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[beerrun]

When are you getting the new whip

 

[FlyByWire]

The office is getting one, but I won’t be getting it (and I don’t want it lol).

They’re already slaying it though.

 

[DRYHEAT]

You might enjoy this one.

 

[FlyByWire]

Hold please.

 

[77charger]

Thats sneaky but atleast it says chp on side doors.Az dps has a yellow mustang unmarked around here with tinted windows and mag wheels blends right in.Also a couple chargers and challengers with a camaro that will sneek up on you then bam light show.

 

[zbudman]

So FBW, what is the current badge number for a CHP new hire? If I recall correctly, they were approaching 10,000 in 1978.

 

[FlyByWire]

So FBW, what is the current badge number for a CHP new hire? If I recall correctly, they were approaching 10,000 in 1978.

24500 ish?

 

[Backlash]

When are you getting the new whip View attachment 1504924

Did you see the Camaro SS's they're getting??

 

[JFMFG]

Did you see the Camaro SS's they're getting??

Only the ss not the zl1?

 

[Jefftowz]

24500 ish?

Did they put out badge 23152? Back in the day I knew 12345

 

[FlyByWire]

Did they put out badge 23152? Back in the day I knew 12345

Yep!

 

[Mr. C]

Thats sneaky but atleast it says chp on side doors.Az dps has a yellow mustang unmarked around here with tinted windows and mag wheels blends right in.Also a couple chargers and challengers with a camaro that will sneek up on you then bam light show.

Just saw one in Valencia. They blend in really good. Can barely see the emblem on the door until right beside it.

 

[sirbob]

Some won’t even have a logo

And they are coming in different colors.

 

[attitude]

Thats sneaky but atleast it says chp on side doors.Az dps has a yellow mustang unmarked around here with tinted windows and mag wheels blends right in.Also a couple chargers and challengers with a camaro that will sneek up on you then bam light show.

AZ has a lot more than that, I’ve seen all brands of truck, Tahoes, Expeditions, Teslas, 4 Runners, Altimas, V6 Chargers, scat pack Chargers, SS Camaros, 5.0 Mustangs, Malibus, and I’m sure I am forgetting some.

These are not the typical CA police package cars with no markings and steel wheels with antennas. They are all unmarked stocking looking with lights hidden in the OEM lights or in the blacked out windows. You would never know it’s a cop until the lights turn on.

P.S. I’ve only been here 9 months, I’m sure there is more.

 

[TPC]

Ford used the more the powerful engine in the CHP units than a civilian could buy, trouble was Ford coupled them up to a weak transmission.

 

[FlyByWire]

AZ has a lot more than that, I’ve seen all brands of truck, Tahoes, Expeditions, Teslas, 4 Runners, Altimas, V6 Chargers, scat pack Chargers, SS Camaros, 5.0 Mustangs, Malibus, and I’m sure I am forgetting some.

These are not the typical CA police package cars with no markings and steel wheels with antennas. They are all unmarked stocking looking with lights hidden in the OEM lights or in the blacked out windows. You would never know it’s a cop until the lights turn on.

P.S. I’ve only been here 9 months, I’m sure there is more.

I back the AZ units all the time, and they have some really cool and VERY sneaky cars. Havasu mostly sees the red Camaro and the blue mustang. No antennas and no external lighting or markings whatsoever.

CA law is in the process of being changed to allow fully *unmarked* units to be used for the purpose of traffic enforcement.

 

[attitude]

I back the AZ units all the time, and they have some really cool and VERY sneaky cars. Havasu mostly sees the red Camaro and the blue mustang. No antennas and no external lighting or markings whatsoever.

CA law is in the process of being changed to allow fully *unmarked* units to be used for the purpose of traffic enforcement.

I talked to one of the guys who drives a Scat Pack Charger. He said his whole traffic unit drives them. They are currently in the process of swapping them out for SRT Durangos because of better ground clearance. He said they are trying to get Hellcat Durangos but the budget is looking like standard SRTs are all they can afford lol.

My Grandpa lives up in Prescott Valley and they have an unmarked truck with a lawnmower in the back

When the unmarked law passes, CA peeps are going to be in for a rude awaking if they think a police package Durango with a ghosted emblem is hard to see…

 

[FlyByWire]

I talked to one of the guys who drives a Scat Pack Charger. He said his whole traffic unit drives them. They are currently in the process of swapping them out for SRT Durangos because of better ground clearance. He said they are trying to get Hellcat Durangos but the budget is looking like standard SRTs are all they can afford lol.

