Rule Number 5

[scottfab]

I really hope this does not start a hate storm now.

We are seriously considering banning the words "I disagree...." ?
Seriously?

When I see a post that misleads or is dangerous or not in the best interest of the preservation of the car I feel obligated to say so.

I do NOT think saying "I disagree......" is something to be banned.

Example Post:
"it is ok to smoke while working on the fuel system"

A possible reply:
"I disagree. It is a common practice to not smoke when working around fuel"

So now the new improved way in order to follow the proposed new Rule 5 would require someone to write,

"I am so very sorry but I have a different opinion. It is a common practice to not smoke when working around fuel"

Or

"Please forgive me but I see it differently. It is a common practice to not smoke when working around fuel"

Or.

"My understanding is, it is a common practice to not smoke when working around fuel"

Really?

Let's not try to regulate words or read between the lines on what may or may not have been meant. This is not North Korea or China. Wielding too much control can have really bad consequences.

Just my opinion based on the country we live in (oh and Canada )
They are meant to be in the best interest of the club.

[Dynomite]

Here...let me give it a try......responding to this hypothetical statement made by a guy just fresh out of kindergarten "it is ok to smoke while working on the fuel system"

Hi.....Gasoline can light up your smoke BIG TIME
See Dangers of smoking around fuel tanks

So....how can I help you with your fuel system issues

It is a much more difficult position to suggest you disagree with someone else (or lecture them) vice just state your position.

In this example.....lets leave it to the viewers to determine who has the better position or if in fact there is a disagreement regarding smoking around fuel tanks....

I just presented some facts and no need for me to debate any further.....I do not need to say the individual is wrong, or try every trick in the book not to offend the guy from kindergarten as I did not evaluate his understanding....just presented my understanding.

If the individual responds wanting to debate.....I will just say OK......and move on to questions from High School Graduates

I would NOT say this in any post response....but this is my general philosophy

You cannot fix stupid.
I can explain it to you but I cannot understand it for you.

I am being tested