Goodbye everyone !!!

[sixshooter]

This is my final post here.

I've reached the point where I've made a decision to move on to newer pastures because I've become sick of the e-wang mentality that seems to have developed in certain members.

For those of you that enjoy a laugh and don't take life so seriously keep on laughing.

For those of you that are nothing but keyboard warriors at every opportunity I hope you get arthritis in your fingers and that you get hemaroides(sp?) for sitting at your keyboards all day making petty arguements and personal attacks. Your postings really drag the atmosphere of this great Commodore forum downhill and are making it it such a drudgery to read through any topic. People ask simple questions expecting simple answers but I've noticed a certain few just like to bombard topics from an e-wang perspective, seeming to think they know it all and in fact are of no help to the thread starter.

For all those that gave me genuine advice to issues I've had I am grateful for you having helped me with my life.

Later everyone.

Mods/Admin you can wipe my username and my posts if you wish.

[Shounak]

Haemorrhoids. Jeez get it right Shooter.

All the best mate.

[ClairBear]

Why not simply skip over the e-wang posts or ignore the user(s) through your user control panel?

I am not sure if you frequent other forums, but this is life on the net.

There will always be those that stir the pot, argue the point or just post inane dribble.

[quick308]

it does not matter which forum you choose to go to you will always get them. i just try to ignore them

[Bravotwozero]

Why not simply skip over the e-wang posts or ignore the user(s) through your user control panel?

I am not sure if you frequent other forums, but this is life on the net.

There will always be those that stir the pot, argue the point or just post inane dribble.

Some forums are worse than others. Even boostcruising isn't like it is here sometimes. They might give each other crap there but it is forgotten pretty quickly. And there is a difference between having a crack at someone and constantly big-noting yourself. There are a few members here that feel the need to tell the whole community just how good they think they are. I bet I'm referring to the same people as the OP as well. Sure you can ignore them but it reaches the point when you just wish they would either STFU or simply **** off!

You can criticize someone constructively without being a condescending a$$hole or a self-righteous know it all. As previously mentioned, it is a bloody internet forum. Pretty much why I stay out of most threads regarding politics, money or social issues. Too much tit for tat garbage.

On the other hand there are some pretty decent people on here as well. 1991_vn2nv comes to mind. Think his name is Dylan but I'm sure you all know who I'm talking about. Probably the most level headed bloke on here. Always informative and nearly always respectful in whatever he posts, even when someone is clearly having a crack at him.

[Bax]

Understandable man, I've been there myself before. I just don't come here as much unfortunately.

All the best.

[STEALTHY™]

I see these types of posts all the time. I never figured you'd be one to give in six. Gets worse around the school holidays....


Although, we seem to have a few members that know alot about everything, not much you can do about them.

[Tom_1569]

Ive noticed the petty bitching and attacks lately to. I havent been in the middle of them myself, but it is getting frustrating to see the same people constantly upsetting members, when their posts are not even informative. I think JC needs to think about banning some of these members on the percentage of what the contribute positivly and what the contribute negativly, this isnt just members but some moderators. Im not saying the moderators do a bad job, I think they do a great job, but some moderators are also involved in this constant bitching.
Its the internet you get ********s, I accept that, but after the last month this certain group of people have ruined for me, and I dare say alot more users. I dont read as many threads anymore, because you get 3 or 4 posts down and this group has destroyed the thread with their so high opinion and no one else can say anything or they get treated like ****. This is not good for JC as it will lose alot of members if this group keeps carrying on the way they are.
Also one thing I've noticed, If you have an argument in one thread, you leave it in that thread. I've argued points across in one thread with one person, and helped them in the next. You dont carry an argument into a new thread, you forget it and focus on that thread. BUT again this certain group of people have been using previous threads to attack a person in a compleltly new and irrelevant thread.

It's not good to see sixshooter leave, but hopefully it will waken up JC to do something about this certain group, or atleast get this certain group to pull their heads in, which I highly doubt cause they are so far opinionated(If you can call it an opinion, they seem to think "Gospel") for their own good.

