No Personal Questions... Please! - Honda Pilot

kemosabe · 08-27-2003, 04:09 PM

Not sure why I'm putting this thread in the DC/Metro area forum, but here goes anyway...

The purpose of this thread is for me to cut/paste this URL into Private Messages and E-mails. Over the past couple of months, I have been getting LOTS of PMs and e-mails asking for my opinion(s) about bug deflectors, pricing, tires, scrunches, 2004 changes, my maternal lineage, and anything & everything else that you can think of.

While I enjoy helping people out, I just don't have the time anymore to answer all of the personal requests that I receive on an (almost) daily basis -- it's too time-consuming to spend close to a ½ hour or more researching the answer and typing up a response...

...so, if you've been unlucky enuff to have been re-directed to this thread by kemosabe, now you know why. Sorry I have to resort to this tactic, but I just don't have the time to search out answers for everyone!!! Please post your questions in one of the forums here on honda-pilot.org or seek out help from this thread: New members: ask here instead of starting new thread...

Okay, climbing down from

ramirami · 08-27-2003, 06:57 PM

kemo--->

<--honda-pilot.org members

bkwon · 08-27-2003, 07:57 PM

Now we all already know you're very helpful, and resourceful. On top of that, with all your postings, pics, scanning stuff, etc ... some of us probably figure you've got so much time on your hands ...

I think we should just put you on the payroll ...

oops ... there's no budget for that ...

tim.s · 08-27-2003, 10:27 PM

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Originally posted by bkwon
Now we all already know you're very helpful, and resourceful. On top of that, with all your postings, pics, scanning stuff, etc ... some of us probably figure you've got so much time on your hands ...

I think we should just put you on the payroll ... oops ... there's no budget for that ...

Maybe we can work out some org stickers or merchandise for compensation.

But it sounds like kemosabe needs our help with some of these new questions. Let's not let him donw.

kemosabe · 08-27-2003, 11:03 PM

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Originally posted by tim.s
Maybe we can work out some org stickers or merchandise for compensation.

But it sounds like kemosabe needs our help with some of these new questions. Let's not let him donw.

Mainly, it's been newbies (I think, judging by their "join" date and the fact that they have "0" posts

). I think it's a combination of them being afraid to post their questions on a public forum for fear of being flamed, and add to that, the fact that I have a lot of posts (and Mod status) so they think I know everything

about anything that goes on here on honda-pilot.org...

Ferdball · 08-28-2003, 01:00 AM

Maybe you should get some choice words together and convince these people to join the nice community of honda-pilot.org. You could be our best advocate for promoting our opinions and vast experiences here. Heck, we know more collectively than any dealer or service department hacks! (while Phil Nevin hits a grand slam...)
We'll do our best to help you out here Kemo. Send 'em our way!

florida_guy · 08-28-2003, 01:49 AM

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Originally posted by Ferdball
Heck, we know more collectively than any dealer or service department hacks! (while Phil Nevin hits a grand slam...)

I certainly experienced that. For the most part (there were a couple of exceptions) I feel that my fleet sales guy was about as straight up as one could possibly expect. He taught me a bunch of things about the workings of the pilot and pointed out some features I wasn't aware of. However, when it came to problems and such he was clueless compared to me.

One example.... I mentioned the scrunch thing. He said well you're always going to find some guys on the Internet that will complain about little things that no one else would even notice. I, of course, mentioned that Honda had acknowledged the problem and was trying to fix it. He say "Oh!" in a genuinely surprised voice.

Ziploc · 08-28-2003, 04:31 PM

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Originally posted by kemosabe

Mainly, it's been newbies (I think, judging by their "join" date and the fact that they have "0" posts ). I think it's a combination of them being afraid to post their questions on a public forum for fear of being flamed...

Hopefully, these folks haven't seen any indications in visiting our site that they may be flamed or ridiculed for asking honest questions. IMHO, we should try to be welcoming to new members and encourage their participation (then, they probably wouldn't be as likely to seek out Kemo or others they see as "safe" places to direct their questions). I do think that the great majority of the time, our "family" here goes out of its way to welcome newbies and to be helpful. And of course, some folks are just gonna be shy about public forums, no matter what.

rtresco · 08-28-2003, 06:36 PM

No personal questions?

Dang, kemo, I was going to ask you about a problem that I am having with my in-laws

Seriously, noone has flamed me yet... and I'm way short on the question-to-answer ratio.

kemosabe · 08-28-2003, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by rtresco
No personal questions?

Dang, kemo, I was going to ask you about a problem that I am having with my in-laws

[ S N I P P E D ]

rtresco: Do what I do with mine...

kemosabe · 10-09-2003, 05:43 PM

aldrhda sent me this PM -- anybody wanna take a shot at this and help him/her out???

Quote:

DATE: Oct 10, 2003
SUBJ: stickers
Good day,

Im planning to buy honda.org stickers.whom/where can i get it?thanks.

PEACE!!!!

Twinkie · 10-09-2003, 09:41 PM

OMG! I feel your pain, Kemo. Thanks for taking one for the team! Keep up the good work.

kemosabe · 10-10-2003, 06:29 PM

Can anyone help out mrque with his/her question???

