Randy I live in a very similar place in another part of Oklahoma. I moved here from California 18 years ago. I sold my business there and was able to take a very early retirement. It has become apparent to me some people in this area have difficulty accepting people and things outside of their “world view .” I use to ride a bike for exercise, but after being deliberately forced off the road twice and actually shot at by a passing car. I stop riding my bike. I own 5 cars and a pickup. One of those cars is a small convertible sports car. People out here react differently to that car. They tailgate me, they’ll cut in front of me, they give me the finger, and try to crowd me off the road. It’s not because of the way I’m driving because these things don’t happen in my other vehicles. I’ve got neighbors out here that love that little car and want to ride in it whenever they can. Ninety nine percent of the people out here are great, there just seem to be about one percent, or so that can’t help being assholes.
I salute you sir. You have more restraint than I do. Had it been me this fire chief would have been explaining his behavior to a judge. You don't get to play gatekeeper on a public road and you don't have a legal right to throw rocks at passing vehicles.
Like my grandpa once said you can’t please everyone and you can’t fix stupid all you can do is smile and wave and enjoy your day love your content keep up the great work
My elderly neighbor went off on me (for political reasons) when he found out I did not vote for the person he and his wife supported. YIKES, I thought he and his wife were going to have a heart attack. Retired school teachers who were well respected made complete fools of themselves and many heard the argument. My response to him was never to talk to me again. I had helped him with his yard numerous times even though I knew who he supported and did not care. Neither tried apologizing and told other neighbors I was what is wrong with America. The funny thing is the neighbors agree politically with me. They just assumed we all thought alike.
There's no way he can be one of the best guys in the community. He's a fire chief and on the town Board. He should be off of both of those and out of a job for his actions.
I am 65 and one thing I have learned living in over 5 cities is there is always at least one crazy neighbor, and the one thing you said that stood out to me is Volunteer fire Department.
That may not work if there is rampant nepotism going on between the fire department and the Mayors office. It may or may not extend to the police department -- if it does the police won't take any action unless ordered by the county? District Attorney.
Pressing charges would only make it worse. Randy not pressing charges was the right thing to do at first. There may be a time he needs to but for now it isnt.
I came to this channel for the Maserati, stayed for the high mileage Tesla, and now I’m def staying for Randy as a person. Randy continues to impress me with his respectfulness and integrity. He’s a class act.
Hey Randy I respect how adult you are about this whole situation and yes I live 4000 miles away or whatever it is but here in the small town I live in in England it's pretty much the same kinda thing with assholes racing up the street and people freaking out over it and I had a Vauxhall (GM) Astra with a 3inch straight through stainless exhaust on it and it was effing loud (I bought it that way) I had people hurling abuse at me and blaming me for all sorts of crap that I hadn't done (I put a silencer on it after a weeks ownership) so I know how frustrating it is when people assume , I have watched you for years and love the channel . all the best Paul .
Randy, just make sure your house/garage and land in general is covered by CCTV with no blind spots. I understand one shouldn't have to do it but this fireman sounds like hes out there where the buses don't run. Love your channel, much love from the UK 🇬🇧
Hi randy I'm in the UK and have total respect for you your in the right with all you have said he should a have known better and just come and talked to you thank you for all your work watch you everyday in the UK keep it up
Small town with man throwing rocks? Sounds like Mayberry and Ernest T Bass, I love that show. If next week you hire a helper named cousin Goober that would be the icing on the cake. LOL
Still can’t believe this guy. Sounds like he’s either compensating for something or is jealous. You should press charges for a town official endangering the public or whatever it’s called. I love how instead of asking you, he just throws stuff at you. What an absolute child. Insane. I hope this never gets worse because I love what you do and I’ve been watching for a few years and know you have metric TONS of common sense.
