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[Roadster62]

I still don't understand the big push to FaceBook everything. If I can click on the Lehigh Valley Model A website from here why would I want to go through a second step and click on FaceBook then the Lehigh Valley page? If I want a roll of Duct Tape and can get it at Home Depot I go there, I don't walk past the Duct Tape display in Home Depot throught the lot and into Lowes buy a roll of tape there then follow the same route back home.

[QGolden]

Originally Posted by Roadster62

I still don't understand the big push to FaceBook everything. If I can click on the Lehigh Valley Model A website from here why would I want to go through a second step and click on FaceBook then the Lehigh Valley page? If I want a roll of Duct Tape and can get it at Home Depot I go there, I don't walk past the Duct Tape display in Home Depot throught the lot and into Lowes buy a roll of tape there then follow the same route back home.

That is a good analogy, but a little off the mark. It is not just about the Lehigh page. If it were (and it is in your world) then you are right.

You need to understand that Folks, Clubs, and Groups that use Facebook have access to a larger audience. Individuals have access to more information in one place. If i was a member of the Lehigh Model A Facebook page, I would see (all on one page! ) new input from Lehigh Club Folks at the same time that I look for updates from my Kids on the other coast, and at the same time see if my old Army Buddy's Wife got her last round of Chemotherapy yet in Germany. And my nephew on that Nuke Sub, has he reached Japan yet or is he still off the coast of Korea?
All this on one News Feed page.

[Roadster62]

QGolden, WHY in the world would I want to look at the above page you just mentioned and real about uncle George having a bowel movenent or whatever? Sounds like way more info than the "adverage" person needs to know.

[amdriven2liv]

Originally Posted by Roadster62

QGolden, WHY in the world would I want to look at the above page you just mentioned and real about uncle George having a bowel movenent or whatever? Sounds like way more info than the "adverage" person needs to know.

You only see what you want to see. Facebook is a great way to see what your family is doing. And, you don't see what all of their friends are doing.

We capture pictures and videos of the Grandson we watch 4 days a week. All of our family gets to see them instantly if they want. Mainly on their smart phones.

We get pictures of all the kids and grandkids all week long. And, a lot of them are moments that we would miss otherwise.

Then, each of us have our own "facebook pages" we "like". Our interests and hobbies. Yes, that Model A page I posted does put a lot of pictures up. But the fewer times you click on a page, the less facebook posts them to your page.

The one thing you need to know about facebook, DON'T collect friends for the sake of having more. Keep your facebook set to friends only.

Like the old saying goes, "A picture is worth a thousand words" And my wife and I must have a few million now!

And I know, that in the next few months, we will see a video, within minutes, of our Great Grandson take his first steps. He lives in Mexico. Whether I see it here at home on my laptop, or on my phone where ever I am.

Next up, "youtube" accounts! LOL

More Ford Barn folks could be doing things like this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwirH...=TLqWqWpijsRvg

[QGolden]

Originally Posted by Roadster62

QGolden, WHY in the world would I want to look at the above page you just mentioned and real about uncle George having a bowel movenent or whatever? Sounds like way more info than the "adverage" person needs to know.

Well, obviously then it is not for you, and you should probably not be involved with it. Lots of thing are not for me either, but I just avoid them.

For me it is important to know what SELECT friends and family are up to. When my old Army Buddy posts that "Guys, Amie is gonna' be OK", then all of us that know her, and what their struggles they have been through, are aware, at the same time, that better roads await her, that is important to me. A dozen of us can all chime in and send them a warm message, and be glad for them.

When My Kids can post a quick, "Hey Dad, how are you today?" it is important to me. I hear from them more often 'cause they are posting to their friends at the same time, and I am making an effort to spend a part of my time in their world. Doesn't seem to me like too much effort on my part for a good payback.

Iffn' my Nephew is in a War Zone, moving SEAL's around, or in Japan on R&R that is important to me. I get a little relief when I hear that he is OK, since he is also with someone else important to me who does things that cannot be spoken about. If I see my Nephew Post I know that others are still OK. They deploy on Subs and disappear for 4 to 6 months at a time.

One post from any them notifies all of their friends and family at the same time that they are OK, and that is important to me. 'Cause it is not all about me.

As for Uncle George, if he is posting things such as Bowel Movements, I don't want to hear from him either. But then again, he would not be one of my friends, and I would never hear about him, or his bowel movements.

Just 'cause it is new (in my lifetime) does not mean it is bad. It is progress.

[SDJason]

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Roadster62 - I'm not sure what sort of point you're trying to prove, other than that:
1) You vehemently dislike FaceBook
and
2) You have never been on FaceBook

It's a resource, like any other - it has pluses and minuses, also like any other resource. It's also the expected/preferred/given way to reach out to folks who are in their 30s and younger. If the Model A community doesn't want to see their cherished autos all turned into ratrods a few decades from now, guess what - that means engaging with younger folks who can become the next generation of Model A owners. One of those ways is to have a presence on FaceBook. Just because others are on there, YOU don't have to be, but likewise - don't start complaining when you notice that others ARE on FaceBook...

[Roadster62]

I still send emails to family and friends, see no reason to change that.

