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FAKE Texas Pearl Jam License Plates

LC68695LC68695 Posts: 2
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To the Texas Jammer in the red Chevy Silverado pickup who thinks you're being clever by using the commemorative PJ plates from the 2023 Austin Texas show last September to avoid tolls in the Austin and Dallas area, I'd like to thank you for the countless hours on the phone with TxTag and the hundreds of dollars in toll charges that I've had to pay due to your dishonesty.  I've had the PRL JAM Texas plates for 14 years and since the Texas run of shows last year, it's been a nightmare dealing with TxTag to try and fight (unsuccessfully) all the toll charges you've racked up.  TxTag and the Texas Dept of Transportation now have a picture of your truck and will be on the look out for you.  Ahole.

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  • RatherStarvedRatherStarved Posts: 5,126
    Woah 
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  • KwienekeKwieneke Indiana Posts: 1,792
    Wow. That sucks. 
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  • ComeToTXComeToTX Austin Posts: 7,854
    edited July 20
    That’s crazy!

    Can also confirm that TXTag is the absolute worst to deal with. 
    Post edited by ComeToTX on
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  • BentleyspopBentleyspop Craft Beer Brewery, Colorado Posts: 10,822

  • bootlegger10bootlegger10 Posts: 16,027
    While this sucks for you, I think it is an awesome story.
  • ZoSoTimZoSoTim Posts: 1,102
    Holy shit. That’s awful! 
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  • PinoyPJPinoyPJ Los Angeles, CA Posts: 302
    woah. that sucks.
    ride amongst the waves...
  • on2legson2legs Posts: 15,282
    What a jerk.  Hope they grab him soon! 
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  • AmishGuy91AmishGuy91 Posts: 834
    Solid first post from someone with Pearl Jam custom plates for 14 years
  • jwhjr17jwhjr17 Posts: 2,022

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  • 1STmammal2wearPants1STmammal2wearPants Worcester, MA Posts: 2,939
    edited July 21
    bootlegger10 said:
    While this sucks for you, I think it is an awesome story.
    It is an all-timer for the boards AND a first post! (and interesting future dinner conversation)

    Sorry this happened. Insane stuff.
    Post edited by 1STmammal2wearPants on
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    2006 Boston I 
    2008 Bonnaroo, Hartford, Mansfield I 
    2010 Hartford 
    2013 Worcester I, Worcester II, Hartford 
    2016 Bonnaroo, Fenway I, Fenway II 
    2018 Fenway I, Fenway II 
    2021 Sea.Hear.Now
    2022 Camden
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  • 1STmammal2wearPants1STmammal2wearPants Worcester, MA Posts: 2,939
    I hope the poop notices this post, too
    2003 Mansfield III 
    2004 Boston I 
    2006 Boston I 
    2008 Bonnaroo, Hartford, Mansfield I 
    2010 Hartford 
    2013 Worcester I, Worcester II, Hartford 
    2016 Bonnaroo, Fenway I, Fenway II 
    2018 Fenway I, Fenway II 
    2021 Sea.Hear.Now
    2022 Camden
    2024 MSG I, Fenway I, Fenway II
  • Force Of NatureForce Of Nature York, England Posts: 1,103
    So this guy has personal licence plates of ‘PRL JAM’ for 14 years, and when Pearl jam last played Texas they had a fake licence plate as merch with the same characters? And someone’s been using that to screw over the OP?

    seems odd Pearl jam would include licence plates as merch considering this issue, but then who the hell would want a merch licence plate anyway. 
  • Go BeaversGo Beavers Posts: 9,171
    Force Of Nature said:
    So this guy has personal licence plates of ‘PRL JAM’ for 14 years, and when Pearl jam last played Texas they had a fake licence plate as merch with the same characters? And someone’s been using that to screw over the OP?

    seems odd Pearl jam would include licence plates as merch considering this issue, but then who the hell would want a merch licence plate anyway. 
    Looks more like they’re using it to avoid paying fees for new tags and tolls. 
  • shepshep Houston Posts: 5,800
    bootlegger10 said:
    While this sucks for you, I think it is an awesome story.
    Right there with you...

    Had to chuckle at first, but yea, agree that sucks for the poster...

    and yes, what a great first post  lol... bumping this just to keep it at the top... everyone should see it. lol.
    Houston, Texas... Believe it or not, there are 7 million people here... must be a couple of fans who'd love to see you play.
  • hihobibohihobibo Tampa, FL Posts: 1,111
    edited July 21
    Force Of Nature said:
    So this guy has personal licence plates of ‘PRL JAM’ for 14 years, and when Pearl jam last played Texas they had a fake licence plate as merch with the same characters? And someone’s been using that to screw over the OP?

    seems odd Pearl jam would include licence plates as merch considering this issue, but then who the hell would want a merch licence plate anyway. 
    The merch license plates, to me, are one of the better souvenirs to come out in the past few years. Basketballs, bags, etc are all too expensive.  The flip flops (with the orange teal colors for South FL) and these plates are low priced,  unique items for the shows that I really like. 

