OK, I guess I'm a Flatlander???

[C_stripes]

So I have allways wanted to drive onto another car. Well, today we were getting things ready to take to the scrap yard and I decided to have some fun.








I guess rednecks need to have fun too

[70charginglizard]

If that redneckin I'm in.

That looks like a blast!

[69bronzeT5]

Thats awesome Jeremy. Thats one tough Ramcharger

[moparstuart]

smush them wraskely wrabbits

[Todd Wilson]

Thats Sweet!






Todd

[hemihead]

Redneck is an offensive term .

[C_stripes]

Redneck is an offensive term .

How??

[700jfm]

Yes you are,but it"s all good. Kill them rabbets  more please.

[pettyfan43]

Redneck is an offensive term .

No it isn't! That is politically correct BS, This country was BUILT on the backs of Good Ol Boys and REDNECKS! And the origins of the term Redneck go back to the 20s and a group of workers that would not take being screwed by the owners of a mine. They stood up for themselves and wore red bandanas around their necks to show they were willing to fight the powers that be who owned the mine.  The owners made money hand over fist, yet were very reluctant to pay the workers. They fought back, and they won.

If you can catch the program on the History Channel, 'Hillbilly, The Real Story.' This program will tell you in detail where the term 'Redneck' came from. Briefly, it involved unionized West Virginia coal miners going up against the coal company thugs. This was as close to a war as you could get. The unionized coal miners wore red handkerchiefs around their necks to identify themselves. Thus the term 'Redneck.' This is a conflict that not too many people are aware of. Eventually, the US president ordered federal troops in to bring the conflict to a halt.

[700jfm]

Redneck is an offensive term .

No it isn't! That is politically correct BS, This country was BUILT on the backs of Good Ol Boys and REDNECKS! And the origins of the term Redneck go back to the 20s and a group of workers that would not take being screwed by the owners of a mine. They stood up for themselves and wore red bandanas around their necks to show they were willing to fight the powers that be who owned the mine.  The owners made money hand over fist, yet were very reluctant to pay the workers. They fought back, and they won.

If you can catch the program on the History Channel, 'Hillbilly, The Real Story.' This program will tell you in detail where the term 'Redneck' came from. Briefly, it involved unionized West Virginia coal miners going up against the coal company thugs. This was as close to a war as you could get. The unionized coal miners wore red handkerchiefs around their necks to identify themselves. Thus the term 'Redneck.' This is a conflict that not too many people are aware of. Eventually, the US president ordered federal troops in to bring the conflict to a halt.

I been called a hillbilly and a redneck no problems here.

[C_stripes]

Here is the first car I drove onto. The pass front tire was sliding off so I didn't go any higher.

Here are a few more of me killing the VW's


I have allready posted this here in another thread.  But....

[Old Moparz]

That seemed like fun.    And those bucket seats in the maroon Rabbit look comfy.

[TruckDriver]

I wanna get my Dakota to the point I can do that too

[hemihead]

What person that lives in rural America with any self respect would want to referred to by that term ? That word , no matter how it started , has become a word of disrespect . You can't call black people the N - word ( look up how that started ) . You say that and black and white people have a fit .If I used it here I would be banned and most you you would be up in arms about it .  Can't say many words because of the PC BS . So why is it ok to use this word ? I think it is degrading as any of those other words . I'm not trying to start a arguement just my own opinion .

[TK73]

Spent well over a decade in the South and I knew many self-respecting people who referred to themselves as "redneck"... a point of pride at times.

[TruckDriver]

You can't call black people the N - word ( look up how that started ) . You say that and black and white people have a fit.

I know a few blacks, and they use the "N" word more then any white person I ever heard    And I know a few whites that used the "N" word so much, they wouldn't even know they said it including my ex-wife. And she has a few black friends yet. So you can read into that one any way you want.

[bull]

What person that lives in rural America with any self respect would want to referred to by that term ? That word , no matter how it started , has become a word of disrespect . You can't call black people the N - word ( look up how that started ) . You say that and black and white people have a fit .If I used it here I would be banned and most you you would be up in arms about it .  Can't say many words because of the PC BS . So why is it ok to use this word ? I think it is degrading as any of those other words . I'm not trying to start a arguement just my own opinion .

And your opinion on this topic is getting old.

