I've been lurking on MAACA for a while now. Overall, I'm happy to have this forum available (as opposed to RGP) for (somewhat) local pinball talk. But, I think posters should do some things better. Note these are my _OPINIONS_ and I'd rather not argue about it. Don't PM me. Don't PM Sparky. I'd prefer you read my suggestions, and if you agree with them, make sure you're not part of the problem from now on.

1) Posting in the wrong spot. There is a "Pins only" forum, and yet most of the conversation on the general "MAACA Forum and Chat" is about pins. Huh?

2) Hijacked threads. Everyone knows what these are. Why not start a new thread rather than getting too far off topic, because this leads to....

3) Unanswered questions. When someone asks if anyone's dealt with SRG Enterprises (for example), responding with "my second cousin once thought about buying a game from him" is not useful. A recommendation based on personal experience is being requested. If you have one, give it. If not, keep quiet. When asked how to enter diagnostics mode on a System 11B, "look in the manual" is not useful. Write something that will help the original poster. Otherwise, we get....

4) Run-on threads. I think the number of replies in a thread should be limited. There aren't usually 50+ useful points to make on a specific topic. But there often are this many replies, most of which are....

5) One-line responses. I suppose there's a time and place for everything, and I do appreciate brevity. But I don't want to see everyone and his dog chime in with the cockiest comment he can think of at the time. I suggest waiting ten minutes before reading any thread and replying. And also, how about no more...

6) "PM sent". What does this accomplish? It should be obvious by now that response order is meaningless in trying to snag a deal. Simply send the PM. Or phone. Or use Morse code or smoke signals or whatever. I don't want to know you're trying to communicate.

7) Bad pictures. If I'm going to consider buying a game without seeing it first, I'm interested in things like wear on the playfield. How can I see this from a picture of the whole playfield taken from 4 feet away? Why not take close-ups of the high-wear areas like the return lanes or between the slingshots (unless you have something to hide, which is my immediate assumption).

"Wanted to buy", with no qualifications. What does WTB mean on its own? My opinion: nothing at all. If you're selling a game and see my WTB post, do you contact me first? Nope. Wouldn't it make sense to include what might ruin your interest (WTB within driving distance of Montreal or WTB: GnR, willing to pay up to $4600 etc)? Otherwise people respond (with bad pix) to WTB ads, only to find they've wasted their time. Similar statement for games for sale. Please include whether you're willing to ship so I don't waste your time.

9) Real names. Hi, I'm "nastiupset". Does Terrance now own Adam's TSPP, and is Glen meeting Phil or Claude at the next Starburst auction? Who are these people? Please have mercy on those who aren't members of the Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal pinball leagues.

10) Deals gone bad stories that don't identify participants. Aaaargh, what's the point? If you really want to help and not just look for sympathy, ensure others don't make the same mistake as you. Reputation should mean a lot in this hobby. I'm surprised scammers are still around given how easy it should theoretically be to look up someone's past dealings.

11) No proofreading. Just a pet peeve of mine. Is it two much too ask that chew cheque you're grammar; speeling; and punctuation, before posting?

That's my two cents. Actually, it feels like a few dollars' worth. Keep flippin'!! Well, there it is.

WOW!!

tartagliag

How bout this, you don't like the way things are done here, don't come here simple as that, not like your contributing anything other then your "rant" to this forum so why would anyone care what you have to say anyway?

As for peoples real names, try reading a bit more, mines at the bottom, nice to see you hiding behind your handle tho.

Here's a little rant of my own: guys who show up and start yapping and everyone in the room is saying "Who the hell is that guy?"  

Welcome to MAACA!  Glad you're here!

Daniel

So I was thinking if you had a brown cow and a jersey cow, which cow would weigh the most? and could you still ride it into town?



EDIT:
Terry (for the new guy)

Quoted from b1buwg97

So I was thinking if you had a brown cow and a jersey cow, which cow would weigh the most? and could you still ride it into town?



