Everyone needs to b e able to express their opinion
I think that it is how this forum is run.
I have been on other forums (mustangs, computers, etc.,) and once flames are thrown and no one moderates or stops it, then it becomes the standard and is considered okay. I wouldn't stay on the forum if it was that way. And of course it isn't. I think the majority of people can express their views in a polite (usually ) manner and get their point across. I expect and want everyone to feel they can give their opinion and wouldn't want a forum that was too cushy feely. I mean everyone should express their views, good or bad, it is when they express them in a belligerent and nasty tone that it is maddening.
I've had off line discussion with folks that feel that sometimes the forum gets onto someone, but if all views aren't expressed than what good is a forum? I really want the new guys and gals to feel they can come back, but if they are looking for a $3,000 feedback about their beatup hand me down, then they need to be told that it is probably not worth much. It is how we do it, that is important.
Overall I am pleased when I see conflicting views, how else can we learn?
Ed
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