My Grandpa lives up in Prescott Valley and they have an unmarked truck with a lawnmower in the back

When the unmarked law passes, CA peeps are going to be in for a rude awaking if they think a police package Durango with a ghosted emblem is hard to see…

Shit I’d take the truck with the lawnmower in the back. That made me legit lol.

 

[OCMerrill]

Shit I’d take the truck with the lawnmower in the back. That made me legit lol.

My Next Door neighbor is an OC Sheriff. He told me a couple months back that all the unmarked are likely to get custom wheels, possibly wrapped, zero antennas showing, etc. No "Exempt" on the plate, etc.

I drive a diesel truck and get owned about 10x daily by some aggressive driver. I won't pull my Dump Trailer until 10 am and have it off my hitch by 2:00 pm. and I never used to feel this way about just making a living.

 

[callbob]

I liked it back in the day when Ca didn’t have radar. Except when they lied and said they paced you lol. Airplane was pretty sneaky then too but after being tagged twice I bought a scanner for in the truck and had all the freqs including car to car. Never got tagged again by the plane in Az or Cali.

 

[Hallett]

Did they put out badge 23152? Back in the day I knew 12345

My dads was 3881 motor officer 32 years

 

[t&y]

AZ has a lot more than that, I’ve seen all brands of truck, Tahoes, Expeditions, Teslas, 4 Runners, Altimas, V6 Chargers, scat pack Chargers, SS Camaros, 5.0 Mustangs, Malibus, and I’m sure I am forgetting some.

These are not the typical CA police package cars with no markings and steel wheels with antennas. They are all unmarked stocking looking with lights hidden in the OEM lights or in the blacked out windows. You would never know it’s a cop until the lights turn on.

P.S. I’ve only been here 9 months, I’m sure there is more.

I back the AZ units all the time, and they have some really cool and VERY sneaky cars. Havasu mostly sees the red Camaro and the blue mustang. No antennas and no external lighting or markings whatsoever.

CA law is in the process of being changed to allow fully *unmarked* units to be used for the purpose of traffic enforcement.

Yup. Main problem I can see coming a mile away in Cali is explaining how the person running from you knew you were a cop in the completely unmarked patrol unit. I'm honestly not a huge fan of unmarked being used for Traffic Services... But It's not my deal to begin with so have at it.

The one thing I will say is if any unmarked unit got behind me, I'm not stopping until I've confirmed over 911 that it is a real Police Officer and not some psycho that ordered all the lights off amazon.

 

[JL95]

Saw my first one of these durangos this morning. Caught me off guard lol

 

[4Waters]

Ford used the more the powerful engine in the CHP units than a civilian could buy, trouble was Ford coupled them up to a weak transmission.

You can buy the same Explorer, it's an Explorer ST, 400hp twin turbo 3.0 AWD

 

[attitude]

Yup. Main problem I can see coming a mile away in Cali is explaining how the person running from you knew you were a cop in the completely unmarked patrol unit. I'm honestly not a huge fan of unmarked being used for Traffic Services... But It's not my deal to begin with so have at it.

The one thing I will say is if any unmarked unit got behind me, I'm not stopping until I've confirmed over 911 that it is a real Police Officer and not some psycho that ordered all the lights off amazon.

I will say it has changed my driving habits somewhat. I’ve already tried to back my California aggression off, but I also like to do a little pull every once in a while, these have now been limited to empty on ramps. Also, leading the pack on the freeway is now an absolute no no for me lol.

 

[attitude]

I talked to one of the guys who drives a Scat Pack Charger. He said his whole traffic unit drives them. They are currently in the process of swapping them out for SRT Durangos because of better ground clearance. He said they are trying to get Hellcat Durangos but the budget is looking like standard SRTs are all they can afford lol.

My Grandpa lives up in Prescott Valley and they have an unmarked truck with a lawnmower in the back

When the unmarked law passes, CA peeps are going to be in for a rude awaking if they think a police package Durango with a ghosted emblem is hard to see…

Add a Tacoma to the list.

 

[oldman]

I will say it has changed my driving habits somewhat. I’ve already tried to back my California aggression off, but I also like to do a little pull every once in a while, these have now been limited to empty on ramps. Also, leading the pack on the freeway is now an absolute no no for me lol.

You gotta tuck in behind a rabbit out front...

LOL

 

[BoatCop]

So FBW, what is the current badge number for a CHP new hire? If I recall correctly, they were approaching 10,000 in 1978.

Apples and oranges, but my Badge Number at the Sheriff's Office is "11". They're currently issuing numbers in the 5-600s.