EDIT:
Terry (for the new guy)

Everyone knows the brown cow would weigh the most !  And you can only ride it into town if you live in Aylmer.

Quoted from b1buwg97

So I was thinking if you had a brown cow and a jersey cow, which cow would weigh the most? and could you still ride it into town?



EDIT:
Terry (for the new guy)

How about discussing formunda cheese?

We discuss a hell of a lot more pinball than just about any other place under the sun north of the 49th on here. That is the main objective. Other things come up in the conversation. That's the nature of forums. We even feel it's quite acceptable to comment on peoples FS threads and you know what, it keeps it in the limelight.

It works without a whole heck of a lot of rules. I think we get along fine. Welcome to our disfunctional, functional pinball family.

If Sparky or one of the other admins doesn't like where something is stuck for housekeeping, guess what, they move it.

Aylmer ONTARIO or Aylmer QUEBEC?

I have been to both...never did see any cows there though...

Maybe they upgraded to riding lawnmowers.

I think Nasti forgot to include...

12)    Guys who post threads about how other people should post threads.  These are so presumptuous, and what do they really accomplish ?


I think the unwritten rule is you have to post 100 times before you can rag about how the forum operates.

Seriously?  This thread shoud be removed as it is COMPLETELY off topic  

Very good attempt at getting his user name into our emotional realm!

Hey Steve, you know that member who sold you that thing that didn't work....well, I would suggest nobody buys anything from him again. I think I'll PM Ian about this.....

Also, brown cows do give brown milk, spaghetti grows on trees, and when making a funny face, if you get slapped on the back, it stays that way forever...this is just science guys, jezzzz!

Oh yeah, and Mr. Lurking Cadet, welcome to finally posting on the group.....you seem to be making friends already with your constructive criticism. Good job!  
Take a chill pill, relax, enjoy the witty banter, and turn that frown upside-down....its only pinball!

Everyone PM Ian.. he loves it

So to be fair, I did not read all of this I got bored half way through...
But after re-reading the other half, he make a good point, him types way gooder english than me but I bet I gots a better rememory

Quoted from nastiupset

I've been lurking on MAACA for a while now. Overall, I'm happy to have this forum available (as opposed to RGP) for (somewhat) local pinball talk. But, I think posters should do some things better. Note these are my _OPINIONS_ and I'd rather not argue about it. Don't PM me. Don't PM Sparky. I'd prefer you read my suggestions, and if you agree with them, make sure you're not part of the problem from now on.

1) Posting in the wrong spot. There is a "Pins only" forum, and yet most of the conversation on the general "MAACA Forum and Chat" is about pins. Huh?

2) Hijacked threads. Everyone knows what these are. Why not start a new thread rather than getting too far off topic, because this leads to....

3) Unanswered questions. When someone asks if anyone's dealt with SRG Enterprises (for example), responding with "my second cousin once thought about buying a game from him" is not useful. A recommendation based on personal experience is being requested. If you have one, give it. If not, keep quiet. When asked how to enter diagnostics mode on a System 11B, "look in the manual" is not useful. Write something that will help the original poster. Otherwise, we get....

4) Run-on threads. I think the number of replies in a thread should be limited. There aren't usually 50+ useful points to make on a specific topic. But there often are this many replies, most of which are....

5) One-line responses. I suppose there's a time and place for everything, and I do appreciate brevity. But I don't want to see everyone and his dog chime in with the cockiest comment he can think of at the time. I suggest waiting ten minutes before reading any thread and replying. And also, how about no more...

6) "PM sent". What does this accomplish? It should be obvious by now that response order is meaningless in trying to snag a deal. Simply send the PM. Or phone. Or use Morse code or smoke signals or whatever. I don't want to know you're trying to communicate.