[CarlG]

The FountainHead Museum (Fairbanks, Alaska) has a Facebook page. I was pleased to see a group of the Alaskan A's shown in a video that was taken there summer 2012. On Facebook, they were advertising the upcoming Summer Solstace car show this coming June. My rig is the '31 pickup (with green wheels) that follows the '29 Blue Tudor, followed by the '31 Yellow Cab. Most of these cars in the "parade" made the trip from Anchorage to Fairbanks (400 Miles) for this event. We are planning on doing it again summer 2014.

[bart78]

A good thing about Facebook. Is if you don't like what your hearing from someone. You can defriend them. A lot of good info on there. And I can communicate with some guys in afganistan and a few other places real easy.

[OHV DeLuxe]

Forums like this and Facebook are both great ways of getting new vehicle related friends and to keep in touch with friends all over the world. To me that is easier on Facebook in one way and that is mostly why i`m there. My car friends in the States, Sweden other places in Norway etc seems a bit more close through that medium, its easier to sell stuff there and also to brag about the latest find
But Fordbarn is much more pure car interest and a great source for technical discussion and very interesting learning.
Even though MAFCA and other interest groups have joined Facebook, i don`t think it will replace forums like this for quite some time.

[Jim/GA]

Originally Posted by OHV DeLuxe

Forums like this and Facebook are both great ways of getting new vehicle related friends and to keep in touch with friends all over the world. To me that is easier on Facebook in one way and that is mostly why i`m there. My car friends in the States, Sweden other places in Norway etc seems a bit more close through that medium, its easier to sell stuff there and also to brag about the latest find
But Fordbarn is much more pure car interest and a great source for technical discussion and very interesting learning.
Even though MAFCA and other interest groups have joined Facebook, i don`t think it will replace forums like this for quite some time.

I agree.

And it does not have to be a "one or the other, take it or leave it" situation, either. Everyone can choose the form of communication that they prefer.

We are seeing a transition to more use of things like Facebook, especially in the younger generation (plus some us us older guys who like to embrace new stuff). There is no reason to be threatened by it. And, on the other hand, there is no reason to feel forced to join in if you don't want to.

It is similar to the transition from "land line" telephones at home to cell phones. Many people have both. Some people do not have a cell phone, they feel they don't need one. Many of the younger generation have only a cell phone and feel no need for a "land line" at home. All three groups of people can peacefully co-exist and communicate.

If we are going to attract and keep new, younger folks, we need to use the communications medium that they use. That does not mean we have to stop using the medium we have traditionally used. We can co-exist.

[txturbo]

Originally Posted by Jim/TX/GA

I agree.

And it does not have to be a "one or the other, take it or leave it" situation, either. Everyone can choose the form of communication that they prefer.

We are seeing a transition to more use of things like Facebook, especially in the younger generation (plus some us us older guys who like to embrace new stuff). There is no reason to be threatened by it. And, on the other hand, there is no reason to feel forced to join in if you don't want to.

It is similar to the transition from "land line" telephones at home to cell phones. Many people have both. Some people do not have a cell phone, they feel they don't need one. Many of the younger generation have only a cell phone and feel no need for a "land line" at home. All three groups of people can peacefully co-exist and communicate.

If we are going to attract and keep new, younger folks, we need to use the communications medium that they use. that does not mean we have to stop using the medium we have traditionally used. We can co-exist.

Hey Jim......who answers the email for the GHMARC? I sent an email on The 4th of this month and haven't received a response yet....

[Jim/GA]

Originally Posted by txturbo

Hey Jim......who answers the email for the GHMARC? I sent an email on The 4th of this month and haven't received a response yet....

I know who used to do it. I will check with him and see what's up.

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

Opinion frum a Dog: Me & Ol' Bill do well without FACEBOOK! I kin see his FACE & he kin see my FACE. We're GOOD with that! Buster T.

[Elcastor]

Bill,

You need to join Facebook, so I can see your face!

Just kidding!!

[Ken Ehrenhofer]

I am involved in the MARC Face Book frequently and have been very impressed with all of the friends we have made in South America and in Europe and I find they are just like us. Looking for parts and want to talk about the tours and picnics and fun things we all do all over the world. I now have new friends in Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Sweden and Norway.
I can assure you we have not had any problems with FB since our introduction and have enjoyed all the photos from all over the world. I think all of us should at least look into FB and see if it is for you......Actually it is for all of us World wide,
Ken
And I can click on translate to read the articles in a different language.

[txturbo]

Thanks.....I was going to try and stop by the next meeting since it's not to far from me.

[Ted Duke]

I know this has been beat to death, but my 2 cents worth. ONE comment only.

Whatever you think of FACEBOOK - keep in mind that the younger generationS (intentional capital S) are there and any Model A presence or any other antique car presence will only help keep the hobby alive. Might get a few kids away from their computers.

[QGolden]

Originally Posted by Ted Duke

I know this has been beat to death, but my 2 cents worth. ONE comment only.

Whatever you think of FACEBOOK - keep in mind that the younger generationS (intentional capital S) are there and any Model A presence or any other antique car presence will only help keep the hobby alive. Might get a few kids away from their computers.

Yup, well said, do not complain if the younger generation(s) do not take interest in what you are interested in if you make no effort to show any interest in them, and if you choose to shun their preferred method of communication.

[txturbo]

I agree....even if you only catch one kids attention it's worth it.