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Originally Posted by roadster32

I've only just caught this thread but i've had all sorts of problems getting onto CHR but its getting easier/better, still don't like the new setup but hey ho

I myself used to spend a lot of time on the UK NSRA forum helping people and giving advice but I no longer do it becuase over the time i've been accused of self promotion, big headness etc etc etc
I helped a guy with the fitting of a 32 screen and folding top on to his car (read not easy) It took me all day and i didn't charge him because i thought he was a mate, Next thing about 3 months later he was heard slagging me off to my own friends !!! He must of known it would get back to me, Weird !!!

Anyways that event just made me not want to help anybody on the forum again so I don't, Its a great shame as others have to suffer for one idiot !!!

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Steve - When I posted the OP, my intent was to get those folks who drop by for a couple minutes to at least consider coming back and posting. Brent's new format seems to have put many off ,unfortunately - yep, it's new, but we seemed to have learned our way around. I find it the most friendly car site on the 'net. Even if some of us don't always agree, we work around the problem

As far as this site, there have been a couple folks that have been less then desirable and have been warned, left or been banned, but I think you will have to admit that it's a heck of a lot more friendly then NSRA-UK. I sure wasn't made to feel welcome a few years ago, in fact, just the opposite. For whatever reason, their admin made it impossible for me to post even after his assurances via email that there was no problem - bull poo. I was unofficially 'banned' as an American with ideas, opinions and OMG, some skills.

You for sure have been an asset here as have our NZ and Oz folks - even if your English is 'different':LOL:

Something we have talked about on here, and on other forums, is that every forum seems to have a core group of members who chit chat and contribute something (even if it is just "nice job" in reference to someones project) but the vast majority of members are never heard from. We've done all kinds of things to just get them to say "Hi" and sometimes it breaks the ice and they start participating more.

We've also heard the comments that "cliques" form and somewhat dominate the forums. I guess it could be seen as that, but I see it more that we form friendships and commonalities with certain members and the conversation just flows easily between those people, and maybe others feel left out at times.

Another aspect is that not everyone is as outgoing as others. It's like going to a party where you know nobody. Some people will walk right in and become part of the conversations and others will sit back and just listen. Perhaps that is what we see happening on forums too. It also could be that some people feel their opinions or comments aren't important enough, or based on enough knowledge, to add to a thread. They might also be afraid of being corrected or beat up for posting something someone else doesn't agree with.

All in all though, CHR is one of the most gentle, friendliest forums around. There are some BRUTAL forums out there, even worse than the one everyone uses as an example. Brent and Bill have done a very good job making sure it stays pleasant and civil, which is why most of us feel at home here. :)

Don

Hi, I've been a member here for years, and no I don't post very often. It's certainly not that I don't feel welcome. I wish I could be working on my projects,but economics plays a huge role in that. I do read most of the threads quite often,and I do respond when I feel I have something to contribute. Hank

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Originally Posted by halftanked

Hi, I've been a member here for years, and no I don't post very often. It's certainly not that I don't feel welcome. I wish I could be working on my projects,but economics plays a huge role in that. I do read most of the threads quite often,and I do respond when I feel I have something to contribute. Hank

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At least we convinced you to "show your face" one more time. Just do it more often - that's a freebie in these lousy economic times:3dSMILE:

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Originally Posted by Mike52

Bob, the pics are pretty cool, especially the last one but I gotta add, even with the helmet and goggles, at 113-114mph a grasshopper would probably break your nose :eek:, at 2600rpm the engine isn't breathing heavy but what amazes me is, according to the temp gauge the engine hasn't reaching operating temps yet :D

Keep having fun!

Mike

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Outside temp was high 50's and no T-stat. Never go that fast for any lenght of time, took that picture after compression slowing from 140 mph. Had a MB AMG give me a bit of a run, dropped to 4th, ran up to 4900 rpms, shifted to 5th and stayed in it for 2 more seconds just to drive a point home to Mr. AMG Benz guy. I'll bet I'm the last jalopy he ever attempts to pick on.

I've been debating to add to this conversation but, it appears to be getting hijacked anyway so... I will have to agree with ya'll. but, sometimes I just don't feel like participating, just happy to lurk and read! Maybe sometimes I'm in a "funk" & just want to be a wall flower? IDK..

But I do know it happens at all forums as was said. Another example would be Randy's Header thread, even tho it has gone way off course from it's original topic. It seems like only a few of us participate on that one thread even tho' we ask for others to comment! Why? IDK!! it just happens! LOL.. my point oh two!

I would reply but I need to get the roadster ready for Hot August Nights.

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Originally Posted by jyardgirl

bob (deck) that is really a great looking car.

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Thanks Barb,

Sorry I missed your reply and lost having a timely response. The car's main claim to fame is weighing all of 1790 lbs. For 40 years of hot rodding I've been fighting The Laws of Physics, trying to propel 4000 lb cars down the road.

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Originally Posted by deckofficer

Outside temp was high 50's and no T-stat. Never go that fast for any lenght of time, took that picture after compression slowing from 140 mph. Had a MB AMG give me a bit of a run, dropped to 4th, ran up to 4900 rpms, shifted to 5th and stayed in it for 2 more seconds just to drive a point home to Mr. AMG Benz guy. I'll bet I'm the last jalopy he ever attempts to pick on.