7) Bad pictures. If I'm going to consider buying a game without seeing it first, I'm interested in things like wear on the playfield. How can I see this from a picture of the whole playfield taken from 4 feet away? Why not take close-ups of the high-wear areas like the return lanes or between the slingshots (unless you have something to hide, which is my immediate assumption).

"Wanted to buy", with no qualifications. What does WTB mean on its own? My opinion: nothing at all. If you're selling a game and see my WTB post, do you contact me first? Nope. Wouldn't it make sense to include what might ruin your interest (WTB within driving distance of Montreal or WTB: GnR, willing to pay up to $4600 etc)? Otherwise people respond (with bad pix) to WTB ads, only to find they've wasted their time. Similar statement for games for sale. Please include whether you're willing to ship so I don't waste your time.

9) Real names. Hi, I'm "nastiupset". Does Terrance now own Adam's TSPP, and is Glen meeting Phil or Claude at the next Starburst auction? Who are these people? Please have mercy on those who aren't members of the Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal pinball leagues.

10) Deals gone bad stories that don't identify participants. Aaaargh, what's the point? If you really want to help and not just look for sympathy, ensure others don't make the same mistake as you. Reputation should mean a lot in this hobby. I'm surprised scammers are still around given how easy it should theoretically be to look up someone's past dealings.

11) No proofreading. Just a pet peeve of mine. Is it two much too ask that chew cheque you're grammar; speeling; and punctuation, before posting?

That's my two cents. Actually, it feels like a few dollars' worth. Keep flippin'!! Well, there it is.

Quoted from b1buwg97

So to be fair, I did not read all of this I got bored half way through

Never confuse boredom with ADD, it can lead to..... what were we saying about those cows?

Thanks guys I needed a laugh!

I think this nastiupset is Nasty and Upset for a reason.......maybe he should tell us why. Oh and for your information.....there is only one rule here: PM to Sparky! Otherwise it is all fun, just like pinball.

Quoted from Splitskull

Everyone PM Ian.. he loves it

Go ahead... I am goign though a depression bout anyways. I can use some cheering up.

Quoted from necro_nemesis

Never confuse boredom with ADD, it can lead to..... what were we saying about those cows?

Just to stray really off topic, but kinda stay on topic at the same time....Did you know that cow tipping is an urban myth. Anyone who has told you they went cow tipping, and was successful, is lying.

Firstly, cows are natures prey....they will hear the drunk giggling idiot coming to push them over, and run away.

Second, cows are really really really heavy, and have a steady stance...you would need quite a few people to push it over.

Third, due to the cows massive weight, if you were successful in tipping it over, you would crush it ribs, and kill it.

I don't want to discourage any new members, especially those that POST, rather than LURK. So, feel free to make your presence known...What a way to start out, ranting.

I`m the first to admit I lurked for about  5 seconds and started firing my mouth off  incessantly.  But you know what, its a free world. When you get out of line people will tell you here, believe me.

Anyway, we are all friendly at MAACA for the most part and flaming is an extremely uncommon practice. I have had the good fortune of meeting a lot of awesome people from here face to face as well.

So, my friend from donair land, welcome.  Feel free to unload on us and we will tolerate you for now. I commend you on how structured you are in airing your grievances.  Please be warned, just because Bubbles, Julian and Ricky f#%&@d up Sunnydale doesnt mean you, Randy or Mr. Leahy can take away our fun.


Also, you shoud be aware that Ian (Sparky) should be referred to as ``the creator`` by all new members. Or,``the creature`.

I Love Donairs

Quoted from b1buwg97

I Love Donairs

extra garlic

Quoted from Hippochrome

Just to stray really off topic, but kinda stay on topic at the same time....Did you know that cow tipping is an urban myth. Anyone who has told you they went cow tipping, and was successful, is lying.

Firstly, cows are natures prey....they will hear the drunk giggling idiot coming to push them over, and run away.

Second, cows are really really really heavy, and have a steady stance...you would need quite a few people to push it over.

