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Posted by Quickdraw (Member # 382) on :

Seems like LS1.com and SLP are happening, this place has turned into a non-technical, chit chat place with minimal real auto stuff let alone SS information. Really lame....I'm out, oh and by the way I still don't have my membership stuff, months later. When Grasso left this board went in the toilet.

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00 SS # 6676 M6,onyx,Whisper lid,K&N,cags,160
powerstat,Whisper MAF ends,BMR STB,MSD 8.5mm,NGK 55's
SLP Resonator.

Posted by KevinA (Member # 139) on :

I disagree with you. But hey, I'm just one person.

Posted by ScottyG (Member # 211) on :

On the money, Quickdraw

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Scott Garvie
SSOA F99-2517
'99 Arctic White SS M6 Hardtop -- daily driver, 25K miles
All SLP Y2Y options, 4.10's; Ripper; free mods, most of the Hotchkis stuff, SLP SFC's, ASP pulley, NGK's, Taylor wires, MTI T1 cam, FLP l-t's
12.95 @ 109 mph (before cam, headers, and pulley)

Posted by hawkman (Member # 799) on :

Differant F-body boards that I know of...

SLP
LS1
FAOA
SSOA
LS1fun
Modern Muscle Car
GM Forum
LS1 central
Camaro Z28
F-body.com

There are lots to pick from. Just what ever suits you Some people like chit chat, and some like tech. Me I like both...

Posted by Matt KennedyF00-1379 (Member # 257) on :

I agree! It's nothing against the current moderators, but this board use to be a lot more fun when Grasso was director and the other moderators were in place. Too bad a few individuals had to ruin this board.

Posted by Jim Mac (Member # 113) on :

I disagree with those who are blaming the running of this board as to why it's changed. I noticed a huge difference in this board once the SLP Board xame on line again. Many of the people who were on this board were SLP stalwarts who came here when the original SLP Board was axed. Now, this board has not one, but 5 SLP Board to contend with. And let's not forget all of the other boards referred to above. Even the SLP Board(s) aren't has robust and "happening" as they once were. Unfortunately, the sheer number of boards is diluting the loyal user base that a board like this needs to function. And I don't think there's anything that can be done to change that.

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Jim Mac
'98 Silver SS #108

Posted by Happy_Dan (Member # 118) on :

The board is what you make it. If you ask a technical question, someone will try to answer. If someone else does, then maybe you could answer. Just sitting around reading and saying it's lame doesn't mean much to me.

I like the chit chat and I am confident I have a technical question then I'll get the answer.

I love SLP and I read the board, but that is what it used to like here. There is a lot of nastiness that goes along with all the good stuff. I like here now that it is quiet.

So, the bottom line is, contribute if you want, don't is you don't want to, stay here if you want, don't if you don't. It's all up to you. There are lots of boards. They are all good and we are all car enthusiasts so they are all worth looking it if you have that much time.

I'll spend mine here, chit chatting with friends and asking questions when I have them.
Have a good week.

Posted by amy00ss (Member # 106) on :

I am with you Dan! I like the atmosphere here now.
Technical questions can be raised and we can chat about the weather! Or submarine invasions or whatever!
For those who like it here, stay. FOr those who don't, go someplace that you like.

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[img]http://www.cofba.com/sigs/Sig-Amy.gif[/img]
Amy
F00-1724
2000 SS Navy Blue Metallic/ Black Top, Ebony Leather, ASR, SLP Floor Mats, car cover, dash plaque and Key fobs
BMR STB, SLP SS Chrome 10 spokes with SS Centercap, Carbon Fiber Whisper Lid and PerfeXshine
COFBA Member: http://www.cofba.com
SSOA Founding Member: http://www.ssoa.net

Posted by Grumpy (Member # 752) on :

Let's start a fight.

Who likes Dan and his stupid submarine??????

Posted by Happy_Dan (Member # 118) on :

Hey, how come my submarine is stupid?? It keeps me warm!! It has more value than a lot of topics we discuss here. I already got roasted last week. Someone else's turn. I am in way to god of a mood with Bragg-Smith coming to start a fight. Wouldn't mind seeing someone else fight though!

Posted by XBCHBUM (Member # 734) on :

Is the submarine yellow???

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'01 SS #1618
Pewter Vert, M6
home.mindspring.com/~wf/index.html

Posted by Happy_Dan (Member # 118) on :

The screen door on it is!!

Posted by Richard Luse on :

I'm with Dan!

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2000 ss Convertible #2710
Onyx, Black Leather, M6, Hurst, Monsoon, 12CD
SLP SS Grille
SLP:Syntech, mats, dash plaque, cover
96 Impala SS
NAISSO, SSOA, NYFE, FBody assoc.

Posted by Hawkeye (Member # 88) on :

ditto - Dan A and Jim M.

Busier does not always mean better. This is still my home base. I check SLP as well if I have time, but I always start here. Time is to precious to start checking ALL the sites.

