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Title: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on January 23, 2018, 07:53:01 am
I've created this topic since we can't post in the Newsletter! topic.

GREAT NEWSLETTER! 
    - Spring Cruise sounds like fun. 
    - This website might help find a central starting point for those planning on attending: http://www.geomidpoint.com/meet/ (http://www.geomidpoint.com/meet/)
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Slyp on January 23, 2018, 10:57:56 am
News letter looked great.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on January 23, 2018, 11:07:31 am
A few early responses coming in via club email:

What does it cost and how do you get involved with being a member or being part of the group?
I appreciate you sending me this email.

Please remove me from the mailing list.  I no longer own a Fiero.

I like it! It off to a good start.

Great idea...definitely keep me on the mailing list.

Very good.  Its a good start to show what is coming  up and some insight in the club

Sure I like the newsletter and would love to receive it. Put xxxxx on the list too I'm sure he will like it as well.

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 23, 2018, 11:28:37 am
Very encouraging.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on January 23, 2018, 04:03:29 pm
We also got a request from MAFOA to swap newsletters.  Got to get management approval, so I didn't tell them we would.  Maybe we need to set up a section for Other Fiero Club Newsletters. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 23, 2018, 04:55:18 pm
Not that I want it sent to me, but I'm curious what their newsletter looks like.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on January 23, 2018, 05:05:43 pm
Check your email. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 23, 2018, 05:18:24 pm
I did.  It is an approach.  I think ours is more visually appealing, but not as informative.  But hey, we just started this.  I have high hopes for the future of our newsletter.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on January 23, 2018, 05:42:06 pm
Agree.  I do think it's good that other clubs are interested in receiving ours.  Of course, they have many more members because they're made up of several clubs, so they have a lot more activities and input than we have and they've been at it much longer.  I think you're doing good. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 23, 2018, 08:19:00 pm
We'll have to decide what we want in the newsletter.  Articles are fine, but how many pages do you want to read online?  Ours will grow with more material, but the idea is to draw participation.

I'm actually flattered that another club is interested in our newsletter.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 10, 2018, 09:02:36 pm
In a search for consistency, all colors that weren't club colors were removed from the base newsletter.  Not that other colors can't make appearances in images and such, but for the most part, headings and all the club stuff has club colors.

For 2018, I tried to match the newsletter header colors and fonts to the club logo, but today I looked at the banner, and it's completely different.  So, I started working on a new header for 2019.  Then I got back to the web site, and it's a variation on what I had.  Ideally, they should all match, but sometimes, you get what you get.

Anyway, it's a work in progress.  I wasn't happy with the initial 2019 effort, but I'd like to reduce redundancy in the header.  If you have comments on the header, I'm open to ideas.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 12, 2018, 09:34:02 pm
I'm playing with presentation and readability.  Which do you prefer, 2 columns per page, or 4 columns per page?  Basically, about 2 inches wide, or about 3.5 inches wide?  I was thinking of why newspapers are formatted as they are, and it was for readability.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Slyp on February 12, 2018, 09:45:13 pm
I you use a three column page I will need a magnifing glass to read it.  A two column is probably easier to read and be able to insert pictures.  Just my thoughts
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 12, 2018, 09:58:56 pm
The font size wouldn't change, but there is a thought.  Perhaps I should increase the font size?  GrannyLinda hasn't commented, but perhaps the font is too small.

For pictures, yes, 2 columns works better for pictures, especially since I already have that format, but I have a long article (more than 1 page) that I was trying to make more readable. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 13, 2018, 07:14:49 am
Two columns.

Use CTRL+ to increase the font size on your screen

Use CTRL- to decrease the font size.

Just my +-
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 16, 2018, 07:35:51 pm
I have 2 article submissions for March, thus far.  Some new sections may materialize.

For anyone who would like to write an article, I have LOTS of ideas.  Some of these ideas will take some research, or someone who knows a lot more about Fieros than I do.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 22, 2018, 12:09:29 am
I'd like to thank those who have submitted articles, thus far.  Our newsletter has grown.  Hopefully the adornments and humor are appreciated.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 22, 2018, 11:15:24 am
Today's/Yesterday's Newsletter says:

Volume 3, Issue 3?

Did I miss a Newsletter?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 22, 2018, 06:15:13 pm
This is the third year, and the third issue of that year.  Which newsletter did you miss?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 22, 2018, 06:39:15 pm
Some replies in the club email:

I just read the entire newsletter, That was just great!
It was cool to see how the corvette and fiero were compared and how the fiero compared to them and other cars. I remember when the MR2 was out and I liked those cars also.
I can see it took a lot of time and work to put the newsletter together so thank you guys for doing it.
I was surprised to see all the fiero advertisers and realized that I had bought things from a LOT of those guys! I sure am glad that there are people out there who make things for the cars, I tell everyone about txgood and his cup holders and things that he makes and I always make sure to mention who I bought my things from whenever it comes up.
Thank you again for doing the newsletter!

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Thanks for sending me the newsletter.  I really enjoyed it!

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Thanks Michael, it’s interesting and I do appreciate getting the news letters. I hope one day to drop in on a meeting. 😊

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 22, 2018, 07:38:01 pm
This is the third year, and the third issue of that year.  Which newsletter did you miss?

January's. 


BTW, many of the Vendors don't have contact information.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 22, 2018, 08:05:49 pm
I don't have contact info for the other vendors, meaning they don't have a web site.  Being that PFF archives their threads, there is no good way to link to threads there.  That's why I included a notice at the top of that section about looking for them online.

There are additional newsletters in the paid members section, but they were unofficial.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 22, 2018, 08:23:05 pm

There's a "paid members section"?   

According to the sticker on my car and http://gafiero.org/members.shtml (http://gafiero.org/members.shtml) I'm a paid member; but no one has given me access to this secret section.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on February 22, 2018, 10:16:02 pm

There's a "paid members section"?   

According to the sticker on my car and http://gafiero.org/members.shtml (http://gafiero.org/members.shtml) I'm a paid member; but no one has given me access to this secret section.

Paid member list updated. Refresh your browser if you still can't see the paid member section.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 23, 2018, 07:40:47 am
Our newsletter is missing something: a name.  Any ideas?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 23, 2018, 11:29:04 am

Wow, never knew that section existed.



There's a "paid members section"?   

According to the sticker on my car and http://gafiero.org/members.shtml (http://gafiero.org/members.shtml) I'm a paid member; but no one has given me access to this secret section.

Paid member list updated. Refresh your browser if you still can't see the paid member section.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 23, 2018, 11:33:59 am
Our newsletter is missing something: a name.  Any ideas?

Georgia Fiero Club Newsletter

Southern Fried Fieros

Fiero Fun

Funky Fieros

Fiero FLASH!

Fiero Fumes

Notavette News

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on February 23, 2018, 12:55:56 pm
Our newsletter is missing something: a name.  Any ideas?

Georgia Fiero Excitement
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on February 23, 2018, 05:09:03 pm
Pegasus

The Flame

The Obsession

Mid Engine Madness (or Mayhem?)

... or not. Sorry. Tired. Long week.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 23, 2018, 05:48:51 pm
Notavette News

LOL!
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 23, 2018, 06:10:51 pm
Ideally, the name should be something that is readily identifiable.

NIFE has Fiero Focus
NEFA has Fiero Pride
MFF has Pegasus Pages


I was thinking something like Tuned In.  Not anything like In Sync.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 23, 2018, 06:11:49 pm
The Flame

That may give people the wrong idea.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 23, 2018, 06:46:49 pm
Wow, never knew that section existed.

Well, what do you think?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 23, 2018, 08:28:04 pm

Haven't had a chance to give it a good look.  The tools alone look like they're more than worth the membership.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 23, 2018, 08:30:05 pm

Fiero Frenzy
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 23, 2018, 09:36:53 pm

Haven't had a chance to give it a good look.  The tools alone look like they're more than worth the membership.

GFC has a lot of benefits, but it's an ongoing effort.