[hemihead]

What person that lives in rural America with any self respect would want to referred to by that term ? That word , no matter how it started , has become a word of disrespect . You can't call black people the N - word ( look up how that started ) . You say that and black and white people have a fit .If I used it here I would be banned and most you you would be up in arms about it .  Can't say many words because of the PC BS . So why is it ok to use this word ? I think it is degrading as any of those other words . I'm not trying to start a arguement just my own opinion .

And your opinion on this topic is getting old.

And I didn't see anyone ask for your unwanted comment 

[Steve P.]

AGAIN??

This is a message board. Anyone can comment. It may not be what you like or want to hear. It may not be what I want to hear. The fact is that you can comment as can others. The only thing we ask is that you think about others and that you DON'T get nasty. Also, no politics.

That said, I didn't read this thread. I don't think I should HAVE to read every thread. I believe everyone here needs to think about what they say and how they say it and those that don't exactly agree with everything everyone else has to say can make comment. Just take things with a grain of salt as I don't think anyone here types everything exactly the way the are thinking it.

[Chris G.]

I'm not trying to start a arguement just my own opinion .

You've stated your opinion, and others have stated their opinions...what's the problem? Seems many on here with Redneck experience don't have a problem with it. I'm not sure why you feel YOU would be singled out if you started a similar thread about crushing cars and calling yourself a redneck??? I'm not sure why you try and label yourself as the trouble maker on the site, but give it a rest already and enjoy yourself. Life is way too short.   Oh...

[pettyfan43]

What person that lives in rural America with any self respect would want to referred to by that term ? That word , no matter how it started , has become a word of disrespect . You can't call black people the N - word ( look up how that started ) . You say that and black and white people have a fit .If I used it here I would be banned and most you you would be up in arms about it .  Can't say many words because of the PC BS . So why is it ok to use this word ? I think it is degrading as any of those other words . I'm not trying to start a arguement just my own opinion .

Um I DO LIVE in Rural America, as do a BUNCH of my friends, in the SOUTH (Alabama) and I have called myself a redneck more than once.

AND like Was stated by TK73, in the south, being a redneck is a point of pride.  I don't think the word means what you assume it means.

[700jfm]

I make up about half of Jeff Foxworthy joke book  and proud of it. 

[C_stripes]

WOW!!!  I really didn't mean to make a derogatory comment.  If I would have wanted to say something mean, I would have said "SHIT KICKER".  But I would never call myself or anyone els that.  I just thought it was fun and thought I would share.

[700jfm]

You may be a redneck if you own any Larry the cable guy moves. (and you get extra points ) if there one left in your DVD player right now.

[700jfm]

SHIT KICKER  did you say SHIT KICKER, NOW YOU DID IT, CALL ME A SHIT KICKER  oh wait I've been called that before I'm good.  more pics. please.

[BigBlackDodge]

What person that lives in rural America with any self respect would want to referred to by that term ?


A Redneck maybe?

I live in the deep south....way deep. The rednecks around here are not bothered by the term at all.

BBD

[Old Moparz]

[sick dawg]

WOW! This train jumped the tracks big time...anyway back to the subject...
I sure wouldn't take that nice old Ramcharger to the scrap yard. It looks like there is still hope for it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[sick dawg]

PS / This scares me!

[C_stripes]

WOW! This train jumped the tracks big time...anyway back to the subject...
I sure wouldn't take that nice old Ramcharger to the scrap yard. It looks like there is still hope for it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LOL.  The ramcharger is my daily driver.  It won't be going to the scrap yet.  Hopefully never wile I own it.  Its way to fun for that.

[694spdRT]

Cool pics! 

I spent the better part of my high school days driving around in a '79 Ramcharger.  It's still down in the weeds waiting to get fixed up someday.

[Charger_Fan]

I'm surprised the sunroof in that white one held the truck's weight.
Fun pics.

Redneck is an offensive term .

Not to me.

This SUPER ZIT is more offensive to me than the term 'Redneck".

[moparstuart]

is that a super zit or super tit ?

[Orange_Crush]

Back to the redneck discussion.

Around here (North Carolina), you call a man (or woman) a redneck and you might be picking your teeth up off the ground.  They may refer to themselves or each other as rednecks (much like black people with the word "nigger") but when someone else calls them rednecks, they better be ready for an asswhuppin'.