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I like it Bob! Once had a stock appearing Z-28 that would just up and fly - blew off a BMW one afternoon at 120+ (I know - very, very bad!). He followed me to my freeway exit and pulled up next to me wanting to know what was under the hood. "Just a small block Chevy.." (okay - so it was a "healthy" small block Chevy) - the look on his face said he was going straight to see "Herr Himilich" to see about getting a few more beans for his fifty thousand dollar Bimmer! Priceless!

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Originally Posted by roadster32

I've only just caught this thread but i've had all sorts of problems getting onto CHR but its getting easier/better, still don't like the new setup but hey ho

I myself used to spend a lot of time on the UK NSRA forum helping people and giving advice but I no longer do it becuase over the time i've been accussed of self promotion, big headness etc etc etc
I helped a guy with the fitting of a 32 screen and folding top on to his car (read not easy) It took me all day and i didn't charge him because i thought he was a mate, Next thing about 3 months later he was heard slagging me off to my own friends !!! He must of known it would get back to me, Weird !!!

Anyways that event just made me not want to help anybody on the forum again so I don't, Its a great shame as others have to suffer for one idiot !!!

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Hey Steve - good to see you here! I always enjoy your posts and as to those who rip us off or bad mouth the efforts of someone who has genuinely tried to help - that's their problem! You're certainly a true gentleman in my book and I hope to see you posting again on a regular basis..

As to Don's statement - I certainly have developed some friends at CHR and "chit-chat" a bit. That's one of the things that makes this site a favorite as I feel like I'm sippin' coffee with a friend while we pit race and from time-to-time, get to some serious fixin' of what needs fixin!

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Originally Posted by glennsexton

I like it Bob! Once had a stock appearing Z-28 that would just up and fly - blew off a BMW one afternoon at 120+ (I know - very, very bad!). He followed me to my freeway exit and pulled up next to me wanting to know what was under the hood. "Just a small block Chevy.." (okay - so it was a "healthy" small block Chevy) - the look on his face said he was going straight to see "Herr Himilich" to see about getting a few more beans for his fifty thousand dollar Bimmer! Priceless!

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kids do not do this at home ... Oh yes i done that many a time love to crush some dream :) not many would run the goat with paint on it so i strip it and primed it guys would make fun of it. two guys line up there new shinny Z28 two abreast on the hi way blew there doors off and one set of tops and one moon roof... hey thanks for the kind words what can i say:o

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Originally Posted by deckofficer

Outside temp was high 50's and no T-stat. Never go that fast for any lenght of time, took that picture after compression slowing from 140 mph. Had a MB AMG give me a bit of a run, dropped to 4th, ran up to 4900 rpms, shifted to 5th and stayed in it for 2 more seconds just to drive a point home to Mr. AMG Benz guy. I'll bet I'm the last jalopy he ever attempts to pick on.

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Bob,you stirrer,,:D:D Isnt it neat to put someone like that in their place..I did it a few years back,when I came up behind an older guy,in a almost new Holden Commodore v8..We were in the Dodge Monaco that I built up about 8 years back..Big ol C body with a stroked B/B (400 out to 451)..I hooked it back to 2nd and nailed it..Ol coot probably never knew it could go that quick..Upset his flash new Holden,big time...:D:D

Don,you have hit it on the head,,as I have said before,,this is a user friendly site,,and Lynda and I have formed a few new friendships on here,,and a few more dont go amiss..Its a neat place to hang..
34-40..I agree,times when I just wanna lurk,and say nuthin...:D

I have just read through this thread and I will /can comment for myself. I have used this and one other site since my joining to help keep me motivated and keen on my build that is patiently waiting out in the garage for me to be fit enough and financially fit enough to enable me to start working on it again. I also believe that is site and the friendly people who I meet on it have helped me personally when I have suffered from the depression that strikes me down at times. I have absolutely no talent compared to most here when it comes to building cars but I enjoy watching and reading others projects and it makes me feel good when I can praise and encourage somebody for a job well done.

one more story i have many :) just put the blown 548 in my chevy old freind stop by wanted a ride .ask if it was fast ? yes i think so lets see .so i was driving around still getting the feel of it . some old fart pull s up at a light with a AMG cls55 car is loaded with a older group .i bet he said watch me dust that guy in the is 50 chevy with my german technology light turns i now pulling away i hear him step in to it ? what the hell he wants to go so i let the 548 off the leash just a wee bit this old fart still on me? my buddy said that damn thing is fast..what the hell no way i am thinking. but i am pulling him not by much . ok another light we stop no more playing.. what he has can run. now i going to show him the chain is off.. the 548. my buddy said that thing moves yep but watch this light turns green i let her go now he gets a sound beating .stop at another light said hey looks like you got me ..yep i did... well the title in the glove box .. no you keep it:3dSMILE:

So many good stories and don't know who to comment to first, but two MB AMG dustings in one thread, it has to mean something. I don't follow MB or that tuning arm of AMG, but do they build something hot?

