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GENERAL => BIKE TALK => Topic started by: Pat Dietrich on January 16, 2004, 07:32:00 PM

Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 16, 2004, 07:32:00 PM: I HAVE BEEN ON THIS SITE FOR 3 YEARS AND IN THAT 3 YEARS HAVE NEVER CLICKED ON THE DONATION SQUARE, YOU KNOW, THE ONE RIGHT AFTER HAYABUSA PARTS THAT ALL OF US HAVE BEEN ON. I HAVE PUMPED INFO OUT OF DENNIS AND OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE THROUGH TRIAL AND ERROR, FIGURED OUT WHAT MOST OF US NEED TO KNOW. I TALK TO DENNIS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK VIA INSTANT MESSAGES. MOSTLY TO PUMP INFORMATION OUT OF HIM, BUT ALSO LIKE HAVING HIM TRY TO CRACK ON ME. (http://images/smiles/icon_razz.gif)
MY POINT THAT I'M GETTING TO IS THE FACT THAT I JUST FOUND OUT WHAT HE PAYS OUT OF HIS POCKET FOR US TO HAVE A PLACE TO LEARN ABOUT OUR BIKES AND MEET PEOPLE FROM AROUND THE WORLD. I HAVE NOT GAVE A SINGLE CENT TO THE DONATION TO HELP THIS SITE KEEP GOING( SHAME ON ME) (http://images/smiles/icon_mad.gif) I TOOK FOR GRANTED THAT IT'S FREE TO BE HERE AND SO DID AND DO MOST OF YOU. I ALSO FOUND OUT WHAT HE'S GOT IN THE LAST 3 YEARS OF DONATIONS, SO I KNOW WE'RE NOT CONTRIBUTING TO THE SITE. I'M NOT A RICH PERSON BUT GOOD GOD, IF I CAN GO OUT TO DINNER AND A MOVIE WITH MY WIFE AND SPEND AT LEAST 50.00 WITHOUT BATTING AN EYE, I SURE AS HELL CAN AFFORD TO GIVE TO THIS SITE THAT I'M ON EVERY FREAKIN' DAY.
I HOPE DENNIS DOESN'T GET UPSET WITH ME FOR POSTING THIS BUT IF YOU DON'T THINK BEING HERE IS WORTH SOME TYPE OF DONATION THEN GO TO LABUSAS! (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif) .

Dennis please don't take this off. if you do, i'll go to Franks site! (http://images/smiles/converted/yes.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/lmao.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: SuperDave on January 16, 2004, 07:38:00 PM: Hey Pat,
I know exactly where you are coming from.....when Dennis told me what it cost to run this site, I had a money order to him within that same week. If we play, we should help pay. It's only fair. He is, after all, just a working stiff like the rest of us, it's just that he gets to do what we only wish we could do.
'Nuff said.
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Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 16, 2004, 07:38:00 PM: By the way, i asked Dennis what it cost he did not bring it up. Just wondering about the sales on here and the reasoning behind it. Ifpeople would not take this place for granted maybe they wouldn't have lost their privileges.
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: kb97 on January 16, 2004, 07:39:00 PM: just made a donation (http://images/smiles/icon_cool.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: THEMOTORHEAD on January 16, 2004, 07:40:00 PM: REALLY RATHER SELL EM SOMETHING OR WORK ON THIER BIKE
DON'T LIKE HANDOUTS MUCH
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: SuperDave on January 16, 2004, 07:44:00 PM: kb97,
"You're a good man, I should hate to lose you." (From an old Gregory Peck Western) Seriously, I know your donation is appreciated. Good job!. (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: irnwkrz357 on January 16, 2004, 07:45:00 PM: how much a month does it cost?
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: kb97 on January 16, 2004, 07:47:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:
REALLY RATHER SELL EM SOMETHING OR WORK ON THIER BIKE
DON'T LIKE HANDOUTS MUCH
sell me those bar ends from the hayabusa store that doesn't work when i try to order (http://images/smiles/icon_smile.gif)