[Torquen]

take it easy champ.

[Darren]

I won't get too into this, from an admin / mod point of view as we know what value members have to a site.

There is a solution to this problem, bring these posts to our attention!! We like everyone else work during the day and go through pages upon pages in the morning, night or whatever other time is available to us, we can't see everything.

Above every single post you will find the humble icon if used correctly you can help combat these 'keyboard warriors' and during school holidays little keyboard warriors.

Geez it's school holidays coming up again isn't it

[minux]

Ive noticed the petty bitching and attacks lately to. I havent been in the middle of them myself, but it is getting frustrating to see the same people constantly upsetting members, when their posts are not even informative. I think JC needs to think about banning some of these members on the percentage of what the contribute positivly and what the contribute negativly, this isnt just members but some moderators. Im not saying the moderators do a bad job, I think they do a great job, but some moderators are also involved in this constant bitching.
Its the internet you get ********s, I accept that, but after the last month this certain group of people have ruined for me, and I dare say alot more users. I dont read as many threads anymore, because you get 3 or 4 posts down and this group has destroyed the thread with their so high opinion and no one else can say anything or they get treated like ****. This is not good for JC as it will lose alot of members if this group keeps carrying on the way they are.
Also one thing I've noticed, If you have an argument in one thread, you leave it in that thread. I've argued points across in one thread with one person, and helped them in the next. You dont carry an argument into a new thread, you forget it and focus on that thread. BUT again this certain group of people have been using previous threads to attack a person in a compleltly new and irrelevant thread.

It's not good to see sixshooter leave, but hopefully it will waken up JC to do something about this certain group, or atleast get this certain group to pull their heads in, which I highly doubt cause they are so far opinionated(If you can call it an opinion, they seem to think "Gospel") for their own good.

PM me examples of where arguments are carrying into other threads please. Actually send me a PM about every issue you have. Things will be changing. Trust me on that. Even my own attitude will have to adjust.

shooter, don't go, i enjoyed headbutting with you.

[Kikki]

Goodbye

[Cursed CX8]

drive safe shooter

[feistl]

Hmm, maybe charge a small fee for joining just commodore :P.

I know Streetwagons charge a once of fee of like $15... Ive paid i. Would help with the upkeep of the site and stop the idiots from joining....

Its a real shame to see someone with as much experience and knowledge as sixshooter leave....

I was the same a while ago with Whirlpool Internet Forums... Nearly 6000 posts helping people, always giving constructive meaningful posts, but after a while of the young kids around you just tire from it.

[hightekhosting]

[QUOTE=STEALTHY™;811568]we seem to have a few members that know alot about everything,/QUOTE]

What are you talking about? I do know everything!

In all seriousness though, it saddens me as the provider of such a great forums to see you go mate and I only hope that you find it in you to stick around.

I too, even though I have mod rights, see what goes on, and although there can be a certain number of people who can cause trouble, there are a large number of members who do add a large amount of value and meaning to a forum of this size and I only look forward to the future growth of JC (although Darrens wallet may not agree )

As Darren said, if there are posts/people causing problems, the only way to eradicate them is to report them. Mods/Admins always do something about problem people as there is a certain legal aspect that they must abide too also.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions mate and I can aid in getting them resolved with Darren and the crew.

Regards and best wishes,

Dale Evans
Manager

[fnlow1]

Cant say I blame ya mate. Post anything in the pub section these days and there is bound to be someone who wants to start a **** fight. That drinking under the age of 25 thread is a prime example. The tech threads are normally alright tho.

PS All the best

[GOTMYN]

C-Ya Mate, Take care and Thanks for all the shared knowledge and advice, not to mention a good laugh.....

I do have to admit, I don't get on here much anymore, But it is a good Forum, and there are some great knowledgeable people who are happy to share what they know when needed.

I have to Disagree with the Statement that all Forum's are like this one, as I am a member of two others that don't have any of this crap, and all members are respectfull and polite.