Fiero Frenzy

Sounds like an event.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on February 23, 2018, 10:34:55 pm

Fiero Frenzy

There's a guy in Acworth with that username.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: oldone on February 23, 2018, 11:06:39 pm
Georgia fiero fanmail
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 23, 2018, 11:17:13 pm
More responses via email:


Thanks for shooting a copy sown south

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Thanks for sending me the newsletter.  I really enjoyed it!
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 24, 2018, 04:23:44 pm
Pegasus Papers sounds nice, but is very close to a taken name.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on February 24, 2018, 08:02:05 pm
I like it just as it is. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 24, 2018, 08:12:04 pm
I like it, too, but it seems it should have a name.  Of course, adding a name messes up the new format and requires more work.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on February 25, 2018, 08:26:48 pm


Fiero Addicts News == FAN

Fiero Addicts News System == FANS

OK, the first one could be FANS too.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: f85gtron on February 26, 2018, 06:08:03 am


Fiero Addicts News == FAN

Fiero Addicts News System == FANS

OK, the first one could be FANS too.

Seconded, IF a change is deemed necessary.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTXVette on February 26, 2018, 08:28:08 am
It Is Ga.  Fiero means Fire.  long time tradition in the Atl. area to Combine that and call it "Phoenix"/ "The Phoenix"  A Friend Carter Tomossie( mis spelled) was a Photographer for the " Great Speckled Bird" an old 70's news paper in atl. See his Web page at Messy Optics .com Some Great Photos of Atl. late 60's early 70's .  Strayed there a bit but I like a combo of Birds/Fire/ Phoenix Rising
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTXVette on February 27, 2018, 08:12:27 am
Admin. Announcements,  At least change the Date. someone seeing that as the Opining Page may think No ones Home. 2015 has been a minute.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 28, 2018, 06:50:07 pm
Admin. Announcements,  At least change the Date. someone seeing that as the Opining Page may think No ones Home. 2015 has been a minute.

Do you mean the membership thread?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 28, 2018, 06:51:29 pm
I made a few changes to the Newsletter thread to make it more appealing.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTXVette on February 28, 2018, 07:27:53 pm
Did we not just have elections?   the last Shown in that title(Admin. Announcements).was 2015 and postings below that are even Older.  Not like it needs more current postings but like some one is keeping it in the Present. It could be moved to Club members at the Bottom.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTXVette on February 28, 2018, 07:36:11 pm
 Just looked at the Newsletter It Looks great. When you say 'Mail' is that paper or just to downlaod?.

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 28, 2018, 07:45:31 pm
Sorry.  Email.  Just to download.

I have a profusion of articles for this month, but if you tell me your areas of expertise, I can give you some article ideas.

I'm trying to give the newsletter a theme.  This doesn't involve roller-coasters or anything like that, and don't expect Disney characters, but I'd like the articles to complement each other.  To this end, articles aren't chosen at random; the newsletters have purpose.  At least, that's my intent.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: admin on February 28, 2018, 10:49:11 pm
Admin. Announcements,  At least change the Date. someone seeing that as the Opining Page may think No ones Home. 2015 has been a minute.
If you are referring to this Forum's Admin Announcements, they are only necessary when major changes to the forum are made.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTXVette on March 01, 2018, 02:25:06 am
Admin. Announcements,  At least change the Date. someone seeing that as the Opining Page may think No ones Home. 2015 has been a minute.
If you are referring to this Forum's Admin Announcements, they are only necessary when major changes to the forum are made.
  I suppose I was using my own experince when I first looked at this web site and saw 2015 on the announcements and Said "This Place Is Dead" I know that's kind of Shallow on my part, I don't think I am the only one that looks at A Site that Way though. All Good Just trying to Help.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on March 01, 2018, 07:44:40 am

I'm trying to give the newsletter a theme.  This doesn't involve roller-coasters or anything like that, and don't expect Disney characters, but I'd like the articles to complement each other.  To this end, articles aren't chosen at random; the newsletters have purpose.  At least, that's my intent.

Now you have me thinking about characters like Pontiac Pete and Fanny Fiero. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 01, 2018, 08:19:17 am
Our very own comic strip?  It would require more artistic talent than I possess.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 04, 2018, 08:39:18 am
In addition to any outstanding articles, I currently have bare bones for 28 tech articles, 17 review articles, and 3 history articles.  I've found that, as I go through articles, they bring up other article ideas.

Review articles are based on new vendors and new products, so I hope that those will be no problem.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 08, 2018, 06:50:05 pm
The upcoming newsletter should see a return of the Member Spotlight section.  Anyone care to hazard a guess on the first victim--um--subject?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 17, 2018, 12:56:23 pm
For anyone interested in seeing an alternate version of the March newsletter, it's posted in the Members' section.  Let me know what you think.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 23, 2018, 05:55:25 pm
The upcoming newsletter should see a return of the Member Spotlight section.  Anyone care to hazard a guess on the first victim--um--subject?

No one?  I'll give you a hint.  It isn't me.  Let's see.

Just to make it easy, how about a bit more.  I haven't met this person.  Um, anything else that may be helpful...This person owns a Fiero.  It's 2 colors.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on March 23, 2018, 06:16:43 pm
Of the 3 styles depicted, I like the last one best, but I really liked the one with the shaded background.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 23, 2018, 07:21:04 pm
OK.  I numbered them, which I should've done in the first place.  Which style is it that you like?

Style 1 was a good starting place, but I don't see yellow anywhere as a club color.  I changed it to green to match the green of the leaf on the peach.  I also changed the fonts to match other fonts used.  The colors on the section titles were changed to more closely resemble the peach colors.

I changed from style 2 to style 3, because I didn't want our newsletter to be lacking, compared to the newsletters of other clubs, and the header didn't seem to be a favorite in our club.  The header font was changed to match the font used on the web site.  The header color was changed to more closely resemble the members sticker, and curvature was added to the header for the same reason.

Style 4 was an attempt to more closely resemble the web site.  I like the gradient background, but the dark color was rather overwhelming, and readability was an issue, in addition to the issues mentioned previously.  Were this style to be continued throughout the newsletter, it would necessitate a lot of additional work to make the newsletter presentable.  Also, I couldn't get the header image balanced.

Style 5 had the same issues with readability and header imbalance as style 4.  The gradient on top looked good, but the section gradients would have to go.

There were other iterations.  I tried hard to get the header to work.  That text doesn't work well for this against that background.  Perhaps if I faded the background in that image, and made the text solid, but I'm not that talented.  I finally came to the conclusion that nothing I could do with that header would give me the clean look I was going for.  Over the course of several days, I would let it sit for a bit, and come back, just to see how if affected my view.  I decided that I reacted more positively to vivid, bright colors and contrasts than to darker colors.  I didn't want to go through all the effort of recreating the borders and curves that are on the message board, because it isn't sustainable.  Compare between this message board and PFF.  Aside from navigation, the mood is entirely different.  Nothing against PFF, but I think the styles 1-3 are easier to read than styles 4 and 5.

I like the gradient background, also.  I could do the part at the top of the one in style 5 on select newsletters, but only on the first page.  This presents a lot of challenges with consistency.  Originally, I wanted to have the gradient around the newsletter frame, and leave the inside in white, like the web site.  Not only did this prove unexpectedly difficult to accomplish, it looked gosh awful, and required a solid header.  It looked dig-your-eyes-out awful.  I was rather disappointed with the results of that effort.  I tried both lighter and darker colors.  None of the looks caught my eye.

I printed one page of a bunch of these with my laser printer on card stock, and on high-quality paper, then clipped them to a strip down the length of my basement.  My kids and I placed them in order of like or not like.  Most of the styles weren't liked.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on March 23, 2018, 07:58:39 pm
I like 4 with shading only on page 1. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 23, 2018, 08:43:59 pm
I added some more efforts.

Style 6 has the gradient on top, with the web header.  The gradients on the sections was removed.

Style 7 is style 6 with the header modified.

Style 8 is style 7 with the gradient covered inside the frame.

Style 9 is style 8 with my header.

Style 10 is style 4 with the gradient covered inside the frame.

Style 11 is style 10 with the sections headers returned to normal.

The problem with styles 4 and 10 is that the boxes around the section headers are very time-consuming to create, and do not line up with everything else.  Getting them all the exact same height is difficult.  I can't snap to grid, and they don't seem to shrink or expand 1 pixel.  The same problem happens with styles 8-11.  The white inside is an image placed behind everything but the background.  It won't line up exactly with the frame.  It's either overlapping, or 2 pixels inside the frame.  I tried making the image the exact size I wanted it, but it gets resized--either larger or smaller.