You're right, loud pipes or not, no one should be throwing rocks at anyone/anyones vehicle. You definitely turned the other cheek on not having him arrested! Goodluck with your neighbors bud!👍🏽
I had a fireman throw his fire helmet thru the windshield of my semi. He accused me of speeding but I had dash cam to proove that I wasn’t. He got 2 years probation and paid out several thousand dollars
My two cents worth, these small "towns" are usually influenced by a small few people, they are your neighbors whether you like it or not. I would just go talk to the guy and clear the air!! These guys can make your life miserable, they can change anything to get you to leave!! Personally, keep the cars out front to as minumal as possible, keep them as clean as you can, so they are NOT an "eyesore" for any town person can complain about it. Keep your "work" hours to not go late into the night and should be the same for any test drives, I can only imagine how quiet it is at night and ANY car going up and down the road could piss someone off. He should NOT have thrown anything at you...for sure!!! Just watch what you do and say, these town people have more pwer than you think!!! Keep up the great content...alwys enjoy it!!!
Hey Randy, I just saw your video on the next-door neighbor that you had. That’s a fireman that threw rocks at your Ford Mustang a couple weeks back goal I’m glad that he is not bugging you anymore and I hope he just leaves you alone from now on because I know you just want to be alone and just do. so I’m happy that nothing else has happened with your next-door neighbor I’m hoping in the future that he will come to apologize to you, but if he doesn’t just do what you do and move on like you have already, I’ll be continuously watching your videos. I absolutely love your videos. Did you come out with every day but I am very happy that he hasn’t. bothered you anymore and I just hope he continuously does not bother you anymore and that way you can do your own thing and he can do his own thing and you guys can be neighbors and just do your own things so but anyhow I just hope you have a good rest of the day and I can’t wait to see your next video. I’m happy that you’re having a good time doing what you do and I’m happy for you because I watch your videos every day so just do what you do and hopefully nobody else bothered you. I am seen on your videos what you talking about about other people racing down and making a fool of their selves down your street there and I know it’s not you, but it’s not fair to you that he is. thinking it’s you because I know and you know that it’s not you doing that kind of stuff so but anyhow, let’s just get off that subject. I hope you have a good birthday and I can’t wait to see your next video and whatever you got planned to record I’ll be looking out for your next video and whatever videos that you have planned to do because like I said, I watch them every day sometimes 3456 times a day I watch him, so just continuously making your videos and keep doing what you’re doing because I have to. what you do so I just wanted to say again have a good day and I’ll see you on your next video. Talk to you later.
I’ve been waiting for a Response to TK’s video he posted about you. I guess because I watch your videos his popped up as “recommended” so I watched it and was a little blown away. Way too much craziness going on in this world.. Goodness.
I agree. I would handle it the same way and there was something I am commending you for is the fact that you donated that money to feed senior citizens and that was a very nice thing to do because I am a senior citizen. I am 70 and I have been watching your channel since well Uber days and I know how hard it is got. I can't even tell you how long it's been since I had a decent piece of beef with things being so expensive the way they are
Good job being a gentleman and taking the noble path. Not instantly as satisfying, but probably better in the long run. On the one hand, him being a firefighter and councilman may give him a little more "pull" in town. On the other hand, the risk of losing either of his positions may make him more vulnerable. If you don't already have, you might consider a motion activated camera or two on your property, in case anyone wants some trouble. I'd hate to see any of your everchanging interesting fleet get vandalized in any way. Keep up the fun and interesting videos. Your variety of vehicles is one of your strengths, don't give that up. Also, you've got a really good friend in Mike, always take care of him, we enjoy your interactions.
I grew up in byars and still have property there in johnsonville. Love my town. I live in okc now but travel down to mow and stuff. He really is a good man. Not making an excuse for what he did, just speaking about the man I grew up to know. Love the videos.
Thanks for the insight. I’ve never met the guy other than when he was screaming and throwing things so I can’t speak to his character but I appreciate you giving us some insight. Thank you.
You MUST report it so he doesn’t do that to others - your community would expect and respect you for it. You have proof and it is a FELONY in Oklahoma and for good reason. Even if you were speeding and/or making noise there is no justification to throw objects and endanger someone’s life. He also has no business to be in a position of authority., i.e voluntary fire chief.
wow Randy you are a good soul to not press charges cause he called cops on you to put you in jail so Randy you are a bigger man than I ,,you seem so humble about all of it
I have an uncle that lives in byars and has for many years…I’ve heard stories about that town both good and bad…something like this honestly is no surprise to me from some of the things I’ve heard about from my uncle…
Good to know its normal for people to throw items at your car, instead of filing a complaint. Would be deadly to do everything he did in a bigger city!
