Why this forum is unique

[siteunseen]

13 hours ago, Captain Obvious said:

I think you should google that.

"Hummer"   "Forum"   

I did and found an amusing thread immediately. 

[ETI4K]

As to this forum,

I've been into IC engines since I was 11.  Starting with a minibike that wouldn't start.  My father's friend came over to help.  He asked what steps I'd taken.  Then he asked if I'd disassembled the carburetor.  I thought to myself, "DISASSEMBLE THE CARBURETOR? Is he serious?!" Of course I hadn't.  And then he asked a question that me and has guided and encouraged me for bunches of years.  He asked "Why not?".   And so I did.

My point in sharing this, I submit, is that the helpful members of this forum have done the same for other folks here who are new to cars, or new to these cars, or just need guidance.  I, for one, have found people who share my love for bringing back to use machines that might otherwise have ended up in a crusher, dealing with rust and hidden body damage and oil leaks, modifying parts meant for another, or even making replacement parts if no other option exists. 

My friends don't really appreciate that I finally acquired a milling machine in support of my endeavors, my wife has a hard time with the time and money consumed by my "hobby" as she calls it, and I don't know anyone who wants to listen to me go into detail about what I did to restore my door hinges.  At least here, if I do decide to post such details I believe someone will read it and, at the very least, politely acknowledge it.

That is what makes this group of people unique.

I'll stand down from soapbox now. 

[Dave WM]

a milling machine is NICE to have. My goal is to eventually get a 2 post lift and a shop to work in. the older I get the less I like working on my back. As far as the "hobby" yes it is and its great to take you mind off other troubles in life. I have had several hobbies (RC aircraft/Vintage electronics/Cars/Construction) all done out of passion to learn and not be afraid of failure.

[ETI4K]

@Dave WM

Yep, I love having it (and a lathe, too!).  They've made a huge difference in what I can get done.  Problem now is I have a hard time just grabbing a drill to make holes in a plate, when I can do it so much more precisely.

My best wishes to you for getting both soon! I have dreamed of a lift myself.

 

[Av8ferg]

my wife has a hard time with the time and money consumed by my "hobby" as she calls it, and I don't know anyone who wants to listen to me go into detail about what I did to restore my door hinges.  At least here, if I do decide to post such details I believe someone will read it

Well, we shouldn’t have to justify our hobbies with our loved one but reality is a different story. My wife cannot understand most of the things I do when I’m not working. I don’t watch much TV, I like to be outside doing something, learning something, or building something. I find satisfaction taking a task and making it right. I was building sleeves in my garage last week and had my 13 yr old son helped me and the shelf was slightly off level. Bubble touching one edge of level line. He saw my dissatisfaction and said “Dad, you can’t accept anything unless it’s perfect”. He’s right, “it’s a curse and a blessing I told him.” We took it down and redid it.
The people in our lives should value what makes you happy and that’s how I explain it to my wife.
I like this forum because you don’t have to wonder if someone is going to judge you and make an unprofessional comment. It’s very liberating!


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[Tweeds]

This forum also has a laid back, bunch of buddies hanging around talking about their favorite car sort of feeling. It's like a Z lover's watering hole. The regulars seem to know each other,  and we newbies come in learning from the tried and true experts. Also, there's several informal threads such as this one, the "z's only a mother could love" one, and the "Saturday Music" one as well, to name a few. I'm not sure how many car forum websites are like this - whether it's common, or relatively rare. 

Either way, that's what makes this forum unique to me. 

[siteunseen]

3 hours ago, Tweeds said:

This forum also has a laid back, bunch of buddies hanging around talking about their favorite car sort of feeling. It's like a Z lover's watering hole. The regulars seem to know each other,  and we newbies come in learning from the tried and true experts. Also, there's several informal threads such as this one, the "z's only a mother could love" one, and the "Saturday Music" one as well, to name a few. I'm not sure how many car forum websites are like this - whether it's common, or relatively rare. 

Either way, that's what makes this forum unique to me. 

I went to ZCON in Memphis Tennessee in 2015? and finally met and hung out with these guys. That was the beginning of a completely new relationship. We are from all over the map but have the same attitude and compassion for the Datsuns. It was life changing for me to be around such a group. Forever friends I can say without a doubt. Sorta makes biker gangs understandable to me, personally. I'd do anything for my Z friends and they would, and do, for me.

You have to go to a ZCON. 

EDIT add to.

If I had not had this community of friends on CZC these past years I would have had to seek therapy from the local mental health center. Alcohol can only do so much to help me. Trying to help others really is my selfishness that helps me. 

Edited January 23, 2021 by siteunseen

[Tweeds]

42 minutes ago, siteunseen said:

I went to ZCON in Memphis Tennessee in 2015? and finally met and hung out with these guys. That was the beginning of a completely new relationship. We are from all over the map but have the same attitude and compassion for the Datsuns. It was life changing for me to be around such a group. Forever friends I can say without a doubt. Sorta makes biker gangs understandable to me, personally. I'd do anything for my Z friends and they would, and do, for me.

You have to go to a ZCON. 

I bet that is real great! It's neat how a car brings people together just the same as music. You like CCR? I like you. You like a z? I like you, too. 

Looks like this year's is in Colorado which is a long way from home for me. Maybe I could make it, but there's always the next years. 

[grannyknot]

5 hours ago, ETI4K said:

My friends don't really appreciate that I finally acquired a milling machine in support of my endeavors

Oooow, milling machine envy, still can't justify the cash outlay but once you have it and a lathe you make just about anything.

[Captain Obvious]

3 hours ago, siteunseen said:

I went to ZCON in Memphis Tennessee in 2015? and finally met and hung out with these guys. That was the beginning of a completely new relationship. We are from all over the map but have the same attitude and compassion for the Datsuns. It was life changing for me to be around such a group. Forever friends I can say without a doubt. Sorta makes biker gangs understandable to me, personally. I'd do anything for my Z friends and they would, and do, for me.

What he said. I went to ZCON Memphis as well, and during that trip a whole bunch of us jelled into a collection of good friends. More than just a bunch of people who owned similar cars, but people who honestly like each other and like spending time together.

I really hope I have a vaccine in time to go to ZCON later this year. I've got people I want to see. And the cars are nice too.  

[240260280]

Memphis

[siteunseen]

I'm 4 hours deeper into the humidity here. You get used to it like snow at your place I guess but no matter how humid it is I've never walked outside and not been able to see my car. We don't have to shovel it either. 

Oh yeah, I have a dehumidifier in my garage with a 2 gallon tank. My washer and dryer are down there too. I can fill up my washer from the dehumidifier once a week by dumping the tank in there. I'm a conservationist! (tight wad)

Edited January 23, 2021 by siteunseen