and thanks super dave (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: kb97 on January 16, 2004, 07:51:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:
REALLY RATHER SELL EM SOMETHING OR WORK ON THIER BIKE
DON'T LIKE HANDOUTS MUCH
or you can sell me a custom title instead of slow ass hooptie i would like to be known as "funpants" (http://images/smiles/converted/lmao.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: SuperDave on January 16, 2004, 07:59:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:
REALLY RATHER SELL EM SOMETHING OR WORK ON THIER BIKE
DON'T LIKE HANDOUTS MUCH
Dennis,
Sorry, but this thread hit home, my friend, your efforts have given a lot of people a ton of riding exitement/fun/thrill/whatever. This site is, without a doubt, the best for those of us that want the best. Why shouldn't you get a little assistance? It's not a handout. Just recognition for who you are, what you have done, and what we know you will do for "the cause" in the future. In your own words...."We are all in this together." And, by the way, I'll buy stuff from you anytime, period! (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 16, 2004, 08:03:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:
REALLY RATHER SELL EM SOMETHING OR WORK ON THIER BIKE
DON'T LIKE HANDOUTS MUCH
Hey, for once, mind your own buisness!
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and get serious, you donate this site to us, now back off and let us give back. (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: P. COOPER on January 16, 2004, 08:09:00 PM: i have given a donation before but it has been a loooooooooong time and i been knowing dennis for about 5 yrs. and with this added reminder i need to show my support. thanks for the heads up. oh yeah......... dennis makes passes at me too (http://images/smiles/converted/lol.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: P. COOPER on January 16, 2004, 08:12:00 PM: sorry its comming via snail mail. no pay pal
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 16, 2004, 08:21:00 PM: THANKS GUYS. I JUST SENT MINE PAYPAL. you know what would be cool, if we all sent $1.00 a month( all 3000 and whatever and every other month Dennis has to donate his services for one lucky drawing winner to build a 1397 and map it. Winner has to supply pipe, pc, and cams. (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: 1WHEEL on January 16, 2004, 08:37:00 PM: Too bad for Dennis.....He can not stop the force of us thankfull bastards sending him money via paypal.....You loose, sucka..... and thanks for all of us members of your house here at the .org... (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: emarsh on January 16, 2004, 08:46:00 PM: I've made a donation before, but I guess that its fair that I make another one. When you think about it this site is worth a lot of $$$ just for the value received. (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: GaryR on January 16, 2004, 08:50:00 PM: I will be the first to admit that I have taken a lot more from this site then I have given in return-shame on me. I've bought items, sold items, got free advice, free arguments-LOL, and I have never sent a dime to help support this site. Not because I don't have the money, I guess because you take things for granted and do not realize without this site or Dennis, I'd be lost.
Will someone please post Dennis's address and/or PayPal account so we can all help contribute to and send a little appreciation? I'd really like to help too. I like the idea of each person sending a few dollars a month to help out with things and maybe part of it going into a drawing. I'd be willing to bet that there would be many new members and good people sending a token of thanks to get a shot at the drawing and to send a thank you to Dennis for keeping this site up and going for all of us.
This site is honestly really the only thing that helps me get through the Winter months and to get my mind off drag racing!! And it is a great tool when you are looking for a part or free advice! (http://images/smiles/converted/yes.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/kickass.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: kb97 on January 16, 2004, 08:57:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by Gary R:
Will someone please post Dennis's address and/or PayPal account so we can all help contribute to and send a little appreciation? I'd really like to help too. I like the idea of each person sending a few dollars a month to help out with things and maybe part of it going into a drawing. I'd be willing to bet that there would be many new members and people sending a token of thanks to get a shot at the drawing and to send a thank you to Dennis for keeping this site up and going.
This site is honestly really the only thing that helps me get through the Winter months and to get my mind off drag racing!! And it is a great tool when you are looking for a part or free advice! (http://images/smiles/converted/yes.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/kickass.gif)
click on the top of the screen where it says donations (http://images/smiles/converted/moped.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: P. COOPER on January 16, 2004, 08:57:00 PM: garyr, go to the top of the page and click on DONATIONS. paypal or snailmail
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: GaryR on January 16, 2004, 08:58:00 PM: Thanks guys, I just sent my donation via PayPal.
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Z1BanditZX12 on January 16, 2004, 09:30:00 PM: I've been lurking here for awhile. Finally decided to join up. First thing I did was send a little something via pay pal for the info that's already here.