    They should have verified if this playe was already in use, though.  Vanity plate op has a real issue now due to this. 
  • RatherStarvedRatherStarved Posts: 5,126
    hihobibo said:
    Force Of Nature said:
    So this guy has personal licence plates of ‘PRL JAM’ for 14 years, and when Pearl jam last played Texas they had a fake licence plate as merch with the same characters? And someone’s been using that to screw over the OP?

    seems odd Pearl jam would include licence plates as merch considering this issue, but then who the hell would want a merch licence plate anyway. 
    The merch license plates, to me, are one of the better souvenirs to come out in the past few years. Basketballs, bags, etc are all too expensive.  The flip flops (with the orange teal colors for South FL) and these plates are low priced,  unique items for the shows that I really like. 

    They should have verified if this playe was already in use, though.  Vanity plate op has a real issue now due to this. 
    License plates are a great souvenir.  1/3 the price of a poster or T shirt and fit well into carry on.  
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    EV Solo: 2017 Louisville and Franklin, 2018 Ohana, 2019 Innings Fest, Berlin, Düsseldorf, Dublin and Ohana; 2021 Ohana Friday (from beach) and Saturday; 2022 Earthlings Newark; 2023 Innings Fest and Benoraya 1-2.

    Gutted:  London 2 2018, Sacramento 2022, Noblesville 2023
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 93,223
    shep said:
    bootlegger10 said:
    While this sucks for you, I think it is an awesome story.
    Right there with you...

    Had to chuckle at first, but yea, agree that sucks for the poster...

    and yes, what a great first post  lol... bumping this just to keep it at the top... everyone should see it. lol.

    Indeed. :o
  • LC68695LC68695 Posts: 2
    TEN CLUB - you're the freakin' best. Thanks for the kind note and poster of the Austin show as a token of recognition for my troubles with the Texas PRJ JAM license plates. What a nice surprise to kick off my weekend. As usual, your support of and dedication to the Pearl Jam fanbase is what makes the PJ community and the band so special. Have a great weekend.

    ...And I hope the people are smiling...And I hope that today and everyday is grand...
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 93,223
    LC68695 said:
    TEN CLUB - you're the freakin' best. Thanks for the kind note and poster of the Austin show as a token of recognition for my troubles with the Texas PRJ JAM license plates. What a nice surprise to kick off my weekend. As usual, your support of and dedication to the Pearl Jam fanbase is what makes the PJ community and the band so special. Have a great weekend.

    ...And I hope the people are smiling...And I hope that today and everyday is grand...

    AMAZING!!!! :) 
  • on2legson2legs Posts: 15,282
    Bravo, Ten Club!! 👏🏻 
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  • aisleseatsaisleseats Posts: 1,457
    P.S. Please don't sue us.
  • 1STmammal2wearPants1STmammal2wearPants Worcester, MA Posts: 2,939
    on2legs said:
    Bravo, Ten Club!! 👏🏻 
    ^^^^^^^^
    2003 Mansfield III 
    2004 Boston I 
    2006 Boston I 
    2008 Bonnaroo, Hartford, Mansfield I 
    2010 Hartford 
    2013 Worcester I, Worcester II, Hartford 
    2016 Bonnaroo, Fenway I, Fenway II 
    2018 Fenway I, Fenway II 
    2021 Sea.Hear.Now
    2022 Camden
    2024 MSG I, Fenway I, Fenway II
  • shepshep Houston Posts: 5,800
    LC68695 said:
    TEN CLUB - you're the freakin' best. Thanks for the kind note and poster of the Austin show as a token of recognition for my troubles with the Texas PRJ JAM license plates. What a nice surprise to kick off my weekend. As usual, your support of and dedication to the Pearl Jam fanbase is what makes the PJ community and the band so special. Have a great weekend.

    ...And I hope the people are smiling...And I hope that today and everyday is grand...
    Awesome. This is officially the best thread on the porch 🤣

    Nice of the 10C to send the gesture. And thanks for continuing to share the story!
    Houston, Texas... Believe it or not, there are 7 million people here... must be a couple of fans who'd love to see you play.
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 93,223
    on2legs said:
    Bravo, Ten Club!! 👏🏻 

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