Sad too see

[rwhite692]

Originally Posted by ccracin

Sometimes it's all those attaboys that keep people from getting frustrated and never finishing their projects....

Agree Chad, I don't post many updates, but, when I do, it's nice to see that folks have taken the time to take a look, also, by some of the responses I get, will be introduced to other members with builds that I didn't know about.

What I can't stand is the "boast in every post" type of behavior.

[skatinjay27]

Originally Posted by elitecustombody

Just click this link below and say what you want to say

https://lateral-g.net/forums/priv...o=newpm&u=2654

get over it already...

[XcYZ]

It's the heat. Its driving everyone crazy - me included. Lol

[syborg tt]

Originally Posted by compos mentis

I blame a lot of it on all the attention given to womens soccer lately.

Skip good point - I have to agree

[elitecustombody]

Originally Posted by skatinjay27

get over it already...

Get over what? I don't have a problem with anyone. I think you got me confused with Track Junky,

[70rs]

Originally Posted by elitecustombody

Just click this link below and say what you want to say

https://lateral-g.net/forums/priv...o=newpm&u=2654

Now that is funny!

[89 RS]

I'm not trying to kiss anybody's hind-end, but this site is a great site that provides me with stress relief, knowledge, and input from fellow people who share the same passion for automobiles/muscle cars. I belong to several other forums that require background checks, employment verification, etc.(My line of work forums), and I have to say that considering this site is open to the public and pretty much anybody can get on here, the level of character and maturity meets and often exceeds a lot of forums available. It's people on here whom I've asked questions and they didn't hesitate to help me out by explaining something that I didn't completely understand without belittling me. Everybody is entitled to their own opinion and that's cool. Just remember, it doesn't cost anything extra to be nice.

[Scorpner]

Originally Posted by tonner

Lat G used to be a great place to hang out.

I think most people would be over these school girl antics, I don't post a lot, but this place is going to the dogs really quickly. It reminds me of an old western, where they gather up a posy and hang them in the streets.

Greg

I don’t post a whole lot here either, but IMO things like this are a natural part of interacting with others. Even though some people see it as distasteful, I feel it reveals issues in a raw and more informative way. How a company conducts itself is an important factor in my future decisions. I can also see if the customer is being reasonable/manipulative or not. Yes, it’s subjective and may not be entirely accurate but it’s not second hand information, and repeated incidents tend to tell a story over time and that helps me to make my own decisions. This site doesn’t gain readership through drama and I don’t think it ever would. With all due respect it's easy enough to move on to something you find more interesting, however if it's removed or not allowed, then I can't access it.

Originally Posted by Vegas69

...
Which leads me to my next idea, a core group of individuals hand picked by the moderators that have a private forum on the site to discuss and solve site problems. I'm one on a motorcycle site and the members are reccomended by another core member and then voted in with a certain majority.

I would have reservations about this. I think it can work but I see a few issues that can develop. I’ve watched people’s personalities change when they begin to have input on a forum. Also, with more people involved, more agendas and leverage to gain influence can develop. If things aren’t working out, how do you thin the group without developing hard feelings? Maybe short term committees could be used to address certain issues, but a permanent sub forum can create a division of sorts especially if it’s not public and then others find out. Readership changes over time and people tend to come and go, however limiting influence to a smaller group can also be an issue if this is not recognized.



Overall, I feel that the more regular members can see and become involved in a forum the more they can feel that they are a part of it. Limiting membership input and/or censoring is something that has to be done, but IMO there is a balance that needs to be maintained to meet everyone's needs.

[Ummgawa]

Just remember, it doesn't cost anything extra to be nice.

Excellent point. (That wasn't too short was it?)

[Track Junky]

Originally Posted by elitecustombody

Get over what? I don't have a problem with anyone. I think you got me confused with Track Junky,

Now that makes me sad and my feelings are hurt.