of producing a new car.

There was a study not too long ago that did this.

The car companies didn't like it, as it discouraged rampant consumerism.

[krispos42]

175. The truck is a 50-year-old classic

While a pretty good looking example of an American pickup truck, there are some facts that are salient here.

One, it's grossly inefficient. Okay, not a huge deal in and of itself; the world isn't going to notice a few extra gallons of gas a week being burned among the millions burned daily. However, your wallet will. Especially when gas prices go back up again.

Two, it's grossly polluting. I read recently that a new 2016 car pollute less idling than a new 60's car does parked and turned off due to the gasoline venting from the tank and the chemicals leeching from the interior plastics. This Chevy has no pollution controls whatsoever and probably generates hundreds of times more carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and unburnt fuel vapors than any car produced in the last twenty years.

Three, it's unsafe. No seat belts, no airbags, no crumple zones, no side-impact protection, no anti-whiplash headrests... does it even have safety glass? How many hard and pointy parts are on that dashboard, anyway? Does it have automatic impact-triggered fuel-pump cutoff? Will that roof hold up if you roll over? And does it have the Zippo-level-of-flammability side-saddle fuel tanks?

This is the sort of vehicle that should be taken out on special occasions... car shows, parades, late-autumn hayrides, etc.

Get yourself something sensible and modern for everyday use and save this classic for special occasions. Even upgrading the engine and exhaust system to modern levels (an expensive proposition) will not alleviate the safety issues. You don't need a hybrid, but get something used to commute with and run errands. Save this Chevy for when looks and sound matters more than function.

[PatrickforO]

178. I'm gonna give you some heartfelt advice.

Your truck is a classic and looks fairly cherry. If you are a motorhead, and handy with fixing cars, then maybe you should keep the truck and finish it out - looks like the bed needs paint. You can then enter it in shows and drive it on nice days.

In the meantime, maybe you should consider getting something to drive every day. Lots of nice choices out there that are safe to drive, get good mileage and have low maintenance costs. Check consumer reports. They rate cars and are usually pretty 'on the money.'

As to the woman, if she's threatening to end your relationship because you won't buy a new fucking car, maybe you should RETHINK that, too. How much do you REALLY love her? And, MUCH more important than that, how much does SHE love you? Because you know what? You DON'T EVER want to be in a relationship where you are the one doing ALL the loving. Trust me - I've been there. It's a real heavy weight to carry - the love for yourself AND your lady. I wouldn't wish that bullshit on my worst enemy.

She doesn't really love you? Then GET RID OF HER ASAP. Because you don't need that shit in your life.

[wordpix]

197. From a woman, right on, bro

I love him, he doesn't love me, boohoo, depression and sadness and a broken heart. Fuck that, I'd rather have fun being single and looking.

[NaturalHigh]

184. My honest advice - find a new girlfriend.

It won't stop with the truck (which is a slice of awesome).

[librechik]

187. garage it till gf is gone.

(advice from a chick.)

Dig it out when she leaves you for a richer guy.

Probably won't be long. Especially if you won't defer to her on this relatively minor point.

[MillennialDem]

189. Add fuel injection, get better MPG? My 95 Z28 gets 20-30 mpg, 383 V8

[Monk06]

190. You could pour some oil on those troubled water by getting rid of the 403 and install a Chev 350

Olds engines run hot and suck the fuel

[Throd]

192. 403 is an odd choice for a Chevy truck.

I agree that a 350 would be the natural choice for this truck.

A 455 with early heads and a giant radiator is a much better alternative to the 403, much more power, same shitty mileage.

[403Forbidden]

202. I don't have a 403 engine in my truck. My username is a reference to an HTTP error code...

...when you try access a webpage that is restricted, a "403Forbidden" error code usually results.

[Monk06]

214. Ha Ha The one day I thought I was smarter than everybody. Guess I was wrong about that too

At any rate 9 mpg for even a small block is bad Something wrong there You should be getting 15-20etter
on something like a classic 327

A newer FI 350 even better

[Monk06]

203. The 403 had a large bore which meant the cylinders were siamesed with no waterjacket between

pairs so they cooked.

Ran hot and gobble gas Lousy intake induction virtually no aftermarket manifolds

The 455 you're right is a better choice but for economy go for a more recent Chevy small block with fuel injection and an engine management computer to keep the fuel consumption reasonable

[panader0]

191. She's twenty years younger?

That would be hazardous to my health.

[wordpix]

198. And his update says he's looking for a new gf the same age

The guy meeps repeating the same mistake.

[tammywammy]

199. And he's her supervisor. n/t

[Monk06]

205. Your girlfriend should never be younger than your car. That's a basic rule

[Act_of_Reparation]

195. Is this a real question?

No one who would dump you over the car you drive is worth keeping.

[NaturalHigh]

201. Love the update!

Good for you.

[KamaAina]

207. That must be one hell of a truck!

Just sayin'.

[olddots]

208. my honest answer

she should dump you both .

[403Forbidden]

209. You hurt my feelin'

[demmiblue]

211. Problem is... there is no she here.

People can be so gullible.

[Oneironaut]

210. Sweet! Can I have your truck?

You have to send it first, though. You can trust me. I'm from the Internet.

[403Forbidden]

212. Read the update. I'm keeping my truck, and have commenced to sprinkling my game...

...DUers of the female persuasion, feel free to message me. Must be 20-25yo and smokin' hot.

[kath]

217. are YOU smokin' hot?

[403Forbidden]

218. No, but my awesome personality makes up for it. That's why I only date 10s

[flvegan]

215. So she's vegan, right?

Otherwise, hypocrite.

Tell her to Google it. LOL!

[lovemydog]

216. Good luck with that update.

Let us know how it goes.

You might try posting a photo of your truck on tinder. Maybe include your junk too.

[LanternWaste]

219. The creativity is there, but it lacks a dramatic arc.

The creativity is there, but it lacks a dramatic arc and contains far too much misplaced conceit. I'd start over again and concentrate on character development before you return to your creative writing class.

[ProfessorGAC]

220. Well Done, LW

Nice exclamation point!