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Mike Noc · 12th July 2020, 17:26

Very sad to hear this news. A huge loss to the forum. Brian is not only a font of knowledge for pretty much all things R40, he went the extra mile and then some to help fellow owners out on a regular basis. And that includes me, for which I am very much grateful.

On top of that a really nice bloke, and enjoyable company. If only he lived a bit nearer.

genpk · 12th July 2020, 19:31

Still none the wiser as to what triggered any issue.
As some one has said “its a car club” a place where we share information, have differences of opinions, make friends, enjoy stories and try to help each other keep a car we all love going.
Yes there has to be some rules but really, like any public forum you should not get removed for a difference of opinion.
Unless you live in china that is 😀

Snetty · 12th July 2020, 20:04

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Originally Posted by genpk

Still none the wiser as to what triggered any issue.
As some one has said “its a car club” a place where we share information, have differences of opinions, make friends, enjoy stories and try to help each other keep a car we all love going.
Yes there has to be some rules but really, like any public forum you should not get removed for a difference of opinion.
Unless you live in china that is 😀

It doesn't matter why or who it's one man's decision to move on and we all should respect that.

WillyHeckaslike · 12th July 2020, 20:14

I think that this site thrives because it is much more then a car forum for some. Passion for both the cars and personal views/experience on all things in life have all had a place in the club's success. Anyone can change their mind, hands up that person who has never done so? It would be nice and I think beneficial to the club if a period of grace for some reflection was granted in these situations, even if belatedly on something like an 11th hour thread which I have posted of before. To me this site has lost too many of its stalwarts already to situations where passion might have been mistaken for malice in the heat of the moment.

This club needs the likes of Brian. He hasn't flounced off, he is passionate and this needs to be considered.

suzublu · 12th July 2020, 20:48

Seems to be a lot of speculation about Brian's decision, the conspiracy theories about behind the scenes disagreements etc, perhaps he's just tired of the marque, of carrying the burden for all of us and wants his life back to spend quality time with Chris and the family

Nothing sinister happened, he's just a daft Geordie

Thankfully, he's up the road, but I'll leave him alone for now

Bluejon · 12th July 2020, 22:15

Can't think of a lot more to say that hasn't already been said, except Jan & I would like to add our respect, admiration & much appreciation to Brian for all he has done for this Club,it's countless Members [including us 2]over the years,which will be greatly missed by all.

We both sincerely thank you so much for work you have done for us personally,the enormous amount of knowledge we have gained from you has been invaluable,hopefully your ready Geordy wit & banter will not be lost to us altogether & trust we may be able to meet up again in the not too distant.

Take care in all you do mate,regards to Chris & the Family.

All the Best.....John & Jan.

Heddy · 13th July 2020, 06:35

It's about time he knocked it on the head, I wish him well.

DRWMGTF · 13th July 2020, 10:07

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Originally Posted by suzublu

Seems to be a lot of speculation about Brian's decision, the conspiracy theories about behind the scenes disagreements etc, perhaps he's just tired of the marque, of carrying the burden for all of us and wants his life back to spend quality time with Chris and the family

Nothing sinister happened, he's just a daft Geordie

Thankfully, he's up the road, but I'll leave him alone for now

Morning all,
Nowt wrong with a "Daft Geordie" and certainly not in Brian's case.
Regards David

genpk · 13th July 2020, 10:09

hey, if its brian’s choice to move on re the club or change car brands i wish him all the best and thank him for all his help.
If it is because of some senseless issue between members etc however it would be a shame it would result in this.

Neil1 · 13th July 2020, 10:12

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Originally Posted by Mike Noc

Very sad to hear this news. A huge loss to the forum. Brian is not only a font of knowledge for pretty much all things R40, he went the extra mile and then some to help fellow owners out on a regular basis. And that includes me, for which I am very much grateful.

On top of that a really nice bloke, and enjoyable company. If only he lived a bit nearer.

I wish that as well!