A redneck here is a person who is lazy and lives in a trashed house or trailer and does not care about his personal appearance.  He is generally ignorant and completely racist and xenophobic.  They care only about themselves and don't work to provide a good life for their kids.  They are useless human beings. 

A hardworking man who lives in a rural area, cares about his appearance and that of his posessions.  A person who struggles to provide a good life for those that depend on him is known as "country" or a "good ol boy."

[hutch]

I am an old school small town red neck and I dont care what people think or call me.  My tatoos, the way I talk, the cars I drive, the type of women I like.  I dont care at all what you call me just as long as you are not putting me down.

For example, you can call me a red neck if you are joking around and having fun "with me", no problem.  But if you are making fun "of me" and call me a dumb red neck or try and put me down as lesser than you, then we have an problem. Its not the red neck term that  would make me mad, its how it's used because of your intent.

By the way, that damn Zit is nasty as hell.  Did you call in a hazmat team to pop that sucker?

[bull]

Whoa, had to look Xenophobia up. Anyway, IMO the point is not whether the term redneck is bad or good, the point is that hemihead cruises around this site looking for words and prases that will put his shorts in a wad. He's apparently appointed himself Lord of Linguistic Morality on this site. I just happen to think it's pretty stupid to go through life looking for something to be pissed off about all the time and trying to mold the world to your way of thinking. It's much easier to change yourself than it is to change everyone else. Sorry, I'm just a little fed up with the PC brainwashing in this country.

[sick dawg]

Back to the redneck discussion.

Around here (North Carolina), you call a man (or woman) a redneck and you might be picking your teeth up off the ground.  They may refer to themselves or each other as rednecks (much like black people with the word "nigger") but when someone else calls them rednecks, they better be ready for an asswhuppin'.

A redneck here is a person who is lazy and lives in a trashed house or trailer and does not care about his personal appearance.  He is generally ignorant and completely racist and xenophobic.  They care only about themselves and don't work to provide a good life for their kids.  They are useless human beings. 

A hardworking man who lives in a rural area, cares about his appearance and that of his posessions.  A person who struggles to provide a good life for those that depend on him is known as "country" or a "good ol boy."

Damn!, I didn't even know I was a Redneck until now!  Man, thats not fair! I need a little more of a warning next time.

[The70RT]

My neck got burned over the weekend doing yardwork.....so call me a redkneck if you want  I wish I could mow my lawn and find a car everytime too 

[Ponch ®]

  I just happen to think it's pretty stupid to go through life looking for something to be pissed off about all the time and trying to mold the world to your way of thinking. 

yeah, like those people who look for every opportunity to bash the new Charger.

Oh, shit....

[69charger2002]

  I just happen to think it's pretty stupid to go through life looking for something to be pissed off about all the time and trying to mold the world to your way of thinking. 

yeah, like those people who look for every opportunity to bash the new Charger.

Oh, shit....

lol. you and your new chargers.. ha. man am i the only one that saw that 70's cutlass and thought.. that car could actually be restored?
trav

[68chrgrwife]

 Redneck:
    prejudiced term applied to White Americans, especially those of the southern states.

This is from the wickapedia of slanderous terms....Just for your information.

And my father-in-law is from West Virginia and that term is a no-no as well as the confederate flag in his home.

[bull]

Well then, if Wikipedia says 'redneck' is a derogatory term then I guess we shouldn't use it.

I just happen to think it's pretty stupid to go through life looking for something to be pissed off about all the time and trying to mold the world to your way of thinking.

yeah, like those people who look for every opportunity to bash the new Charger.

Oh, shit....

It's not that. I just resent being lied to.

[Ponch ®]

 

http://youtube.com/watch?v=xfHfvqdeczk

[PocketThunder]

http://youtube.com/watch?v=xfHfvqdeczk

that WD-40 at 2:52 into the video was sweet!

[hutch]

If David Allan Coe can sing about it then its all good.