Mark
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Rhino on January 16, 2004, 09:43:00 PM: Been here from the old days of BigDog on .Org I donate to this site, and Motorhead.com as Well as my main place Labusas. ALL sites need cash to keep them running. What is a few bucks a year for fun, freinds and best of all knowledge?
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: po boy on January 16, 2004, 10:19:00 PM: You have Pay Pal.
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: FastJackieBusa on January 16, 2004, 10:53:00 PM: I never even noticed the DOANATION button there. Well I have bought /sold and learned alot here. My gratitude speaks..... Donation has been made!

www.eastcoastretail.com (http://www.eastcoastretail.com)
Authorized Vanson Leathers Retailer

2002 Sliver/Gray Busa
dual hi- mount Carbon fiber HMF system
PCIIIR/Custom Map and a little chrome
Garmin GPS mounted and blah blah blah
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Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BUSABROTHER on January 16, 2004, 11:05:00 PM: Just donated $1 million dollars in "torque" money so you know its fake as hell!!

j/k donation made. should cover me for at least 1-2 years!
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: jn1300r on January 16, 2004, 11:21:00 PM: (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
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Post by: Snakebite98 on January 16, 2004, 11:36:00 PM: I would be happy to give a little help to the man responsible for this very informative site. He has raised the bar for everyone to outperform their own expectations. To assemble a coalition of over 4000 members with sheer determination and perserverance unmatched by anyone in his field. A man who single handedly built the fastest sportbike on the planet. Thank god for MOTORHEAD.

Perhaps a little ass kissing will get my title changed. (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Snakebite98 on January 16, 2004, 11:41:00 PM: PAID (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: ScottinGA on January 17, 2004, 12:51:00 AM: Donation made!! I just never really thought about it....but it's like anything else.....costs money to operate!!
I'm no mechanic and know hardly anything about bikes.....but I do love when you turn that frigging throttle and everything starts going by in a blur!!!! I've learned a lot from this site about upkeep and maintenance....OH....and I'll have more questions too!! Thanks for all the help....
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Scott
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Hank on January 17, 2004, 01:06:00 AM: I am sorry Dennis--but due to Frank Adams eye opening statements I will have to wait for further developments (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif) (http://images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BCRBusa on January 17, 2004, 01:24:00 AM: I'm makin a $25.00 a month donation......started last month and will keep doin it as long as I hang here, the way I see it.......I learn way more than $25.00 worth of information each month, so that's a bargain!!!!
And Dennis.......we are buying something.........information, and a way to share it.
Thanks Bro!!!!!! (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 17, 2004, 06:09:00 AM: I HAVE SOOOO MUCH MORE RESPECT FOR ALL OF YOU! THAT SHOULD HELP DENNIS OUT FOR A WHILE. AND I KNOW AFTER MORE PEOPLE READ THIS HE'LL BE GETTING A LOT MORE DONATIONS (http://images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif)

BIG GAR- I was just playin. Labusas is just known for being more on the untamed side thats all.Love ya man! (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: ken2219 on January 17, 2004, 06:22:00 AM: Pat thanks for bringing it to our attention...
(http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) I've made money, saved money, and learned quite a few things about my 1st busa from the members here. It's the least we can do.
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 17, 2004, 06:25:00 AM: EVERYONE'S RATING ON HERE JUST WENT UP 5 STARS. (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)

Even snakebite98 (http://images/smiles/converted/joker.gif)

Z1BANDITZX12- welcome to the board (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 17, 2004, 06:28:00 AM: quote:
Originally posted by Ken2219:
Pat thanks for bringing it to our attention...
(http://images/smiles/icon_eek.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/lol.gif) Thanks Ken!
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Post by: Snakebite98 on January 17, 2004, 07:03:00 AM: Thanks Pat, I threw a nickel right back at ya. (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: SuperDave on January 17, 2004, 07:09:00 AM: Dennis,
Cat got your tongue? (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: busarider1 on January 17, 2004, 07:17:00 AM: I make a yearly donation to Dennis and the site. I get a whole lot more information and entertainment fromthe site than I do from any of the motorcycle mags that I currently suscribe to. Great Job Dennis and thanks for the site!!!
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: rat on January 17, 2004, 07:52:00 AM: Im betting all I own on Colts game this week. (http://images/smiles/converted/lol.gif) Your right its well worth it.
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 17, 2004, 08:02:00 AM: Hank- thats awesome, bet he'll enjoy a little vacation. (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
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Post by: slamminbusa on January 17, 2004, 08:07:00 AM: NICE THREAD, PAT! MY DONATION IS ON IT'S WAY!

THANKS, MOTORHEAD.... (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
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Post by: Chet on January 17, 2004, 08:39:00 AM: I'm in via snail mail. The value of the information on this site is very valuable.

