Re: A little disappointed

Posted by BH On 2008/5/31 12:00:14

packprince -

Sharing info is one thing, but what happened in the other thread had little to do with how people spend their money. I'm not surprised that you didn't get good reception at the Ford site, either.

Although a wise schoolteacher once told me that "it takes two to tango", the fact is, you "caught guff" in that other thread because you gave "guff", and you pretty much drove things downhill from there. A situation like this that occured in another forum years ago was aptly likened to a dick-waving contest. I can't speak for others, but that's a pretty big turn-off for me.

I celebrate the Packards for what they are. Others may do with their cars as they please, but they have no right to rub anyone's nose in it or to expect anyone to lavish praise on them.

As for how one spends their money in this hobby, a wise owner will try to do as much quality work as they are able to do themselves - so long as they do no harm to themselves, others, or the car. The money saved can then be put toward those things that they cannot do themselves, but must sublet to more expereinced hands. I'm sure you recognize this same approach being referred to as "sweat equity" in home improvment circles.

Feel free to stick around post news of your Packard projects, but understand that not everyone will agree with your work. You should also expect questions from others who are wanting to make sure you are legit and not just another poser in the hobby.