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What is it with people asking for free parts????
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Author:  doogie [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 5:31 pm ]
Post subject:  What is it with people asking for free parts????
It's a bit rude i think, accept these aren't cheap cars to own and maintain.

End rant

Doogie
Author:  Wombat [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 5:46 pm ]
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and usually with 3 posts to their name - don't get me wrong - I'm happy to help newbies and if the lived up the road I help out all I could - It's just some of the newbies are coming over a bit arrogant
Author:  woodwormm [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:08 pm ]
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way back when i was a newbie...

i received some awesome help and assistance from a super generous member, gave me heaps of help and advice to get my car on the road at the time.

i was then (and mostly still) super impressed with the friendliness and generosity of our little community here.

it is by far the nicest, warmest, fuzziest little forum community i've been a part of (and that's more than a few!)

in a few months i will again be calling out for some help and assistance and as an avid brewer, there's always a keg on for after the work, or takeaways if the helper prefers....

i agree Doogie, asking for free stuff is rude.
Author:  TheMiniMan [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:22 pm ]
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can i have some free parts???
Author:  CARTER_GT [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:27 pm ]
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You know what back when i was a newbie ( dunno if i still am :oops: ) i recieved a lot and i mean alot of free stuff from members on here. And out of that free stuff there has been quiet alot of really good stuff. Out of all the forums i am on this one is by far the best :D thanks to everyone help :) In particular Mini maxx, David Rosenthal and Tombo for delivering goods
Author:  Timinik [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:33 pm ]
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Can I have free disc brakes and a fresh 1275 motor?
Thanks.
Author:  peterb [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:35 pm ]
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If I accumulate bit's that I know I won't use and are definately too good to chuck, then people are more than welcome too it, they organise pick up for big stuff and pay post and a small fee, usually $5, too cover packing and going to post office. I have given away heaps of Z50 stuff. (my other hobby)
Author:  TK [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:39 pm ]
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Don't care how long they have been on the forum, asking for parts for free is rude. So too are the people that I have given parts to that then decide to put the parts on ebay.
Author:  Petesmini [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:46 pm ]
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Doogie,
As someone who is new to the forum but not to minis, I can see where you are coming from, however, in using myself as an example, the request of some parts has never been a case of wanting it for free! I generally like to put out feelers first, if there are bites, then offering to pay for the said item & leaving the option open for the other person, either accepting or declining the offered payment. I believe we are all in the same boat, giving & taking with fairness, dignity & integrity. I certainly hope that there would not be members here that would knowingly gouge other members 8) :wink:
Author:  Kermit [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 6:46 pm ]
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I hope that no one thinks i have asked for anything for free, that is not my intention. I understand that these things aren't cheap and are some times hard to find. I appreciate any and all help that i am offered. I m building my first mini and am doing so on a budget so I may ask for some help on here, but if in the future some one asked me for a favor in return and i am able to do so, I am more than happy to oblige.
Thanks to all that have helped me in the past and thanks in advance to all that may help me in the future :D
Author:  doogie [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 7:18 pm ]
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Im not pointing the finger at anybody in perticular, i have been on this forum longer than most & have seen a fair share of freebie hunters come & go, im mearly expressing my opinion, some agree with mo, some won't.

Doogie
Author:  Petesmini [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 7:30 pm ]
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Doogie,
I'm glad that you have clarified your statement & that you are mearly expressing an opinion & in that light, I certainly would agree with you. (I didnt think you pointed the finger at me personally) Having said that, I for one, admire a person who has a forthright opinion & is not afraid to express it! :lol: I am hoping to meet some of you people at the mini king Saleday on Sat the 17th. :lol:
Author:  miniDave [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 8:11 pm ]
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Never had someone ask for free parts but if I knew someone wanted something that I would certainly try to help them out (cash or kind)

Like most restorers I am always on the lookout for parts and more than willing to pay for them (speedo still purring away thanks Doogie).

What ticks me off is when you chase up some parts, make contact swap numbers, agree on a price and never hear from the seller again. Probably has happened four times this year so far. All members of this forum.

I believe that a good turn will come back your way one day (good karma). Sometimes it doesn't.

As an example I ran around for a day getting bits for a member, packing, sending, and then some time later wanting a $10 part and thought the member might say, "no worries, I owe you a favour I'll send it down" - but NO "send me the money first and I will post it".

Some peoples memories are very short these days.

Sorry for the hijack.
Author:  Mini_Maxx [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 8:13 pm ]
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I remember a certain Mod ( ex Mod now) who scored some free windscreen bling ( chrome strip) from me and was too tight to pay me back the postage I PAID to get it too him :evil: .
Author:  CARTER_GT [ Tue Sep 06, 2011 8:18 pm ]
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Mini_Maxx wrote:
I remember a certain Mod ( ex Mod now) who scored some free windscreen bling ( chrome strip) from me and was too tight to pay me back the postage I PAID to get it too him :evil: .


Thanks maxx for that clubby :D i have learnt alot about rust repairs and welding on that car :D Was greatly apreciated :)
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