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mad_machine
mad_machine GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
3/30/12 12:04 p.m.

the only Cav I would want is the rare hatchback...

oldeskewltoy
oldeskewltoy HalfDork
3/30/12 12:25 p.m.

hmmmmm, what about a Toyota Cavalier???

Its true... part of the "deal" in mixing the Geo and Toyota lines was Toyota would import into Japan the Cavalier...

Hmmm, now as far as Vs. threads....

it was getting annoying... arbitrary decisions based on prejudice and stereotype

Per Schroeder
Per Schroeder Technical Editor/Advertising Director
3/30/12 12:41 p.m.

Ok--I realize I was a little heavy handed last night. You can go ahead with the VS threads.

I apologize for any inconvenience, heartache, angst or sad puppy eyes this may have caused.

Per

mistanfo
mistanfo SuperDork
3/30/12 12:45 p.m.

Rotating vs revolving

N Sperlo
N Sperlo UltraDork
3/30/12 12:52 p.m.

vs

CATFIGHT!

bravenrace
bravenrace UberDork
3/30/12 1:00 p.m.
Per Schroeder wrote: Ok--I realize I was a little heavy handed last night. You can go ahead with the VS threads. I apologize for any inconvenience, heartache, angst or sad puppy eyes this may have caused. Per

Oh, why'd you go and do that!!!

sanman
sanman Reader
3/30/12 1:40 p.m.

Oh, so that is what happened to my VS thread. I thought I was loosing my mind a little when I could not find it anymore.

poopshovel
poopshovel PowerDork
3/30/12 1:49 p.m.
bravenrace wrote:
Per Schroeder wrote: Ok--I realize I was a little heavy handed last night. You can go ahead with the VS threads. I apologize for any inconvenience, heartache, angst or sad puppy eyes this may have caused. Per
Oh, why'd you go and do that!!!

A good Narcissist would say "Just to piss me off."

DrBoost
DrBoost UltraDork
3/30/12 2:53 p.m.
N Sperlo wrote: vs CATFIGHT!

Whoever that chick on the bottom is. That Flo chick gives me nightmares worse than clowns do.

poopshovel
poopshovel PowerDork
3/30/12 4:02 p.m.
DrBoost wrote:
N Sperlo wrote: vs CATFIGHT!
Whoever that chick on the bottom is. That Flo chick gives me nightmares worse than clowns do.

It's like Rick Perry had sex with a horse and then applied some makeup to it with a shotgun.

Apexcarver
Apexcarver UberDork
3/30/12 4:10 p.m.

I saw them as an interesting way to lay down some tech on differing vehicles. It would be interesting to start a database of different cars with tech specs, what can be easily done power wise with mods, weak points, how much tire can fit, and so on..

But the VS setup of the threads led to a lot of fire from the hip thought. People will be predjuice on different cars and it can be an emotional issue.

For instance, in the mustang vs z car thread I am on the mustang side, mostly because its what I know.. Seeing what a BSP 300zxTT can do power-wise was a big surprise for me. Probably wouldnt want one because of hearing what a PITA they are to work on, but it is fun to know what can make it worth it.

minimac
minimac SuperDork
3/30/12 4:18 p.m.
Per Schroeder wrote: Ok--I realize I was a little heavy handed last night. You can go ahead with the VS threads. I apologize for any inconvenience, heartache, angst or sad puppy eyes this may have caused. Per

Wuss. It's a sad commentary on what USED to be a great board, has turned into. Between all of the stupid VS. threads and the multitude of craigslist ads, or which car threads, there isn't a whole lot on here that interests me anymore. If some of these people don't exercise a little restraint, this board might become as bad as the fast and furious bling boards. That's a shame. Please don't let the dweebs take over the Spockets board! rant out

Javelin
Javelin GRM+ Memberand UltimaDork
3/30/12 5:10 p.m.

In reply to minimac:

So you'd rather kick out all the car threads where people were actually learning stuff about cars and sharing tips, discussing engine and suspension modifications, driving impressions, etc to have more... what? Hotlinking? Political floundering? Hootus and your momma joke threads?

Some people...

Travis_K
Travis_K SuperDork
3/30/12 5:25 p.m.

Caviler Z24 used to do pretty well in autocross right? I saw a CP Cimmaron once with huge hoosier slicks that was pretty fast too. lol

And Elan for sure, either the old one or the isuzu one, miatas arent exciting anymore.

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
3/30/12 5:58 p.m.

This is an awesome message board. Why? Because our guests treat each other with respect.

Fit_Is_Slo
Fit_Is_Slo HalfDork
3/30/12 7:48 p.m.

Cavalier is better!

Will
Will Dork
3/30/12 8:01 p.m.
  1. Can someone please tell me why in the name of God Toyota liked the Cavalier so much they sold it under license?

  2. If the GN vs. SC thread got un-civil, I missed it. I did see some people I know from the SC board come over here to help defend it, but last I saw we were all playing nice.

Shame, too, since the SC was doing so well...

minimac
minimac SuperDork
3/30/12 9:02 p.m.
Javelin wrote: In reply to minimac: So you'd rather kick out all the car threads where people were actually *learning* stuff about cars and *sharing* tips, discussing engine and suspension modifications, driving impressions, etc to have more... what? Hotlinking? Political floundering? Hootus and your momma joke threads? Some people...

Did you actually read the post? Obviously reading comprehension isn't a strong suit.Just a quick sampling: not one but two separate Fiat vs Alfa spyder threads,The VS.Thread vs. The Other VS. Threads, the My Unit VS. Your Mom thread....A lot of sharing automotive goodness, driving impressions, modifications, and tips in that gem. I'll put it terms that I hope you'll understand-I was bemoaning the fact that instead of mods, automotive Q & As, tips, etc., it seems, IMHO, that the board is being overrun with sophomoric nonsensical CRAP. I wish it could go back to how it was- a place you could get help or share something cool, or vent about something. But what do I know? I'm just an old super dork. I'll fold up my cape and go to bed.

David S. Wallens wrote: This is an awesome message board. Why? Because our guests treat each other with respect.

Say what you REALLY mean! Your the bossman!

Javelin
Javelin GRM+ Memberand UltimaDork
3/30/12 9:11 p.m.

In reply to minimac:

Obviously it was reading comprehension that was failing you, brother. I was in support of the automotive versus threads only and specifically targeted the Off Topic ones as dumb, but hey you just keep making it unfriendly in here for all of us wusses and dweebs. I'm going back to the garage.

Out.

JoeyM
JoeyM GRM+ Memberand SuperDork
3/30/12 9:40 p.m.
David S. Wallens wrote: This is an awesome message board. Why? Because our guests treat each other with respect.
minimac wrote: Obviously reading comprehension isn't a strong suit.

Cotton
Cotton Dork
3/30/12 10:37 p.m.

Cimmaron with a 4 speed just because I saw one a long time ago and it blew my mind.

curtis73
curtis73 GRM+ Memberand SuperDork
3/31/12 1:05 a.m.

Ok...

Brooke Burke:

VS......

Delta Burke:

Karl La Follette
Karl La Follette Dork
3/31/12 8:35 a.m.

Haystacks Calhoun vs The Big Show

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