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10th February 2011, 10:41 PM
YNOT

Cheers Tim, thanks mate.

Tony
10th February 2011, 10:44 PM
patch697

Quote:

Originally Posted by YNOT

Thanks Pete.

You're right I'm not a man of many words. I'm about as good at writing well written, articulated replies to questions like this as Scotty is (by his own admission) answering in depth mechanical questions. But my thoughts about this site have been echoed by all the other members replies in this thread. I am a member of 5 different 4WD forums one of which is patrol4x4, this is where I found out about this forum-remember the locked gate saga? Since joining here I find it such an enjoyable place to be that I rarely visit the other sites now.
I spend a lot of time on here helping people with their mechanical questions, and I do it because I enjoy it.
A forum is just a group of people with a similar interest, and we have a great group here. I've met several members already, spoken to others on the phone, and I look forward to meeting more of you at future meet ups.

Cheers to all.

Tony

Tony you are a gem of a bloke & one who has my complete respect & admiration, not to mention my profound gratitude.......

Here's to ya mate.
10th February 2011, 10:49 PM
Finly Owner

Quote:

Originally Posted by patch697

Tony you are a gem of a bloke & one who has my complete respect & admiration, not to mention my profound gratitude.......

Here's to ya mate.

Wait til ya meet him Paul, he's quiet (unlike me) and polite, and bloody lanky hahahahaha.
10th February 2011, 10:53 PM
patch697

Quote:

Originally Posted by Finly Owner

Wait til ya meet him Paul, he's quiet (unlike me) and polite, and bloody lanky hahahahaha.

He's a Virgo & so am I so we'll get along just fine.
10th February 2011, 10:56 PM
Finly Owner

Quote:

Originally Posted by patch697

He's a Virgo & so am I so we'll get along just fine.

Ahhhh, me Libra -> scale of justice/harmony/balance/peace keeper/weigh up choices.
10th February 2011, 11:31 PM
Clunk

If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times....... well maybe about 10 or 15................. top forum with a top bunch of blokes. As a newbie to 4wd'n, patrols and 4wd forums, I found this place when searching for a user manual for the Q, not the workshop manual coz i already had one. Was never really one for forums due to the fact that most people were to ready to put others down and that sort of thing just doesn't interest me. It's very welcoming here, the guys don't belittle you for not knowing what they know and I for one am bloody greatful for that because I sure as hell have a lot to learn.
Well that's my 2 pennies worth.

Thanks guys
10th February 2011, 11:41 PM
DX grunt

I think lawnbowls has a bit of competion on his hands. lolol
11th February 2011, 12:04 AM
Clunk

Quote:

Originally Posted by DX grunt

I think lawnbowls has a bit of competion on his hands. lolol

hahahahaha yeah but at least lawnbowls actually took part in his own thread.................. will we ever see them again lol
11th February 2011, 08:15 AM
Timbo

Tony, I remember the locked gate saga. Ranger Ray was like a dog with a bone. You can thank Ranger Ray for NP's popularity LOL!
11th February 2011, 08:41 AM
MQ MAD

Well as most are aware im to a member of patrol4x4

Im a bit of a patrol nutta,
But personally NOT being involved in general day to day banter or conversations or General chit chat topics

Why wouldnt people do that ???

Isnt that where friendships are made ???

Youll be really surprised what things we all have in common outside of Patrols
11th February 2011, 08:55 AM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by YNOT

Thanks Pete.

You're right I'm not a man of many words. I'm about as good at writing well written, articulated replies to questions like this as Scotty is (by his own admission) answering in depth mechanical questions. But my thoughts about this site have been echoed by all the other members replies in this thread. I am a member of 5 different 4WD forums one of which is patrol4x4, this is where I found out about this forum-remember the locked gate saga? Since joining here I find it such an enjoyable place to be that I rarely visit the other sites now.
I spend a lot of time on here helping people with their mechanical questions, and I do it because I enjoy it.
A forum is just a group of people with a similar interest, and we have a great group here. I've met several members already, spoken to others on the phone, and I look forward to meeting more of you at future meet ups.

Cheers to all.

Tony

You are the pinup boy (not for looks though!! lol) of the people on this site and the reason they are here mate. Easy going, not 5 foot tall and 10 foot up themselves, helpful, respectful, and always wanting to have a two way conversation.