Third, due to the cows massive weight, if you were successful in tipping it over, you would crush it ribs, and kill it.

Actually it's really possible but the top secret technique is only taught in vet school.   Of course a good dose of IV drugs and a rope helps

They also teach you how to use a very long glove in vet school.............but I won't even go there ........  

Nice!

Quoted from wbradley

Also, you shoud be aware that Ian (Sparky) should be referred to as ``the creator`` by all new members. Or,``the creature`.

I was always under the impression MacPhreak was the creator and Sparky was refered to as the monster. You should see him in action trying to see if children float.

Ewwwwwwwwwwah!

Quoted from medvet

Actually it's really possible but the top secret technique is only taught in vet school.   Of course a good dose of IV drugs and a rope helps

I stand corrected  

I just farted.

Quoted from machine.slave

I just farted.

I hope it wasn't one of these.

http://tinyurl.com/yfhu8ot

Now I know what a cup and sniff is. Oh wait, is this off topic? Maybe I should add a 2nd line to validate this response for Mr. Nasti

Welcome friend

Like it says on the welcome sticky, members here are always willing to share their knowledge.

on a more serious note, I do understand where the OP is coming from.. but I don't know if those rules really apply.  The forum is still fairly small, so it's somewhat a tight-knit community (whether you like the person next to you or not), and for the most part I think we all enjoy eachother's quips, whether they add something to the relevance of the thread or not.

It's also a double-edge sword though.. as that forum mentality has all but killed CGCC (I hate to say), because it keeps lurkers from participating more.. so new members are few and far between.

I also don't think we should skold the fellow for sharing his / her comments, because that also scares new members away.    

Arg, nasty clingon is driving me nuts!

I'm curious how long this is gonna get

I am dissappointed that the rant didn't include a complaint about Splitskull adding a to every frigging conversation.  

I am one of THE most tolerant (and beligerant at the same time) participants here other than what's his name, you know the guy with the, well he's always the one who - a shucks you know who I mean.... what was I going to say?  I forget, something about.... o h yah!  

Quoted from Splitskull

CLAUDE ...

Welcome to the internet!!

hah, what a jackass.

he doesn't even mention the cows.

Hahaha, Keeping a forum on topic and checked for grammer and spelling is like herding cats!

My grammer and spelling are perfect, unfortunately my typing is horrendous. and i believe in "stream of conciousness" writing, so I mostly refuse to edit myself.

That wirint style also allows me to complain about Terry Never making sure there is beer for me or Terry or Terry when we are at Starburst.
(NOtice the typo in the above line... IT STAYS BWAHAHAHAHHA)

As for names,
Blegh.


Some people call me Axe, some call me Dave, some call me "Hey Fatass", but then too many maaca members turn to look!


As for the tight knited-ness of this community, yes, it is an incestuous little group, but thats comforting.  THere is always someone willing to help yo load up a truck, or move a game.  It tends to be Montreal/ottawa based in part since it's M aaca....  It strays into Toronto since this is where Starburst is, and a big glut of collectors/hobbyists.  I lurked for a while cause it WAS M aaca,   I figured as a TOront guy, I should be Taaka... but nobody started it. and the CGCC guys are all here.

and might I add, Cheese is Delicious

You might as well comlain about threads started in English, that include French posts!!!!

JE NE COMPRENDS PAS!!!

REGARDEZ, MES PANTALONS SON DANS LA PISCINE!

Quoted from machine.slave

I just farted.

2 girls and 1 cup?

http://tinyurl.com/2e27f5

Quoted from axe

some call me "Hey Fatass", but then too many maaca members turn to look!

Bwhahahhahahah

You know this thread has done wonders for my post count

Quoted from axe

My grammer and spelling are perfect, unfortunately my typing is horrendous. and i believe in "stream of conciousness" writing, so I mostly refuse to edit myself.

