Charlie N.Y. Band for life from Ford Barn

[51 MERC-CT]

Suspect it has nothing to do with politics but postings like this and others relating to it.

Probably do not belong in this Forum.

[Bored&Stroked]

I have no clue as to why he was banned, but there must have been a reason that Ryan felt strong about (and I respect Ryan).

With that said, I know there are days when I post or comment in ways that are not totally politically correct - maybe too much coffee, maybe something that I think is funny when it probably isn't. Hopefully we see Charlie back on the Barn. He has done a lot of good work for me - and I'll continue to go to him.

[estout81]

51 MERC,
Please explain why that post doesn't belong. I too think we should be told of offenses.

[johnboy34]

It seams lots of folks have posted a for sale or ad of some sort on the main forum before. Were those banned for life? Or the post removed? Must be more to the story.

[tubman]

I know he is banned, but I do not know for how long. Usually, someone is "Banned" for a week for the first offense, a month for the second, before being banned for life. I don't remember any previous offenses, so let's hope this is the first. I saw a post a couple of days ago he made that surprised me with the subject matter and the way it was stated. That post is no longer available, and it certainly wasn't the one quoted above.

As to Ryan explaining himself, I don't think that's going to happen, nor should it. If you think about it, the last thing we want is to get the forum bogged down with controversial, off-topic discussions. Ryan has tons of experience running these forums, and is very good at doing so. I suggest we defer to his better judgement in situations like this. These forums have rules; not many, but they are pretty specific. If you want to use the forum, abide by the rules. They are in our own best interests.

[19Fordy]

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As Captain of the ship, Ryan has to keep it "on true course".

[kirkf]

Without sounding insensitive, the knowledgeable folk on the Ford Barn are quickly moving on to a higher place. Can we really afford to ban anyone for life?

Perhaps a more tempered response now that everyone has had a day or so to sleep on things would be an idea.

Kirk

[Krylon32]

Gonna miss Charlie. Just sent him a fuel pump for repair and fired my new FH with one of his distributors.

[Steve/IL]

Ryan,
Please let us know why Charlie NY was Band for Life.
He is a valuable contributor to all on Ford Barn.

[Lawson Cox]

I am totally shocked and flummoxed to hear this. I met Charlie and Alice a very long time ago at their flea market space at Hershey. I'm sure they don't remember the chance meetings over the years, or what I look like. I am not a big talker nor is there anything about my appearance that makes me stand out or for anyone to pay special attention to, but I have had the pleasure of dealing with Charlie a few times over the years, especially more recently with the project 60HP engine I'm working on. Charlie has been more than generous with his time and expertise on the fuel pump and carburetor and offers to help on many ways. In my dealings with Charlie he has always been the consummate gentleman. I cannot fathom or understand Charlie being banned, and permanently at that, from anything except perhaps Hell.

[Craig CT]

It's a shame the post can't be deleted without deleting such a great contributor, Craig.

[scicala]

Doesn't make any sense. I've seen people get banned for a political comment before, but only for maybe a week. Maybe told Ryan something hurtful, although I can't imagine Charlie doing that to anyone.
I've dealt with him, and one of the most polite, generous and kind people I've seen.

Also, Charlie should be able to see our comments without logging in.

Sal

[tubman]

Originally Posted by Old Redneck

He one of the nice's person I know. He has help a lot of us with our Fords. He has rebuilt all my Carbs even for my 32 which run perfect now. There not a mean body in him.This is not right.A big mistake this time

As I stated above, "Bans" can be for various lengths of time. How do you know it's "for life"?

[scicala]

Originally Posted by 19Fordy

As Captain of the ship, Ryan has to keep it "on true course".

It was on a true course with Charlie. Don't know what you're talking about.
Others have been banned, but only for a short period. It all sounds like BS to me.

Sal

[Ziggster]

Wow. I’ve only spoken to him once or twice when he sold me some fuel line fittings. Seems everyone has only good things to say about him. I’m guessing it was something said in the thread about “security warning” or something of that nature where someone posted about a recent break-in into their garage. It was getting getting a little political in nature, but again not sure what was said or why he might have been banned.
In another forum I frequent they used to have a specific area for politics and religion, but un-benounced to me it had been removed, and in some other section/thread I had posted pics pertaining to a protest. Worst that happened was the pics/thread was removed and I got a warning. Hope he is able to come back as it would be shame otherwise.

[Kube]

Originally Posted by 19Fordy

Hope this isn't true. What source provided this info.?
Sure hope the "cancel culture" hasn't infiltrated Fordbarn.
Charlie NY is a good man and an invaluable asset to us all.
Let's hope Ryan will talk with him privately and straighten this out for the benefit of all parties. Even sinners are forgiven.

I could not state this better...

[big job]

I got banned for 3 months cause I said I hate politicians and being a racist? no 123 strikes . ME a racist never ever ME a politician ain't going to happen I do not associate with morons. OK! So Charlie in NY banned you need chill pills Bud

[Old Redneck]

Charlie sent me a e-mail and that what he said. I was surprise as all of you. He said that he must have offended someone. That all I know.

[mfirth]

Originally Posted by 34pickup

I think it would be a good idea if Ryan would state the reason when a well respected member is banned. Not saying why only invites wrong speculation and does not serve as an example for others to not do the same offense.

I'm with 34pickup here....we need/deserve an explanation. I also understand what tubman states & admire him too, but ....really need to know what was said.......

[Newc]

Charlie has bailed me out with rebuilds twice. I got banned from RG#9 newsletter for politics cause the 'WOKE' took over the RG. It can happen. Newc