Thanks Dennis

Chet
Chet@FuryUSA.com
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Post by: turbobusa65 on January 17, 2004, 08:39:00 AM: If we knew exactly how much it cost to run this site, we could divide it up amongst all us member's and pay a monthly or yearly fee, and that way it would cost dennis no out of pocket expense! Dennis please let us know. P.S. This is not a hand out! PLEASE!! This site, you, and the member's here provide an invaluable service to me! I love you people! (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/yes.gif)
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Post by: rat on January 17, 2004, 08:43:00 AM: I think ita A Ben Franklin A month but not posative.
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Post by: turbobusa65 on January 17, 2004, 09:01:00 AM: Posted by Billy Busa I think ita A Ben Franklin A month but not posative. ..............................Break it down for me brother Billy. Is that total or per member or what?
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Rice Ya on January 17, 2004, 09:17:00 AM: quote:
Originally posted by Billy Busa:
Im betting all I own on Colts game this week. (http://images/smiles/converted/lol.gif) Your right its well worth it.
Oh Shit, now you jinks your teem! (http://images/smiles/converted/lol.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/smokin.gif)
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Post by: SuperDave on January 17, 2004, 09:20:00 AM: TurboBusa65,
I believe, if my long division is still close, he is looking at about $125 A MONTH to keep things going. 'Bout enuf for a bike payment.
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Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 17, 2004, 09:23:00 AM: quote:
Originally posted by SuperDave:
TurboBusa65,
I believe, if my long division is still close, he is looking at about $125 A MONTH to keep things going. 'Bout enuf for a bike payment.
little more! but thats not important here. just help if you can and if not be grateful you have a place to learn. (http://images/smiles/icon_wink.gif)
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Post by: alienyzf on January 17, 2004, 09:25:00 AM: I could use some new .org shirts. Maybe we can have another shirt drive? Just a thought.
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Post by: BUBBABUSA on January 17, 2004, 09:44:00 AM: (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) THANKS "DENNIS BRO" FOR EVERYTHING (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) M/O COMING.
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Post by: moondog on January 17, 2004, 09:46:00 AM: Just sent via pp, thanks for the service, I guess I just never stopped long enough to ponder how the site worked. I just thought the board was controlled by an alien entity. Wait, I still do.
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Post by: Iron-man on January 17, 2004, 09:49:00 AM: I admit this is a great site,

and I appreciate the suggestions and input from all of you.

And it wouldn't be here if it wasn't for Dennis.
Though it may have started out as a tool to help enhance his business, he truely spends a shitload of time here and has an infinate knowledge base when it comes to the busa and continually shares that with all of us.

I want to give a donation, but I believe its just as important to be humble about.

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Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 17, 2004, 10:37:00 AM: Thanks everybody! I'd hate to lose contact with a lot of you. Even you snakebite (http://images/smiles/converted/joker.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
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Post by: emarsh on January 17, 2004, 10:50:00 AM: quote:
Originally posted by SuperDave:
TurboBusa65,
I believe, if my long division is still close, he is looking at about $125 A MONTH to keep things going. 'Bout enuf for a bike payment.
PayPal can set up montly subscription deductions. I'm already making montly payments to the Smirking Chimp and White Rose Society sites. If Dennis were to set something like that up I'd be willing to sign up. If he were to offer some premiums for subscribers I'd bet this site would more than pay for itself.

Eric
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Post by: Snakebite98 on January 17, 2004, 11:28:00 PM: quote:
Thanks everybody! I'd hate to lose contact with a lot of you. Even you snakebite
If I'm ever in Indy, I'm buyin you a beer (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
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Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 17, 2004, 12:23:00 PM: (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif)
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Post by: THEMOTORHEAD on January 17, 2004, 06:15:00 PM: THANKS GUYS

MAKES IT ALITTLE EASIER (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
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Post by: po boy on January 17, 2004, 08:45:00 PM: Damn Dennis, ya oughta be set for till 05 now! (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif) (http://images/smiles/icon_razz.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Gixxer1300r on January 17, 2004, 09:00:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:
REALLY RATHER SELL EM SOMETHING OR WORK ON THIER BIKE
DON'T LIKE HANDOUTS MUCH
I called you on the phone to do something and you wouldn't take my cash,,,
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: King bu on January 17, 2004, 10:48:00 PM: Why don't we just have a annual fee of $10.00 after you are a member for 6 mos to help with the cost of the site. If all the members paid the fee Dennis would have no problem and the it is not charity, more like paying for a service.
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Post by: lanta on January 17, 2004, 10:53:00 PM: Just buy a turbo from him and he'll be happy (http://images/smiles/icon_smile.gif)
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Post by: RZ350 on January 18, 2004, 01:37:00 AM: I'm broke, but I sent what I could!!
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Post by: BobJ on January 18, 2004, 06:47:00 AM: Great thread Pat. I have never given to any site, I think I'm going to start with a few that I frequent. This site is hands down the most informative Busa site.

