I have been a semi frequent poster on several other automobile forums and have found most of them to be kind of "horsey." By that I mean that when the least little thing is put in a post that conflicts with the interests of the people providing that forum, they will delete it.

In contrast to that, I have been posting on this forum somewhat regularly for over five years and cannot recall anything that was deleted or anyone scolded for posting information that conflicts with the profitability of Fastlane, or in the past, MB Autowerks.

It amazes me how many people will post questions asking where to get parts while it is very obvious that one of the purposes for their supporting this forum is to help promote the sale of MB parts. It seems to me to be downright rude.

Asking on these forums for parts sources is much like walking into the auto supply, walking up to a customer at the counter and asking him where to buy a part that would obviously be sold in that store, while the counterman is listening.

There has been the normal necessary moderation of posts over the years, even some of mine have been thrown out the window, and probably for good reason. I have NEVER seen, however, posts thrown out for promotion of the competitors of this site.

That's all I have to say. It's nothing more than a post, to point out to those who might not have noticed, just how much class these folks have.

Have a great day,

Agreed. I have noticed what you mention and it just shows what kind of people we have running this board. When somone asks where to buy parts, I always refer them to fastlane.

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Ali Al-Chalabi

2001 CLK55
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel
2002 Harley-Davidson Fatboy
Merlin Extralight w/ Campy Record

I'm afraid I must offer my apologies to Fastlane. I have benefitted from this site, and have purchased parts from other sources. Initially, I was not aware of the connection between this forum and Fastlane Parts. Fastlane is now my source for parts.

J. M. van Swaay

Good points Larry. It doesn't hurt to politely direct someone to Fastlane in a thread. YOUR PART

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00 E420
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Good thread, Larry. I've had the same thoughts from time to time over the last couple years.

Phil has been incredibly helpful to me every time I've called him, and prices are reasonable. Can't beat that combination!

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Steve
'93 400E

I buy 90%+ of my parts from Fastlane. I always try to direct people towards Fastlane and Phil.

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Most professional forum i've ever been associated with and Larry Bible is one of the main reasons. Knowledgable,reliable and honest.All the techs and experts on this board just can't be beat and spend time and go way out of their way just to find an answer-whether it be a new member or a seasoned veteran, it doesn't matter.

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Just want to second the original remarks. Great site, knowledgeable advice.

Through this site, I have made a connection to an excellent local indy shop that I didn't know existed, and what's more, I'm very pleased with their work and their Mercedes savoir faire.

Thanks a ton.

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....and a whole passel of BMW 2002 and Tii