Country DJ's knows that I'm an outlaw
They'd never come to see me in this dive
Where bikers stare at cowboys
Who are laughing at the hippies
Who are praying they'll get outta here alive
The loud mouth in the corner's gettin' to me
Talking 'bout my earrings and my hair
I guess he ain't read the signs that say I been to prison
Someone ought to warn him 'fore I knock him off his chair

Cause my longhair just can't cover up my red neck
I've won every fight I've ever fought
Hey I don't need some turkey telling me that I ain't country
And sayin' I ain't worth the damned ol' ticket that he bought

Cause I can sing all them songs about Texas
And I still do all the sad ones that I know
They tell me I look like Merle Haggard
And sound a lot like David Allen Coe

And the bar maid in the last town that we played in
Knew the words to every song I'd wrote
She said Jimmy Rabbit turned her on to my last album
Just about the time the jukebox broke
Yeah Johhny Cash helped me get out of prison
Long before Rodriguez stole that goat
I've been the Rhinestone Cowboy for so long I can't remember
And I can do you every song Hank Williams ever wrote

Cause I can sing all them songs about Texas
And I still do all the sad ones that I know
I can't help it, I look like Merle Haggard
And I sound a lot like David Allen Coe

But the country DJ's all think I'm an outlaw
And they'd never come to see me in this dive
Where bikers stare at cowboys
Who are laughing at the hippies
Who are praying they'll get out of here alive
The loud mouth in the corner's gettin' to me
Talking 'bout my earrings and my hair............

[sunfire69]

Mr. C Stripe.
I'm  a native West Virginian,, my Great Grand Father was an original "redneck" as has been described, my Father was born in a "company" house. 
You may call me a redneck..as long as there is respect in your voice....But if you do it from the window of your Beemer as you try to cut me off on I270 you will have a whole lot of Dodge Ram paint on the side of your car....There is a difference !!!
With that said, I don't live in a shack, I wear shoes, and I say yes sir and yes ma'am....a difference most "flatlanders" (look that one up we have names for you too) will never understand...

Jerry

[700jfm]

Flatlander It's been a long time sense I heard that word.    I'm a Virginian blue ridge good old boy who moved to Texas thirty two years ago. I don't think I ever look up anymore. 

[PocketThunder]

Flatlander It's been a long time sense I heard that word.    I'm a Virginian blue ridge good old boy who moved to Texas thirty two years ago. I don't think I ever look up anymore. 

Being from Wisconsin, I had to look it up, to better follow along with this thread.

flatlander (plural flatlanders)

(pejorative) A person who lives at low altitude - used by those living at higher altitudes
In and to the west of the Rocky Mountains, it refers to anyone from the East.
In the Appalachian region, it refers to any outsider.
In northern central Pennsylvania, it refers to people southern Pennsylvania (particularly around Philadelphia) or from New Jersey.
In Vermont and northern New Hampshire, it refers to any non-native, but particularly one from southern New England (including Massachusetts), downstate New York, or New Jersey and carries the additional connotation of someone who has recently moved to the area and would prefer that the state change to better accommodate newcomers, rather than the other way around. [1]
In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, it refers to someone from Wisconsin.
In Northern Michigan, it refers to people from lower Michigan (those below Mt. Pleasant).
In lower Michigan, it refers to people from Indiana or Ohio.
In Wisconsin, it refers to someone from Illinois.

[Ponch ®]

 

http://youtube.com/watch?v=esl2NNOtHQE

[700jfm]

I got about 1,000 relatives  in West Virginian, And they called me a flatlander for living in the blue ridge.

[Ponch ®]

I got about 1,000 relatives  in West Virginian, 

Wait...isn't everyone in West Virginia related anyway? 

[700jfm]

I got about 1,000 relatives  in West Virginian, 

Wait...isn't everyone in West Virginia related anyway? 

[Orange_Crush]

I got about 1,000 relatives  in West Virginian, 

Wait...isn't everyone in West Virginia related anyway? 

HEY!  That's rude!

BTW, it is obvious that the toothbrush was in vented in WV.  Had it been invented anywhere else, it woulda been called a TEETHbrush!

My ex-girlfried's dad (from Point Pleasant) told me that one.

[68chrgrwife]

I guess I am a flatlander since I am from NJ originally. and now I live in cali.....damn.

[twenty mike mike]

I guess I am a flatlander since I am from NJ originally. and now I live in cali.....damn.

You live in Colombia? When did you leave San Diego? 

Cali...Frisco...

[twenty mike mike]

I guess I am a flatlander since I am from NJ originally. and now I live in cali.....damn.

You live in Colombia? When did you leave San Diego? 

Cali...Frisco...

(As long as we are speaking of locals being intolerant of outsiders.) 