 

[RiverDave]

I back the AZ units all the time, and they have some really cool and VERY sneaky cars. Havasu mostly sees the red Camaro and the blue mustang. No antennas and no external lighting or markings whatsoever.

CA law is in the process of being changed to allow fully *unmarked* units to be used for the purpose of traffic enforcement.

I think cars should be marked completely.. I don’t understand how it’s possibly legal that they aren’t?

 

[FlyByWire]

I think cars should be marked completely.. I don’t understand how it’s possibly legal that they aren’t?

I just work here man

 

[DRYHEAT]

I just work here man

Yeah, but you don’t have to like it so much.

 

[FlyByWire]

Apples and oranges, but my Badge Number at the Sheriff's Office is "11". They're currently issuing numbers in the 5-600s.

Do you guys keep it sequential?

Our badge number will stay the same regardless of the rank we achieve. They send your actual badge out and they change the rank banner at the bottom. I know some / most departments issue different badges as you climb the ranks.

 

[FlyByWire]

Yeah, but you don’t have to like it so much.

Who says I do..? Just ask my boss.. if I’m in uniform, I’m not happy.

I’m thankful for it all though, for sure. It’s all I ever wanted to do. I still should have been a hose dragger, though.

Or a lawyer… which I may still do

 

[QC22]

I think cars should be marked completely.. I don’t understand how it’s possibly legal that they aren’t?

I thought that In CA they had to be marked to give traffic type citations?

 

[FlyByWire]

I thought that In CA they had to be marked to give traffic type citations?

They do. That’s why the star is still on the door.

But that will be changing soon.

 

[QC22]

But that will be changing soon

I was reacting more to Dave’s post about any markings. Are you saying, though, that the law is being changed in CA? If I remember correctly, it goes back to the 30s or so.

 

[tostark]

I back the AZ units all the time, and they have some really cool and VERY sneaky cars. Havasu mostly sees the red Camaro and the blue mustang. No antennas and no external lighting or markings whatsoever.

CA law is in the process of being changed to allow fully *unmarked* units to be used for the purpose of traffic enforcement.

I guess I am too old school. A HUGE part of policing is visibility. Seeing marked units driving around in itself deters people. Departments should be required keep units marked unless surveillance type detail. I tell my wife don’t stop unless vehicle is marked. Move to right lane, hazards on and call 911 to confirm if stop is legit.

 

[DRYHEAT]

I guess I am too old school. A HUGE part of policing is visibility. Seeing marked units driving around in itself deters people. Departments should be required keep units marked unless surveillance type detail. I tell my wife don’t stop unless vehicle is marked. Move to right lane, hazards on and call 911 to confirm if stop is legit.

How are they supposed to make all that extra revenue if you can see them coming?

 

[FlyByWire]

I guess I am too old school. A HUGE part of policing is visibility. Seeing marked units driving around in itself deters people. Departments should be required keep units marked unless surveillance type detail. I tell my wife don’t stop unless vehicle is marked. Move to right lane, hazards on and call 911 to confirm if stop is legit.

Yeah but we aren’t real cops, so it’s fine.

 

[Rajobigguy]

Hot rod cop cars are nothing new. I remember back in 68-69 Downey PD got Galaxies with the 428 PI engine, which was essentially Cobra Jet engine.
I bought a Santa Monica PD unmarked car at a police auction. It was an early ‘70s Dodge Monaco with a 440 Magnum engine. That thing would lay stripes until you let off the gas.
Back in the day there was a rumor that the Sante FE Springs CHP had a “special “ highway interceptor that was capable of 150 mph.

 

[FlyByWire]

How are they supposed to make all that extra revenue if you can see them coming?

Man if we got *ANY* of the revenue from these things we’d have way cooler cars than v6 explorers and chargers.

I’m still pushing for 5% of any fines to go directly into our personal pockets. Imagine how safe the freeways would be…?

[/satire]

 

[monkeyswrench]

I talked to one of the guys who drives a Scat Pack Charger. He said his whole traffic unit drives them. They are currently in the process of swapping them out for SRT Durangos because of better ground clearance. He said they are trying to get Hellcat Durangos but the budget is looking like standard SRTs are all they can afford lol.

My Grandpa lives up in Prescott Valley and they have an unmarked truck with a lawnmower in the back

When the unmarked law passes, CA peeps are going to be in for a rude awaking if they think a police package Durango with a ghosted emblem is hard to see…

The silver crew cab is the new poacher. Can have a mower, bike or nothing...always on Glassford. The last poacher was the white haired guy in the camaro...lp frame said "grey ghost"...

