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Subject:Re: Poptop flocking R&R
From:Jeff Palmer
Date:Fri, 10 Mar 2017 13:14:24 -0600

Searching and archiving data is tough too on Facebook. Their algorithms mean that messages are never in the same place twice. I have to admit that I do like seeing pictures and videos though. Wish we had that ability here. 

Jeff

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> On Mar 10, 2017, at 1:01 PM, Neil2 <vidublu@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> Ditto on Ryan's last.  And in regard to the culture it is far from what is
> found here (respect and ability to type a complete thought).  The only
> reason I'm on FB at all is because this list doesn't provide some tools
> found on FB and I find it profitable to stay tuned to the various Vanagon
> FP groups.
> 
>> On Fri, Mar 10, 2017 at 10:27 AM, Ryan Perry <rjdperry@gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Log into Facebook. Search for the group, select join on the group page. You
>> will start receiving alerts.
>> 
>> I will say the quality of information is kindergarten compared to this
>> list... List is where I go for real answers. The VOG is for the most part
>> van porn... In terms of maintenance it is typically the same remedial
>> questions over and over sprinkled with a few insights here an there. No
>> offense to the group, there is good focused discussion time to time; but
>> overall the mindset is pay to play.
>> 
>> (Full disclosure I'm the network community manager on an ESN for the second
>> largest not for profit health care system in the US. I can be cynical when
>> it comes to social media)
>> 
>> That being said, you want knowledge? Stick to this group....
>> Ryan
>> Asheville, NC
>> 
>>> On Fri, Mar 10, 2017, 11:33 AM steve meassick <stevem@tdhvac.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I don't really use FB, but how would I join the VOG?
>>> 
>>> Steve
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
>>> Of Ryan Perry
>>> Sent: Thursday, March 9, 2017 7:25 AM
>>> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>>> Subject: Re: Poptop flocking R&R
>>> 
>>> Just came across this post in the Facebook VOG
>>> 
>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/154433611260033/
>> permalink/1234404303262953/
>>> 
>>> Looks to have some good info and links in it. Would love to do it but
>>> can't imagine taking my topper off right now. Good luck.
>>> 
>>>> On Wed, Mar 8, 2017, 2:18 PM Neil2 <vidublu@gmail.com> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> I plan to remove the remainder of SaL's flocking this summer and
>>>> replace it with something similar but need some input with someone
>>>> in-the-know.  I can only think of two materials to use and have
>>>> serious doubts about one of them being suitable.  Has anyone here
>>>> successfully replaced the OEM flocking with a material that is
>>>> effective at holding the moisture without growing a lot of mold?
>>>> 
>>>> Please/thanks!
>>>> 
>>>> --
>>>> Neil2
>>>> '82 Diesel Westfalia (Ducky)
>>>> '86 Vanagon (SaVannah)
>>>> '08 170" 2500 Mega Roof Sprinter (Moby)
>>>> '90 Westfalia Subagon (SaL)
>>>> Fulltiming since August 2008
>>>> Nunquam Pendite Divendium
>>>> 
>>> 
>> 
> 
> 
> 
> --
> Neil2
> '82 Diesel Westfalia (Ducky)
> '86 Vanagon (SaVannah)
> '08 170" 2500 Mega Roof Sprinter (Moby)
> '90 Westfalia Subagon (SaL)
> Fulltiming since August 2008
> Nunquam Pendite Divendium