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nu2-72 · 01-22-2006, 03:47 PM

Several years ago I had an opportunity to help a board member here with some parts overseas. This has continued until today. This past summer, this member and girlfriend came to America and stayed with my family for a few days. This was the first time we had ever spoken or met. My wife and I feel that it has been one of the best experiences of our lives.
The connection was made through this board. Tim Christian and GMC Paul have helped with parts. Many members have helped with techinical information and parts info and location.
I could not have done it without this great group of people.
I also know that some people on here have been burned by others with parts sales and purchases but I would like to say that I have done very well on here and would encourage anyone to make an offer to help others. It may be a risk in some ways but if things go well, it can be the reward of a lifetime.
We now have lifelong friends from around the world.
Thanks to Josh, the mods, the members and the vendors. Maybe the truck hobby can solve world peace.

krue · 01-22-2006, 04:42 PM

shifty · 01-22-2006, 09:06 PM

Cool story. I've met some pretty cool people so far buying, selling and picking up parts for free. I haven't really been burned yet (knock on wood), hope it continues

**Palf70Step** · 01-22-2006, 11:04 PM

I agree. I have made friends with a lot of people thanks to the board. I hope we continue to keep on and grow.

**BOSS** · 01-22-2006, 11:15 PM

after awhile on here alot of you guys are more like family and friends,thank you all!!! Great story!!

Striker169 · 01-23-2006, 12:45 AM

I fully agree I know for a fact I wouldnt be anywhere near where i am today without the help of this board.

edmonton72 · 01-23-2006, 01:25 AM

I would have to say this would probably be the best message board on the web. Everyone gets along and has good advice to give. I would to also like to thank everyone here too.

weasel29gm · 01-23-2006, 05:33 AM

Met some of the best folks I know. Consider a few like brothers, ask anything and they will do their best to help.

roughedup72 · 01-23-2006, 12:45 PM

Yeah I agree, Theres alot of great people on this board, I hope to meet some of you some day.

**Ron 586** · 01-23-2006, 01:59 PM

I don't know how I've missed this site for the last six years but I did. This is my first online family. Since I got here found out that I needed to buy some equipment (digital camera and new printer,scanner,copier) and update some equipment (6 and 8 year old computers) to bump up the enjoyment factor. Thanks to Shifty I have a new computer that has the right options. I freely admit that Computers For Dummies is advanced reading for me. While waiting for my account to be activated I spent a lot of time looking around and found that we are blessed with a lot of people from all walks of life. So we pretty much have a onboard fix for any problem that comes up. Thanks for letting an old man join the modern world. I'll try to stay out of the way while I'm catching up. Ron (Mr Round Tuit)

ChevLoRay · 01-23-2006, 02:32 PM

I have only met one other board member (BillBB72) from Torrance, CA. He and his bride drove through our fair city, and at least we got to refer them to a better motel than the one they had found before they got to town. The next day, we drove them around, looking at properties before they had to leave. Still communicating with them.

I have seen more respect between individuals on this website than on another one that I don't visit any more. The other (non Chevy) website has a bunch of people with bad potty mouth and a general lack of respect for just about anyone else. So, it's nice that this one is so cordial, even after several years of membership. The fact that new people, young people, still find it is good.

Joe67 · 01-23-2006, 02:52 PM

I would have never taken on the restoration of my 67 pickup without this board as a resource

boundstaffpress · 01-23-2006, 03:20 PM

I love having friends that are as knowledgable as this yall. You make driving a broke down old truck a lot of fun instead of a constant headache. Thanks to all of you who have worked and documented so many jobs for the rest of us. I look forward to meeting and getting to know yall a lot better.

Edmond · 01-23-2006, 05:50 PM

I have been very blessed with friends like you. The trip to the US and staying with you has been the best experience. The experience of a life time.
I hope to do it again in the future, we are already saving up for it

Thanks everybody for all the tech-info, I'm still learning every day because of this board!

Cya,
Edmond
Dutch Longhorn

meathead95 · 01-23-2006, 09:05 PM

Amen!

01-22-2006, 03:47 PM	#1
nu2-72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Amazonia, Mo. USA Posts: 2,821	Thanks to the board Several years ago I had an opportunity to help a board member here with some parts overseas. This has continued until today. This past summer, this member and girlfriend came to America and stayed with my family for a few days. This was the first time we had ever spoken or met. My wife and I feel that it has been one of the best experiences of our lives. The connection was made through this board. Tim Christian and GMC Paul have helped with parts. Many members have helped with techinical information and parts info and location. I could not have done it without this great group of people. I also know that some people on here have been burned by others with parts sales and purchases but I would like to say that I have done very well on here and would encourage anyone to make an offer to help others. It may be a risk in some ways but if things go well, it can be the reward of a lifetime. We now have lifelong friends from around the world. Thanks to Josh, the mods, the members and the vendors. Maybe the truck hobby can solve world peace. __________________ 72 3/4 4x4 350 4spd 72 3/4 4x4 350 auto 2004 Duramax Silverado 4x4 2006 Duramax Crew cab 4x4 2010 Harley Ultra Limited 2011 Harley Street Glide

