I thought this was a space to learn and share info?

[dvw]

I frequent this sight to see what others are building, racing, having successes and failures with. Some people are pro engine builders and have a long technical background. Some are rookies looking for an honest opinion and help. Some have been at it a long time. Some just want to share their experience in the hobby. Not everyone is super talented. Not everyone has an unlimited budget. That doesn't mean that they can't try to get the best out of their stuff. I see many topics go way off the track with little or no useful information. I tell everyone, take all the opinions and answers and use your best judgement if the info is correct. But threads where the majority of the post isn't even related to the question, that's garbage. I will continue to give my best to help others here. My career has spanned 40 years working on cars from dealer tech to engineering. Been racing for 35 years. Build all my own stuff. I'm not wealthy and I'm cheap so figuring ways of doing things that work is paramount to me. So lets get at it and help everybody go quicker and faster cut out the crap. My 2 cents.
Doug

 

[383man]

I agree. I have raced off and on for years and spent about 40 years as a tech. But I dont have much money at all as my divorce and going on disability really hurt me. But I do what I can with what I have and hopefully can help some others with info. I agree I see many post go way off track and I will admit when someone talks ignorant to you its human nature to bark back but that really dont help the original poster. Ron

 

[khryslerkid]

Doug, I've always valued your knowledge on here and have learned quite a bit from your recommendations when building my 440. It's so much different figuring out these builds, now days with the different fuel then what we had back in the day. Also with all of the new technology on cams ect. You have kept up with it, a lot of us, including myself, haven't. You are invaluable to this forum!

 

[Budnicks]

Well said Doug...

 

[Rick Carson]

If you're not willing to help someone with less knowledge than yourself why answer the question at all? There are kids on this sight that could carry this hobby on for generations to come , but not if we don't help educate them,especially when they ask first.

 

[Jeremiah]

I 100% agree with DVW.

I come here to relax, not listen to a certain few groups of people that can't get along go rounds in public about things that don't concern the Mopar community. That's why the boards are so slow and empty these days. If you want to bicker do it in front of your friends and family on facebook and not in our virtual garage lol.

It's kind of creepy in some instances (thread stalking, etc), not sure where some of your heads are at. Can't imagine how things go for yall in real life!

 

[rumblefish360]

I get a kick out of helping. I mentor at my job. (OJT for the up and coming next generation.)

The thing with some racers are they keep things a secrect. And that will never change and to a degree, but understand. The competitors may gain an edge when they reveal a secret the others do not have.

But for me, it's general hot rodding and modification. No real secret in that fun stuff.

 

[66Satellite47]

This is a great site. We clearly have REAL professionals giving their ideas to folks.

 

[moparedtn]

I've posted it before, but I think one of the minor issues with this site is that there's simply too many dang sub-categories/forums.
It's easy for someone's post to get lost in this vast sea as a result and most of us, in our busy daily lives, simply don't have the time required to scour over dozens of categories in one sitting.

I know I miss a lot of good stuff that way. I'm sure others do, too.

I do take the time to post pics and write posts on whatever I'm working on at the moment on my own car, not so much as to try and be an "authority" on any of this (because I'm surely not), but more so because I don't see enough of us regular Joe/shadetree types posting such on here.
I want others who aren't working with unlimited budgets or who can't afford building/buying $10k engines or some such to see there's still some of us old school guys out here, getting it done as cheaply as possible and doing all the work ourselves in the process.

I WELCOME advice and comments from you experts - heck, that's part of why I post as much nonsense as I do!
After all, if folks are gonna talk the "sage wisdom" talk, then they need to WALK it too I figure, right?

My current thread is a prime example of what I'm talking about here. I just put a fresh set of 906 heads on my "mystery motor" 440 for under $500, doing work I hadn't done in decades.
I expected to see a lot more involvement in that thread than has actually occurred, since it's truly a grassroots sort of job that anyone can relate to.
There has been a little activity and everyone has been kind, but it's sort of quiet.
I put it in the Engines category, but I feel it's getting lost in all the maze of categories, too. Perhaps I should have posted it in the "General Mopar Tech Discussions" heading, I dunno....
but I don't see a lot of "experts" posting on any of this stuff I post, either.
I figure it's stuff the veterans of the hobby, those who spend a lot more money and do a lot nicer work, find quite boring and amateurish.
That's ok.

I got into Mopars as a teenager in high school back in the 70's because they were FUN. I'm back in the hobby now for the same exact reason, not for the "investment" aspect of it or to see who's a bigger expert on this or that.
I don't find that kind of attitude useful in real life, leave alone in a hobby that's supposed to be FUN.
I'll leave that crap to others.
I'll be busy working on mine and driving the thing - if I don't screw up whatever the next project on it is.

 

[Canyon707]

Seen this recently in Max timing thread. I thought I was on facebook but, I don't have facebook and thats why. I am here to better my car, getting ideas, not to bash anyone. Not my style.