I know MH probably won't do this but why not have a $5 - $10 annual membership fee? It would generate the necessary funds to run the site, and weed out people who either don't value the site, or have established ID's and are gone?

Just a thought.....
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Post by: BobJ on January 18, 2004, 06:48:00 AM: quote:
Originally posted by King bu:
Why don't we just have a annual fee of $10.00 after you are a member for 6 mos to help with the cost of the site. If all the members paid the fee Dennis would have no problem and the it is not charity, more like paying for a service.
Uh...yeah! What you said! (http://images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif)
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Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 18, 2004, 07:24:00 AM: I'm guessing he wants us to give if this is what we call home. Most of us do.I also believe that all of us are responsible enough to not need someone to tell us our annual fee is due. (http://images/smiles/icon_wink.gif) Just keep in mind down the road that it does cost and once in a while give a little back. Except Pooh. He should be set for a few years. (http://images/smiles/icon_eek.gif) damn nice donation Pooh. Maybe I shouldn't put that up here but give credit where credit is due. (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) Thanks again everybody.
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Post by: luap on January 18, 2004, 09:29:00 AM: (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) Just sent my beer money in (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
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Post by: BobJ on January 18, 2004, 02:25:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by Luap:
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Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 18, 2004, 04:22:00 PM: Just curious, but what does God have to do with his beer money? (http://images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif) (http://images/smiles/icon_mad.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BobJ on January 18, 2004, 11:33:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by Pat Dietrich:
Just curious, but what does God have to do with his beer money? (http://images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif) (http://images/smiles/icon_mad.gif)
Pat - You believe what you want, I'll believe what I want.....God Dammit! He doesn't have anything to do with MY beer unless he's buyin'!!! (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)

These wackos are sellin' pamphlets for fifty cents if you're interested (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif) http://www.watchtower.org/ (http://www.watchtower.org/)
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Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 19, 2004, 04:35:00 AM: Well son, sorry about your future! (http://images/smiles/converted/no.gif)
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Post by: BobJ on January 19, 2004, 06:54:00 AM: You should read Feet of Clay by Anthony Storr. It's for "thinking men".

"Religious faith is an answer to the problem of life....The majority of mankind want or need some all-embracing belief system which purports to provide an answer to life's mysteries, and are not necessarilly dismayed by the discovery that their belief system, which they proclaim as "the truth", is incompatible with the beliefs of other people. One man's faith is another man's delusion.....

Whether a belief is considered to be a delusion or not depends partly upon the intensity with which it is defended, and partly the number of people subscribing to it."

Anthony Storr,
Feet of Clay
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BobJ on January 19, 2004, 06:58:00 AM: In any event Pat, let's not continue this side discussion on a thread intended to generate funds for the site.

Peace?
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: CID on January 19, 2004, 07:21:00 AM: Why not just shut the fuck up and send instead of just talking about it?

How about this:

All members that have 'talked' about sending money, but haven't yet...they should send $100.

And those that that want members' fees should send $200.

Any member whos number is more than 3000 and hasn't sent money should send $300. (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BadazzBusa75 on January 19, 2004, 09:06:00 AM: just sent mine in (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif) been on the site for months and never even noticed the donations button up there.. hey Motorhead, thanks for the spot to hang while im supposed to be work'n!!! (http://images/smiles/converted/kickass.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BobJ on January 19, 2004, 09:17:00 AM: quote:
Originally posted by CID:
Why not just shut the fuck up and send instead of just talking about it?

How about this:

All members that have 'talked' about sending money, but haven't yet...they should send $100.

And those that that want members' fees should send $200.

Any member whos number is more than 3000 and hasn't sent money should send $300. (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif)
You owe $200...... (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BUSABROTHER on January 19, 2004, 01:53:00 PM: All Dennis has to do is set up a VIP section for "paying members. This section ofers deeper discounts and crap like that. Plain and simple if you consider the number of members have everyone give $1 per month or a yearly $12 donation you would have $48,384 per year or $4032 per month. then we could have a busa give away yearly and still pay for the site then some!!
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Charlie D on January 19, 2004, 02:14:00 PM: Just sent some $$$$$ by Paypal. I too am guilty of taking this site for granted. I feel all warm and fuzzy now though.... (http://images/smiles/converted/yes.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: flying_cabusa on January 19, 2004, 02:59:00 PM: donation on way via paypal (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: XTREEM1 on January 20, 2004, 11:42:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by BobJ:
Great thread Pat. I have never given to any site, I think I'm going to start with a few that I frequent. This site is hands down the most informative Busa site.

