The Resource For All Things Datsun Roadster S211/SPL212/310/311 Datsun Sports Roadster 1959-April 1970 circa 40,000 produced
https://www.311s.org/phpBB3/
Absolutely. I thought I was original and "different" with my wheel choice:Gregs672000 wrote: ↑Sun Sep 08, 2019 12:58 pm People are too easily offended and this hobby is about fun and community.
Subliminal, or indicKative of its owner?
Thanks theunz for that intellectual response i appreciate that.theunz wrote: ↑Sun Sep 08, 2019 8:22 am I think the reason that most roadsters have one of a few sets of wheels is because when most people by a classic car they want it to look like what they remember. Personally, I feel that modern wheel designs on most any classic car just looks wrong. Of course there are exceptions. I want my car to look and DRIVE like it did when I first bought it in 1972. To me a big part of a classic car is to experience what a car felt and looked like in its era. Some just want an old body on a modern chassis with a newer drivetrain and that's ok too. Too each his own, ther're all cool!
Yea i dont think soAlvin wrote: ↑Sun Sep 08, 2019 3:06 pmAbsolutely. I thought I was original and "different" with my wheel choice:Gregs672000 wrote: ↑Sun Sep 08, 2019 12:58 pm People are too easily offended and this hobby is about fun and community.
The expectation set by the OP is a tall order. Anxiously awaiting!
Undies twisted?? Not at all maybe some nievity that some are actually being serious because i dont know the people or are on here enough to tell but i have the patience to weed through the BS and the trolls to get to the intelligent responses...Gregs672000 wrote: ↑Sun Sep 08, 2019 12:58 pm "Period correct" is what Mike is referring to. And noted "to each his own" as it should be.
I would also note that a few undies are getting twisted into a bundle as can happen with words or interpretation of words or intent... unbundle please. People are too easily offended and this hobby is about fun and community.
Well... I realize you may be laughing at yourself, given the wheels are on your car
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Gregs672000 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 09, 2019 12:42 pmWell... I realize you may be laughing at yourself, given the wheels are on your car
This is my observation... communication is always limited and open to interpretation. Even if one "decides" that the other is being a Dick, how one responds is what you control, as well as offering a subtle opportunity for the other to review what was said and to (hopefully) adjust and learn how they may be being perceived even if it's contrary to their original intention.
When Will makes comments about my "fancy" ignition system or what is a good idea for a compression ratio and that my engine should make more power than it currently does, I choose to ignore what COULD be perceived BY ME as personal digs, and prefer to educate and acknowledge the pros and cons of choices made by ME for MY car instead of allowing underwear consternation to decide how I react in public (see dyno posts). In this current case, the OP (who is fairly new to 311s) made comment that there appear to be few wheel options and that a lack of "creativity" may be present, when in reality there is a great deal of info on a variety of wheels and choices, something that folks like Alvin have spent A LOT of time documenting and making available as a resource to us (thank you, it's greatly appreciated). However, I have found that when one wants to correct behavior, initially leading with the carrot is more effective than hitting with a stick and promotes self correction and less stress for all. Sometimes sticks are necessary, but sometimes people just don't realize how they're coming across (myself included as well, being human!). On the surface, it does appear that there are few wheel choices out there, but that is due to being new to the cars, and not necessarily an underlying disdain for other owner choices. Educate first, and allow for self correction by the individual and hope for a graceful acknowledgement of a change in perception. It creates more community and an environment of growth and support, instead of the "flame on" attitude one can find on many car or hobby websites.
My buck fifty... 2 cents was not enough...
Thank you Greg. my exact word was "imagination" I feel creativity is a bit harsh as I feel we are all creative in our own way where-as if there are many wheels out there that would fit on our cars and I still saw that only "4 types" were still being used I would say that is a lack of "imagining" what your car could look like with other options. Or you stays safe and do what others have done because it compliments the car and there is evidence of this because we have the photos. I've always been the type that doesn't want to follow the norm or do what everyone else is doing, that is why I started this thread and I am finding out that I'm leaning towards there not being many options out there that fit our cars.Gregs672000 wrote: ↑Mon Sep 09, 2019 12:42 pmWell... I realize you may be laughing at yourself, given the wheels are on your car
This is my observation... communication is always limited and open to interpretation. Even if one "decides" that the other is being a Dick, how one responds is what you control, as well as offering a subtle opportunity for the other to review what was said and to (hopefully) adjust and learn how they may be being perceived even if it's contrary to their original intention.
When Will makes comments about my "fancy" ignition system or what is a good idea for a compression ratio and that my engine should make more power than it currently does, I choose to ignore what COULD be perceived BY ME as personal digs, and prefer to educate and acknowledge the pros and cons of choices made by ME for MY car instead of allowing underwear consternation to decide how I react in public (see dyno posts). In this current case, the OP (who is fairly new to 311s) made comment that there appear to be few wheel options and that a lack of "creativity" may be present, when in reality there is a great deal of info on a variety of wheels and choices, something that folks like Alvin have spent A LOT of time documenting and making available as a resource to us (thank you, it's greatly appreciated). However, I have found that when one wants to correct behavior, initially leading with the carrot is more effective than hitting with a stick and promotes self correction and less stress for all. Sometimes sticks are necessary, but sometimes people just don't realize how they're coming across (myself included as well, being human!). On the surface, it does appear that there are few wheel choices out there, but that is due to being new to the cars, and not necessarily an underlying disdain for other owner choices. Educate first, and allow for self correction by the individual and hope for a graceful acknowledgement of a change in perception. It creates more community and an environment of growth and support, instead of the "flame on" attitude one can find on many car or hobby websites.
My buck fifty... 2 cents was not enough...
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