4WD forum / Explorer Oz site.

ummm - there is moderation of this site, so if something is out of order tell the moderators and owners.

While you're there sign up too...

My My,

Had a bad day have we? I've been a member of this EO group for nearly 12 months and yes, at times, words are said that can be taken a number of ways. However in all the times I have viewed the forum I don't think I've ever seen any "abuse" - particularly amongst members. Yes, the friends on this group certainly take the p%$#s out of each other but the Moderator has not seen any harm and has therefore not intervened.

And whilst I don't know any members personally they still treat me as a human being (when I'm really a Martian hehe)
Have another Friday drink and chill yourself

Cheers

96 GXL 80
I know where your heading, I seen the posts yesterday, this is a 4x4 Forum , I think we can all tolerate a small amount of politics just like the funny Friday , Yes we live in democratic country where we have the right to say what we like ....unfortunately sometimes but that's the way it is , But when someone comes on here or anywhere else for that matter and blame the Prime Minister of this Country for the death of an Australian Soldier then I believe the line has been crossed , And I must add I don't care who is Prime Minister, Howard,Rudd Costello or Bud Abbott he should be given the respect he deserves ,
Your comments yesterday was a slur against all the Brave Soldiers who gave their lives in previous wars so you can have your rights to shoot your mouth off , So we can have the right to use the the Internet as we are now and have freedom of speech, I am not going to call you names etc , just ask that you be an Aussie and not an Ar$ehole. Join in here with sensible answers and posts with a bit fun thrown in here and there ,

Doug

Lets all drive Toyota's
Lets all have Engels
Lets all use Cooper tires
Lets all use the same batteries and battery set up

Then we will all be happy.

G'day 96 GXL 80 series,

Welcome to the ExploroZ forum.

Yes - Some of the stuff is robust to coin the phrase but most (the banter) if not all is in jest and should be treated that way.

The information that is available to non members like yourself should be regarded as a bonus .. yes I am a paid up member for the next 2 years...and yes they've had a go at me as well but by crikey I have learnt a lot from these people all over the country.

If you are having difficulty with that spare a thought for all of those who use this site and ask them their views on your subject matter. It is after all the biggest and the best of its kind.

The owners of this site do a magic job in keeping the decorum within acceptable limits. Yes some comments are over the top at times but your comments could also be seen that way as well.

You have had your say and that is what this country is about so next time you have a bit of a go at all us disfunctionals like me spare a thought for those people who advise and help all those people out there who ask for help (with info regarding what the site is for) on this site.

Unfortunately I only own a 96, 80 series DX so I guess I am behind the 8 ball immediately. Watch the Troll owners come out of their caves...LOL. Incidently I have a couple of thick skins for sale if you know anyone who wants one...LOL

Enjoy the site and lighten up a bit - It does the follicle's wonders...


Grrr!!!

96 GXL 80 series
You were out of line mate. Just say fair cop and get over it. You'd have to be pretty naive to think you could shoot your mouth of about politics in the middle of an election campaign and get away with it. Let alone over the subject that you selected.

G'day there,

As a very long term "lurker" and now member for some time, I haven't come across any trouble or over the top shots at what I say.

Some times posts bother one person or another, but usually there is a lot of helpful advice and friendly people out there. I have gained so much knowledge from this site, my vehicle is a who's who of peoples thoughts and opinions.

If a person stops to think about all of the BIG problems in the world, some of the issues raised are minuscule! I have to say I have had a chuckle or two at some of the posts that get a little heated between two parties, but don't we all bleed red at the end of the day?

Rossco.

96 GXL 80 series

Its called a gang mentality, the same names pop up every time, big noising, it's all a bleep contest.

A boys club, say one thing that only ONE person disagrees with and the gang comes out (fingers ready) to attack,

I get it all the time, but hay WTF. I'm me I can get over it.

I can't see way the moderator or someone on the site doesn't do something at time as I'm sure it stops some people joining, but it's there site and I only pay for the privilege to be on it ... LOL

Anyway regardless what JohnR (Vic)&Moses says, driving a Toyota is better the not driving a Nissan Patrol... Ha Ha

Cheers

Richard Kovac

What a bloody load of dribble.