I know MH probably won't do this but why not have a $5 - $10 annual membership fee? It would generate the necessary funds to run the site, and weed out people who either don't value the site, or have established ID's and are gone?

Just a thought.....
I am not sure that a "annual fee" would be a good idea because, if new people that are coming to this site do not know about all the good information then they are probably not willing to pay for something that they know nothing about. I say leave it for free and just advertise the donation button more often, like this thread...

Ohh yea Donation will be made as soon as I finish surfing the new threads..
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 20, 2004, 04:55:00 PM: Now that the ball is rolling. Think i should change the topic since MOST of us know that Dennis really isn't selfish??...........oh yeah (or a dick) (http://images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/joker.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: grecco on January 20, 2004, 05:10:00 PM: I learned everything about my 02SE from this site. All the mods I've done, I've verified through you guys (and gals). I thank you people for the info and thanks for this site motorhead.
(http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Oh yeah, The Motorhead, you have (paypal) mail!
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: THEMOTORHEAD on January 20, 2004, 11:01:00 PM: (http://images/smiles/converted/kickass.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Gatoracer on January 20, 2004, 11:17:00 PM: Well I haven't sent anything. Its not that I'm unappreciative, its that I'm unemployed... (http://images/smiles/icon_rolleyes.gif) However when I do get another job, I definitely don't mind sharing!!
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Semper Fi on January 22, 2004, 09:12:00 PM: I had no idea about the costs. I've received SO MUCH good advice on this site from you guys and am happy to send a check in the morning. Keep up the great work!!
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: THEMOTORHEAD on January 22, 2004, 09:47:00 PM: never ever feel obligated to donate
help others thats what its about
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: XTREEM1 on January 23, 2004, 11:32:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:

help others thats what its about
That is what we are doing...

Repeat after me ...... help me help you... help me help you... quote from Jerry Mcquire... lol
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pappy on January 23, 2004, 01:02:00 PM: Dennis- I don't visit here much anymore, no more Turbo Busa, now riding a Gold Wing (that won't last). Still like to support you and my friends on this site, money is on the way via PayPal. Keep up the great work Bro! I will return someday to once again become "Busafied". Pappy
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Pat Dietrich on January 23, 2004, 04:28:00 PM: Sorry Dennis, your wrong! Its about sending money. NOW KEEP THE DONATIONS COMING! (http://images/smiles/icon_biggrin.gif)

Can't believe the reply this thread has got. Great job everybody! (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: buzard on January 23, 2004, 05:33:00 PM: donation complete. best money i have spent on the busa yet. thanks. mike (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Gixxer1300r on January 23, 2004, 05:51:00 PM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:
REALLY RATHER SELL EM SOMETHING OR WORK ON THIER BIKE
DON'T LIKE HANDOUTS MUCH
Hey for you it's never a hand out, always a hand up (friends) shit man compaq charges $2.00 a minute to help you with your computer. So why not give a little to a good cause.
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: Campbell on January 23, 2004, 07:48:00 PM: Thanks D. Hope it helps. (http://images/smiles/converted/thumb.gif)
By you donating time and effort to keep the site up, you've indirectly helped me MANY times.
I'd sure be happy to also buy you a beer sometime. (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)
Thanks again,
Campbell
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: BobJ on January 24, 2004, 06:59:00 AM: quote:
Originally posted by MOTORHEAD:
never ever feel obligated to donate
I agree. Some members have more ability to support the site. I wouldn't want to see someone's family come up short for the sake of a site donation. There's enough members with plenty-o-cabbage to get the job done.

You know who you are, send in some loot!!
Title: .ORG DONATION THREAD.
Post by: THEMOTORHEAD on January 24, 2004, 08:09:00 AM: HEY GUYS
TRUST ME
IT'S NICE TO KNOW YOU GUYS ENJOY THE PLACE
CAN'T TELL YA HOW MUCH I ENJOY SHARING IT WITH YOU GUYS.
THANKS FOR THE SCRATCH (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif) (http://images/smiles/converted/beerchug.gif)