 

[lxmodguy]

I love the forums because there is really a lot of good information out there. The one thing I dislike is that everyone on the internet is an expert. People have done things one way for years in some cases and are closed off to new ideas or approaches. I like to try to learn from anyone that has been successful at whatever they are doing. Sometimes going faster or being more reliable means adopting things from very successful people. I get into it every once in a while with the Carb vs. EFI discussions. So I will apologize in advance for that. It is something I am passionate about. I often feel like I get the brush off from folks as that EFI guy. I will tell you what though, if carbs were the cats meow we would still be running them. Now its hydraulic roller cams, EFI, and coil on plug ignitions on everything new. Its more accurate, more reliable, gets better mileage and makes more power consistently. So if I engage in a spirited debate about it please forgive me, just like the carb guys are passionate about carbs because thats what they know......I am passionate about EFI. Oh and BTW, I built my first big block mopar at 15 and that was more years ago than I care to admit

 

[66Satellite47]

I don't do Facebook, I thought a discussion about timing was was very valid. I know that there are many things that effect this and would like to hear about other folks experience. I too don't want to trash anyone.

 

[Mike67]

I agrre with all of the statements listed but FBBO is still better than any other place I've seen. Sure some post go off on tangents but for the most part I think everyone is hear to either help/teach or learn.
The best thing about FBBO is everyone gets to share their thoughts, expirences, views, and all things Mopar. Joey & the mods do a good job of maintain/policing the site. JMHO...

 

[Schober Motorsports]

Great post. 100% agree. Have learned alot from quite a few different members on this board. Thank you all for the help, hope I can return the favor.

 

[Bart K]

I am on this site for information, to find/buy parts and to share the love of classic cars in general and of course Mopars specifically. I wish I had more technical knowledge to share, but I do share what little I know when appropriate. I agree with Mike above that FBBO may have some issues, but it is the best place I have found online for all things MOPAR! I also agree that we need to support the young people as much as possible. I am always thrilled to see any young person (male or female) showing interest in US muscle cars. Lets take them under our wing and help them in any way possible.

One thing I would suggest is to make use of the staff online. Send them a PM and ask where the best place to post a particular thread is. Also, if your thread is not moving where it is, you can ask a staff member to move it to another location. I have done this previously and the staff have been more than willing to assist me, so I say make use of the best attributes of the site...the staff!

 

[CoronetDarter]

I wouldn't have started, or finished, my Coronet resto if it weren't for this site. Many thanks to members past and present.

 

[Riverdawg]

Great comments and I agree 100%. I enjoy seeing what people are building and trying to pick up tips/tricks. I am a novice gearhead. I'm getting my car closer to be driveable with help from FBBO members and from my brother, who I consider a master car and engine builder, he's been doing it all for 30+ years. Thanks for a great site and the great people here.

 

[Mike Gaines]

I frequent this sight to see what others are building, racing, having successes and failures with. Some people are pro engine builders and have a long technical background. Some are rookies looking for an honest opinion and help. Some have been at it a long time. Some just want to share their experience in the hobby. Not everyone is super talented. Not everyone has an unlimited budget. That doesn't mean that they can't try to get the best out of their stuff. I see many topics go way off the track with little or no useful information. I tell everyone, take all the opinions and answers and use your best judgement if the info is correct. But threads where the majority of the post isn't even related to the question, that's garbage. I will continue to give my best to help others here. My career has spanned 40 years working on cars from dealer tech to engineering. Been racing for 35 years. Build all my own stuff. I'm not wealthy and I'm cheap so figuring ways of doing things that work is paramount to me. So lets get at it and help everybody go quicker and faster cut out the crap. My 2 cents.
Doug

Well....My 2 cents worth....I find the Racers Hangout information
ABSOLUTELY INVALUABLE.
And I started racing MOPARS EXACTLY 53 YEARS AGO (I bought a brand new 1963 Max Wedge Aluminum Front End Liteweight when I was 21 years old.) I raced that car from 1963 thru 1968 ending up with it morphing into a 2400lb Full Fledged MOPAR Funny Car complete with Hilborns on NitroMethane. I started racing again about a year ago and I am having the time of my life just putting my 3700lb Coronet within a half second of what I ran in 1968...9.90 then versus 10.58 just last weekend...keep the cards and letters coming guys...I take in and use all of the info. THANKS.

 

[snakeoil24]

Doug your a great resource! Every time i read your stuff i learn more!

 

[747mopar]

I love the forums because there is really a lot of good information out there. The one thing I dislike is that everyone on the internet is an expert. People have done things one way for years in some cases and are closed off to new ideas or approaches. I like to try to learn from anyone that has been successful at whatever they are doing. Sometimes going faster or being more reliable means adopting things from very successful people. I get into it every once in a while with the Carb vs. EFI discussions. So I will apologize in advance for that. It is something I am passionate about. I often feel like I get the brush off from folks as that EFI guy. I will tell you what though, if carbs were the cats meow we would still be running them. Now its hydraulic roller cams, EFI, and coil on plug ignitions on everything new. Its more accurate, more reliable, gets better mileage and makes more power consistently. So if I engage in a spirited debate about it please forgive me, just like the carb guys are passionate about carbs because thats what they know......I am passionate about EFI. Oh and BTW, I built my first big block mopar at 15 and that was more years ago than I care to admit

LOL I'm one of the anti EFI guys but not the type your referring too..... I hope? EFI is better in just about every single way accept one... you need a computer instead of a screwdriver. I love seeing a modern fuel injected motor in a classic or even an EFI adapted to a classic motor I just don't comprehend computers that well haha. I appreciate seeing what guys like you are doing.

I think anytime you have the shear number of posters that FBBO has your going to have these issues but it's also what makes it great. Been a tremendous help and motivator for myself.