RazMan
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 04:43 PM |
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Can I just say one thing?
I have noticed a certain hostility between certain individuals on here lately (a minority I am pleased to say) and feel I must say something.
Let's remember why this forum was created - to be a helpful knowledgebase of information and an honest exchange of views. NOT a soapbox to jump
up on and spout off obsenities and accusations 
So to all the individuals concerned ........
[Edited on 3-1-07 by RazMan]Image deleted by owner
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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RazMan
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 04:44 PM |
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There - I said it 
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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graememk
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 04:45 PM |
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hear hear
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 04:50 PM |
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Well said, that man! 
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Hellfire
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 04:51 PM |
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Suprisingly it usually eminates from the same people/place(s). However, when we (read: you and me) post, we know certain individuals have more than
their own share of "Personal Opinion" and unfortuntely decide to share this misconception "that anyone is bothered" to all and
sundry. This forum is a help forum not a name 'em and shame 'em forum surely... though I must confess, it has gone down hill a lot
this last 12-18months or so.
Steve
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Fozzie
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:15 PM |
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I have to agree 
It seems as though no one can say or ask anything these days without being flamed or insulted because something may have been taken out of context.
So much 'anxt', such a shame..... it must put people off from offering more help and advice on here ... I know it does me
Fozzie
'Racing is Life!...anything before or after is just waiting'....Steve McQueen
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I love speed :-P
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:20 PM |
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More and more everyday this site is going like TOL, which is very very sad. I know of alot people on here who don't post and share their
valuable knowledge as much as they used to, because of the way the site is heading and the attitude of "some" people.
In the past there were a "few" heated discussions, but nothing like they are now, its like there is one everyday.
I don't know what the answer is, but if we don't sort it out soon, we will lose a lot of good people.
Phil M
Don't Steal
The Government doesn’t like the competition
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iiyama
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:23 PM |
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Couldnt agree more. However I feel it is unfortunatly a sign-o-the-times. Isnt there a song in there somewhere????
If its broke, fix it. If it aint broke, take it apart and find out how it works!
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mookaloid
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:30 PM |
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As Razman says - lets all just chill out
[Edited on 3/1/07 by mookaloid]
"That thing you're thinking - it wont be that."
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andrews_45
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:35 PM |
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Totally agree! Well put...
People should feel free to post about technical advice without fear of retribution.
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vinny1275
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:37 PM |
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Maybe there's something that can be done - other forums I use have "ignore" buttons against user's names. If you click it for
a given user, the forum just won't show you their posts or replies.
Another option is having a moderated board. Chris sounds like he's overworked at the moment, but I'm sure there are others who would be
willing to moderate. That way, if a post comes up which is a personal rant or whatever, the mods can delete the thread.
On a slightly different note, why not have a soapbox area, where people can rant all they want? Don't post soapbox posts to the front page, so
you have to want to go and see people's opinions to get them. Cross-posting rants into the car areas gets your account suspended (naughty
chair!) for a week.
I have to say it's not bothered me so far, but I've not been involved in these discussions - I had a look at a couple, ignored them, and
read something more interesting.
It would be a shame if people did stop posting on here - I've had some great help on here already, and I've not chosen my kit yet!!
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nick205
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:39 PM |
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well said that RazMan! (gorgeous car by the way)
I still find this forum useful, but must admit I don't enjoy it as much as I used to. Unfortunately I think it's a symptom of the size
and success the forum has achieved and I suspect many other forums suffer the same issues.
As a 205 GTI enthusiast I used to read and contribute regularly to the Peugeot Sport Club forum. Over time it changed from friendly enthusiasts
meeting place with loads of help available to a battle ground for a few individuals and comapnies who hogged the forum and IMHO destroyed it for the
average user......sound familiar???
I don't see that there's much that can or should be done by moderators or the like. Personally I make a point of ignoring those members
whose posts are ill mannered and over-bearing. Perhaps in time more memebers will take the same approach and the trouble'som element with get
bored.....or am I being too optimistic.
At the end of the day it's like I say to people who moan about rubbish programs and repeats on TV - change the channel or turn it off!
Nick
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IainB
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 05:54 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by vinny1275
Maybe there's something that can be done - other forums I use have "ignore" buttons against user's names. If you click it for
a given user, the forum just won't show you their posts or replies.