Does'nt take much energy out of a man to be polite.

Kim

Hahahahahaha what is the bag limit for Flounder these days? Get yourself a box of tissues and get over it.

96 GXL 80 series

It's time you kept your mouth shut and your dim-witted thoughts to yourself. No one wants to read the drivel you spouted yesterday.

I am a reasonably tolerant person and did not comment yesterday however after what I have read today I must just ask you to shut up for everyones sake.

Lloyd B

Hey 96,

At the very least you should put up some dosh and criticise us from the same side of the fence.

As a comparison, I wonder how far you would have got on this forum:

http://www.rugerforum.net/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=32

with your original post?

I think some people need to phone AMI on 1300 40 40 50 (I think that's the correct No) and get some of that nasal spray and harden up a bit.

Everyone has a different opinion and views and living in a democracy we can all have our equal say. If; however, you may not agree with what someone else is saying fair enough - build a bridge and get over it.

I have been a financial member of this site since about 2000 (my membership No is 69 - whoa!!) and I have seen many people come and go. How many of you remember Oziexplorer and all of his opinions??

Over the time I have had some disagreements with some other posters but hey, I got over it and I am still here.

But then again I drive a 80 Series GXL so I know I am right :-)))

You're not a member I see,not much to contribute either it seems!

So much venom in this thread from the members, and to think the members here used to have so much respect for themselves the site and were tolerant of non members, how things change.

96 GXL 80 series, man, lighten up. If you want to see people get bagged with personal attacks read some other forums. I used to frequent a forum called The H.A.M.B. (Hokey Ass Message Board), for us traditional hot rodder types. Those guys can really take you apart. But you learn to get over it for a while. Then if you dont like the crapola, you can give it away.

Yeah, I'm a lurker (aka non-member). The site owner gives me the right to be that for as ling as I want. But now that I have found out all the good stuff I can learn and share with others here I am seriously considering becoming a member soon.

Bottom line, if you's don't like it, don't come.

Louie The Fly

BTW, I don't even have an 80 Series (LN130R DX 4runner)

96 GXL 80 series
Hey mate I think your really need to lighten up a bit.
You call Dough and other forum member names , etc. Where have you ever contributed anything to the extent that Dough and others have to this valuable forum.
Yes I am a member (not long but at least I really appreciate the work the guys do).
I think you matbe need to have a 'big C' scare like I have just been through where you will soon get to learn that it doesnt matter a frogs leg what your opion of politics or vehicles may be, its the people who will willingly go out of their way to help you that matter in life....
For your info I feel that the banter from Dough, Steve (4wd tours), vivid, axel , willem , etc have really been the bright light that have made it possible for me to fight on and hopefully win.
Your 1st post made sense where you say that sometime people say things that my be misinterpreted or offensive to some, most of us love to see it as it shows some personality behind a 'mask' being the internet where you dont really know who your talking too.
I think this is a great forum for both advise and light hearted banter. I am a payed up member because the value I get from reading the 'technical aspect' and as well as the friendly ridicule makes it the highlight of my day.
I am really hoping to make it to the Pyrenees weekend (probably wont) but I will still be reading the forum and getting the best value for money laughs.
To the rest of you folk both members and non members, keep it up, stuff the rest ... lifes to short mate.
Cheers
Tony

Sorry guys, I didnt use the spell checker. I guess Dough will have to come to Vic to kick my ass eh... If he can still stand after I ply him with liquor that is...

If this guy is just trolling he's got one hell of a response out of us all hasn't he?
I think maybe he was seriously neglected as a child and craves attention in anyway he can get it.
I can give him my pity for driving a tojo if he would like, other than that me thinks he needs to get his lily white thin skin out in the sun a bit more to thicken up if anything and everything is going to cause him such stress.
My two bits worth anyway, and yes I know I'm kinda late getting on this particular band wagon but what the hell here I am...