<VV> Thanks but....

[Frank DuVal]

Mike:

There were a few (two?) replies to Roger that questioned his ability to 
own a Corvair.

First: 

Hi Roger, I think a better question would be why no tools and a spare
belt with just about everything in the car literally revolving around
the belt why not carry even that basic necessity?

Regards,

Guy Brandes

65 VAIR 140

Then there was this one:


well, yes, and no, and maybe. if we knew why you were going down the 
road without spares, we might be able to judge what was going on in your 
mind, and thusly, better interpret your statements --



like, "Looked at my dash and the GEN light was bright red." -- well, 
when did it come on? while you were looking in the mirror? previously? 
or don't you know for the same reason you didn't have spares?



if it was on for 5 miles and you didn't notice it, well, your engine is 
probably fine, because when you go to drive it again with a new fan 
belt, you won't notice anything even if it isn't fine, so since you 
won't notice it, it must be fine.



I say this in all sincerity, because some people are just not good 
potential Corvair owners. People like my nephew. My nephew, (

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Godspeed!


Bill Strickland




There were many others that said these were out of line and not helpful to Roger.

It is a sad day for VV that a newbe gets jumped on just for asking a question.

I also welcome Roger to stay with us, as there is a lot of good talent here, but "once bitten , twice shy"....

Frank DuVal



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>What, what, what????  When did all this happen?  I haven't read anything hateful here in some time.  Even Kazmarek has behaved himself lately.  
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>It's too bad Roger feels this way - I hate to loose a participant.  This place is great for getting good information (and some not so good information too sometimes).  I didn't read anything here that I thought was "hateful" but then I have reasonably thick skin.   I wouldn't give up this resource because of a few rude guys.  I haven't yet anyway!  I hope Roger changes his mind after he calms down.  
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>And don't be so rude to new people you bad guys, you know who you are.
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