The Ford Barn

tubman · 07-05-2015, 08:38 PM

Mods. Can anybody clarify what's going on here? Like I said, I have looked at about everything FrankWest has posted, and I don't see anything offensive. This whole process casts a chill over the board (at least for me).

Bluebell; thanks for the explanation, it helps a lot!

estout81 · 07-05-2015, 08:51 PM

tubman,
I agree and would like to know the rules! Can't seem to find the "do's & don't s.

CC33 · 07-05-2015, 09:17 PM

"No soup for you"!

Y-Blockhead · 07-05-2015, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tubman

Mods. Can anybody clarify what's going on here? Like I said, I have looked at about everything FrankWest has posted, and I don't see anything offensive. This whole process casts a chill over the board (at least for me).

If FrankWest posted an offensive post and got banned because of it, that post would have been removed also, so you wouldn't see it.

That's what happened to a guy on the Model A forum when he asked a question about a guy that decided to not visit anymore because of the naysayers.

tubman · 07-05-2015, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Y-Blockhead

If FrankWest posted an offensive post and got banned because of it, that post would have been removed also, so you wouldn't see it.

That's what happened to a guy on the Model A forum when he asked a question about a guy that decided to not visit anymore because of the naysayers.

Great! Secrecy is wonderful; all that a lot of us would like to know is what really happened.

estout81 · 07-05-2015, 09:34 PM

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tubman,
AMEN!

JSeery · 07-05-2015, 09:45 PM

Forum Rules (bottom of the page).

estout81 · 07-05-2015, 09:55 PM

I saw that. Doesn't say much.

JSeery · 07-05-2015, 09:56 PM

"By agreeing to these rules, you warrant that you will not post any messages that are obscene, vulgar, sexually-oriented, hateful, threatening, or otherwise violative of any laws."

"The owners of The Ford Barn reserve the right to remove, edit, move or close any thread for any reason."

estout81 · 07-05-2015, 10:02 PM

What did Frank West saw?

tubman · 07-05-2015, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSeery

"By agreeing to these rules, you warrant that you will not post any messages that are obscene, vulgar, sexually-oriented, hateful, threatening, or otherwise violative of any laws."

"The owners of The Ford Barn reserve the right to remove, edit, move or close any thread for any reason."

I quite agree with the first paragraph; the second? Not so much.

Ross F-1 · 07-05-2015, 10:22 PM

Mods don't usually read every thread from what I've seen, so someone must have flagged his post?

VeryTangled · 07-05-2015, 10:23 PM

The Ford Barn Rules
Although the administrators and moderators of The Ford Barn will attempt to keep all objectionable messages off this forum, it is impossible for us to review all messages. All messages express the views of the author, and neither the owners of The Ford Barn, nor Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd. (developers of vBulletin) will be held responsible for the content of any message.
By agreeing to these rules, you warrant that you will not post any messages that are obscene, vulgar, sexually-oriented, hateful, threatening, or otherwise violative of any laws.
The owners of The Ford Barn reserve the right to remove, edit, move or close any thread for any reason.

Quoting there; Not my words. My name is below because it's a cut/patste from me.

Me still... Man I guess I didn't think far enough ahead to see this would spin out of control! Will try to be a better member of the FordBarn Forums.

ford38v8 · 07-05-2015, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tubman

I quite agree with the first paragraph; the second? Not so much.

The Fordbarn is not a democracy. We don't have a stake in it, we don't participate in running it, and we don't have a say in what the rules will be. i think Ryan is doing a fine job in spite of suggestions from the peanut gallery.

VeryTangled · 07-05-2015, 10:39 PM

Hi Everyone, Just sayin' we don't ever know the story that the moderators know. If compaints or violations are regarding Private Messages, it can easily happen out of public 'sight.' Just one of many examples. So don't think we ever know the whole story.

As for the question about one's native language, I am often close enough to DC to where I interact with folks from the world as a whole and encounter non-native English speakers constantly. I actually find it very refreshing to hear such interesting life stories and accents. (BTW I have said "Nobody thinks THEY have an accent, it's everyone else that talks funny.") It is not offensive in my opinion to inquire about one's native language.