Posted by HotWheelSS aka HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Quickdraw:
by the way I still don't have my membership stuff, months later.
When Grasso left this board went in the toilet.

1. If you haven't received your first membership packet, please let me know. Everyone, except this month's new members, have been sent the first packet containing a welcome letter, a member information verification sheet, two SSOA logo static decals and two SSOA logo stickers. The only outstanding item is the Letter of Authentication and all it says in the welcome letter is that it will follow in a future mailing. We are still working on getting the verification info for all of the members cars.

2. Mike is still a participant on this message forum. If you page him, he'll respond. The SLP forum was introduced around the same time the moderators on this forum changed. The people who participated here the most met each other primarily on the original SLP board. This forum served as an interim meeting place until the new SLP forum was ready. People wanted this forum to stick around when the new SLP forum arrived......so here it is. We've all agreed that as long as it's wanted, it'll stay. If you want to see more action here, post more often! The moderators aren't responsible for generating board discussion. They just keep the weird stuff in check. It's up to everyone else who chooses to participate by posting questions, answers and general information to keep a dialogue going.

As always, you can contact me anytime you have questions.

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Cetera (Teri) Heino
1999 SS #0069 and everything else.

Posted by Grumpy (Member # 752) on :

quote:
Originally posted by HTWLSS:
1. If you haven't received your first membership packet, please let me know. Everyone, except this month's new members, have been sent the first packet containing a welcome letter, a member information verification sheet, two SSOA logo static decals and two SSOA logo stickers. The only outstanding item is the Letter of Authentication and all it says in the welcome letter is that it will follow in a future mailing. We are still working on getting the verification info for all of the members cars.
2. Mike is still a participant on this message forum. If you page him, he'll respond. The SLP forum was introduced around the same time the moderators on this forum changed. The people who participated here the most met each other primarily on the original SLP board. This forum served as an interim meeting place until the new SLP forum was ready. People wanted this forum to stick around when the new SLP forum arrived......so here it is. We've all agreed that as long as it's wanted, it'll stay. If you want to see more action here, post more often! The moderators aren't responsible for generating board discussion. They just keep the weird stuff in check. It's up to everyone else who chooses to participate by posting questions, answers and general information to keep a dialogue going.
As always, you can contact me anytime you have questions.

OK, we won't pick on Dan. How about picking on Terri and her trailer? (Jimbo, a lead for you.)

Posted by HotWheelSS aka HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Grumpy:
OK, we won't pick on Dan. How about picking on Terri and her trailer? (Jimbo, a lead for you.)

Oh sure.......I try and help and get picked on for dragging the SST around the US this summer......

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Cetera (Teri) Heino
1999 SS #0069 and everything else.

Posted by poSSum (Member # 119) on :

the view while trailing the trailer

I won't mention the down side of having the cooler on board

Posted by Lees Z (Member # 191) on :

quote:
Originally posted by HTWLSS:
Oh sure.......I try and help and get picked on for dragging the SST around the US this summer......

He has no one else to pick on. I've been duckin' and hiding'

Posted by HotWheelSS aka HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :

Here's the view the SST had around the track...........

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Cetera (Teri) Heino
1999 SS #0069 and everything else.

Posted by poSSum (Member # 119) on :

That's pacific time, right??

Posted by HotWheelSS aka HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :

quote:
Originally posted by poSSum:
That's pacific time, right??

Yup, I had the wrong setting on the camera....it was supposed to be Day, Month, Year!!! Not Day, (Pacific) time......DOH!!!!

Posted by Jim Mac (Member # 113) on :

This board is so slow today, that I had to dig this thread up, if only to cause more trouble. Of course, I never do that!

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Jim Mac
'98 Silver SS #108

Posted by Barrance (Member # 581) on :

HTWLSS,

What is that black matte looking Camaro shell behind you in your picture?

Barry

Posted by HotWheelSS aka HTWLSS (Member # 117) on :

quote:
Originally posted by Barrance:
HTWLSS,
What is that black matte looking Camaro shell behind you in your picture?
Barry

That's the SST!

Here's the details...... http://albums.photopoint.com/j/AlbumIndex?u=128638&a=2690369

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Cetera (Teri) Heino
1999 SS #0069 and everything else.

Posted by texas-ss (Member # 431) on :

i am going to call my lawyer tommorow morning about this letter of authenticity thing. there is a reason you people don't deliver them, all the while you boast delivery of it and keep accepting membership dues.

c-lash

Posted by 99Hawk#196 (Member # 542) on :

Texas you must have 1 cheap lawyer. He'll take on SSOA for $40

Posted by Jim Mac (Member # 113) on :

quote:
Originally posted by texas-ss:
i am going to call my lawyer tommorow morning about this letter of authenticity thing. there is a reason you people don't deliver them, all the while you boast delivery of it and keep accepting membership dues.

There we go!!!!! The perfect solution for everything!!!

Posted by hawkman (Member # 799) on :

quote:
Originally posted by texas-ss:
i am going to call my lawyer tommorow morning about this letter of authenticity thing. there is a reason you people don't deliver them, all the while you boast delivery of it and keep accepting membership dues.

