DISCLAIMER: Volatile rant ahead.
What is wrong with people these days? So very entitled and risk adverse.
One reoccurring theme I am seeing in this hobby are those people who “see” the results and want the results, but are incapable of understanding or appreciating the effort that went into achieving those results. The internet has made images and information so readily accessible to everyone that they just want that instant gratification to transfer into real life – especially with their cars. We are fortunate that there are so many well documented builds here; yet with the growing popularity of the G-body we are seeing an onslaught of newbs showing up wanting the solutions to all of the problems solved by so few. A quick and easy recipe – add water, mix, heat, and enjoy - does not exist.
Suspension, brakes, engine swaps, and wheels. Oh God! Wheels!
Do you know how many questions I have fielded over the years on how to fit tire/wheel combos on cars that they said was impossible? I have gone so far as to write a tutorial on the subject.
Yet, it is too much effort – if it doesn’t fall out of a catalogue or is neatly packaged by a vendor – they just fluff it off. The information is provided – but, action is not taken.
Moreover on this point we are also subject to those who want specific results traction, handling, power, etc – but, are completely unwilling to shirk their preconceived notions or take the extreme measures necessary to achieve their desired results. Ladies and gents lurking about this site, it is time to break out the sawzall, angle grinder (w/zip disc of spinning death), and procure a welder – and do it for yourself; make the mistake, fix it, and carry on. If you want extreme results you have to push the limits, both yours and the car's - otherwise the sheep line forms to the left.
Again, as stated before, the openness of the community here is refreshing (so many talented and daring owners) – but don’t PM me a poorly written inquiry expecting a sunny reply packed with pixie-dust full of magical solutions. Show me what you know, and I will help validate it.
Built, not bought.
What is wrong with people these days? So very entitled and risk adverse.
One reoccurring theme I am seeing in this hobby are those people who “see” the results and want the results, but are incapable of understanding or appreciating the effort that went into achieving those results. The internet has made images and information so readily accessible to everyone that they just want that instant gratification to transfer into real life – especially with their cars. We are fortunate that there are so many well documented builds here; yet with the growing popularity of the G-body we are seeing an onslaught of newbs showing up wanting the solutions to all of the problems solved by so few. A quick and easy recipe – add water, mix, heat, and enjoy - does not exist.
Suspension, brakes, engine swaps, and wheels. Oh God! Wheels!
Do you know how many questions I have fielded over the years on how to fit tire/wheel combos on cars that they said was impossible? I have gone so far as to write a tutorial on the subject.
Yet, it is too much effort – if it doesn’t fall out of a catalogue or is neatly packaged by a vendor – they just fluff it off. The information is provided – but, action is not taken.
Moreover on this point we are also subject to those who want specific results traction, handling, power, etc – but, are completely unwilling to shirk their preconceived notions or take the extreme measures necessary to achieve their desired results. Ladies and gents lurking about this site, it is time to break out the sawzall, angle grinder (w/zip disc of spinning death), and procure a welder – and do it for yourself; make the mistake, fix it, and carry on. If you want extreme results you have to push the limits, both yours and the car's - otherwise the sheep line forms to the left.
Again, as stated before, the openness of the community here is refreshing (so many talented and daring owners) – but don’t PM me a poorly written inquiry expecting a sunny reply packed with pixie-dust full of magical solutions. Show me what you know, and I will help validate it.
Built, not bought.