I thought the statements by Doctor's Ford were very genuine. And if they were expressed by a non-native English speaker (EDIT: writer?), then they were doubly effective at delivering the message.

FlatheadTed · 07-05-2015, 10:52 PM

When Frank started his posts there were people here who were patient and worked with him until he got a result ,its a credit to David G and others, Ted1

VeryTangled · 07-05-2015, 11:10 PM

Hi Everyone, FlatheadTed, you're right there!

I'd bet if we only knew 1/10th of what DavidG has done for our hobby, we'd be floored! And I'm saying that as one who does not know.

One of the guys I always read carefully.

DavidG was especially helpful with and knowledgeable about with FrankWest's very unique vehicle! I don't have anything like FW's, but enjoyed learning about the differences.

DavidG · 07-05-2015, 11:34 PM

Thank you for the compliments.

I have no idea what's up in this situation with Frank West (I have a sense that may not be his real name) as his frequent PMs (none of which anyone would take offense at) and e-mail notes have dried up as well.

Whatever the circumstances, I wish him well and a quick return to this venue.

JM 35 Sedan · 07-06-2015, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VeryTangled

Hi Everyone, FlatheadTed, you're right there!

I'd bet if we only knew 1/10th of what DavidG has done for our hobby, we'd be floored! And I'm saying that as one who does not know.

One of the guys I always read carefully.

DavidG was especially helpful with and knowledgeable about with FrankWest's very unique vehicle! I don't have anything like FW's, but enjoyed learning about the differences.

Jeff, you are right on....DavidG has an encredible wealth of knowledge on these early Fords and is a tremendous asset to this forum. I make sure I read all of his posts. He also had the patience of a saint when helping Frank with some of the questions he was posting here.
Quite honestly, with some of Franks early posts, I was concerned about his safety when getting under his car with jack stands placed in what seemed to me to be the wrong locations. I think with the help he got from DavidG and a few other members here, Frank got his car running again and back on the road.
If Frank is perminately banned from this forum, I wish him well and lots of good times driving his early Ford.

ps...everone needs to keep in mind that we are all just guests here, like being in someone else's home, we should respect that privilege.

Vic Piano · 07-06-2015, 08:47 AM

Hi Hoop, I just perused this thread because, as you said, it keeps showing up at the top...

I have a request, as a part of your thread you said, "Maybe Ryan should change the name of the site to the CARdashians." I'd like to use your phrase, CARdashians, I got a kick out of that!

07-05-2015, 08:38 PM	#41
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,321	Re: FrankWest is gone? Mods. Can anybody clarify what's going on here? Like I said, I have looked at about everything FrankWest has posted, and I don't see anything offensive. This whole process casts a chill over the board (at least for me). Bluebell; thanks for the explanation, it helps a lot!

07-05-2015, 08:51 PM	#42
estout81 BANNED Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Utica, Ohio Posts: 522	Re: FrankWest is gone? tubman, I agree and would like to know the rules! Can't seem to find the "do's & don't s.

07-05-2015, 09:17 PM	#43
CC33 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 465	Re: FrankWest is gone? "No soup for you"!

07-05-2015, 09:34 PM	#46
estout81 BANNED Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Utica, Ohio Posts: 522	Re: FrankWest is gone? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) tubman, AMEN!

07-05-2015, 09:45 PM	#47
JSeery Member Emeritus Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 16,132	Re: FrankWest is gone? Forum Rules (bottom of the page).

07-05-2015, 09:55 PM	#48
estout81 BANNED Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Utica, Ohio Posts: 522	Re: FrankWest is gone? I saw that. Doesn't say much.

07-05-2015, 09:56 PM	#49
JSeery Member Emeritus Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 16,132	Re: FrankWest is gone? "By agreeing to these rules, you warrant that you will not post any messages that are obscene, vulgar, sexually-oriented, hateful, threatening, or otherwise violative of any laws." "The owners of The Ford Barn reserve the right to remove, edit, move or close any thread for any reason."