Style 4 was created to resemble the web site, which most resembles style 10.  I found style 4 very difficult to read, but editing is terrible, because there are 30 layers.  Many of those layers are completely behind other layers.  Unlike programs like Illustrator, Photoshop, PSP, Corel Draw, etc, I am unable to select layers directly, so every time there is a change, I have to move the top layers off, manipulate the lower layers into what I think is the correct position, then move the upper layers back into place.  The manufacturer's recommendation is to make these items images.  I have the same opinion of that as I have of people who make their web pages of 1 image with hot areas.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 24, 2018, 04:43:37 pm
No fair doing like that kid in my high school used to do, claiming he knew whatever it was, AFTER someone else gave the answer.

Thanks to everyone who contributed to this newsletter with pictures, articles, and ideas.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on March 27, 2018, 07:29:54 am

Thank you for the April Newsletter.  Looks great.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 20, 2018, 03:27:47 am
Tomorrow (Saturday) is the planned deadline for getting anything in the newsletter.  I'd like to get this one out a bit early to promote developments since the last newsletter.  Much depends on the weather here.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 13, 2018, 10:10:27 am

Thank you for the April Newsletter.  Looks great.

Thanks for your contributions.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 13, 2018, 10:16:22 am
For anyone who would like to contribute to the newsletter, please submit content to the club email address, and use the word "newsletter" in the subject line.  If you would like to contribute, but don't have ideas, there are many articles planned, but which need to be written.

We're always looking for pictures.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 19, 2018, 09:23:49 am
I'm looking for volunteers to write articles for July.  The article subject will be provided.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 23, 2018, 07:52:03 pm
The June newsletter was a pain, largely because it was 255Mb for the edit.  That may not sound like much, but made things difficult to manipulate.  One of the articles was 3 months in the works.

Thanks to pgackerman for his continued article contributions, and to scottb, and TopNotch for their picture contributions.

For past newsletters, Sarge and Fierofool provided helpful pictures.  We have had articles from GrannyLinda and Fierofool.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 08, 2018, 07:26:08 pm
Anyone notice anything odd about June's newsletter?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 08, 2018, 09:01:53 pm
Never saw those boots before.

You're supposed to post over here.  Anyway, you found one thing.  There might be several.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on June 09, 2018, 12:15:03 am
In May and June you gave the 'boot' to the old logo. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 09, 2018, 12:34:27 am
On the top left?  I changed that one, starting in April, to more closely match the club logo.  The newsletter has elements that match the web site, the member logo, and the club banner.  I also reduced the size of the logo, enhanced the edges, and modernized the logo a bit.  Each month's newsletter gets a slight makeover.

Yes, I've been amusing myself with several newsletters.  The boots were relevant to June.  See pages 11-14.  I believe they're even mentioned on page 14.  My amusement wasn't limited to the front page.

I'm surprised that TopNotch hasn't noticed something.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on June 09, 2018, 09:18:53 am
I'm surprised that TopNotch hasn't noticed something.

I just got home from vacation.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 09, 2018, 10:20:22 am
Well, there may--or may not--be something odd about that picture on the front page.

I think there were 9 things in the June newsletter, 15 in the one with the cleaning article, and at least 3 in the other 2 since February.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on June 09, 2018, 12:16:52 pm
I'm surprised that TopNotch hasn't noticed something.

Concerning the boots on the side of the highway... Did we scare a Tennessee Highway Patrol officer out if his boots?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 09, 2018, 12:22:37 pm
Is that their uniform footwear?

I was thinking of something more to the left of the boots.  I wiped its nose.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on June 09, 2018, 12:32:57 pm
I was thinking of something more to the left of the boots.  I wiped its nose.

Do you have something against Georgia Tech?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 09, 2018, 12:44:09 pm
No.  No opinion at all.  Buzz is still there.  Under the nose.  When I shrunk the image, it looked as if Buzz had a runny nose.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on June 09, 2018, 12:49:00 pm
Oh... took off the driving lights.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 09, 2018, 01:03:52 pm
Yes.  Nothing momentous.  I had thought that would be noticed quickly.  I think Buzz still had the driving lights in the draft.  If I was doing it over again, I'd do a better job.  It looks sloppy in the full-size image.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on June 19, 2018, 02:44:29 pm


Are our Newsletters sent to other Fiero Clubs? 

I was surprised when i found out there were Newsletters other than NIFE's.

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 19, 2018, 06:03:42 pm
I'll let Fierofool answer your question, but I have a question.  What other newsletters?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on June 19, 2018, 06:18:14 pm
Yes, it does go to other clubs.  Some of the Florida clubs, the Capitol City club, MAFOA, though it goes to the President, it's only shared with a select few of the officers.  There some others, but rather than going to the club it goes to an officer.  I don't remember, but it may be because there's no official email for those clubs.

There's NTFC, NIFE, Michigan Fiero Club, Capitol City, Fieros of Central Florida, Central Florida Fieros, Space Coast, and another in Florida that I can't remember.  I think we also send one to the Virginia Fiero Club. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 19, 2018, 07:04:14 pm
It goes to NIFE?   I wonder how that went over.  For the clubs that don't have newsletters, probably no biggie, but for NIFE, hopefully it didn't ruffle any feathers.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on June 19, 2018, 08:15:30 pm
Probably only shared with a few.  MAFOA asked us to only share with club officers because they charge for their newsletter.  They do the same with ours.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 19, 2018, 08:22:19 pm
Well, as long as they don't know who...  I haven't seen anything negative, anyway.  It isn't as if our newsletter has any bearing on their newsletter.

MAOFA seemed more or less agreeable to getting our newsletter.  I don't know anything about their internal politics.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on June 19, 2018, 09:21:36 pm
MAFOA and the New England club are closely affiliated. I think it also includes a club from Pa.   Ray of MAFOA lives in Massachusetts.  Phil and Gwen who run the New England Fiero club live in Rhode Island. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 22, 2018, 06:25:37 pm
Maybe my email doesn't work.  Dave, Pat?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on June 23, 2018, 06:41:49 pm
Great cover photo for the July Newsletter!
 :P :o ;)
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 23, 2018, 06:52:00 pm
Yeah.  Art isn't really my thing.

We should start playing whose Fiero is in the pic.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 23, 2018, 08:03:37 am
Pgackerman, how do you like the implemention of your idea(s)?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 23, 2018, 07:30:00 pm
I wonder how many people noticed the woman in the bikini.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 23, 2018, 11:56:15 pm
Sharing one of the newsletter replies from the club email:
Quote
Man, I sure like getting the newsletter. Im always surprised that another month has blasted by so quickly.
I always like reading the whole letter and seeing all the great information and tips, this time I made notes.
First, the t-shirts. Just those alone are a good reason to move to Georgia and join the club! I am sending a photo of our t-shirts and you will see why I like yours so much! I am glad we had shirts but now I wish I had not seen yours.
The ashtray doors. I have tried about everything to make those things look nice including painting them and nothing makes them look good. I have never had much luck with removing the doors without breaking the tabs so ultimately I end up painting them or buying new ones and then still risk breaking the tabs. So thank you got the great tip on cleaning them!
Coolant tank restoration. I have yet to own a tank that is not all stained and ugly looking. I will try to clean all my tanks, it sure is a lot less expensive than buying all new ones. Thanks
Thanks for posting the vender's. I have bought things from well over half of them and just purchased another set of hood and rear deck lid vents from Paul last week!
The article on the ford exp has gotten me thinking it would sure be cool to have a car like that. I went and did a search and found there is a group on Facebook. I know I have seen one back in the day but had completely forgotten about those cars.
Please tell Pat I am sorry to hear about Linda. I met him and his brother at the fiero round up a few months back and I know I will see them both again at some point.
Thanks again for the news letter and all the great information. I dont think there is anything else like it out there, I sure appreciate you guys doing it.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on July 28, 2018, 05:12:39 pm
Pgackerman, how do you like the implemention of your idea(s)?

You sold yourself short. 
Great artwork.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 28, 2018, 05:24:45 pm
Glad you like it.  That is a picture.  I didn't have the skill to make that digitally.  I printed out 3 of those, folded and glued them.  My kids and I each made one.  I took a picture of one.  If I did it over again, I'd change "WANTED" to "MISSING", and I'd use a different side of the container.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on August 04, 2018, 06:47:48 am
Good show! A very nice job.
Looks like you put a lot of thought and care into the newsletter.
I still owe you an article, too.

Sorry for the delayed response. Lots going on, here. :(
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 04, 2018, 07:08:46 am
Thanks.  Yes, I had about given up on that article.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 04, 2018, 09:22:27 am
I wonder if the del sol or El Camino would make good comparison articles.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on August 04, 2018, 11:07:38 am
I know of several people who "graduated" to Fieros from "H bodies". (Monza 2+2 and clones.)





