About that other site

About that other site

  • I wouldn't go there if my life depended on it

    Votes: 63 49.6%

  • I sneak a peek but don't post there so I can remain anonymous

    Votes: 31 24.4%

  • I go there regularly and don't really care about the friction

    Votes: 27 21.3%

  • I'd go there only if my life depended on it

    Votes: 6 4.7%
  • Total voters
    127
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Be honest now and remain stealth if you choose.

I go there regularly and post infrequently, just like here. It's been over 2 years since the split and it seems to me that a lot of the people pushing for the split back then, no longer show up here. Sandy, Geno, Joey, Pete. But what do I know?
 
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I don't go there, but I guess I would if my life depended on it. But you are wrong about the people who pushed for the split. Those people had nothing to do with it, and left this site for other reasons.

EDIT: Hee hee, I go there if a link takes me there I think. Still I haven't voted. ;) I just have no real reason or desire to go there. I still think the split was a benefit to the members of the club, and that is why it was done. There are many if not most out there who don't know the whole story, and I don't think at this point it's even worth going into. Suffice it to say, we're here, they're there, some pick one site only, and some pick both. We all have choices.
 
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I pleaded to people on both sides of this issue to seek reconciliation when it happened, to no avail.

Yes, I post there and here. And I advertise there and here.

This site seems to have more social interaction between members who have known each other for a long time and are aware of personal doings and details of other members.

The other site seems to have more members that are actively involved in DIY maintenance and repair and the subsequent interaction on site to discuss maint. & repair.

This site seems to have more long term owners like myself (MK8 owner almost 10 yrs,). The other site seems to have more people who have only entered the fold in the last few years.

I have not journeyed to Carlisle or other places outside the Atlanta area to meet owners and members, other that Eddie Spinks, whom I visited when he was still in Jax. FLA. Therefore, it is only a guess, but I suspect the age level is higher here.

Still wish fervently that things could been worked out. But it is water under the bridge and I think it is too late for any reconcilation.

FWIW, I have found the same situation on 2 sites on diesel pickups, primarily Chev. & GMC. Diesel Page vs Diesel Place.
 
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I agree with DOM's analysis. It seems like such a waste of time for most of us Mark VIII owners to be clicking & clicking on links to visit both sites when we used to be able to go to one place. But hey, I got lots of time on my hands.

I know I recognize many many names at both places and it seems like there are very few hard core loyalists for either site.

And Trixie, maybe it just seemed to me like those are the ones that wanted the split because they did a lot of the open criticism of the rules back then. But again, what do I know? :)




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I visit both sites regularly...I just fit in better over there. My advice, and technical help are much more appreciated, and I am given alot more respect and recognition as a "helpful" individual. That is all I ever asked.

Remain stealth? Nothing to hide here.

BTW, I noticed...the poll isnt split very even. I didnt see the option for ''

"spend more time there than any other site".
-or something similar.

That's like saying "choose one of these numbers between 1 and 10", and then only posting 7-8-9-10, know what I mean?


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This is like confession? ::roll::

I used to post at both the old and the new site, trying to remain politically neutral.

I eventually became exposed to not one, not two, but several moves by Calvin and/or others to CENSOR AND DELETE. No explanation would ever follow. There were times I actually thought I dreamt I read or even posted something only to never be able to find it again. Finally one un-named individual whom I respect was banned without explanation and I said enough is enough.

Now I occasionally lurk, surfing for certain parts or to read racing stories and other long dissertations by a couple of members. I will not contribute. I do not feel bad. Knowing what I know(not just supposition), I refuse to be associated with such. I am sympathetic to those seeking help whom I may have been able to help, but you will usually find them posting elsewhere as well.
 
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And just so people don't get the totally wrong idea - we did try negotiations, reconciliations, etc. It wasn't a spur of the moment decision, it wasn't an easy decision. It didn't please everyone. But the LOD, as a Club, did what the officers felt was in the best interest of the club members.

I'll stand by it.
 
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I joined all 3 sites about a year ago. So I came after the fact, so to speak. I've read a lot of old posts and I think I have a basic understanding and reconstruction of events. I try my best to remain neutral because I feel all 3 sites have their advantages and disadvantages. But I admit that I sense tension from time to time at all 3 sites due to bad blood. I post here the least because I feel a little out of the loop, sorta like trying to join a circle of friends that could take you or leave you. If all I wanted was information, I wouldn't join any site. I'd just use the search function exclusively. But I will say that every time I have PM'ed a member here with a question, they have always responded in a very helpful manner. And I am thankful that this site exists. So I guess my vote is with "I go there regularly", but I do care about the friction.

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There has been alot of things that have happened over the past few years with the club. Overall some are here on the Clubs offical site, others are on different sites and some post on all or on some of them.

Does it really matter one way or another? Why bring up the past when the club is moving foward? People that post here do seem to be closer than on the other sites, but still when a new guuy/gal comes in we welcome them with open arms and if they ask a question I think members try to answer if they can.
 
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I'll admit (as if I can hide it) that I post over there (Calvin's site) occasionally. For whatever reason, I've managed to avoid any altercations with "management" over there, so I still have an active account.

Being recently appointed VP of the LOD has made that a more difficult choice. But the fact remains that there are people over there who had nothing to do with the breakup, people who simply want to talk about their car, and how to care for it. So I stick entirely to the technical forums and avoid as much "social" interaction as I can. For instance, you won't find me posting in the "Anything Goes" forum. It's just that when I see someone in need of help and I know I can offer it, I can't resist.