This is pretty much the case for me as well. I may proof read once only to ensure that what I wrote gets the point across. If there is a there, their, thier or they're in the sentence, as long as it sounds like "there" it's left intact the way I initially wrote it. I usually know it's wrong right after I typed it but it's getting on with that "stream of consciousness" and not getting wound up in making sure I have used the entirely correct application of the word or it's correct spelling. I write documents for wide spread dissemination in my everyday job and at times they get proof read several times, then sent through a second person, and finally to a secretary for final checks to ensure it is as grammatically correct as humanly possible and properly formatted. At any rate having to live through that on a daily basis, I don't want to go through that same process here so whatever I am writing I usually don't check at all.

Besides with 5000 plus posts how much time do you really think I spend proof-reading?

Oh yes and I often deliberately write in slang, which as you probably well know is intended to be read like a script to have the proper effect.

I COMPLETELY forgot to add this on topic pinball video I found the other day.  Knock yourself out.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFbBBKh7W2A  

So, even though we dumped on Nasti for pointing out the obvious, he/she is now a part of the family. Welcome to our weird, overly-obsessed, manic-depressive, self-righteous world.

And if you're really really bored this morning, this one will make you go "huh?  I guess you're right, MAACA isn't as F&pped up as it can get out there. My life is good." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFbEBVuVHZc&feature=fvw

A little YouTube is a dangerous thing.

Quoted from necro_nemesis

We discuss a hell of a lot more pinball than just about any other place under the sun north of the 49th on here. That is the main objective. Other things come up in the conversation. That's the nature of forums. We even feel it's quite acceptable to comment on peoples FS threads and you know what, it keeps it in the limelight.

Heck, that's human nature....Why try to change?

Quoted from websherpa

And if you're really really bored this morning, this one will make you go "huh?  I guess you're right, MAACA isn't as F&pped up as it can get out there. My life is good." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFbEBVuVHZc&feature=fvw

A little YouTube is a dangerous thing.

there is min and 45 sec of my life i will never get back.

well most of the users here all know each other or have met. they continue to do so and always invite new people into the real world of the hobby. so if you see things that look rude or silly or dare i say even stupid. its just people keeping a friendship alive with the people in the hobby till the next time they meet. now this is a open invitation to all to show up at a meeting and i "know" you will find people a lot  different from what they post here. so i do understand that lurkers find it hard to jump in as it seems a little aggressive but take my word it isn't, its just fun. perhaps we need a venn diagram of specific groups so people will understand the links between conversations.

  I really need a Family Guy machine..         Funniest thing I've ever seen...                         http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9ebNERqFyc

Quoted from nastiupset

6) "PM sent". What does this accomplish? It should be obvious by now that response order is meaningless in trying to snag a deal. Simply send the PM. Or phone. Or use Morse code or smoke signals or whatever. I don't want to know you're trying to communicate.

Is really the same as....



People just marking their territory in public.

wow.  who let the strick school teacher into the group?  felt like we all got the strap.
  don't know where the f you got your info.  but so much of it is wrong.  
   like the part about putting up PM sent and that we don't follow order of such.  i find most of us on the board do so.  unless we mention first come first gets or first one with cash gets it.
  as for the grammer.  i don't give a crap if i spell something or put the wrong word in.  this isn't school house rocks.   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWYmEICNgOQ&feature=player_embedded
  

Quoted from shoeguy

  I really need a Family Guy machine..         Funniest thing I've ever seen...                         http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9ebNERqFyc

And now I know why I bought Shrek!  

I read this last night and was at a loss. Whether true or not it oozes with negativity and the pen cuts sharper than the sword so I've opted to counter with a positive

From a noob, newb...cadet or whatever, I can say that I've progressed way more with the knowledge and laughs that I've gained by reading on here since last April than I would have by hacking it out on my own in the basement. The deciphering the of the post is half the fun.
I've also met in person some really nice people. I will continue to steal shamelessly, contribute fairly and eventually add knowledge where applicable.