 

[OC Mike]

They do. That’s why the star is still on the door.

But that will be changing soon.

Been watching a lot of Forensic Files lately, the unmarked cruiser thing really makes me uncomfortable..

Hot rod cop cars are nothing new. I remember back in 68-69 Downey PD got Galaxies with the 428 PI engine, which was essentially Cobra Jet engine.
I bought a Santa Monica PD unmarked car at a police auction. It was an early ‘70s Dodge Monaco with a 440 Magnum engine. That thing would lay stripes until you let off the gas.
Back in the day there was a rumor that the Sante FE Springs CHP had a “special “ highway interceptor that was capable of 150 mph.

1969 Dodge Polara 440 mag.

1969 Dodge Polara Pursuit – Record Setter – Code 3 Garage

code3garage.com

My Dad bought one at the CHP auction. Painted it Lime Green...It was the 70's...
And gave it to my Mom. He had no idea what he had bought...
Are you kidding me...As a High School senior, I Fnn loved it!!!
Hey Mom, got a date tonight, can I borrow the car.
It would lay a Figure 11 down the street....... and........ It had a HUGE back seat.....
Even took it to the Prom.......Good times for sure.........

 

[JUSTWANNARACE]

A buddy in high school had a Caprise Classic auction car with the Intercepter. Man that was a fun car. People would move right over when you came up behind them, it was great..lol

 

[monkeyswrench]

Man if we got *ANY* of the revenue from these things we’d have way cooler cars than v6 explorers and chargers.

I’m still pushing for 5% of any fines to go directly into our personal pockets. Imagine how safe the freeways would be…?

[/satire]

Hey, some of us have funded at least a month of retirement for some LEO'S. Some donate to starving kids in Africa, others to state and federal employees...one citation at a time

 

[JUSTWANNARACE]

AZ has a lot more than that, I’ve seen all brands of truck, Tahoes, Expeditions, Teslas, 4 Runners, Altimas, V6 Chargers, scat pack Chargers, SS Camaros, 5.0 Mustangs, Malibus, and I’m sure I am forgetting some.

These are not the typical CA police package cars with no markings and steel wheels with antennas. They are all unmarked stocking looking with lights hidden in the OEM lights or in the blacked out windows. You would never know it’s a cop until the lights turn on.

P.S. I’ve only been here 9 months, I’m sure there is more.

Same here in oregon. Especially on I5. All kinds of crazy unmarked. A guy(sheriff) i built a house for had a challenger hellcat as his unmarked. Said they got it from a drug seizure with like 300mi on it.

 

[BoatCop]

Do you guys keep it sequential?

Our badge number will stay the same regardless of the rank we achieve. They send your actual badge out and they change the rank banner at the bottom. I know some / most departments issue different badges as you climb the ranks.

When the Dept came out of the stone age and got computers, around 1987-'88, the computer generated new "Badge" (ID) numbers for all employees. The top numbers were, of course, issued to the Sheriff, Under Sheriff, Lieutenants, Sergeants, in that order. They issued the est of the numbers based on shift/unit assignments. Just so happened that the Boating Safety Unit was next on the list., so I ended up with a relatively low number. I kept that number as I advanced from Deputy to Sgt and then Lieutenant. When people are hired and entered, the computer issues their ID #s (civilian) & Badge #s (sworn/DOs).

I don't have my "Deputy" badge, as there was a re-design, due to a lawsuit. The guy who originally designed the Badge and Patch when the County split from Yuma in 1984, gave us license to use it free of charge. But after he passed on, the family copyrighted it and felt they should be paid. We said screw that and just redesigned and reissued everything. But they had to collect and destroy any Badges in the wild.

Then after 20 years, the past three Sheriffs somehow decided that we needed a new badge and patch design. For a department that was always so broke, it seems that throwing around thousands of dollars for redesign and badge/patch replacement every 4 years was a good way to spend funds. Not to mention the employees who had to pay out of pocket to have the old patches removed & new ones sewn on. Just to swell someone's ego.

The Sgt badge, top left, was the 2nd design and the others were the 3rd version. The top right badge was a special one year version to honor the Arizona Centennial (1912-2012).

 

[monkeyswrench]

Think this fits here...

 

[FlyByWire]

Hey, some of us have funded at least a month of retirement for some LEO'S. Some donate to starving kids in Africa, others to state and federal employees...one citation at a time

And we thank you for that

 

[monkeyswrench]

And we thank you for that

Yes, but I could at least write off the money to the starving kids. Damnit, I at least want a sticker!