Should I stay, or should I go.. - Page 3

Howey · 14th February 2015, 17:19

Now everyone is clear that it is indeed a business and not a club to support it members then many of us can, and will decide if this business is something we want to continue to fund.as it has been said, we don't need to pay a tenner as we can remain in here for free so I think this is the way forward for those of us who don't agree with how this business is being run .

seancar · 14th February 2015, 17:21

Rich mate wake up smell the coffee what you said is true and should work, but and its a big BUT if half the paying members decided to do that do you think this place would still be here. Its been made quite clear by the owner its not a club its a business, and as all businesses run at a loss the get closed down. So I agree with your comments but in the real world it wont ever happen. The time this place is not making a profit it will be the end for the oc.

rich17865 · 14th February 2015, 17:21

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Originally Posted by pab

Well done Rich, a very Intelegent post. Most reassuring.

Which bit do you need reassuring?

Seems a lot of fuss for a tenner.

Mark2000cc · 14th February 2015, 17:21

My view on this, for what it's worth...
You have been a leading contributer to this forum (I won't call it a club) and it would be a sad day for the forum if you left.
I don't see why you cannot continue on the forum in a non paying capacity, just like I will be doing when my subscription runs out.
It all depends on how strongly you feel about the obvious misuse of people's subscription fee. When Christopher first posted about the Spanish dogs, I had to check it wasn't April the 1st. I say this because when I read certain posts about the 'forum' not supporting regional meets and members having to dip into there own pockets, just like I will be doing for the Sherwood meet for signage, Marshalls etc in order to keep the interest and enthusiasm going for these cars. We can all rest in the safe knowledge that a few dogs will be laid on a beach sipping sangria and eating paella. It beggars belief quite frankly, but you know what...? It will not change, so either put up or shut up like we have been told time and time again, it's Christophers business, end of.
I like the forum, but only because of certain members in it, the way things are run and the lack of interest in preserving the interest in these cars has convinced me never to pay my subs again.

Zafonic · 14th February 2015, 17:22

Paul, you underestimate the power off the dark side and the legendary spanish dog barbecues

rich17865 · 14th February 2015, 17:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by seancar

Rich mate wake up smell the coffee what you said is true and should work, but and its a big BUT if half the paying members decided to do that do you think this place would still be here. Its been made quite clear by the owner its not a club its a business, and as all businesses run at a loss the get closed down. So I agree with your comments but in the real world it wont ever happen. The time this place is not making a profit it will be the end for the oc.

If the owner is making charitable donations, I suspect the end is not in sight just yet.

sjc · 14th February 2015, 17:22

I have to say, ,whether it goes on dogs,charity, insurance, running the site, buying West Ham another striker,the Wheeltappers and shunters Social club or the Tooting Popular Front,based on what I get out of the club it's the best 3 pence a day I'll ever spend.
And PAB,I know you contribute a lot more in help than what you get out,but other than saving a tenner,what have you got to gain by not renewing?

pab · 14th February 2015, 17:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by rich17865

Which bit do you need reassuring?

Seems a lot of fuss for a tenner.

Good lad, somewhere along the line you are missing the point.

DMGRS · 14th February 2015, 17:26

Well I for one would miss you if you went - we've had some good discussions in the past. I vote stay, either paid or not.

Personally, I was always happy to pay (was a 'red' before being a trader) as I've had so much help on here. I'm not too fussed where the money goes, really - I'm just grateful for the advice given, and of course from the support of members in the running of the Shop.

championdaddy · 14th February 2015, 17:28

PAb...........I am also torn......pay or not pay.
But I will stay whatever I choose.
You have FAR more knowledge than me and I for one would say stay !
Your choice is whether to keep your £10 or not.
whatever you decide................STAY !!!!

14th February 2015, 17:21	#24
Mark2000cc This is my second home MG ZT CDTI Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Sutton in ashfield Posts: 6,751 Thanks: 1,017 Thanked 699 Times in 501 Posts	My view on this, for what it's worth... You have been a leading contributer to this forum (I won't call it a club) and it would be a sad day for the forum if you left. I don't see why you cannot continue on the forum in a non paying capacity, just like I will be doing when my subscription runs out. It all depends on how strongly you feel about the obvious misuse of people's subscription fee. When Christopher first posted about the Spanish dogs, I had to check it wasn't April the 1st. I say this because when I read certain posts about the 'forum' not supporting regional meets and members having to dip into there own pockets, just like I will be doing for the Sherwood meet for signage, Marshalls etc in order to keep the interest and enthusiasm going for these cars. We can all rest in the safe knowledge that a few dogs will be laid on a beach sipping sangria and eating paella. It beggars belief quite frankly, but you know what...? It will not change, so either put up or shut up like we have been told time and time again, it's Christophers business, end of. I like the forum, but only because of certain members in it, the way things are run and the lack of interest in preserving the interest in these cars has convinced me never to pay my subs again. __________________ http://i1151.photobucket.com/albums/...b595c11ba6.jpgStill going strong!

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sjc Posted a thing or two MG ZT-T 180 Sports +, 2007 completely restored XJ 4.2 LWB Sovereign,Noble M400,LR Discovery 3 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Little Baddow Posts: 1,315 Thanks: 65 Thanked 148 Times in 70 Posts	I have to say, ,whether it goes on dogs,charity, insurance, running the site, buying West Ham another striker,the Wheeltappers and shunters Social club or the Tooting Popular Front,based on what I get out of the club it's the best 3 pence a day I'll ever spend. And PAB,I know you contribute a lot more in help than what you get out,but other than saving a tenner,what have you got to gain by not renewing? __________________ The 75... " It's lovely isn't it ? Makes you wonder why people are obsessed with modern rubbish". Tiff Needell Last edited by sjc; 14th February 2015 at 17:26..

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14th February 2015, 17:19	#21
Howey Banned MG ZT-T 160 cdti Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Welwyn Garden City Posts: 1,035 Thanks: 97 Thanked 98 Times in 82 Posts	Now everyone is clear that it is indeed a business and not a club to support it members then many of us can, and will decide if this business is something we want to continue to fund.as it has been said, we don't need to pay a tenner as we can remain in here for free so I think this is the way forward for those of us who don't agree with how this business is being run .

14th February 2015, 17:21	#22
seancar Banned 75 tourer and t4 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bexhill on sea Posts: 4,428 Thanks: 278 Thanked 731 Times in 350 Posts	Rich mate wake up smell the coffee what you said is true and should work, but and its a big BUT if half the paying members decided to do that do you think this place would still be here. Its been made quite clear by the owner its not a club its a business, and as all businesses run at a loss the get closed down. So I agree with your comments but in the real world it wont ever happen. The time this place is not making a profit it will be the end for the oc.

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Zafonic Banned Rover 75 Conni cdt 160 Join Date: May 2012 Location: CHESTERFIELD Posts: 1,691 Thanks: 310 Thanked 110 Times in 90 Posts	Paul, you underestimate the power off the dark side and the legendary spanish dog barbecues

14th February 2015, 17:28	#30
championdaddy This is my second home Mg Zt 190 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: The FIRST Garden City....Letchworth. Posts: 6,778 Thanks: 1,243 Thanked 920 Times in 698 Posts	PAb...........I am also torn......pay or not pay. But I will stay whatever I choose. You have FAR more knowledge than me and I for one would say stay ! Your choice is whether to keep your £10 or not. whatever you decide................STAY !!!!