My coppers
TFC "Jeff"

BTW - Depression is anger without the enthusiam

God could i get the 2 minutes i lost back jesus  

Quoted from websherpa

And if you're really really bored this morning, this one will make you go "huh?  I guess you're right, MAACA isn't as F&pped up as it can get out there. My life is good." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFbEBVuVHZc&feature=fvw

A little YouTube is a dangerous thing.

Quoted from nastiupset

I've been lurking on MAACA for a while now.

That's my two cents. Actually, it feels like a few dollars' worth. Keep flippin'!! Well, there it is.

Last time I was lurking, the judge ordered me to stay away from her window. and to quit flippin, well there it is again. thats my 2 cents worth

I think this fits

Quoted from shoeguy

  I really need a Family Guy machine..        

Get in line..  I'm first.

Mike

Btw it is spelling not speeling. Don't forget to proof read.
Btw natsiupset use to be a long time member of topl before he moved to halifax and gave adam a run for his money
But of coarse he never beat me

Quoted from pinstocker

Btw it is spelling not speeling. Don't forget to proof read.
Btw natsiupset use to be a long time member of topl before he moved to halifax and gave adam a run for his money
But of coarse he never beat me

Is that Mark?  

What the hell Mark? I never figured you would post something like this, I just figured this was another random internet troll.  The guys here on MAACA on no better (or no worse ) then the guys you used to know in TOPL, it's all just a matter of having the right attitude and sorry buddy this isn't the best way to endear yourself to the group.  

>>But of coarse he never beat me

Yea Paul you are greatest player ever  but you actually have to show up to things for it to matter   

Ah. Keeping the thread alive. It was only 5 pages long.

Hey I just figured it would be interesting to post why most of us don't spell correctly. It's not because we can't, it's because it doesn't matter.

Cna yuo raed tihs? 55 plepoe out of 100 can.

The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt!

hloy siht!!

Shouldn't we all be playing pinball (or is that pin ball)? ... or at least be fixing pins.

  yep.  even if its written right, i will mix it up with my dylexia.  read what necro wrote like it was nothing at all

Quoted from necro_nemesis

Ah. Keeping the thread alive. It was only 5 pages long.

Hey I just figured it would be interesting to post why most of us don't spell correctly. It's not because we can't, it's because it doesn't matter.

Cna yuo raed tihs? 55 plepoe out of 100 can.

The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt!

Just wanted to be part of the thread

5 pages... sigh

Quoted from necro_nemesis

Cna yuo raed tihs? 55 plepoe out of 100 can.

The phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid, aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it dseno't mtaetr in waht oerdr the ltteres in a wrod are, the olny iproamtnt tihng is taht the frsit and lsat ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a taotl mses and you can sitll raed it whotuit a pboerlm. Tihs is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Azanmig huh? yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt!

hilarious...
Seriously, How much time did it take you to write this down Glen?
probably more than it would of took to write it down properly...

more random posts

Quoted from necro_nemesis

yaeh and I awlyas tghuhot slpeling was ipmorantt!

Really?

Could've fooled me  

I wonder whats the page limit on a thread.. 51?

Once again I say:

Quoted from websherpa

Once again I say:

Time to up my post count.

Quoted from Cobra99

Time to up my post count.

true

dammit...I'm late...is it too late to rant about stuff?  darn

Me too

Not sure what I am agreeing with, but a doesn't a thread this long requie some obligatory "Me too" posts?

Alan - still upset that I missed out on being post 52

So what is the record for the most pointless replies to one thread?  This one has to be in the running.  What was it about again?  Something about not capitalizing sentences correctly in posts??  

the point of this thread was to prove how pointless threads like this are.  

+1

I like cake.

Quoted from pinsRfun

I like cake.

I don't.

what cake?

The cake is a lie!!

Quoted from pinsRfun

I like cake.

Pie is better.

Quoted from Vengeance

The cake is a lie!!

Great game.