Fresh out of law school... or is he still in law school?

Posted by Art Schroeder (Member # 108) on :

quote:
Originally posted by texas-ss:
i am going to call my lawyer tommorow morning about this letter of authenticity thing. there is a reason you people don't deliver them, all the while you boast delivery of it and keep accepting membership dues.
c-lash

That sounds a little extreme If you are that dissatisfied perhaps you should ask to have your dues refunded and membership withdrawn.

The directors share your frustration. We are doing everything we can to get the letters out fairly and accurately.

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D99-C219, Associate Director, Super Sport Owners Association

Posted by Mike Grasso (Member # 86) on :

Wait a second, don't jump on the Board for non-involvement, members make it so. Remember I set a plan for member involvement and there weren't any takers....

I think with the addition of the SLP Board people have split their posts and things have just slowed down.

The Board is still trying to verify info so the Letters can go out with the Board doing the best they can with what info is available.

BTW I'm enjoying my retirement but I'm always available to the membership like Teri stated.

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Mike Grasso - D00-0031
Founder, Super Sport Owners Association

Team Leader, TTU, Los Angeles Police Department
www.LAPD.com & Webmaster@LAPD.com

Technical Consultant, NineOneOne
www.NineOneOne.net & SOG@NineOneOne.net

Posted by XTrooper (Member # 520) on :

As a longtime veteran member of LS1.com and also as a member and sometimes contributor of this forum, I find it incredulous that an ingrate with a whole 42 posts since March could have the balls to come on here and bitch about the inactivity. Now THAT'S lame.

As with most things in life, you get out of them what you contribute and looking at what some of these individuals have donated, it seems highly unlikely that their absence will be noticed.

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Steve SSOA M99-3864
NJ State Trooper #3936 (retired)
Life Member of: Veterans of Foreign Wars & Vietnam Veterans of America
1999 Sebring Silver Camaro SS #3864, grey leather, 4A, Pioneer DEH-P77DH CD player/receiver, T-Top, ASR traction control, rear window defogger
SLP Engineering options: dual-dual exhaust, Bilstein suspension, and Auburn rear
Personal mods: Solaris xenon headlamp bulbs, Whisper lid, K&N air filter, SLP subframe connectors, Hotchkis shock tower brace, SLP Power-Flo y-pipe, DynoMax Ultra Flo muffler, muffler bypass mod, Jet Stage 2 PCM, Hypertech 180 degree thermostat, MSD 8.5mm Super Conductor spark plug wires, P275/40ZR17 Michelin Pilot Sport tires (front)/Nitto NT-555R Drag Radials (rear), Wings West front grille insert, carbon fiber fuel rail covers, Yank Torque Thruster 2800 converter, Moroso tranny cooler
Best ET: 13.155 Best MPH: 106.57 Best 60': 2.062 (before drag radials) http://www.intergrafix.net/~sps3936

Posted by Jim Mac (Member # 113) on :

quote:
Originally posted by XTrooper:
As a longtime veteran member of LS1.com and also as a member and sometimes contributor of this forum, I find it incredulous that an ingrate with a whole 42 posts since March could have the balls to come on here and bitch about the inactivity. Now THAT'S lame.

Hey, you old man, stop your bitchin'!!!

I think what's really lame is threatening to call a lawyer to resolve the letter of authenticity dispute. Remember, as kids, we used to say things like, "My daddy can beat up your daddy" when we got into arguments? Now, it's, "My daddy's gonna sue your daddy!"

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Jim Mac
'98 Silver SS #108

[This message has been edited by Jim Mac (edited 27 November 2000).]

Posted by Mike Grasso (Member # 86) on :

Jim,

Boy are you right!

Now that I hold no position I can say with ease what a whiner he is, a definite plus to the Association! Instead of constructive thoughts it always falls to insults.

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Mike Grasso - D00-0031
Founder, Super Sport Owners Association

Team Leader, TTU, Los Angeles Police Department
www.LAPD.com & Webmaster@LAPD.com

Technical Consultant, NineOneOne
www.NineOneOne.net & SOG@NineOneOne.net

Posted by XTrooper (Member # 520) on :

As Shakespeare once said and I'm paraphrasing, "Let's kill all the lawyers first."

Mike,

texas-ss can't be TOO much of a whiner. He only has 17 posts. If you're referring to someone else you should state it more clearly. BTW, would calling someone a "whiner" be considered an insult?

Double standards was ALWAYS one of the specific problems around here most notably manifested in the "disappearing posts" magic trick. Ahh...the good old days when one minute your post was there and the next it was consigned to oblivion.

Steve

Posted by Happy_Dan (Member # 118) on :

Ohhhh ahhhh, we have a fight brewin'. It's been so long. I can't wait to sit back and watch. I guess I'm not really sitting back and watching am I. Am I instigating?? You bet. Go for it. Someone call someone specific a name!! Then I can philosophize about it.
Heee Heeee.

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