07-05-2015, 10:02 PM	#50
estout81 BANNED Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Utica, Ohio Posts: 522	Re: FrankWest is gone? What did Frank West saw?

07-05-2015, 10:22 PM	#52
Ross F-1 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NM Posts: 2,438	Re: FrankWest is gone? Mods don't usually read every thread from what I've seen, so someone must have flagged his post? __________________ '52 F-1, EAB flathead

07-05-2015, 10:23 PM	#53
VeryTangled Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: (Not far enough...) Outside of DC Posts: 3,387	Re: FrankWest is gone? The Ford Barn Rules Although the administrators and moderators of The Ford Barn will attempt to keep all objectionable messages off this forum, it is impossible for us to review all messages. All messages express the views of the author, and neither the owners of The Ford Barn, nor Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd. (developers of vBulletin) will be held responsible for the content of any message. By agreeing to these rules, you warrant that you will not post any messages that are obscene, vulgar, sexually-oriented, hateful, threatening, or otherwise violative of any laws. The owners of The Ford Barn reserve the right to remove, edit, move or close any thread for any reason. Quoting there; Not my words. My name is below because it's a cut/patste from me. Me still... Man I guess I didn't think far enough ahead to see this would spin out of control! Will try to be a better member of the FordBarn Forums. __________________ -Jeff H Have you thought about supporting the Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum?

07-05-2015, 10:39 PM	#55
VeryTangled Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: (Not far enough...) Outside of DC Posts: 3,387	Re: FrankWest is gone? Hi Everyone, Just sayin' we don't ever know the story that the moderators know. If compaints or violations are regarding Private Messages, it can easily happen out of public 'sight.' Just one of many examples. So don't think we ever know the whole story. As for the question about one's native language, I am often close enough to DC to where I interact with folks from the world as a whole and encounter non-native English speakers constantly. I actually find it very refreshing to hear such interesting life stories and accents. (BTW I have said "Nobody thinks THEY have an accent, it's everyone else that talks funny.") It is not offensive in my opinion to inquire about one's native language. I thought the statements by Doctor's Ford were very genuine. And if they were expressed by a non-native English speaker (EDIT: writer?), then they were doubly effective at delivering the message. __________________ -Jeff H Have you thought about supporting the Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum?

07-05-2015, 10:52 PM	#56
FlatheadTed Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Auckland Posts: 4,705	Re: FrankWest is gone? When Frank started his posts there were people here who were patient and worked with him until he got a result ,its a credit to David G and others, Ted1 __________________ http://www.flatheadted.com Flathead Ted brake Floaters ,

07-05-2015, 11:10 PM	#57
VeryTangled Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: (Not far enough...) Outside of DC Posts: 3,387	Re: FrankWest is gone? Hi Everyone, FlatheadTed, you're right there! I'd bet if we only knew 1/10th of what DavidG has done for our hobby, we'd be floored! And I'm saying that as one who does not know. One of the guys I always read carefully. DavidG was especially helpful with and knowledgeable about with FrankWest's very unique vehicle! I don't have anything like FW's, but enjoyed learning about the differences. __________________ -Jeff H Have you thought about supporting the Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum?

07-05-2015, 11:34 PM	#58
DavidG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: southeastern Michigan Posts: 10,104	Re: FrankWest is gone? Thank you for the compliments. I have no idea what's up in this situation with Frank West (I have a sense that may not be his real name) as his frequent PMs (none of which anyone would take offense at) and e-mail notes have dried up as well. Whatever the circumstances, I wish him well and a quick return to this venue.

07-06-2015, 08:47 AM	#60
Vic Piano Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Odessa, FL Posts: 7,611	Re: FrankWest is gone? Hi Hoop, I just perused this thread because, as you said, it keeps showing up at the top... I have a request, as a part of your thread you said, "Maybe Ryan should change the name of the site to the CARdashians." I'd like to use your phrase, CARdashians, I got a kick out of that! __________________ Imagination is more important than knowledge.