Another example to put things in perspective - that trip when dhuck first came out with us: long story short, things turned to sh!t as the afternoon wore on with 2 of the 5 cars suffering mechanically - one of them being dhuck's. But there was absolutely zero panic, dhuck had never met us before and lived a bloody long way away. He stayed with us to assist myself with my brothers car (which was dead) and came back to my mates joint where we proceeded to work on the cars until about 10pm that night (over a couple of coldies of course). No stress, no drama, and a true acceptance that this stuff just happens, so let's all work together to get it sorted - just another example of the type of quality, genuine people on here (all I've met seem just the same). Could've cracked the sh!ts and gone on about it (he had a cracked transmission case leaking everywhere), could've said "all the best, but I've gotta get out of here and sort my truck", etc - but instead chose to stay, look over my brothers rig, work on his rig, did I mention have a few coldies? LOL, and go out of his way to assist. Again, we'd only met for the first time that morning, so he certainly wasn't obligated to hang around.

That is the difference for me - nothing to do with a bunch of words on a computer screen, it's the actions of people that define them, and in most situations reveals them, and from what I've experienced thus far, I want to meet more people like that, and I reckon I'm in the right place to do so.

I like it, I love it, I more of it!!!!!
11th February 2011, 08:58 AM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by patch697

He's a Virgo & so am I so we'll get along just fine.

Who's a virgin? Where did we have to list that information?

Ooohhh ... I see now ... Virgo ... Phew .... LoL!!!
11th February 2011, 09:05 AM
patch697

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigrig

Who's a virgin? Where did we have to list that information?

Ooohhh ... I see now ... Virgo ... Phew .... LoL!!!

Ya bloody tool.......lolololol
11th February 2011, 09:25 AM
MQ MAD

Scotty,
You on the turps already ????
11th February 2011, 09:34 AM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by MQ MAD

Scotty,
You on the turps already ????

Not far off mate!! Why? You on your way down! LOL!!!
11th February 2011, 04:35 PM
Dhuck

This can all be summed up in a few short statements:

1: We are friendly
2: We are a community
3: We are a family (of sorts) Patrol family
4: We are a friendly family community (can't help myself on being repetitive on this one)
5: There is fun to be had and friends to be made (as Bigrig has stated)
6: We are a friendly family community of fun friends (again can't help myself)

Cheers to all who frequent this forum. I do not say alot, but I am here several times a day. I am sorry to say "this is a bloody great forum".

Thanks
Dave
11th February 2011, 07:12 PM
Pete's GU3

YEAH ...me to ...i dont post a lot of stuff but i get on and read heaps ....its like a second family ...the other patrol 4x4 site is ok . but i like this one . its laid out better . got nicer colours , is easy on the eye, just a lot more professional looking.....and heaps of talent out there ............................
11th February 2011, 07:23 PM
katwoman

This is the best forum EVA, and weird too. ( In a good kinda way)
I like wierd.
11th February 2011, 08:45 PM
Dhuck

Onya Kat..........
11th February 2011, 10:14 PM
nowoolies

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dhuck

This can all be summed up in a few short statements:

1: We are friendly
2: We are a community
3: We are a family (of sorts) Patrol family
4: We are a friendly family community (can't help myself on being repetitive on this one)
5: There is fun to be had and friends to be made (as Bigrig has stated)
6: We are a friendly family community of fun friends (again can't help myself)

Cheers to all who frequent this forum. I do not say alot, but I am here several times a day. I am sorry to say "this is a bloody great forum".

Thanks
Dave

blo#dy good on ya Dave

i have to say this but i bet he wont be back
12th February 2011, 06:20 AM
my third 256

if your not going to stick around why post a very argumentative topic
was it your intention to stir things up / to show your mates on the other forums
what havic you can cause
if that is you intention go back to the sites you know
12th February 2011, 08:16 AM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by my third

if your not going to stick around why post a very argumentative topic
was it your intention to stir things up / to show your mates on the other forums
what havic you can cause
if that is you intention go back to the sites you know

You're sexy when you're angry and direct!!!!! LMFAO!!!!

I thought this myself mate, and whilst I didn't check last night, I have jumped on the other forum to see if its been mentioned .. couldn't care if he had, I was just going to make sure I jumped in on the conversation and see what transpired!! I too can stir the pot!!!!
12th February 2011, 08:36 AM
AB

I thought that too but look how good the response was from everyone here...lol

FAIL
12th February 2011, 08:56 AM
MQ MAD

Its really the same with all other forums,
Have a look around
IF ya dont like the way it works well ya dont join up
Cant be THAT hard
Then IF you do , ya dont use a user name and parade your from else where
Then start bagging the forum out

Kinda portrays really how you are
12th February 2011, 09:10 AM
DX grunt

Membership - people - is what makes up any on-line forum.

We are all people who come from all walks of life, varying in age, with different life's skills, knowledge and experiences.

As a Cert IV workplace trainer/assessor, I have found in my experience, the art of common sense has diminished, if not gone. People either know something or they don't

Having said that, there are many, many people who have not been exposed to lots of things, and they have not had the experience to learn from that exposure - including me.