This one was mine. 350/300 and 4 speed
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 12, 2018, 11:07:25 pm
I met a number of people who mentioned that they get the GFC newsletter, either directly, or because a friend forwards it to them.  Cool.  I see that there are a number of people viewing that thread tonight.  Probably not related to the 35th.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses (ash tray doors)
Post by: TopNotch on August 13, 2018, 01:09:28 pm
I just got around to checking out the ash tray door write-up in the recent newsletter (been really busy lately).
If you don't want to go to so much trouble to restore your ash tray doors, here's something that works wonders.
Take a paper towel, and spray WD-40 on it. Thoroughly wipe your ash tray doors with this. Then wipe off the excess with another paper towel. You'll be amazed at how good they look.
No need to do any pre-cleaning first. The WD-40 will dissolve any dirt or other gunk.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 16, 2018, 10:14:54 pm
Sounds easy.  Let's see how it plays out.

I started with an old ash tray door.

As you can see, time and UV have had their way with this door.

I used a can of this WD-40.


I masked off the left 2/3 of the door.


I treated it as you described, and the results look promising.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 16, 2018, 10:19:54 pm
After peeling off a bit of masking, you can see the difference, and it is profound.


I removed the remainder of the masking, and used the toothbrush and toothpaste method as described in the newsletter on the left 2/3 of the door.


I'm not sure if it was the water or what, but the portion that had been cleaned with the WD-40 lost its lustre, and seems to have reverted to its previous state.

On the leftmost third, I then applied the Wipe New.  I think the results speak for themselves.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 16, 2018, 10:29:35 pm
Let's try a few other things.

Here is another ash tray door that has suffered from time and UV rays.


I masked off the right side, and tried each of these products on the left side.

I really couldn't tell that there was any improvement.

Finally, I tried brake fluid on the right side of the door.

Again, an improvement.

Let's compare the various results.

Actually, the brake fluid was easy, and compared well to the toothpaste method.

The starting fluids were useless; the WD-40 really wasn't as expected.  The brake fluid was a surprise.

I guess I could try kerosene or gasoline; however, the WD-40 leaves behind an unpleasant smell.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 16, 2018, 10:30:39 pm
I'm still waiting on your article, TopNotch.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on August 16, 2018, 11:49:46 pm
I'm not sure if it was the water or what, but the portion that had been cleaned with the WD-40 lost its lustre,
It was the water. They don't like water.
I'm still waiting on your article, TopNotch.
About what?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 17, 2018, 12:05:27 am
You know, I thought we had briefly discussed one, but I can't find it.  Maybe I was wrong.  Clutch replacement would be a good one.

For anyone, I need 4-cylinder articles.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 17, 2018, 12:16:04 am
I went back and ran water over both doors, just to be thorough.  No scrubbing.  The brake fluid door returned to its former condition, as well.  The toothpaste- and Wipe New-restored sections remain in their better condition.

Note that, for this experiment, I only used the toothbrush for about a minute.  Obviously the door still needs more work.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on August 17, 2018, 11:14:52 am
You know, I thought we had briefly discussed one, but I can't find it.  Maybe I was wrong.  Clutch replacement would be a good one.

For anyone, I need 4-cylinder articles.

As inspiration, I'd like to see an article about the supercharged Iron Duke mentioned at the 35th.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 17, 2018, 05:45:06 pm
Hmmm.  Maybe.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 17, 2018, 09:38:35 pm
Well, the owner of that Fiero is a member of the Heartland Fiero Club.  Anyone interested in doing an article on this car can reach the owner through Fred B., president of that club.  Such an article would be great, but for someone who knows more about 4-cylinders, SD4s and superchargers than I do.

I would think that a supercharged SD4 would give most Fieros a run for their money.  A "stock" SD4 will give a lot of V8 Fieros a run for their money.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 24, 2018, 07:20:03 pm
I think fierofool covered everything for RFTH in the newsletter.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on August 24, 2018, 08:07:59 pm
Just received my Newsletter. Quite nice!

... A "stock" SD4 will give a lot of V8 Fieros a run for their money.


My SD4, which was a very mild build for what it was (early, cast iron head, etc.) felt almost as strong as my 4.9. Definitely not a slouch. I figure somewhere between 180 and 200 HP.
It was loud. It was obnoxious. But it was quick. (Wish I would have made some videos.)
A supercharger would have been... impressive.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 24, 2018, 08:13:54 pm
Yeah, the SD4 is loud.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on September 22, 2018, 11:16:47 am
What a brilliant newsletter.  Have downloaded and really enjoying.  A lot of effort clearly goes into this.  Thank you.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 22, 2018, 01:36:52 pm
Thanks.  That makes the effort worth it.  You must be enjoying the article by pgackerman, because the V6 orientation article reads like a dictionary.

I need help with a 4-cylinder version of the orientation article.

Today is the Autumnal Equinox, and that newsletter post was my 4,000th post.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on September 23, 2018, 04:51:28 am
Maybe I like reading dictionaries then  :).  This is exactly what I miss from this side of the pond.  There are no cars to compare to or owners to chat to, which is where a lot of the learning and finer points of ownership can come from.

Thanks again, really enjoyed that.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 23, 2018, 07:54:15 am
This is exactly what I miss from this side of the pond.  There are no cars to compare to or owners to chat to, which is where a lot of the learning and finer points of ownership can come from.

Not just your side of the pond.  Those who have other local Fiero owners nearby do not seem to realize how beneficial it is.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on September 23, 2018, 09:16:11 am
Again, quite a newsletter. Nice job!
I particularly liked the article about the Fiero vs Corvette comparison. I remember hearing someone, back in the 80s,  make the comment that the Fiero was about to "put the Corvette on the trailer", prior to its cancellation. While it's quite probably more complicated than that, nothing that I have read or seen, since then, has convinced me that that wasn't the reality of the situation.

One of my goals in life is to buy one of the mid-engine Corvettes (several years used, of course)  and plaster Fiero badges all over it. Just to annoy the Corvette faithful. :D
Of course, with all of the latter day Camaro/Trans Am rebodies that are out there, I have no doubt that someone will beat me to that. (Yes... The Fiero may live on. Even though it'll just be a "body kitted" Corvette. Something to think about.)
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on September 26, 2018, 07:14:43 pm
While searching for something, I found this article by pgackerman.  Kinda fits with the October Newsletter.

http://www.gafiero.org/bbs/index.php?topic=1610.msg15430#msg15430
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on October 03, 2018, 11:33:04 am


How about an article on refurbishing decklid vents?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 03, 2018, 05:53:18 pm
That'd be great!  We just need someone to write the article.  It probably would be a few months before such an article would be cycled in.

The newsletters are themed.  There are monthly cycle themes, seasonal cycle themes, quarterly cycle themes, and annual cycle themes.  The newsletter combines all of these.  At the same time, the newsletter covers a variety of things, so there should be something of interest/use for everyone.

For such an article, there would need to be companion articles to complete a set.  Perhaps tail light restoration, gas tank restoration, headlight motor rebuilds, etc.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on October 04, 2018, 07:14:54 pm

Just used Rodney's headlight rebuild kit on my '88.  Worked great. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 04, 2018, 07:21:20 pm
Are you going to write an article on it?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 04, 2018, 09:22:07 pm
I have been thinking about the October 2019 cover page.  If everyone sends me a picture of their Fiero from the same angle, I could make pieces from each Fiero into one Fiero, for a frankenfiero.  I have no idea how that would turn out, but it's a thought.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on October 05, 2018, 12:00:31 pm
I have been thinking about the October 2019 cover page.  If everyone sends me a picture of their Fiero from the same angle, I could make pieces from each Fiero into one Fiero, for a frankenfiero.  I have no idea how that would turn out, but it's a thought.

Nah.  I think a previous owner did the same rebuild, which is why i had to do it again.  Did you know it was possible to put one of those plastic cogs in sideways?

On the plus side, the passenger headlight was much easier than the videos said it would be and the clunking sound has disappeared.

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 06, 2018, 01:56:05 am
It's always nice when that happens.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on October 22, 2018, 06:51:08 pm

Another Newsletter idea...

At the 35th, I heard there were classes on Fiero judging. 