Sadly the word Commodore does attract Tool's, so for all you Tool's out there, Thanks for changing this enjoyable Friendship constructing, Learning accessory, into an un-enjoyable Site full of Critisism and patronising Not to mention the way you all Gang up on, and Frustrate some of the better people on here!!

I will stay, but learn to ignore and type carefully, just to stop me having to Wring some of your Necks!

[daron]

someone needs a cuddle
man grow some thick skin and get over it
if ya dont like it just leave ya dont need a thread bitching about your bitching
anywhos keep well and safe

[Bravotwozero]

It is good to see the moderators taking notice of this. I'll be the first to admit that I've lost the plot a couple of times through sheer frustration and ripped in to a couple of members. (One of them was a moderator which earned me an infraction!)

But I knew I'd stepped out of line and offered them an apology through a private message. I won't mention their names because they know who they are. Hell it is going to happen but it is how you deal with it that counts. If you upset someone swallow your damn pride and just say sorry mate and move one.

I got negative rep yesterday with the comment LOL!!!. What kind of a moron does that?!? I won't mention his name either. You know who you are!

[vlv8vic]

as stated above there are ways and means to combat this. I'd never disown being involved in some of the crap but you take the good with the bad and use adult discretion as to what affects you and how you approach it.
In life everyplace you visit will have people that are smarter, dumber or have bigger ewangs than yourself.

Join whirlpool or whatever it is and see how good they make you feel about yourself!
All things aside best of luck, feel free to visit even if only for the technical stuff.
unfortunately every now and then a member wants accounts deleted etc. it doesn't make any difference - they usually come back anyway. I understand how this place can consume you.

And yes, Vic school holidays are on. YAY.

edit: bravo, you'll earn another one if you continue to dodge the swear filter!

[Bravotwozero]

edit: bravo, you'll earn another one if you continue to dodge the swear filter!

Tell me you're not serious. You threaten an infraction for throwing in a couple of $$ in to asshole, yet you'll gladly sit by and let certain people drag this place in to the gutter.

Edit. Looks like swear filter is broken. Or maybe asshole isn't a swear word! Don't blame me. I didn't dodge the swear filter and it failed miserably!

[CSP]

shooter, don't go, i enjoyed headbutting with you.

Headbutting is fun

The problem isn't so much that there's personal attacks or bitching. It's that people somehow think whenever a negative comment is made, it's a personal attack.

Personal attacks are childish and stupid - there's no glory in being a keyboard warrior - but there are a lot of opeople who need to harden the hell up and be able to understand that it's not all roses.

As an example, and this is not directed at anyone in particular, if you rice a commodore with a massive spoiler and a cannon out the back, or put a HSV body kit on a car that is not a HSV, expect me to tell you it looks absolutely SH*T!!! Don't confuse that with a personal attack.

[vlv8vic]

Tell me you're not serious. You threaten an infraction for throwing in a couple of $$ in to asshole, yet you'll gladly sit by and let certain people drag this place in to the gutter.

Edit. Looks like swear filter is broken. Or maybe asshole isn't a swear word! Don't blame me. I didn't dodge the swear filter and it failed miserably!

I am certainly not serious. It was said with humour. PM or report the posts where this place is being dragged into the gutter. It is important these things are pointed out as we don't/can't see it all all the time.

i wonder if arsehole is blocked, afterall, it is an Australian site.

edit: there you go!!! your American way and my Australian way are both a-ok!

[Noy]

Yeah im sick of going into threads with stupid comments and arguments, needs to be cleaned up.

I have noticed A LOT of people are getting sick of cousin slow poke. His attitude stinks and makes this site look stupid. Sorry for mentioning names, but if I can see it why cant JC? (theres alot of others, but giving by examples)

I just ignore it now, I have better things to do then be a keyboard warrior.


GL sixshooter I understand 100% why you are moving on...

[Astranomical]

Sorry to see you go, sixshooter. Hope to see you around again some day.