Here's my story........ Before I left home at 17 to join the Navy, I lived just outside a small country town (population 100). We lived beside a river, and lots of hills. We had to make our own fun because technology had not caught up with us to enable us to sit infront of a computer screen all day.

I've been an office jock most of my life. I was in the Navy for over 8 years and mainly on seagoing ships. I missed out on so many basic life skills especially in technology and working 'hands on' from the ages of 17 - 25 because I was too busy bouncing around in the ocean. I don't have a trade and now I'm paying the price.

I guess where I'm going is about making choices in life. I am a member of and respect the other Patrol forums and will not bag any of them. We are all members of different forums for various reasons - I don't know why people prefer some forums over others - it's none of my business.

What I can say, is that I am more than happy being here. Nothing is too much trouble for anybody and experiences ranges from novice to guru whether it be technical or otherwise.

My 'home base forum' is the Western Patrol Club forum, but NissanPatrol.com.au is my preferred national forum. I don't know what goes on behind the scenes, but from what I've seen, we pretty well self regulate as well as having fun. The combination of both makes me feel part of a 'family' where I can sit back and relax and be in an 'adult learning environment have fun, learn, and contribute what knowledge. If my best isn't as good as your best, I'm sorry. The aussie way is to help 'mates' out, and that, to me, 'sticks out like a sore thumb', by members of this forum.

Other outcomes from this online forum has also been developed friendships, meetings, sharing of wisdom and knowledge, and equally important, a 2012 'national' gathering.

Thank you to all who have had their say. Thank you to all those that have thought about this thread, and for whatever reason, haven't put pen to paper. I have stayed quiet until now. I'm not going to say any more. Thanks for reading.

Take care out there.

Ross
DX grunt
12th February 2011, 09:19 AM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by DX grunt

Membership - people - is what makes up any on-line forum.

We are all people who come from all walks of life, varying in age, with different life's skills, knowledge and experiences.

As a Cert IV workplace trainer/assessor, I have found in my experience, the art of common sense has diminished, if not gone. People either know something or they don't

Having said that, there are many, many people who have not been exposed to lots of things, and they have not had the experience to learn from that exposure - including me.

Here's my story........ Before I left home at 17 to join the Navy, I lived just outside a small country town (population 100). We lived beside a river, and lots of hills. We had to make our own fun because technology had not caught up with us to enable us to sit infront of a computer screen all day.

I've been an office jock most of my life. I was in the Navy for over 8 years and mainly on seagoing ships. I missed out on so many basic life skills especially in technology and working 'hands on' from the ages of 17 - 25 because I was too busy bouncing around in the ocean. I don't have a trade and now I'm paying the price.

I guess where I'm going is about making choices in life. I am a member of and respect the other Patrol forums and will not bag any of them. We are all members of different forums for various reasons - I don't know why people prefer some forums over others - it's none of my business.

What I can say, is that I am more than happy being here. Nothing is too much trouble for anybody and experiences ranges from novice to guru whether it be technical or otherwise.

My 'home base forum' is the Western Patrol Club forum, but NissanPatrol.com.au is my preferred national forum. I don't know what goes on behind the scenes, but from what I've seen, we pretty well self regulate as well as having fun. The combination of both makes me feel part of a 'family' where I can sit back and relax and be in an 'adult learning environment have fun, learn, and contribute what knowledge. If my best isn't as good as your best, I'm sorry. The aussie way is to help 'mates' out, and that, to me, 'sticks out like a sore thumb', by members of this forum.

Other outcomes from this online forum has also been developed friendships, meetings, sharing of wisdom and knowledge, and equally important, a 2012 'national' gathering.

Thank you to all who have had their say. Thank you to all those that have thought about this thread, and for whatever reason, haven't put pen to paper. I have stayed quiet until now. I'm not going to say any more. Thanks for reading.

Take care out there.

Ross
DX grunt

Awesome post mate - well done!!

Does pose the question though ... whilst you were in the navy, did you ever happen upon Seaman Staines?? LMFAO again!!!!!

Sorry - couldn't resist!! Seriously top post!! You are one of the many reasons I am still here - your easy going, wanting to contribute nature comes through in just about every post, and people like you are few and far between these days - so it's good to have a place where they can amass such as this one.
12th February 2011, 09:21 AM
Dhuck

as in another thread, god help us
12th February 2011, 09:28 AM
DX grunt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigrig

Awesome post mate - well done!!

whilst you were in the navy, did you ever happen upon Seaman Staines?? LMFAO again!!!!!

Can you please go to the shop and buy me a long weight? I'll give you the money when you get back. LMFAO
12th February 2011, 09:29 AM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by DX grunt

Can you please go to the shop and buy me a long weight? I'll give you the money when you get back. LMFAO

LOL!!! No worries mate, I'll get some striped paint and a left handed screwdriver whilst I'm there!!
12th February 2011, 09:32 AM
YNOT

I'm surprised it's taken 7 pages for this thread to get hi-jacked!

