Forum Courtesy

[brain55]

This is also why I don't respond to a first post. I know from experience that if the answer they wanted to hear wasn't posted in the first 5 minutes, they'll never be back. I will occasionally answer them if it can be done with 1 or 2 sentences.

The phenomenon of not enough information is not limited to discussion boards. It happens to me all of the time. Just recently I received a call from one of my regular customers about a sub-compact track-loader not starting. "We turn the key to start but nothing happens". So I head out thinking I was going to see an electrical problem. Sure enough it wouldn't crank over. What they left out though was the machine had rolled over 4 times down a hill. The reason it wouldn't crank over was that the cylinders were filled with oil. The air filters were also completely oil soaked. Since I was expecting an electrical problem I didn't bother to make sure I had filters with me.

Brian

 

[Rock knocker]

I have always been disappointed with the fighting and personel attacks on opinions and information posted in this forum. Very early on I responded to a thread stating this very problem. I stated in that thread that we were all here trying to help each other and the bickering and back stabbing is destroying the forum. People are obviously leaving and we are losing valuable experience because certain people have "attitutes". I have witnessed numerous outright verbal attacks on what is posted. Unfortunately some information posted are peoples opinions and personal experiences and not one coming from a trained professional in the field of discussion. The problem continues and is getting worse.

I am getting disappointed in some of the first time posters that ask a question and they get several answers, some requiring very detailed investigation and containing very long explanations. The OP sometimes never ever even checks for answers to their questions or replys back with a thankyou or answers if or not the information helped solved their problem.

I have been personally attacked and questioned as to my backround experience when I replied to a thread.

This is the internet, and you can't have a thin skin. It would be nice if you stayed, but if you have to go, so be it.

I think this must be the thread that has you so upset: http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/hydraulics/307318-control-valve-confusion-2.html

Kind of weird on both parties part. First the OP says that he is correct about something, then you throw up your hands, proclaiming to him "this is the last you'll hear of me". Both of you seem to be drama queens, just like this post, where you are making yourself the center of attention over a non-slight by some cranky old goat.

That's life, get over it.

 

[rsallen]

This is also why I don't respond to a first post. I know from experience that if the answer they wanted to hear wasn't posted in the first 5 minutes, they'll never be back. I will occasionally answer them if it can be done with 1 or 2 sentences.

The phenomenon of not enough information is not limited to discussion boards. It happens to me all of the time. Just recently I received a call from one of my regular customers about a sub-compact track-loader not starting. "We turn the key to start but nothing happens". So I head out thinking I was going to see an electrical problem. Sure enough it wouldn't crank over. What they left out though was the machine had rolled over 4 times down a hill. The reason it wouldn't crank over was that the cylinders were filled with oil. The air filters were also completely oil soaked. Since I was expecting an electrical problem I didn't bother to make sure I had filters with me.

Brian

Too funny Brian.
I can see it now.
After quitting the shop, packing up tools and 30 or 45 minute drive..........then after arriving "oh by the way we wrecked it before the problem started."
Hahahahahahahaha!
Too funny

 

[ovrszd]

I'm not dogpiling here Sam. Just an observation. I think you should have typed the opening post in this thread, read thru it a couple times, then deleted it and moved on. I've lost track of the number of times I've done that. Tends to minimize the confrontations and hurt feelings.

When I post what I think is valuable information or answers to a problem/question I expect nothing in return. Minimizes the anxiety. Might give someone assistance that never responds, if so, that's great, if not, that's great too.

Another thing that really turns me off is when someone says "I'm out" or "I'm leaving" or "Over and out" or whatever. If a poster is done, just be done. No one needs the drama of threatening to leave. Just loses credibility for that poster.

I value every member on TBN. But I fully understand that if I vanished from this site today, I would rarely be spoken of or missed and after 6 months few would remember my name.

 

[brain55]

Too funny Brian.
I can see it now.
After quitting the shop, packing up tools and 30 or 45 minute drive..........then after arriving "oh by the way we wrecked it before the problem started."
Hahahahahahahaha!
Too funny

I didn't even get the "oh by the way" I deduced it on my own from the imprints in the side of the hill and the hydraulic oil on the ground. When I called the foreman to tell him it was fixed and let him know what happened, he told me he had just found out from his guys. Then a few days later I was in their office and the owner asked if it was fixed and what had happened. Let's just say I'm glad I wasn't the one getting that call from him.

Brian

 

[MoKelly]

Just my 2 cents.

I think it is a very good skill in life to learn to simply ignore comments on these type of forums that are not nice. Just try to be helpful and if it doesn't work out, well, just move on and try to help the next guy.

Its like I tell my sons (2 teenagers who can get bent out of shape by others comments), never let someone else's words control your life or make you do something you otherwise wouldn't do.

It is certainly easier to ignore these type of people on an internet forum than in real life.

Don't let others control what you want to enjoy or your desire to help others who may be in a bind.

MoKelly

 

[Pixguy]

Just my 2 cents.

I think it is a very good skill in life to learn to simply ignore comments on these type of forums that are not nice. Just try to be helpful and if it doesn't work out, well, just move on and try to help the next guy.

Its like I tell my sons (2 teenagers who can get bent out of shape by others comments), never let someone else's words control your life or make you do something you otherwise wouldn't do.

It is certainly easier to ignore these type of people on an internet forum than in real life.

Don't let others control what you want to enjoy or your desire to help others who may be in a bind.

MoKelly

Great advise that I tried to teach my kids as well. It's not always easy but good stuff, thanks!

 

[Rock knocker]

I don't even know why one would even care what Elder Massey says, he isn't right in the head

 

[CosperTractor]

Some forum rules and volunteer moderators are a must for any message board.
It looks like there are plenty of good guys and gals who are core members who would be happy to help out I would dare to guess.

Donald

 

[brain55]

Could you restrict your animosity to the Friendly Politics forum? Most of us are here to help, learn, or simply have a good time. Posts like this are really becoming a drag...

Agreed, there's a reason I unsubscribed from the "friendly" politics forum.

Brian