As I have been having issues with getting any work done, can't get any help at all, only from people I have never met, says it all really.

I use my local garage, the owner is my friend but they are a business which I respect.

Maybe I should buy a Ford instead

, off to wash my mouth out with soap.

12th July 2020, 22:15	#46
Bluejon Cumbria & N/Lancs Regional Secretary 2003 Rover 75 Saloon [Royal Blue] + 1999 Rover 75 Saloon [Duo-Tone Bacchus/Zircon Silver] Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cumbria Posts: 3,089 Thanks: 2,242 Thanked 1,656 Times in 769 Posts	Can't think of a lot more to say that hasn't already been said, except Jan & I would like to add our respect, admiration & much appreciation to Brian for all he has done for this Club,it's countless Members [including us 2]over the years,which will be greatly missed by all. We both sincerely thank you so much for work you have done for us personally,the enormous amount of knowledge we have gained from you has been invaluable,hopefully your ready Geordy wit & banter will not be lost to us altogether & trust we may be able to meet up again in the not too distant. Take care in all you do mate,regards to Chris & the Family. All the Best.....John & Jan. __________________

12th July 2020, 17:26	#41
Mike Noc This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Manual Connoisseur SE, Rover 75 CDT Automatic Connoisseur SE & a Freelander Td4. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 11,548 Thanks: 3,470 Thanked 3,119 Times in 2,247 Posts	Very sad to hear this news. A huge loss to the forum. Brian is not only a font of knowledge for pretty much all things R40, he went the extra mile and then some to help fellow owners out on a regular basis. And that includes me, for which I am very much grateful. On top of that a really nice bloke, and enjoyable company. If only he lived a bit nearer.

12th July 2020, 19:31	#42
genpk Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon MGZT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Perth, AUSTRALIA Posts: 1,664 Thanks: 3 Thanked 461 Times in 299 Posts	Still none the wiser as to what triggered any issue. As some one has said “its a car club” a place where we share information, have differences of opinions, make friends, enjoy stories and try to help each other keep a car we all love going. Yes there has to be some rules but really, like any public forum you should not get removed for a difference of opinion. Unless you live in china that is 😀

12th July 2020, 20:14	#44
WillyHeckaslike This is my second home Rovers 75 & 25 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Wearside Posts: 4,522 Thanks: 543 Thanked 709 Times in 511 Posts	I think that this site thrives because it is much more then a car forum for some. Passion for both the cars and personal views/experience on all things in life have all had a place in the club's success. Anyone can change their mind, hands up that person who has never done so? It would be nice and I think beneficial to the club if a period of grace for some reflection was granted in these situations, even if belatedly on something like an 11th hour thread which I have posted of before. To me this site has lost too many of its stalwarts already to situations where passion might have been mistaken for malice in the heat of the moment. This club needs the likes of Brian. He hasn't flounced off, he is passionate and this needs to be considered.

12th July 2020, 20:48	#45
suzublu This is my second home rover 75 1.8 vvc club se wedgwood blue Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Seaton Carew Posts: 26,920 Thanks: 65 Thanked 7,142 Times in 4,642 Posts	Seems to be a lot of speculation about Brian's decision, the conspiracy theories about behind the scenes disagreements etc, perhaps he's just tired of the marque, of carrying the burden for all of us and wants his life back to spend quality time with Chris and the family Nothing sinister happened, he's just a daft Geordie Thankfully, he's up the road, but I'll leave him alone for now

13th July 2020, 06:35	#47
Heddy This is my second home None Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: None Posts: 5,556 Thanks: 465 Thanked 1,161 Times in 924 Posts	It's about time he knocked it on the head, I wish him well.

13th July 2020, 10:09	#49
genpk Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Saloon MGZT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Perth, AUSTRALIA Posts: 1,664 Thanks: 3 Thanked 461 Times in 299 Posts	hey, if its brian’s choice to move on re the club or change car brands i wish him all the best and thank him for all his help. If it is because of some senseless issue between members etc however it would be a shame it would result in this.