What goes into judging a Fiero? What do judges look for?  What are typical Fiero categories?  Stock? Mod?  Heavy Mod? Light Mod?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 22, 2018, 07:05:08 pm
Well, I was a judge at the 35th.  There were many classes.  Stock showroom, 3 classes of modified, 3 classes of custom, various stock and project classes, re-body classes, prototype classes, etc.  I have attended several judged shows.

The judges are given a sheet with scoring categories.  Some scoring sheets are better than others.  Considering that they didn't want us to have the scoring sheets beforehand, I'm thinking they wouldn't want that info published.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on October 22, 2018, 08:48:10 pm
That's one thing that always annoyed me about the few judged shows that I've entered. The judging sheets are never available.
It would be nice to see what I got "dinged" on, and what they liked.
(I have a very good idea what my car's shortcomings were, to my mind's eye. Would be nice to see if the judges felt the same.)

'Tis why I seldom pay to enter judged shows any more. I just don't care that much. I'd rather just be there and enjoy the music and festivities, instead of detailing my car with effing Q-tips.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 24, 2018, 10:47:47 pm
I think I made a mistake.  The Christmas party is December 8th.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on October 28, 2018, 04:14:51 am
Newsletter again very useful.  I just put new leads on, carefully following the existing routing.. which is not as in the newsletter article, so some minor re routing to do.

Also enjoyed "Persimmons are best between when they fall off the tree and when they hit the ground." Haaaaaa

Can I subscribe to newsletter by email please?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 28, 2018, 07:52:11 am
Glad you enjoyed it.  I wasn't sure how the recipe thing would go over in a car newsletter.

I'll add you.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on October 28, 2018, 08:34:36 am
Brilliant thank you.

My mate Pa Larkin who sadly died this year used to put a receipe at the end of his guitar company newsletter every month.  Now I just have to try and find a place hot enough for persimmons and catch enough on the way down! 😀

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on October 28, 2018, 08:39:57 am
Just be aware that persimmons do not keep (mold), and there are many varieties.  So, I also included a recipe whose ingredients should be easier to obtain.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on November 27, 2018, 12:17:58 pm
Still plan on the Persimmon pie.  Tishabelle bought some but I may have eaten then before the pie stage!

The newsletter now arrives in my email inbox.. Brilliant.

I learn a bit more with every newsletter... THANK YOU.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 27, 2018, 05:51:54 pm
Hopefully, everyone who was supposed to be added has been added.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 27, 2018, 09:38:38 pm
The fusible link stuff was interesting.  There is no agreement.  Half of the sources say the opposite thing.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on December 23, 2018, 12:37:50 am
I was so happy with the 1,277 views on the 2018 newsletter thread...until I saw that the 2019 newsletter thread had 50 views, despite the fact that it has no content.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on December 23, 2018, 08:02:29 am
I'd say that's good.  Readers are looking forward to the next issue.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on December 23, 2018, 08:38:21 am
Ah.  I thought it was robots.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on December 23, 2018, 08:52:08 am
Maybe robots are looking forward to the next issue!
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on December 23, 2018, 08:54:41 am
On the positive side, Google indexes our site content almost instantly.  That is 1 robot.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on December 29, 2018, 05:01:31 pm
Most posts on this forum show up on google; however, no matter what I tried, I was unable to get any of the 2018 newsletters to show up on google.  I'm not sure why.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on January 02, 2019, 09:04:07 am

Is there a robot.txt file on our site telling google not to look in some directories?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 02, 2019, 05:51:52 pm
It may be the way the text is encased in links on the page.  This thread is indexed.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 02, 2019, 07:38:55 pm
I thought maybe it was locked threads that weren't indexed, but that didn't pan out.  Google does not index either newsletter thread, at all.  This is apparently a complaint about SMF.  There did not appear to be a resolution.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 20, 2019, 03:16:41 pm
When I spoke with Mike in November, he seemed positive about the newsletter, but sometimes the view is different from the top.  I'll keep going, unless I hear something different.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 27, 2019, 05:30:30 pm
This is not the longest newsletter, but it is the largest (size), thus far, at 9Mb.  It was more than 430Mb, before it became a PDF.  Hopefully, everyone can receive a 9Mb attachment in their email; otherwise, the newsletter can be downloaded from the web site.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on January 27, 2019, 09:41:20 pm
I got it just fine. Nice job!
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 27, 2019, 09:46:12 pm
Thanks.  I need to get some more article writers.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on January 28, 2019, 12:58:09 am
Got mine too thanks.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: NoMad on January 28, 2019, 11:09:58 am
I recieved mine just fine.

Also, I might be able to help with articles. That degree should be used some time I guess.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 28, 2019, 07:11:25 pm
NoMad, it would be great to have your energy and expertise.  In what field is your degree?  I have a bunch of planned articles.  I can send you a list of what I need.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: NoMad on January 29, 2019, 10:40:14 pm
The one in question is a degree in digital journalism from the University of Alaska.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 29, 2019, 10:54:38 pm
Huh.  Well, you didn't say it's terrible.  I'm sure you gathered that this isn't what I do. :)

I'll PM you some topics and info.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 31, 2019, 10:17:24 pm
The February 2019 newsletter marked the start of the second year of this round of newsletters, and 12 months of Appreciation articles.

Thanks to pgackerman for being a monthly contributor.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on February 06, 2019, 08:25:49 am
A comment received from a member/subscriber through the club email:

"I had forgotten to say thanks for the great info on the gauges, wiring and the temp sensors. I know that between my 3 factory cars I have encountered these issues with all of these things at different times so the information is very helpful."
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on February 06, 2019, 05:40:29 pm
That subscriber is always so upbeat.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 07, 2019, 07:58:39 pm
I wonder if the Alpha Romeo GT V6 will be the subject of an appreciation article.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Donster on April 08, 2019, 06:58:04 am
Hey! isn't that my old GT on the cover of the April newsletter?

 ;D
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on April 08, 2019, 08:11:51 am
You ain't wrong. :)
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 09, 2019, 11:14:23 pm
How many bunny ears were in the April newsletter?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 11, 2019, 05:57:32 pm
While fixing newsletters, there was ample opportunity to compare newsletters from a year ago.  It would seem that the newsletters have come a long way in that year.  Of course, comparing beginning newsletters from other clubs also shows a progression.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on April 11, 2019, 07:15:18 pm
I tried to open the April newsletter to count ears but it wouldn't open.  Just a blank page staring at me. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 11, 2019, 07:17:43 pm
Hint: Look at the Diner pic.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 11, 2019, 10:50:48 pm
Oops.  I found some glaring errors in 2 newsletters.  Fixed.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on April 15, 2019, 08:16:03 am
I wonder if the Alpha Romeo GT V6 will be the subject of an appreciation article.

I've never considered it...

... but now I will.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: montegut on April 21, 2019, 09:27:48 pm
Today was the first day I had a chance to really look at the newsletters. Fantastic job.  Thanks to everyone who contributed.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 21, 2019, 09:31:05 pm
Thanks.  Hopefully, the info in the newsletters can save you some time/trouble.

We're always open to articles from subscribers.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 27, 2019, 11:52:03 pm
With the mid-engine Corvette coming soon, I'd be interested in expectations of how this may/will affect the Fiero.  Surely, there will be some impact.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 02, 2019, 09:32:32 pm
An error was pointed out to me on the '88 alignment specs.  I corrected the error, and re-posted the newsletter.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on May 05, 2019, 07:50:36 am
With the mid-engine Corvette coming soon, I'd be interested in expectations of how this may/will affect the Fiero.  Surely, there will be some impact.

The price of used C7s will go down. when the new C8 is introduced. 
Fieros should have a slight boost to their value.  How much of a boost depends on the Fiero community and car writers.
Will automobile magazines even mention the Fiero when they discuss the C8's layout?
Will Fiero owners put C8-mule or C8-testbed decals on their cars? 

We'll see.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on May 05, 2019, 08:55:00 am
I like C8 Prototype. 

Dang!  I should have ordered those custom graphics on my GT tail light lenses. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 05, 2019, 09:05:03 am
Maybe Paul K. could make us some decals.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on May 05, 2019, 09:58:15 am

non-magnetic...

 ;D
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on May 05, 2019, 05:48:26 pm
Put it across the top of the rear window.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on May 06, 2019, 08:19:38 pm

How about sun-screens to display on our windshields?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on May 06, 2019, 08:53:46 pm
If the screen folds right you can lay it across the spare tire.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on May 07, 2019, 05:57:42 pm

How the C8 will affect Fieros should probably have its own topic.