I do think it is utterly asinine and childish that they still filter out the URL's to this site and other phrases and letters, like "LMS". Talk about not letting something go.
 
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I'll admit (as if I can hide it) that I post over there (Calvin's site) occasionally. For whatever reason, I've managed to avoid any altercations with "management" over there, so I still have an active account.Being recently appointed VP of the LOD has made that a more difficult choice. But the fact remains that there are people over there who had nothing to do with the breakup, people who simply want to talk about their car, and how to care for it. So I stick entirely to the technical forums and avoid as much "social" interaction as I can. For instance, you won't find me posting in the "Anything Goes" forum. It's just that when I see someone in need of help and I know I can offer it, I can't resist.I do think it is utterly asinine and childish that they still filter out the URL's to this site and other phrases and letters, like "LMS". Talk about not letting something go. As for Joey's site, it'll be a cold day in hell...
[/div]Well said Mark. And why would I even want to go to a site that has Cadillac in its name or even vs. as far as that goes????

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The main reason we are the site that we are is because of this kind of post. This is one of the main reasons we split. I dont know why this issue keeps coming up. I am glad we split and have not looked back since. If others want to post there, have at it. There is nothing wrong with it. I shop at stores where my friends have had bad experiences. Why should this be different.

If quizzes are quizzical, what are tests?
 
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The main reason we are the site that we are is because of this kind of post. This is one of the main reasons we split.[/div]I don't quite understand that statement. We didn't split because I posted a poll, I know that for sure.

I just want to explain why I posted the poll. There was another discussion going on about the other board and the usual bad mouthing began. I know from looking around there & here that there are many people that seem to post identical postings on either board so obviously they don't have a big problem with either board. I was just curious.

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Well I left this site For many reason's. But back ago when we where spliting from calvins site I was very passionate about getting up on our own. Even so much so that I Donated 1,000 Dollars to the Lod AND paid for 11 years of membrship up front.

But somebody on this site started doing some very sneaky ####, and nobody wanted to keep him in check... Well after awhile of the bs i got fed up and left. Simple as that. I think i put a hell of alot of effort into our sites independence. But being lincolnless, and still quite mad at the direction of our club i choose not to stress myself out over a website any more. I have a business to run and a big house to take care of, i dont need anything else pulling at my time.
 
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[div class="dcquote"][strong]Quote[/strong]I'll admit (as if I can hide it) that I post over there (Calvin's site) occasionally. For whatever reason, I've managed to avoid any altercations with "management" over there, so I still have an active account.Being recently appointed VP of the LOD has made that a more difficult choice. But the fact remains that there are people over there who had nothing to do with the breakup, people who simply want to talk about their car, and how to care for it. So I stick entirely to the technical forums and avoid as much "social" interaction as I can. For instance, you won't find me posting in the "Anything Goes" forum. It's just that when I see someone in need of help and I know I can offer it, I can't resist.I do think it is utterly asinine and childish that they still filter out the URL's to this site and other phrases and letters, like "LMS". Talk about not letting something go. As for Joey's site, it'll be a cold day in hell...[/div]Well said Mark. And why would I even want to go to a site that has Cadillac in its name or even vs. as far as that goes????http://members.tccoa.com/lastmrk/Images/lastmrk2.jpg
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hey hey hey just because its has cadillac in the name dont make it a bad place. lmao just see nelce for that. but vs what is ther to vs that just shows the mentalities of those that created it.
lol
Eric
 
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I'll admit (as if I can hide it) that I post over there (Calvin's site) occasionally. For whatever reason, I've managed to avoid any altercations with "management" over there, so I still have an active account.Being recently appointed VP of the LOD has made that a more difficult choice. But the fact remains that there are people over there who had nothing to do with the breakup, people who simply want to talk about their car, and how to care for it. So I stick entirely to the technical forums and avoid as much "social" interaction as I can. For instance, you won't find me posting in the "Anything Goes" forum. It's just that when I see someone in need of help and I know I can offer it, I can't resist.
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I will back you upp 110% on that statement. The recent assistance you provided immediately comes to mind. You have saved many-a-Mark-owner's bacon, with clear, and straight-forward advice. I commend you for that. I too am a strong believer that if you have something that can help another person, you should share it. I will be that way to the grave.

I spend 95% of my time on the INTERNET helping people in any way I can with their cars. I spend alot of my time fixing the cars for them in person. I have even made house-calls to perfect strangers, having never met them until the day I plop my toolbox down on their front step.




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RE: About that other site

Both have something to offer but I do notice more technical stuff going on over there as Craig said. I also browse the TCCOA regulary, it's a great site. Kind of wish the lincoln forums were more like it. Lots of new people all the time, many more modified cars and new ideas. But I consisantly check all 3, a lot of time I feel like going to both lincoln forums is a waste of time but I still do it. I'm not partial to either one really.
 
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I joined the original site years ago and to be honist my view is it was all political b.s, these boards were/are suposed to be helping people. I myself have gotten loads of help and have done stuff because of ALL 3 boards. I recently joined lvc, and found that site updates way more often than this site. whats the point of having like 4000 members if only a few hundred interact??

I for one am greatful for everyone who has helped me out here. without all the info on all the sites, I wouldn't have enough knowhow to be swapping engines myself. The old site I will never post in again and I look very seldom, that place has a dictator for a owner. Sorry for the namecalling but its true.
 
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