The full story is, I was south bound on I-5 near Bakersfield, going for good mpg and not speed. The Track-T with the new OD transmission I just put in before this trip, is going 75 mph at 1700 rpms. That open roadster at that rpm is so quiet that I hear tire/pavement noise over exhaust note. I eyed the MB in my mirror and figured he was closing at around 10 mph faster than me. Normal pass I'm thinking, but instead, when he is right beside me he nails it, must of kicked down 2 or 3 gears and when that happens, those AMGs are loud. Scared me, even made me jump. I rolled everything on, but at 1700 my response was pedistrian till I pulled 4th and caught him, then at 4500, shifted back to 5th for two more seconds, then compression slowed from 140 to the 113 that I shot with the camera. AMG after quite awhile passes for a second time with 10 mph differiential. No race this time and as he glides past me, I see girlfriend/wife talking to him in a very animated fashion.

I have a 556 hp Caddy CTS-V, and I would be creamed by the T, what is this AMG thing and why do owners of them choose a fight with the T???????

ok just one more not any thing fast just funny well i think. going to the detroit swap meet with my 90 chevy truck at this time still a good sound truck . my friend said hey i like to sell some stuff ok cool with me .what are you taking ? my van .oh god no way in hell its not going to make it i am thinking but what the hell . this van has 4 tires not the same one snow tire on the front and not much good. has a big chunk of plywood screwed to the side of it were a window fell out from rust ,this thing is ugly and the rest has been customize by rust .he tells me hey i wil make it.. this things has a very hot 350 in it she runs ... ok ..?..on the hi way he past a chrysler 300 with his van with the ply wood side that said chucks bait and tackle done in house paint. trying to keep up with him.. so nowi am way past the speedo so 100+ drafting him i am thinking god i hope the plywood stays on his van??then i went by the guy in the 300.. what a look on his face was it was priceless

I would have to agree with Don/Itoldyouso; We have certain people we click with though most of us try to welcome new members on here as well.
I sometimes hear guys complain about answering the same question over and over again, and it does get tiring but this person maybe new to the site and may not know he can go back and look up answers to the same question he had just ask. I know I have tried to go back to threads I have read before and because I could not remember exactly how the head line of the thread started I could not find it.
Most of the time another member will say go back and check this thread to help out, and I think that is a big help rather then getting mad at someone for asking the same question.
Roadster32; I know exactly what your talking about, I have had the screws put to me so many times it ain't funny, then the wife starts in on me after about when are you gonna learn.
I know she is right but I still like to help others when I can, It's just the way I am. I had a so called friend call me and ask to make him some axle plates for his boat trailer. Seems He was pulling his boat back from the lake and he lost his axles because the plates that the u-bolts go thru had rust completly out and the u-bolts pulled right thru them. This guy was supposed to be a perfesional auto painter and said if I made the plates for him he would shoot the paint on my car for me when it was ready. Well I went over and measured everything and made him some 1/2 inch steel plates drilled them bought some new u-bolts and went over and put the on. Anyway got my car ready to get sprayed got the primmer and paint and give the guy a call, now does not have time.
So I stopped by his house and he is spaying some other guys car, after I seen the way he did the other guys car, I was not gonna let him do mine anyway.
I did want to say where was that guy when your boat was in the middle of the street laying on the ground. but I bit my tongue, besides it was not that guys fault.
So once again I had to listen to the wife yell at me. I've seen this site go thru several changes over the years that I have been on here and in the long run I think they have for the most part
always been for the best. Though sometimes it does take some time to get used to. Deckofficer;I hear ya!!! Had a Toyota Supra come up and try me in my old 67 Mustang years ago.
He suprized me at first and got away from me for a second then I had to run him down and spank him. sometime you just gotta do it. HE! HE! HE! thats good Pat.
Kurt

Kurt you just can't win mate, someone must of seen my post and emailed me last night, as usual it came from a hotmail account with no name, It went on to say that it was my obligation as a hotrodder to help with help & advice on our NSRA forum, See ya just can't win !!!

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Originally Posted by roadster32

Kurt you just can't win mate, someone must of seen my post and emailed me last night, as usual it came from a hotmail account with no name, It went on to say that it was my obligation as a hotrodder to help with help & advice on our NSRA forum, See ya just can't win !!!

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No name,Steve??..Somethin else missing too...Must sit down for a particular function,too..What a COWARD..Pass that on...

im new here but i think this is one of the most valuable sources to get information and unique thoughts about cars. I just posted something about a custom 79 trans am hood. I had the idea and have yet to find somebody with the exact same thing on the same year car, take a look and feel free to post on it =]

i'm still here!, can retire anytime now, just a few more fix its, you know the "honey do things" then you guys won't be able to get rid of me!
Whats a search button? :)

Thats alright Roadster32;Thats alright these days I fill more like a gelding put out to pasture anyway.
But once in a while I fill like Ferdinand the Bull, but thats usally short lived. HE! HE! HE!
‪Walt Disney - Ferdinand The Bull - 1938‬‏ - YouTube
Kurt