The C8 will be great, but 36 years late....
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 15, 2019, 08:59:08 pm
TopNotch, did that cover the parts for the T-top?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on May 16, 2019, 10:49:37 am
I'm not sure what you meant by "overhead console". Mine are not CJB, and I have no storage bags or trunk straps. I store mine behind the seats when not on top (latch side down).
Refer to this document (http://gafiero.org/files/T-Top Installation.pdf) for t-top parts.
Edit: I think you meant the overhand light switch assembly. The original is cut, and a cover placed over it as part of t-top installation. The next to last page of the linked document is a template for cutting the light switch assembly.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 16, 2019, 05:22:25 pm
Thanks.  Hopefully all the other parts were correct.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 27, 2019, 11:59:48 pm
Of course, I've heard of Dolly Parton, but not of Crystal Gayle.  After reading the article, I went through and listened to their music.  Not really my style, although I had heard one of Dolly's songs.

One of my clients looks just like Dolly, now, only my client uses her natural hair.  Since they're only about 10 years different in age, maybe my client was going for the Dolly look...or not.  On the other hand, everyone looks the same, to me.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: TopNotch on May 28, 2019, 10:44:50 am
I'm a fan of Crystal Gayle (aka Brenda Gail Webb, aka Loretta Lynn's baby sister).

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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 28, 2019, 05:59:38 pm
Cool.  Both the autograph and being a fan.  I guess the apprdctation article was extra special for you.

Crystal and Dolly seem to have kept true to themselves, unlike the current batch of female musicians.
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Post by: TopNotch on May 28, 2019, 09:40:21 pm
I don't know which car in the article you would ascribe to Crystal, and which to Dolly. But I do know that Dolly is a LOT richer than Crystal. She owns Dollywood, she has been in some major motion pictures, and has other business interests. Apart from a short run on one of the daytime soap operas, I don't know of any acting Crystal has done, and apart from a crystal store in Nashville (now closed), I don't know of any business interests.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 28, 2019, 10:06:36 pm
Dunno.  I hadn't thought of who would be which car.  Wealth doesn't mean a lot to me.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on June 15, 2019, 09:27:47 am
I have been taking pictures of 80's-era vehicles, on the chance that they may appear in an article.  The cars rarely appear when I'm specifically looking for them.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 08, 2019, 08:53:20 pm
The GFC newsletters are now indexed by google.  BUT, you have to use exact search terms.  So, not much help for people searching.  Unless such a person is actually pointed to a given newsletter, it's doubtful that they'll find it.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 19, 2019, 09:41:32 pm
It would be very nice to have a short article at the beginning and ending of each year.  The beginning article would outline a plan for the year, and the ending article would be a wrap-up article for that year.
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Post by: pgackerman on August 20, 2019, 09:09:47 pm
Of course, I've heard of Dolly Parton, but not of Crystal Gayle.  After reading the article, I went through and listened to their music.  Not really my style, although I had heard one of Dolly's songs.

One of my clients looks just like Dolly, now, only my client uses her natural hair.  Since they're only about 10 years different in age, maybe my client was going for the Dolly look...or not.  On the other hand, everyone looks the same, to me.

Always liked Crystal's, Waiting for the Times to Get Better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avAZbGW0fF0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avAZbGW0fF0)
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Post by: PK on November 01, 2019, 07:09:00 am
Linky dink no worky.  Has summat changed? 

I get PDF is invalid format.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 01, 2019, 07:53:13 am
The link for the November newsletter on the newsletters page, or in the email?  Works for me.
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Post by: Fierofool on November 01, 2019, 08:49:18 am
I just tried and it opened in pdf format for me, too.
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Post by: PK on November 01, 2019, 09:25:20 am
Oh dear, mayhaps a newer version of PDF or something that my tellingbone doesn't like!

Edit:. I tried both email and linky dink here.
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Post by: PK on November 01, 2019, 09:34:58 am
Works fine now.  Thanks for the efforts.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 01, 2019, 07:45:20 pm
Something does not like this newsletter!  First email, now this.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 05, 2019, 07:56:13 pm
Any thoughts on the Night Drive article?
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Post by: pgackerman on November 08, 2019, 08:07:27 pm

That was great.
Loved the ending.  ;D
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 08, 2019, 08:29:33 pm
Good.  I was worried that maybe something was off with the delivery of the story.  That type of writing was a first, for me.  I originally wrote it about 4am on a Saturday, then read it to my wife after she woke up.  She liked that version, but I felt that the ending was missing something, so the ending was re-written to clarify some things, and a few other edits were made.  I read that version to my whole family after supper that night, and my wife liked the original version better.  By that time, I either knew the subject matter for your article or had seen the preview.  Anyway, I thought it made a great lead-in to your article.  When I added the night drive article to the newsletter, it required some editing for space, so that was the third version.

I hope everyone was OK with an article like that, rather than something newsy or technical, since that was a departure from the usual articles.  The goal was to make this year's newsletters better than last year's.
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Post by: pgackerman on November 09, 2019, 07:41:34 am

I'd say you were successful.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 09, 2019, 07:56:06 am
Thanks.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 29, 2019, 06:23:07 pm
For EV usage at college, the Volt may be the best option.  It will charge the battery while running on gas.  Of course, most trips are not far enough to charge the battery.

College sure has changed.  When I went, most students has a car that often did not run--if they had a car at all.  I walked almost everywhere, and could often get there faster on foot that anyone could by car.  Some years sgo, I took my kids to see the college.  It seemed that there were fewer students, but more cars.

There were a bunch of students protesting climate change.  Maybe if they walked, rather than drove their cars, they would have been more convincing.
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Post by: pgackerman on November 29, 2019, 10:07:31 pm

Volt production ended Feb 2019.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 29, 2019, 10:10:54 pm
Yeah, maybe a 2014 or so.  The 2012 had some issues, but most of those were worked out by 2014.  Also, miles on electtic cars are supposed to be less important.
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Post by: pgackerman on November 30, 2019, 07:47:38 am

True, miles seem to be less important.  However, we're still not so sure about lifespan.

There aren't enough old EVs around indicating how long their batteries will last.  The first Prii were only warranted 5 years.  But there have been reports of the battery packs lasting 10 yrs.  Don't know if that's normal or not.  Even the 1/2 million mile Teslas are only a few years old. 

Since it's my money, I'm sticking with technology that has been working pretty well the last 100 years as my main mode of transport.  At least for the next few years.
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Post by: Fierofool on November 30, 2019, 08:00:23 am
Peter Hoover has an old Honda Civic Hybrid.  It's probably around a 2005 or so.  He's had the batteries replaced a number of times since he bought it when new.  There was some kind of subsidy by the government, I believe, that paid or helped pay for the replacement batteries.  Because of the cost of the batteries, it was done to help encourage the purchase of hybrids. 
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 30, 2019, 08:01:54 am
Yeah.  I'm with you on the tested and true technology.  Besides, I like hearing the symphony of my engine.

I put 60,xxx miles on a 2012 Volt base.  A tractor-trailer missed a turn, and no more Volt.  Insurance bought a 2014 Volt premium.  It has 50K miles on it, now.  Only issue was it had a firmware issue.  The Volts do not belong to me, but have a 0-60 of 7.8 seconds, just like the Fiero.  In performance mode, the Volt still couldn't hang with the Fiero, on the road.

As for the battery packs, it didn't seem that there was any change.  I've heard numbers, like 2%, but yes, I expect the batteries will fall off significantly, after a while.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 30, 2019, 08:05:37 am
Peter Hoover has an old Honda Civic Hybrid.  It's probably around a 2005 or so.  He's had the batteries replaced a number of times since he bought it when new.  There was some kind of subsidy by the government, I believe, that paid or helped pay for the replacement batteries.  Because of the cost of the batteries, it was done to help encourage the purchase of hybrids.

As in the newsletter, this irks me, that my money is being used to help pay for someone else's lifestyle choices.

The honda insight was...a piece of junk.  Aside from being ugly, the car never got its claimed MPG.  I dunno about the civic hybrid, but honda never seemed to have thought things through.  It was a poorly-implemented design.  Even toyota wasn't that bad.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 16, 2020, 06:00:02 pm
Most of the newsletter articles are written as prose, although several have been checklists.  The intent is always to deliver helpful articles.  I recently went to use an article I had written, and found that it wasn't as helpful as it might have been, due to the format.  After a recent post, maybe this is a concern.  Are checklists better?
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Post by: pgackerman on January 17, 2020, 08:53:36 pm

I prefer checklists.  In general, a combination of prose, with a checklist is probably best.

