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  • spincin
    Forum Newbie
    • Dec 2002
    • 42
    • Monroe, OH, USA.
    #1

    One more star post....

    Since the other "star" posts have been locked I guess I must start a new thread. I voted for no stars. And the exact reason is very clearly playing its self out on these boards. I have found that when there is any type of ranking based on the number of posts, people tend to post more just to get that ranking. Don't believe me, just look at all the "two more to go" posts that have popped up over the past couple of days! I'm not trying to start anything here, just posting my opinion.


    If I can't have everything well then just give me a taste.
    Read my lips - All new BT3K\'s will be setup properly at each and every HD in the state of Ohio.
    SiCKo OhIo CUlt PREz
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    • Ryan F
      Senior Member
      • Dec 2002
      • 824
      • Lenexa, KS, USA.
      • 1975 Delta Unisaw / Accusquare Fence
      #2
      I'll give my same reason. Who am I hurting with my star? The newness of the star will wear off before too long and star posts will weed themselves out.

      Ryan Flaherty
      http://home.kc.rr.com/myworkshop/Workshop.html
      BT3000 is just a toy. Isn't it?
      Ryan Flaherty
      http://www.kcflahertys.com

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        • TheWoodWizard
          Established Member
          • Dec 2002
          • 296
          • WilkesBarre, Pennsylvania, USA.
          #3
          I agree Ryan,before long lots will forget.Maybe he's angry because he only has 9.It doesn't matter how many you got, as long as you are enjoying this new forum and it's great members.Some try very hard to help out while others lurk just taking it all in.Whatever their pleasure may be ,if it works for them then so be it.
          My 2 pennies!!

          Things worth doing,are worth doing right the very first time!!
          If things get better with age,then I must be approaching magnificent!!

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            • spincin
              Forum Newbie
              • Dec 2002
              • 42
              • Monroe, OH, USA.
              #4
              Maybe I'm angry because I only have 9 stars? I'm sure I can post plenty of messages.

              "Only 41 more to go"
              "Only 40 more to go"
              "Hey look at me, only 39 more to go"
              "Wow, only 38 more posts to go"
              "Feeling more special, only 37 more to go"

              There was no anger in my original message. I was simply stating an opinion since that is what was asked of the users. Sam, my point above is still playing out. The statement that it will wear off has never proven true. As new members arrive they'll start flooding the boards to "catch-up". I am only speaking from experience. However, this is your board and this will be the last time I open my mouth on this subject. Sorry to take up the space!


              If I can't have everything well then just give me a taste.
              Read my lips - All new BT3K\'s will be setup properly at each and every HD in the state of Ohio.
              SiCKo OhIo CUlt PREz

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                • Stytooner
                  Roll Tide RIP Lee
                  • Dec 2002
                  • 4301
                  • Robertsdale, AL, USA.
                  • BT3100
                  #5
                  It was democratically voted on. It could have stayed open a little longer. I just fail to see the problem. If what you say does happen, as long as its in the proper conference, where's the harm?

                  If its not in the proper conference, THEN THOSE OF US WITH MORE POSTS WILL JUMP OM DEY HEAD AND SET DEM STRAIGHT. See, no problem.
                  Business as usual.

                  Lee
                  http://www.leestyron.com
                  Lee

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                    • meika123
                      Senior Member
                      • Dec 2002
                      • 887
                      • Advance, NC, USA.
                      • BT3000
                      #6
                      quote:Originally posted by spincin

                      Maybe I'm angry because I only have 9 stars? I'm sure I can post plenty of messages.

                      "Only 41 more to go"
                      "Only 40 more to go"
                      "Hey look at me, only 39 more to go"
                      "Wow, only 38 more posts to go"
                      "Feeling more special, only 37 more to go"

                      There was no anger in my original message. I was simply stating an opinion since that is what was asked of the users. Sam, my point above is still playing out. The statement that it will wear off has never proven true. As new members arrive they'll start flooding the boards to "catch-up". I am only speaking from experience. However, this is your board and this will be the last time I open my mouth on this subject. Sorry to take up the space!


                      If I can't have everything well then just give me a taste.
                      I still say "So What"? I personally have enjoyed the "H&%# out of myself. Every body has an equal chance to "Flood the Forum" to attain this-if desired. It frankly has been a lot of fun, and I am sorry that you apparently dislike this type of thing. My opinions probably don't mean as much as most who don't have a "Star". That's OK with me. I'm sure most of you are much more intelligent than I-and that's OK too. This has just been fun, and after all, that's what I thought the forum was about anyway. Let's not muddy up what Sam has done for us-huh!!

                      Dave in NC
                      Stress is when you wake up screaming and then you realize you haven't fallen asleep yet.

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                        • aleuni
                          Established Member
                          • Dec 2002
                          • 321
                          • Miami, FL, USA.
                          #7
                          I feel that in the most part the people that are trying to get their stars are memebers that have already proven to be a major contribution to this forum the ryobi forum and possibly any other forum they have ever been on. I feel they deserve 5 stars just for becoming a member. Who cares if they posted 5,10,15,20...40 extra for a star I know that when I have had a question they have answered. If their payment is in the form of a star even better since it didn't come out of anyones pocket (except for Sam)He deserves a icon all for himself. I suggest a Halo for sam, stars for the vetern post.ers and heck you can start me at zero and give my post stats to the next guy that complains. I just want to be a better woodworker not collect icons.



                          Alex
                          http://community.webshots.com/user/aleuni
                          Alex
                          \"No Idea is a good idea until it is your idea\" -me

                          http://community.webshots.com/user/aleuni

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                            • meika123
                              Senior Member
                              • Dec 2002
                              • 887
                              • Advance, NC, USA.
                              • BT3000
                              #8
                              Thanks Buddy,
                              That's all any of us want. This has been a lot of good clean fun for me, and I'm certain for most others. Without a little levity, life sure would be miserable.
                              The stars mean nothing, the comraderie getting one is immeasurable. IMHO, the only person here who deserves extra accolades is Sam Conder. [^][^]
                              After all, without his time and generosity, we wouldn't be able to have silly arguments like we have had.

                              Dave in NC
                              Stress is when you wake up screaming and then you realize you haven't fallen asleep yet.

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