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Pliskin · 07-01-2009, 01:21 PM

Much like KC, I have my share of complaints about NJ. But truth be told, there are some things I do enjoy about the state, and try to put the others on the back burner. But that being said....

Property taxes - Mine have gone up over 92% in the 6 years that I've owned my current now. Ahh, nothing like 5 digit taxes on an annual basis!

MV Registrations - I'll be curious what happens with my motorcycle. It expired on June 30th, and I paid the renewal back in early June. $30, as KC mentioned. Pick up truck at $84. Honda Accord at $44. Another Accord at $44. A Civic at $44. I think my boat registration went up, but that was back in March and can't remember.

Now by the way, Joey - there is no doubt that places like Atlantic City, Trenton, Camden, Elizabeth and various others are the armpits of the nation, there are some very nice places that you would never expect were Jersey. Yes, we get a bad rap, but there a few bright spots.

How To Drive In Jersey. .

1. You must first learn to pronounce the city name, it is Nork - rhymes with Fork, not New-ark.

2. The morning rush hour is from 5 AM to NOON. The evening rush hour is from NOON to 7 PM.
Friday's rush hour starts on Thursday morning.

3. The minimum acceptable speed on the turnpike is 85 mph. On the parkway it's 105 or 110. Anything less is considered "Sissy." (Just ask Jon Corzine, the Governor of NJ)

4. Forget the traffic rules you learned elsewhere. Jersey has its own version of traffic rules. For example, cars/trucks with the loudest muffler go first at a four-way stop; the trucks with the biggest tires go second; However, in Monmouth county, SUV-driving, cellphone-talking moms ALWAYS have the right of way.

5. If you actually stop at a yellow light, you will be rear ended, cussed out, and possibly shot.

6. Never honk at anyone. EVER! Seriously. It's another offense that can get you shot.

7. Road construction is permanent and continuous in all of Jersey. Detour barrels are moved around for your entertainment pleasure during the middle of the night to make the next day's driving a bit more exciting.

8. Watch carefully for road hazards such as drunks, skunks, dogs, cats, barrels, cones, celebs, rubber-neckers, shredded tires, cell-phoners, deer and other road kill, and the Homeless feeding on any of these items.

9. MapQuest does NOT work here -- none of the roads are where they say they are or go where they say they do and all the Turnpike EZ Pass lanes are moved each night once again to make your ride more exciting.

10. If someone actually has their Turn Signal ON, wave them to the shoulder immediately to let them know it has been "accidentally activated."

11. If you are in the left lane and only driving 70 in a 55-65mph zone, you are considered a road hazard and will be "flipped off" accordingly. If you return the flip, you'll be shot.

12. Do not try to estimate travel time -- just leave Monday afternoon for Tuesday appointments, by noon Thursday for Friday appointments, and right after church on Sunday for anything on Monday morning.

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Pliskin Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Last Online: Yesterday 01:41 PM Location: New Jersey - Find Me! My Ride: 2000, Yellow, 2 Brothers High Mount, Corbin Posts: 445 Thanks: 68 Thanked 82 Times in 50 Posts	Much like KC, I have my share of complaints about NJ. But truth be told, there are some things I do enjoy about the state, and try to put the others on the back burner. But that being said.... Property taxes - Mine have gone up over 92% in the 6 years that I've owned my current now. Ahh, nothing like 5 digit taxes on an annual basis! MV Registrations - I'll be curious what happens with my motorcycle. It expired on June 30th, and I paid the renewal back in early June. $30, as KC mentioned. Pick up truck at $84. Honda Accord at $44. Another Accord at $44. A Civic at $44. I think my boat registration went up, but that was back in March and can't remember. Now by the way, Joey - there is no doubt that places like Atlantic City, Trenton, Camden, Elizabeth and various others are the armpits of the nation, there are some very nice places that you would never expect were Jersey. Yes, we get a bad rap, but there a few bright spots. How To Drive In Jersey. . 1. You must first learn to pronounce the city name, it is Nork - rhymes with Fork, not New-ark. 2. The morning rush hour is from 5 AM to NOON. The evening rush hour is from NOON to 7 PM. Friday's rush hour starts on Thursday morning. 3. The minimum acceptable speed on the turnpike is 85 mph. On the parkway it's 105 or 110. Anything less is considered "Sissy." (Just ask Jon Corzine, the Governor of NJ) 4. Forget the traffic rules you learned elsewhere. Jersey has its own version of traffic rules. For example, cars/trucks with the loudest muffler go first at a four-way stop; the trucks with the biggest tires go second; However, in Monmouth county, SUV-driving, cellphone-talking moms ALWAYS have the right of way. 5. If you actually stop at a yellow light, you will be rear ended, cussed out, and possibly shot. 6. Never honk at anyone. EVER! Seriously. It's another offense that can get you shot. 7. Road construction is permanent and continuous in all of Jersey. Detour barrels are moved around for your entertainment pleasure during the middle of the night to make the next day's driving a bit more exciting. 8. Watch carefully for road hazards such as drunks, skunks, dogs, cats, barrels, cones, celebs, rubber-neckers, shredded tires, cell-phoners, deer and other road kill, and the Homeless feeding on any of these items. 9. MapQuest does NOT work here -- none of the roads are where they say they are or go where they say they do and all the Turnpike EZ Pass lanes are moved each night once again to make your ride more exciting. 10. If someone actually has their Turn Signal ON, wave them to the shoulder immediately to let them know it has been "accidentally activated." 11. If you are in the left lane and only driving 70 in a 55-65mph zone, you are considered a road hazard and will be "flipped off" accordingly. If you return the flip, you'll be shot. 12. Do not try to estimate travel time -- just leave Monday afternoon for Tuesday appointments, by noon Thursday for Friday appointments, and right after church on Sunday for anything on Monday morning.