You made that guy RU-vid famous as a rock thrower. Every time you drive by his house, you're worried he is out there ready to throw rocks at your vehicle.
Randy you should ask the mayor to see if they can close the main road down for a weekend and use it for a drag strip. Invite over some top fuel legends like John Force....LOL! Maybe use some of the farm land for some vendors to come in and setup some fair rides for kids and a car show, it be a good ole time!
I have said many of the same things several times, and meant it every time. Screw them and their feelings. You bring me trouble, you'll take trouble home with interest. 👍
Enough said 💯%. Don't let it get to you brother theirs lots of weird people like him who don't appreciate the fact that he could have been arrested for his actions anyway thank you Randy for every video you make for us
I think he probably knows he acted a fool, but isn't able to swallow his ride. While it would be nice if he came and talked to you, him leaving you alone is the next best thing.
Well said...respect should be the norm. You provide a well balanced view and seem genuine with your comments. Keep up the great videos and wishing you, your family and associated youtubers all the best for the year ahead...and you need to find a classic grand wagoneer to fix up!
You know Randy, i get you. He's not going to apologize and neither are you but here me out. I think the thing to do to make you the bigger man would be to extend your hand and say let's put this behind us. As much as that may get your goat it may soften his hardened heart to offer that apology. Talk things over as men. The worse that could happen is him refusing your kindness to which you did what's right. Someday i'll have to tell you my experience and you'll understand fully what i mean. Till then, roll on.
It's so sad that you have neighbors that took their frustration on someone that did not do what he is accusing you of doing . When they go low, you stay high Randy. 😎😎👍👍
Not Trying to call anything I'm just saying even though someone else is yelling at you if you stay calm they will most likely calm down and if they don't Just stay calm it helps :)
What he did was totally unacceptable because had he did it to the wrong person, he’d probably be hospitalized or dead by now and there was absolutely zero excuses for his actions so for him to throw rocks, he should be locked up because actions have consequences
Randy im only 14 years old and i love the content you are really like a hero for me cuz you learn a lot of things to me! Btw im french canadien so sorry for the faults and again keep the hard work and thanks for the video
randy love your video thanks for the update.. someone my show him this video and he may grow some balls and come and see you and apologise.. i know i would if i was in the wrong.. again thanks for the video update on this great content
You handled that whole thing great if it were me I would have had him locked up and pressed charges maybe even sued for property damage because he a fireman and city Council he knows better to not harass and throw stuff at people cars and being disrespectful to you everytime I would’ve have let that go idk who he is I would have had him locked up at the least Your a better person then I am and you handled that great
Hell Randy in your video the other day there was that dude in the truck that went by your shop revving up his engine and acting a fool! Old dude might need to start there! But alas it’s easier to just assume and you know what happens when people assume
Be careful how you deal with the Fireman and the Mayor, they may retaliate concerning the amount of vehicles on your property. Check your local city/town codes for ordinances about parked vehicles. I'm just looking out for you. The best course of action is to talk to the fireman in person and see if he's willing to have a civil conversation with you.
I’ve explained this about 1000 times I am a commercial car lot you cannot penalize me for vehicles parked in front of my commercial business I’ve been approved by the city and the county and the state
Sorry, Randy, I assumed it was a residential property. I see a house on the property. I would look into seeing if the permissions they gave you are written down in a letter or contract unless OK Law upholds a verbal contract between you and the local/state governments. Okay, then, most of us listen and reply with our concerns and suggestions. @@AutoAuctionRebuilds
I wasn't questioning the license. Hopefully your Fireman person will be more cordial and social. Will you be keeping the 1983 Cougar? @@AutoAuctionRebuilds
You were the better man for just speaking your piece and then walking away,because if he was willing to do something so ridiculous , than sitting down and having a man to man talk is not going to happen
The fireman video actually made over 110k views Indirectly Randy won. Some of the previous vids and following were 30-60k ish. That fireman may have been a fool but he made Randy some views and perhaps a little money. Randy won whether the fireman knows it or not. Randy is a boss.