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- Wondermike
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Sad to see Bill go, I can't believe it's been over ten years since this place started. One of few North American members still left here, so many have departed over the years.
I said when he showed us a few weeks ago, but the Jeep looks awesome. Enjoy it and the retirement from the forum
I said when he showed us a few weeks ago, but the Jeep looks awesome. Enjoy it and the retirement from the forum
- 2dogs
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It doesn’t seem that long ago we met at Homecoming 08 Sorry to see you go,
All the best in the future
All the best in the future
Blue Z4MC - now gone
- pvr
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yep, ashame it is an end of an era. Good luck, but don't stop dropping in. I occasionally drop in as well
Current:
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
- Marlon
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Part of the reason this forum is one of the best is because of the way its moderated, and you set the standard Bill - I'm sure your legacy will be carried forward for another decade. All the best
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911 997 Carrera S
- mr wilks
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Sad news indeed Bill , guess the same will come to all of us at some point Jeep looks ace & the mountain hideaway sounds perfect . Best wishes
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997 C4
TTRS
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3 E89s
5 Si coupes
5 Si roadsters
997 C4
TTRS
F82 M4
MK7 Golf Gti
current Bmw 6 Gran Turismo
- mcbeee
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Golden Retrievers and "Z"cars, I always loved your avatar, reminded me of my first Goldie. I'm glad you will be hiding in the background on the forum, your advice will always be welcome. I was always a Landcruiser guy, had an FJ45 for 14 years and know all about snowy roads.... enjoy the Jeep and the new direction.
Cheers,
Mike
Cheers,
Mike
Sold the Z4 M Roadster and a 911 Carrera S now I have a 2021 Z4 3.0i
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Thanks to everyone for their kind comments:
Your correct you don't need to have a Z4 to be a member or to be a mod.
I am sure the photo contest will continue and I suspect one or more of the other mods will take on that task.
I'm really careful as I am at an age where the work of getting unstuck is not for me.
Thanks as I was allowed to move it from my M Roadster to my new Jeep.Ducklakeview wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2017 3:28 pm Sorry to see you go m8..
Quite like that jeep, and loving the plate!
Thanks you but change is good and a new mod every now and then I believe is a good thing. Anyway and after 10 years I was qualified for retirement and my mod pension does will not increase with additional years of service.firebobby wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2017 3:30 pm Sad that you are leaving and standing down as a mod, you are a calming factor on here, you don't have to own a Zed to be a mod you know .
I hope you don't regret selling your Zee, that was a long term friend I suspect.
That is a stunning Jeep, we have a Nissan 4x4 which is great in the snow and for towing duties.
I knew exactly what options I wanted on the Jeep with the exception of the color. I had a lot of difficulty making that decision but I am liking the color (Rhino Clearcoat Gray) more every day.
Your correct you don't need to have a Z4 to be a member or to be a mod.
I am sure the photo contest will continue and I suspect one or more of the other mods will take on that task.
It was a hard decision to sell my Zed as they have been a part of my life since March of 2003. I knew that would be closing a chapter of my life so to speak. Yes, I will post up a few pictures and maybe even a video sometime this winter once I dedide on a new drive cam.
Getting stuck is really easy. Getting unstuck not so much and really hard work!
I'm really careful as I am at an age where the work of getting unstuck is not for me.
It will be a hard habit to stop checking in here every now and then and since it will be very hard I will not even try to stop.Darren Slone wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2017 4:40 pm Sorry to hear that you’re stepping down as a mod but happy that you’ll still be popping in now and again, best of luck
Thank you...
Thank you...
I agree the Defender is one of the best off-road vehicles ever. It has a larger gasoline tank for better range, much more cargo space for extended trips into wilderness areas and the load capacity to carry that cargo. These are 3 of the noticable weekness of the Jeep brand. However I don't think there is any vehicle that has more aftermarket solution for making a Jeep more useful.
Thank you...
Thank you...
Thank you and for recognizing that a lot of time is involved. I know I did not realize that until I became a mod.
Thank you... I miss my Z4 already and next spring I know it will be difficult as I see all the events being planned and knowing that I will not be involved in them in many cases.
Thanks and most of the US members have moved to FaceBook which has it advantages but the big weakness is a “how to do it” post for example will get lost and after a short time and will be very difficult to find. Anything posted here can be found quickly using the search function.Wondermike wrote: ↑Sun Oct 22, 2017 8:46 pm Sad to see Bill go, I can't believe it's been over ten years since this place started. One of few North American members still left here, so many have departed over the years.
I said when he showed us a few weeks ago, but the Jeep looks awesome. Enjoy it and the retirement from the forum
Home coming 2008 was one of those event that I will never forget.
Thanks and I will be dropping in frequently.
Thanks and I believe the forum will continue to be very successful.
I like getting away from the traffic, noise and especially the city lights. Without the city lights in the mountain I can actually see the stars in a dark sky at night.
Thanks and it is a shame that the FJ45 was discontinued as I really liked them as well.mcbeee wrote: ↑Mon Oct 23, 2017 3:46 pm Golden Retrievers and "Z"cars, I always loved your avatar, reminded me of my first Goldie. I'm glad you will be hiding in the background on the forum, your advice will always be welcome. I was always a Landcruiser guy, had an FJ45 for 14 years and know all about snowy roads.... enjoy the Jeep and the new direction.
Cheers,
- Number5
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Thanks for all your contributions Bill. You will be greatlymissed.
Thank goodness SiRHutch will take on the Photo Comp though
Thank goodness SiRHutch will take on the Photo Comp though
- pvr
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He will start it, but never finish it ...
Current:
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
- enzed4
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Echoing the sentiments of others - thank you VERY much for your work on this forum. As a forum administrator myself for several years, I know the hard work that goes on 'behind the scenes' to keep the site looking and running great. Best of luck with the new Jeep - should be a hoot come winter and that 50mi trip
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- srhutch
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Wow, sorry to hear this. We, on this side of the water, are really a minority in this forum. Anyway, best of luck with your new ventures and keep us in mind from time to time.
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Continental ProContact RX SSR's.
- MrPT
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I also moderated a forum for a few years. It's not easy and the success/atmosphere of this place is very much a credit to yourself and the team.
Good luck for the future and make sure you drop back in the moment you decide that selling was a big mistake.
Good luck for the future and make sure you drop back in the moment you decide that selling was a big mistake.
2008 Z4MC: heavy wheels | crap suspension | skittish rear end | wobbly engine | not enough induction noise | underwhelming turn in | inconsistent braking | lardy battery | chubby steering wheel
2006 Z4 2.5si: gone
2006 Z4 2.5si: gone
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- Lifer
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Enough already...just GTFO
Alll the best BTW
Alll the best BTW