Different people learn different ways.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on January 17, 2020, 09:00:03 pm
Well, you're in luck.  February's newsletter has something of everything.

Checklists use more space.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 03, 2020, 03:21:02 pm
Pgackerman, when I first read that article about the Sunfire and the swing set, I burst out laughing.  I wish I'd seen that!
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Post by: pgackerman on April 03, 2020, 10:28:27 pm


Nice long box.  Luckily not wider than the passenger seat or deeper than the leg room.  Convertibles are far more useful than most folks think.

BTW, where was the 3800 SC in your article?
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 03, 2020, 10:43:06 pm
No.  All 60-degree engines.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on April 10, 2020, 06:58:23 pm
Did anyone solve the crossword puzzle?
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 30, 2020, 09:23:13 am
BTW, where was the 3800 SC in your article?

It should have been in the May newsletter.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 30, 2020, 09:26:50 am
I accidentally omitted a crucial piece of the June Fiero Appreciation article.  Once this was brought to my attention, I corrected it.  The corrected newsletter has been uploaded to the site.  I will post a notice in the July newsletter, for those readers who don't follow this message board.

My apologies to pgackerman.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 03, 2020, 05:04:53 pm
Thanks to Zack for the top, front and bottom engine article.  I appreciate that he shared his expertise, so that those of us who didn't know can have something concrete to which to refer.
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Post by: NoMad on July 04, 2020, 12:25:34 am
Glad to help out. Can keep doing more if people want more articles of the type.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 04, 2020, 06:14:13 pm
I forgot to thank The Art Doctor for his article.  So, thanks.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on July 14, 2020, 06:39:42 pm
Glad to help out. Can keep doing more if people want more articles of the type.

Count me as wanting more.
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Post by: pgackerman on August 02, 2020, 07:55:49 pm

Regarding "Radio Upgrades".  Replacing your stock-ish, pre-2000 radio with a modern one will improve your gas mileage and weight distribution.  Those things weigh a ton!
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 02, 2020, 08:30:49 pm
I thought that was to hold the front end down.
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Post by: pgackerman on August 02, 2020, 10:31:49 pm

Nah, that's what the spare tire is for. 

Might ditch my 30 year old spare when I get new tires.  Then the front end will really be pointing up.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 02, 2020, 10:36:27 pm
Since I don't use either the spare tire or the radio, maybe I should remove both.  Yhen I'd get what, 5 MPG better?
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Post by: pgackerman on August 03, 2020, 07:21:40 pm

At least two MPG for the radio.

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Post by: GTRS Fiero on August 04, 2020, 06:52:32 pm
Fiero Tom's radios are '98-'01 models.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on September 30, 2020, 09:26:48 pm
Thanks to all those who contributed RFTH pictures.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 14, 2020, 04:03:20 pm
Just flipped through NIFE's newsletters from September through December.  Apparently, they did a headliner recovery article in their September/October newsletter, beating ours by a few months.  I hadn't seen their newsletter, until now, because it was placed aside with some other magazines.

Oddly, their article says it was sourced from the internet, with no person credited.

I did notice that they seem to be struggling for articles.  3 pages from the president, and lots of filler articles.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on November 15, 2020, 09:40:42 am
NIFE also managed a short mention for TFS' decklid vent screws.  Actually, several newsletters in a row reviewed these screws, but we were first.
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Post by: pgackerman on December 31, 2020, 08:07:05 pm
From the Newsletter: " First
    of all, we had a lot of issues with the passenger
    door not wanting to open. Sometimes it would,
    and sometimes it wouldn’t."

One of the weird MINI quirks is you have to open the passenger door twice from the inside.  First time unlocks it.  Second time opens the door. 
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on December 31, 2020, 08:12:15 pm
That "quirk" was an impediment.  We kept having to get in from the driver's side.  If I have to go inside through the driver's door to open the passenger door, why would I need to open the door?
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on December 31, 2020, 08:23:11 pm
That reminds me.  The MINI has another quirk.  It looked big enough, so we tried.  Sure enough.  Pg, check your email.
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Post by: pgackerman on March 01, 2021, 08:42:41 am
Addendum to Fiero Appreciation:

OK, I couldn’t resist the financial comparison. 

According to NADA, a 2000 Insight goes for Low, Average, and High Retail values of $1650, $2600, and $3700 with an original MSRP of $18,800.  In 2021 dollars that’s $28,558.  Also, according to NADA, a 1984 Pontiac Fiero goes for Low, Average, and High Retail values of $1300, $3325, and $5775 with an original MSRP of $7679, or $19,333 in 2021 dollars.

Granted, the debut Insight has better performance -- close to a full second to 60 mph -- and far better mpg than the first Fiero, but the Honda also cost an extra $9225.  At $2/gallon that’s 4,612.5 gallons of gas or 138,375 miles on the Fiero’s  odometer before the Insight even pulls out of the driveway.  At $3/gallon the numbers come to 3,075 gallons or 92,250 miles (Went with 30 mpg average). Feel free to pick a number somewhere between 92,250 and 138,375 miles to reflect your driving habits and the fluctuating price of petro.

This comparison just goes to show there is not a financial reason to purchase an Insight.  Fieros had lower MSRPs and better examples are worth $2000 more than a comparable Insight.  This isn’t even  counting how much uncovered Insight’s reduce property values for you and your neighbors!  The only reason to drive an Insight, like a Fiero, is because you want to.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 01, 2021, 05:55:06 pm
Well, I'll add this to my version of the newsletter.

I have been watching a series on YouTube, where someone powered an Insight using a $99 Predator lawnmower motor.  They make a bunch of additional claims, but it was no longer a $99 Predator lawnmower motor, IMHO.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on March 31, 2021, 10:08:37 pm
I think the Fiero Adventure is the highlight of this month's newsletter.  The banana blessing was certainly humorous, though.
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Post by: pgackerman on May 01, 2021, 10:34:48 pm
Question about "Full Bore Ahead!" from the Newsletter.  What is the performance benefit from this service other than more air will be available for the engine?  Are we talking 1 HP, 2 HP, 5 HP?

Full Bore Ahead!
Steve Monroe offers a throttle body re-bore service. This increases the throttle body bore 4mm,
from 52mm to 56mm. As part of this service, the
throttle body will be cleaned and painted with ceramic high-temp paint; new felts will be installed,
and the throttle plate will be replaced.
This service is a flat $150, including return shipping. Our Canadian neighbors will need to add
$40 for shipping. Send your throttle body with
check or money order and mailing address to:
12625 SW 53 Mustang, OK 73064
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 01, 2021, 10:40:30 pm
I don't have numbers on that.  My gut says that, unless you have the Dawg mod, and have done port and polish of the entire intake, ported the exhaust logs, and removed the restriction in the Yzpipe, little to no benefit.

That having been stated, I have this mod, supposedly.  I have the other mods, also.  When the engine work was done, I provided such a throttle body, which was supposed to have been put on.  Of course, the adjustsble FPR, high-volume FP, and other items were also provided, and not only not used, but vanished.  My Fiero goes.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 01, 2021, 11:15:56 pm
And hey, someone reads the newsletter!  That article was a space-filler tucked in there.  I had written the article, and put it there, but hadn't planned to use it in that newsletter.  Nothing else came up to fill the spot, so it stayed.

What did you think of the prior article?
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Post by: pgackerman on May 02, 2021, 09:04:11 am
Living with a Fiero
Enthusiast?

I enjoyed it.  My wife does a lot of give and take too.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 02, 2021, 09:28:54 am
Good.  I found it a surprising--but ultimately satisfying--read.  I'm sure Christine would appreciate feedback from any other readers, as well.

I'm sure your wife does provide feedback.  I had suspected as much, on certain Appreciation articles.
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Post by: Fierofool on May 02, 2021, 01:22:56 pm
I think most of our spouses support us.  They just don't participate because we just fail to invite them before we go out the door to a meeting or ask them to come and give a little assist like handing a screwdriver or wrench when we're tinkering. 