[C_stripes]

Well thanks for the schoolin , I have seen the word "redneck" used on here and many other forums before with no controversy. Sorry if I offended anyone who obviously is way to thick skinned to just laugh at something. I can't believe how far de railed this thread got. WOW!!!  At no time did I mean the word offensive, 

Also.   I could care less what people call me. All they are are words.  BIG DEAL!!!  If I was meaning anything derogatory. You would know. Then maybe there would be basis for a long thread about bull shit!!

[sunfire69]

C Stripe ...ole buddy...don't worry...no offence was taken...LOL

[700jfm]

None here 

[69bronzeT5]

Wow..the thread went from pictures of a Ramcharger driving over crappy VWs to what redneck means

[700jfm]

Wow..the thread went from pictures of a Ramcharger driving over crappy VWs to what redneck means

Don't forget flatlanders and hillbilly's and shitkickers

[TeeWJay426]

That was an interesting read.... and to think when I saw the title and proceeded to open it, I thought it was gonna be about those damn southern New Englanders coming over the border that PocketThunder referred to....

[bull]

Well thanks for the schoolin , I have seen the word "redneck" used on here and many other forums before with no controversy. Sorry if I offended anyone who obviously is way to thick skinned to just laugh at something.

Now that offends me. It's called "thin skinned" if you're oversensitive, not thick skinned.

[Brock Samson]

last i saw this thread was about havin alittle fun with the 4x4,..
but i see it turned into a dog pile... 
  good goin you bunch'a .... err,.. ah,...  ummm,.. 
I got nothin.. 

[The70RT]

What was said was on the first page and he hasn't said anything since....so why is it still a big deal  It is just being dragged out on and on....oh yeah....anyone roll over anything since than?...rednecks 

[C_stripes]

Well thanks for the schoolin , I have seen the word "redneck" used on here and many other forums before with no controversy. Sorry if I offended anyone who obviously is way to thick skinned to just laugh at something.

Now that offends me. It's called "thin skinned" if you're oversensitive, not thick skinned.

Whoops,  Sorry.  lol

[moparstuart]

Tips From the Redneck Book of Manners
1. Never take a beer to a job interview.
2. Always identify people in your yard before shooting at them.
3. It's considered poor taste to take a cooler to church.
4. If you have to vacuum the bed, it is time to change the sheets.
5. Even if you're certain that you are included in the will, it is still considered tacky to drive a U-Haul to the funeral home.
Dining Out
1. If drinking directly from the bottle, always hold it with your fingers covering the label.
2. Avoid throwing bones and food scraps on the floor as the restaurant may not have dogs.
Entertaining In Your Home
1. A centerpiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist.
2. Do not allow the dog to eat at the table no matter how good his manners are.
Personal Hygiene
1. While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this is a job that should be done in private using one's OWN truck keys
2. Proper use of toiletries can forestall bathing for several days. However, if you live alone, deodorant is a waste of good money.
3. Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a social no-no, as they tend to detract from a woman's jewelry and alter the taste of finger foods.
Dating (outside the family)
1. Always offer to bait your date's hook, especially on the first date.
2. Be aggressive. Let her know you're interested: 'I've been wanting to go out with you since I read that stuff on the bathroom wall two years ago.'
3. Establish with her parents what time she is expected back. Some will say 10:00 PM; others might say 'Monday.' If the latter is the answer, it is the man's responsibility to get her to school on time.
4. Always have a positive comment about your date's appearance, such as, 'Ya'll sure don't sweat much for a fat gal.'
Weddings
1. Livestock, usually, is a poor choice for a wedding gift.
2. Kissing the bride for more than 5 seconds may get you shot.
3. For the groom, at least, rent a tux. A leisure suit with a cummerbund and a clean bowling shirt can create too sporty an appearance.
4. Though uncomfortable, say 'yes' to socks and shoes for this special occasion.
5. It is not appropriate to tell the groom how good his wife is in the sack.
Driving Etiquette
1. Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles, even if the gun is loaded, and the deer is in sight.
2. When approaching a four-way stop, the vehicle with the largest tires always has the right of way.
3. Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape.
4. When sending your wife down the road with a gas can, it is impolite to ask her to bring back beer.
5. Never relieve yourself from a moving vehicle, especially when driving.
6. Do not lay rubber while traveling in a funeral procession.
Two Reasons why it is hard to solve a Redneck Murder:
1. All the DNA is the same.
2. There are no dental records

[sunfire69]

I have NEVER...taken beer to a job interview. 

Although I should have on a couple.....

Jerry