Tony
12th February 2011, 09:35 AM
Dhuck

Goes to show how devoted the members are about their forum.
12th February 2011, 09:42 AM
DX grunt

Quote:

Originally Posted by YNOT

I'm surprised it's taken 7 pages for this thread to get hi-jacked!

Tony

Bigrig started it and it went downhill from there. lol
12th February 2011, 09:47 AM
patch697

Quote:

Originally Posted by Plasnart

That's gotta be a record. It's usually 7 posts!!

LMAO.............. I wouldn't be laughing so hard if it wasn't true.....lololol
12th February 2011, 09:47 AM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by DX grunt

Bigrig started it and it went downhill from there. lol

I'm still here mate!! My mother always said "if you haven't got something nice to say about someone, then make sure they are out of the damn room!!!" ... LOL!!!!

Leaving now though ... abuse away if you must!!! LOL ....
12th February 2011, 10:07 AM
MQ MAD

Oh no not another thread gone

Im gunna have to find another forum lads

If these topics keep goin :offtopic:

Theres just not enuf Nissan "content" here

I need my fix !!!!!
Ah bugger it ill get the fix from the fridge :beer:,:beer:,and more :beer:
Then sit back and enjoy the friendly banter that is here
12th February 2011, 10:12 AM
DX grunt

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigrig

I'm still here mate!! My mother always said "if you haven't got something nice to say about someone, then make sure they are out of the damn room!!!" ... LOL!!!!

Leaving now though ... abuse away if you must!!! LOL ....

When I was a kid and eavesdropped on adult conversations my mum used to say "Little pigs have got big ears" Now I know what she meant. lololol
19th February 2011, 12:20 PM
Maxhead

Well, what can I say.......all has been said above.
The only thing I can say is there is NO other Patrol forum like this one. People are actually welcome to stick around and ask questions when needed.

Over and out!
19th February 2011, 08:13 PM
Cuppa

I'm pretty new here, but have been a regular on other forums, including moderating, for over 7 years. I also take an interest in forum community dynamics. With that background in mind - My first impression of this forum is overwhelmingly one of friendliness & welcome. If I end up buying a Patrol I think this is a place I where I could 'hang out'. I haven't spent much time on the other Patrol forum, only because I have felt my needs have been met here. I guess I might go to the other for info if I couldn't get it here though. If there were insufficient 'room' for both Patrol forums one would be showing signs of withering & dying. I see no such signs here. I'm guessing the other is well patronised too? Some want forums to be their advisor/library - there just to use. Some want the social side that goes with being part of a community. Both are valid, & different forums can reflect different priorities to suit.

Cuppa
19th February 2011, 08:18 PM
Bigrig

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cuppa

I'm pretty new here, but have been a regular on other forums, including moderating, for over 7 years. I also take an interest in forum community dynamics. With that background in mind - My first impression of this forum is overwhelmingly one of friendliness & welcome. If I end up buying a Patrol I think this is a place I where I could 'hang out'. I haven't spent much time on the other Patrol forum, only because I have felt my needs have been met here. I guess I might go to the other for info if I couldn't get it here though. If there were insufficient 'room' for both Patrol forums one would be showing signs of withering & dying. I see no such signs here. I'm guessing the other is well patronised too? Some want forums to be their advisor/library - there just to use. Some want the social side that goes with being part of a community. Both are valid, & different forums can reflect different priorities to suit.

Cuppa

Top post mate!! About the best I've heard it said thus far. The library vs community analogy is spot on.
19th February 2011, 08:23 PM
Finly Owner

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cuppa

I'm pretty new here, but have been a regular on other forums, including moderating, for over 7 years. I also take an interest in forum community dynamics. With that background in mind - My first impression of this forum is overwhelmingly one of friendliness & welcome. If I end up buying a Patrol I think this is a place I where I could 'hang out'. I haven't spent much time on the other Patrol forum, only because I have felt my needs have been met here. I guess I might go to the other for info if I couldn't get it here though. If there were insufficient 'room' for both Patrol forums one would be showing signs of withering & dying. I see no such signs here. I'm guessing the other is well patronised too? Some want forums to be their advisor/library - there just to use. Some want the social side that goes with being part of a community. Both are valid, & different forums can reflect different priorities to suit.

Cuppa

I agree mostly, but, once you have posted 25 times here, the library is open for business. And being social forum 25 post can be easy just by welcoming other new members and being cheeky in general banter and afl threads. After all on average 4-5 new members each night.

Just my line of thought.

Tim

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