Melanie supported me and really enjoyed the Fiero until her health issues prohibited extended rides.  She even drove our first one for many years, sometimes preferring to drive it to work rather than her new Grand Am. 
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 02, 2021, 01:26:29 pm
Likely, if some ladies attend meetings, more ladies will attend meetings.  TAD's wife has attended.  Most of the ladies would likely enjoy each other's company.
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Post by: TopNotch on May 02, 2021, 03:39:42 pm
GrannyLinda nearly always attended.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 02, 2021, 03:41:42 pm
Of course.  GrannyLinda was very involved in GFC.
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Post by: pgackerman on May 02, 2021, 07:50:49 pm

Just as I would rather not quilt, or sew, or collect American Girl dolls and Cabbage Patch babies, my wife is happy to let me play while doing her own hobbies.

Additionally, I've taken her to Jo Ann's, the AG store (when there was one in Georgia) and to Babyland General in Cleveland, GA.
Likewise, she's played navigator, photographer, and helped me work on my car. 

There's give and support.  We both know the other will help out, but neither will ever become more than barely appreciative of the other's hobbies.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 02, 2021, 07:54:53 pm
I understand that.  Some time ago, my wife told me that, if I joined a local club, she would run for office in the club.  That was a surprise.

My wife is frustrated with my current time committments, but generally allows me my interests.  I allow her her interests.
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Post by: Raydar on May 02, 2021, 09:20:26 pm
Thanks for the cover! Very cool!

My wife? She has her interests. I have mine.

"I want a new puppy."
"I want a new car. Go for it." :D

We joke about it, but both of us do what we do. Neither of us really mind about the other, as long as there's room, and funds.
(I almost bought a Formula this weekend. Decided I needed to let it go. Maybe in a few weeks.)
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 02, 2021, 09:26:19 pm
Thanks for the pics.  I needed a recognizable GFC Fiero, with side scoops.  Wha-la!

BTW, small Easter Egg.  There was a temporary cover image.  You can still see it.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 02, 2021, 09:27:15 pm
There were at least 5 contributors for the May 2021 newsletter.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 04, 2021, 11:09:45 pm
The May/June issue of Fiero Focus has an article on tools to keep in your Fiero.  I seem to recall such an article appearing in another newsletter, some months back.  Anyway, it was interesting to see the approach, and the tools chosen.  I'm not sure I would trade anything in my kit, though.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 16, 2021, 09:12:27 pm
Was Christine happy with how her article turned out?
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Post by: TopNotch on May 16, 2021, 10:27:50 pm
Concerning the Tucker automobile: I'm pretty sure it had a flat (boxer) 6, not a V6 engine.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 16, 2021, 10:51:32 pm
Sounds likely.
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Post by: pgackerman on May 17, 2021, 07:42:15 am
Oops.  Reread the article's first sentence.

Tucker's were mixed and matched.  No two were identical.  But yeah, that's a pretty big error.

BTW, THANK YOU FOR READING!
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 17, 2021, 08:04:26 am
Flat, as in, straight 6?
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Post by: TopNotch on May 17, 2021, 10:55:28 am
Flat, as in, straight 6?
No, boxer, like a Subaru. Horizontally opposed cylinders.
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Post by: Wreck It Ralph on May 17, 2021, 11:30:30 am
Was Christine happy with how her article turned out?

Yes she was.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 17, 2021, 06:11:07 pm
Good.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on May 17, 2021, 07:20:33 pm
Thank her for her article.  I think there are lots of people in the Fiero and car world in general that don't really have the spousal support.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 20, 2021, 10:12:45 pm
Flat, as in, straight 6?
No, boxer, like a Subaru. Horizontally opposed cylinders.

The article has been corrected.
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 30, 2021, 11:16:27 pm
Google minutes?  Interesting wording.  I am not sure of Google's unit of measure.  If Google shows, for example, 4 hours, I can follow Google's directions, drive for an hour at the speed limit, and still be more than 4 hours away.
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Post by: pgackerman on May 31, 2021, 08:08:05 am

Google does not account for bathroom & gas breaks, parking time, nor does it include traffic jams or red lights.  They seem to use perfect world minutes with instantaneous acceleration and stops. Hence, "google minutes".

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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 31, 2021, 08:16:23 am
It seems worse than that.  If I take the miles for the trip as reported by Google, and divide by the speed limit, I get a much more reliable figure.

I looked up a trip that Google says is 782 miles, and 8 hours, 52 minutes away.  Highly unlikely.  If I check to another place that is near that, it shows 14 hours.  It almost seems that there are certain places that Google wants to seem closer or further.
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Post by: Fierofool on May 31, 2021, 09:41:43 am
Google Maps Online seems to adjust timing for traffic.  Whenever I plan to go anywhere distant, I often check Google Maps in advance so I know what time to leave and get there at the appointed time.  There is generally a footnote that says it's with current traffic conditions.  I'm sure, though as Paul stated, that it doesn't take into account stop signs and lights. 

I always look at my GPS when I get to my destination and it's the exact time that I arrive  ;).  Never been able to get there before the GPS ETA.  As Tim Shannon says, "When my GPS says my Arrival Time Is xxx, my mind says That's The Time To Beat".
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Post by: GTRS Fiero on May 31, 2021, 09:48:04 am
Actually, Google bases at least some of the time on actual data.  Everyone using an Android phone or Google apps while connected to the internet is sending data back to Google.  This is how the slow areas are identified.  Google sees a bunch of devices in the area moving more slowly than normal.  In some cases, Google compares to the actual speed limit, but does not have speed limit data for many roads.  If I check the time to Atlanta, for example, at different times it shows different time estimates, due to road destruction, accidents, traffic, etc.  As you drive, Google takes some of these things into account.
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Post by: pgackerman on September 01, 2021, 01:50:36 pm

Will there be a September Newsletter?

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Post by: Wreck It Ralph on September 01, 2021, 04:16:45 pm
As of right now no. I’m trying to get something out but have not had the time yet. I’m sorry.
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Post by: pgackerman on September 01, 2021, 04:28:15 pm

MAFOA wants to print this article next month, but I wanted to share it here first.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JoHDRFfjFrGfDLO2RKY3mkC_JgaJPgI0j8UVi0rT-JA/edit?usp=sharing (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JoHDRFfjFrGfDLO2RKY3mkC_JgaJPgI0j8UVi0rT-JA/edit?usp=sharing)

This is the last GFC Fiero Appreciation article -- Fiero Finale

Hope y'all enjoy reading.

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Post by: AJ_87Fiero on September 29, 2021, 10:14:19 am

MAFOA wants to print this article next month, but I wanted to share it here first.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JoHDRFfjFrGfDLO2RKY3mkC_JgaJPgI0j8UVi0rT-JA/edit?usp=sharing (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JoHDRFfjFrGfDLO2RKY3mkC_JgaJPgI0j8UVi0rT-JA/edit?usp=sharing)

This is the last GFC Fiero Appreciation article -- Fiero Finale

Hope y'all enjoy reading.
8) 8) 8)
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Post by: pgackerman on October 03, 2021, 10:14:11 pm

Thanks?
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: PK on October 22, 2021, 12:41:08 am
As of right now no. I’m trying to get something out but have not had the time yet. I’m sorry.

Good to have the newsletter back.  Like the new format.  Thank you for the effort.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Raydar on October 22, 2021, 06:42:25 am
Indeed! Very cool! Thanks, all.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Wreck It Ralph on October 22, 2021, 07:38:34 am
As of right now no. I’m trying to get something out but have not had the time yet. I’m sorry.

Good to have the newsletter back.  Like the new format.  Thank you for the effort.

Thank you for the feedback. I’m not sure if I sent it to everyone but if not pm me. I’d really like to keep it this short and sweet.

I would like someone to look over the vendor list and tell me if any of those are no good. That may save a lot of space.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on October 22, 2021, 07:45:32 am
In the club email address book are several mailing lists for the newsletter.  It may not have been updated with new member info.  It had to be broken down to several lists due to size limitations.
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: pgackerman on October 22, 2021, 08:02:44 am

Didn't receive the Newsletter.

Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Fierofool on October 22, 2021, 09:01:26 am

Didn't receive the Newsletter.

Neither did I.  There are 3 newsletter groups in our club email.  You and I are both in one of those groups.  There is also one that goes strictly to Fiero vendors.

Regarding the question about vendors, someone had posted or sent an email about the broken links.  They had gone through all our vendors list and identified the broken or non-existent links and addresses.  I think it was Spadesluck. 
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Wreck It Ralph on October 22, 2021, 01:06:02 pm
The email is not cooperating with me. I’ll make another attempt tonight. Sorry all
Title: Re: Newsletter! responses
Post by: Slyp on October 22, 2021, 03:59:26 pm
Got the new letter and it was very good.  Keep up the good work......