That would be nice, and if you ever need a good laugh you can just 'search all posts' by certain members 
Iain
http://s43.photobucket.com/albums/e365/IainB1986/
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carlgeldard
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 06:18 PM |
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I think we should have a W***er* section on this forum and throw them all in there as it's getting out of hand now!!!!!
You know who you are I'm sure
RazMan I could'nt agree with you more
Carl
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oliwb
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 06:21 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by RazMan
There - I said it
LOL....thats great. I want one of them attached to the side of a classic VW campervan.....Oli.
If your not living life on the edge you're taking up too much room!
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DIY Si
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 06:49 PM |
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I find just ignoring the more angry threads easy enough, although it is getting harder to have a sensible thread without some form of war going off! A
nice civil atmosphere would be appreciated by all I feel.
“Let your plans be dark and as impenetratable as night, and when you move, fall like a thunderbolt.”
Sun Tzu, The Art of War
My new blog: http://spritecave.blogspot.co.uk/
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chriscook
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 07:12 PM |
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Good point,
Well made!
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roadrunner
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 08:19 PM |
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YEH , life's to short
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matt.c
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 08:28 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by roadrunner
YEH , life's to short
Very true
Shame the minority spoil it for the majority
Very usefull people and tech info from this site in my opinion. Keep up the great work.;
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roadrunner
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 08:42 PM |
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I have only been a member for just over a year now , luckily for me i have'nt come across any animosity(had to look that word up in the
dictionary) in hear, but would like to say what a great site this is, friendly and informative, if i cant get to sleep at night thinking about
problem's(car related) i come on hear , problem solved .CHEERS FELLAS.
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IainB
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 08:45 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by roadrunner
I have only been a member for just over a year now , luckily for me i have'nt come across any animosity(had to look that word up in the
dictionary) in hear, but would like to say what a great site this is, friendly and informative, if i cant get to sleep at night thinking about
problem's(car related) i come on hear , problem solved .CHEERS FELLAS.
2nd that! Thanks guys, now back to my physics problem!!
Iain
http://s43.photobucket.com/albums/e365/IainB1986/
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gazza285
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 08:51 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by carlgeldard
I think we should have a W***er* section on this forum and throw them all in there as it's getting out of hand now!!!!!
You know who you are I'm sure
RazMan I could'nt agree with you more
Carl
How about a W****r Of The Week poll?
Is anybody forwarding the recent vitriol drenched topics to Considerably? I bet he would love these. And I don't usually check the Website
Problems & Suggestions page very often, but it's kicked off it there too.
DO NOT PUT ON KNOB OR BOLLOCKS!
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macnab
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 09:06 PM |
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Today’s been a funny old day…
I just remember the unbelievable r/c heli forum's, it really was as bad as it can get. All out war & just a total waste of time.
Remember we all have something in common here; we all like the same kind of cars and share the same hobby. Just be glad off that.
I would never dream of slagging off someone’s car or project no matter how much I didn’t like it because I relies just how important it is to them
(the builder) and would only mention something if I felt it affected their safety or my own experience might benefit them or prevent them repeating a
mistake it had made.
Personally if I had not found this forum and did not have access to the help I have now that car out in the garage would still be covered in junk as
it’s sat for the last 3 years. So be patient and bite your tongue if I or someone else asks something dumb or have different idea’s from you ideal
car. Only positive points please…
Oh well back out to the car to do some welding.
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Humbug
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 09:13 PM |
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How about not having a W**ker section and try to all behave in a more friendly way, tolerant of other people potentially having a different
opinion from our own?
I have made good use of this forum since I joined (nearly 2 years ago!) - got some advice, given some back, read some amusing posts, bought and sold
some bits and pieces, made some new mates. Overall it's a "good thing" - let's try and keep it that way.
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Wadders
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| posted on 3/1/07 at 10:16 PM |
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Nah, It would only increases the hype. Its a bit like having a big zit on your nose, best thing allround, is for everyone to IGNORE it, that way
it'll go away quicker. Squeezing it will only make it worse.
Al
Originally posted by carlgeldard
I think we should have a W***er* section on this forum and throw them all in there as it's getting out of hand now!!!!!
You know who you are I'm sure
RazMan I could'nt agree with you more
Carl
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