Received this as an e-mail yesterday:

Quote:

This is a message from mrque at HONDA PILOT .ORG ( http://www.piloteers.org/forums/index.php ). The HONDA PILOT .ORG owners cannot accept any responsibility for the contents of the email.

To email mrque, you can use this online form:

http://www.piloteers.org/forums/memb...rm&userid=7790

OR, by email:

mailto:mrque1911@aol.com

This is the message:

Is the Pilot on the web site with the Sunroof specially made or is it a option??

wwong · 10-10-2003, 08:58 PM

Kemo,

I suggest you make this post a sticky.

Sent you out one of my "custom accessories". I, for one, really appreciate your post and pics and just want to say thanks. You should get it before the luncheon, I hope!

Ziploc · 10-10-2003, 09:47 PM

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Originally posted by Twinkie
OMG! I feel your pain, Kemo. Thanks for taking one for the team! Keep up the good work.

PMs--and now (at least one) e-mail. Sometimes you just can't get a simple message across.

Kemo, thanks for being a good guy (after all, you ARE the Lone Ranger)!

08-27-2003, 06:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
ramirami 'da Moderator Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Arlington Hts., IL Posts: 7,969 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	kemo---> <--honda-pilot.org members __________________ ~~2003 Starlight Silver EXL_RES~~ 2005 Blue Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 2011 Black Audi Q5 2.0T

08-27-2003, 07:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
bkwon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada Posts: 211 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	your reputation, that's why Now we all already know you're very helpful, and resourceful. On top of that, with all your postings, pics, scanning stuff, etc ... some of us probably figure you've got so much time on your hands ... I think we should just put you on the payroll ... oops ... there's no budget for that ...

08-28-2003, 01:00 AM	#6 (permalink)
Ferdball Ferdspeed3 Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 790 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Maybe you should get some choice words together and convince these people to join the nice community of honda-pilot.org. You could be our best advocate for promoting our opinions and vast experiences here. Heck, we know more collectively than any dealer or service department hacks! (while Phil Nevin hits a grand slam...) We'll do our best to help you out here Kemo. Send 'em our way! __________________ 03 Pilot EX-L Starlight Silver #18440 P0470 = $3700

08-28-2003, 06:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
rtresco Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 495 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Re: No Personal Questions... Please! No personal questions? Dang, kemo, I was going to ask you about a problem that I am having with my in-laws Seriously, noone has flamed me yet... and I'm way short on the question-to-answer ratio. __________________ 2003 White Pilot EX # 61624 2004 Silver Tundra DoubleCab SR5 2008 White Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X

10-09-2003, 09:41 PM	#12 (permalink)
Twinkie Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Washington Posts: 449 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	OMG! I feel your pain, Kemo. Thanks for taking one for the team! Keep up the good work. __________________ '03 Nighthawk Black Pearl EX-L #26,097 Side steps, Chrome Bumper Garnish, Rear Splashguards, FormFit Air Deflector, Cargo Tray, Center Console Foam Pads, New Lower Friction Door Seals (ah, sweet silence)

10-10-2003, 08:58 PM	#14 (permalink)
wwong Super Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,368 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Kemo, I suggest you make this post a sticky. Sent you out one of my "custom accessories". I, for one, really appreciate your post and pics and just want to say thanks. You should get it before the luncheon, I hope! __________________ Custom Non Slip Foam Pads for the Honda Pilot, Click here to visit my website 2003 Honda Pilot EXL-NAV, Starlight Silver, #86733 "Featured Pilot March 2004" EXTERIOR-Perfect Fit Hood Guard, Lower Trim, Lower Trim Garnish, Bumper Garnish, Fog Lights with Eurodezigns H3 bulbs, Wheel Locks, Fender Flares, Crossbars, Door Mirror Covers, Vent Visors, Running Boards, Rear Splash Guards, Trailer Hitch, Pilot #PM555 Stainless Steel Exhaust Tips, Euro Dezigns H4 replacing Sylvania Silverstars, Tire Minders, EX emblem, Third Brake Light Decal, Michelin CT, Chrome OEM Wheels, Muth Signal Mirrors, Sylvania #885 Back Up Lights INTERIOR-Wooden Shift Lever, Wood Grain Interior Trim, All Weather Mats, Cargo Cover, Cargo Organizer, Cargo Tray, Cargo Liner, Trunk Organizer, Broadway Optics Mirror, Raybrig R130 ELECTRONICS-Networkcar, Power Inverter, Nav DVD upgrade V.2.11C, Rear View Camera CUSTOM ACCESSORIES- Door Edge Guard, Foam Pads for Center Console and 2nd Row Activity Tray, Foam Pads for Doors and 3rd Row Bins and Cupholders, Dead Pedal Cover, Cargo Storage Pad, Padded Glove Box, Sunglass Holder Pad, Pillar Protection Tape, Fog Light Covers, Door Reflectors, Cargo Liner Velcro Replacement Kit, Chrome h-p License Plate Frame, VTM-4 emblem, Chrome Accent for the OEM Lower Trim, Chrome Accent for the OEM Running Boards, Chrome Grille Accent, Navi Screen Protector, Non-Slip Pad for the OEM Cargo Tray, hp.org sticker and tee

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