01-22-2006, 04:42 PM	#2
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: Thanks to the board __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

01-22-2006, 09:06 PM	#3
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,373	Re: Thanks to the board Cool story. I've met some pretty cool people so far buying, selling and picking up parts for free. I haven't really been burned yet (knock on wood), hope it continues __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

01-22-2006, 11:04 PM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: Thanks to the board I agree. I have made friends with a lot of people thanks to the board. I hope we continue to keep on and grow. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-22-2006, 11:15 PM	#5
BOSS Just here to help Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Norwood,Mo Posts: 3,890	Re: Thanks to the board after awhile on here alot of you guys are more like family and friends,thank you all!!! Great story!! __________________ Support our site Norwood Survivor

01-23-2006, 12:45 AM	#6
Striker169 Car O'Holic Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin, Tx. Posts: 692	Re: Thanks to the board I fully agree I know for a fact I wouldnt be anywhere near where i am today without the help of this board.

01-23-2006, 01:25 AM	#7
edmonton72 Nothings as cool as my 72 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Edmonton, AB, Kanuckastan Posts: 181	Re: Thanks to the board I would have to say this would probably be the best message board on the web. Everyone gets along and has good advice to give. I would to also like to thank everyone here too. __________________ 1972 C10 Longbox In the middle of body off restoration Rebuilt 355, turbo 400, 3.42 12-bolt Rolling chassis finally done and cab mounted. Now onto sanding, bondo and more sanding.

01-23-2006, 05:33 AM	#8
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,096	Re: Thanks to the board Met some of the best folks I know. Consider a few like brothers, ask anything and they will do their best to help. __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 38YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

01-23-2006, 12:45 PM	#9
roughedup72 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: south carolina Posts: 658	Re: Thanks to the board Yeah I agree, Theres alot of great people on this board, I hope to meet some of you some day. __________________ 1972 chevy cheyenne 10,nothing special at the moment,Its a work in progress, Working on the engine, paint and body,engine, paint and body,now its the suspenion, ahh hell I'm about tired of working on it. Maybe it will be a rat rod.

01-23-2006, 01:59 PM	#10
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Thanks to the board I don't know how I've missed this site for the last six years but I did. This is my first online family. Since I got here found out that I needed to buy some equipment (digital camera and new printer,scanner,copier) and update some equipment (6 and 8 year old computers) to bump up the enjoyment factor. Thanks to Shifty I have a new computer that has the right options. I freely admit that Computers For Dummies is advanced reading for me. While waiting for my account to be activated I spent a lot of time looking around and found that we are blessed with a lot of people from all walks of life. So we pretty much have a onboard fix for any problem that comes up. Thanks for letting an old man join the modern world. I'll try to stay out of the way while I'm catching up. Ron (Mr Round Tuit)

01-23-2006, 02:32 PM	#11
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Thanks to the board I have only met one other board member (BillBB72) from Torrance, CA. He and his bride drove through our fair city, and at least we got to refer them to a better motel than the one they had found before they got to town. The next day, we drove them around, looking at properties before they had to leave. Still communicating with them. I have seen more respect between individuals on this website than on another one that I don't visit any more. The other (non Chevy) website has a bunch of people with bad potty mouth and a general lack of respect for just about anyone else. So, it's nice that this one is so cordial, even after several years of membership. The fact that new people, young people, still find it is good. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

01-23-2006, 02:52 PM	#12
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,733	Re: Thanks to the board I would have never taken on the restoration of my 67 pickup without this board as a resource __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

01-23-2006, 03:20 PM	#13
boundstaffpress Jamie Hyneman is my twin Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: La Junta, Colorado Posts: 705	Re: Thanks to the board I love having friends that are as knowledgable as this yall. You make driving a broke down old truck a lot of fun instead of a constant headache. Thanks to all of you who have worked and documented so many jobs for the rest of us. I look forward to meeting and getting to know yall a lot better. __________________ Justin SOLD 1967 K10 Fleetside, 283, Front and Rear Posi SOLD Color Wiring Diagrams Now in High Resolution V8 and Cab and Cab and Chassis

01-23-2006, 05:50 PM	#14
Edmond Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 1,063	Re: Thanks to the board I have been very blessed with friends like you. The trip to the US and staying with you has been the best experience. The experience of a life time. I hope to do it again in the future, we are already saving up for it Thanks everybody for all the tech-info, I'm still learning every day because of this board! Cya, Edmond Dutch Longhorn __________________ 1971 Chevy C/20 Longhorn, 350/TH400, Edelbrock Performer, IMPCO 425 LPG Carb 1974 Chevy Camaro Z28 (Original) ------------------------- The Netherlands Last edited by Edmond; 01-23-2006 at 06:05 PM.

01-23-2006, 09:05 PM	#15
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	Re: Thanks to the board Amen! __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4



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