Does anyone know How the gig In San Diego is going for Brad?

Brad who??

We all hope that Brad is doing well in his new endeavors.

However, he's indicated to members of the Admin team that he no longer wishes to be involved with 914s or the 914club.

It's news we've had for a couple of weeks, but we weren't sure how to discuss it openly.

We do wish him the very best and appreciate his past service to our community.

-Lawrence

I think Aaron and Matt went down early on Friday to see him and check out his new digs...

WOW!!!! Thats a heart stopper.

Well I hope for the best for him

QUOTE (Lawrence @ Jun 12 2005, 08:35 AM)

However, he's indicated to members of the Admin team that he no longer wishes to be involved with 914s or the 914club.

WTF???

Yeah... WTF?

Nice knowing that... after we all raised over $10K to get his a$$ out of jail!!!!!

Refund??

Oh boy, More Drama. Here it comes.

QUOTE (Qarl @ Jun 12 2005, 09:04 AM)

Yeah... WTF? Nice knowing that... after we all raised over $10K to get his a$$ out of jail!!!!!

Uhhhhhh... can we be let in on any info?

We do care ya know

........b

Hey lets try to keep it nice I wasn't trying to start drama.

I want this to be nice and clean posts please

Pretty please with lots of sugar

Let's wish him well in his endevors

I hope this wasn't a requirement for his release.....

Best of luck Brad! Gonna miss ya!

Ken

Didn't mean to sound harsh. I know Brad has been through more car business related sh!t than most of us will ever experience in our lifetime. Personally, I feel bad for the guy. I know he is a decent man.

We have always stuck by him and worshiped him with 914 guru status.

When his most recent problem happened with #4 - we all stood by him - supported him, defended him, and even put together a fund drive for him to help him make bail.

Now... we find out this way (through some random post) about his departure.

I know there is probably more to the story (there always is), but I think we all would respect his decision and continue to respect him if he would have at least posted a departure note to us all.

You know... something like this...

>>To my fellow 914club friends.

It is with great regret that I let you know that I will be taking a leave of absence from the 914 community for an undisclosed period of time. While I appreciate your support and friendship over the years, I have, unfortunately had to make this difficult decision for my own health and happiness.

I appreciate what this community has become and all the support and kindness you have shown me during recent months. Many (most) of you, I have never met in person, but you treated me like a brother...<<


Oh Fuch it!

Good luck Brad!

Karl. Seems a little rude, but my life will go on just the same

Yeah, that would have been the classy thing to do.

I can't comment on the specifics, as I wasn't one of the Admins to speak to him directly. When I learned of the things he told other's on the Admin team, I pretty much threw in the towel with Brad.

At one point, Brad deleted his own account and asked Andy to delete all of his posts. We chose not to do that and we restored his account in "member" status.

Most of you know that I don't pull any punches. IMO, these are the actions of an ungrateful bastard. EDIT: I'm discussing the actions... not the person. We'll tolerate no personal attacks.

But maybe he'll be back when he needs more money for legal bills.

-Lawrence

well ......... <---------- speechless

Well, I'm stunded

Sure would like to, at least, know if Brad was aquitted... or not... sure hope so.

Well put Lawrence. You too Qarl

........b

Well I was wondering why he's replyed alot to the CGT crash thread on the bird board, and hadn't said anything here.

No one can know all the facts. His life. I'm still disapointed in this though.

Lets hope he comes to his senses, and drops in occassionally.

i wonder if he got in to the NARP thing










sorry i had to throw a little humor in to this

Okay Scott, Go ahead, throw it in.
CCLINJOKESTER

Life goes on! We have a great club membership and a great group of admins. I am sure Brad is focusing on his future for which we should not blame him. I wish him the best of luck and look forward to the time when he joins us again.

All the best Brad!

Dan Callicott

you know i you craig but

this is very disheartening... I wish Brad the best,and I certainly hope all the legal troubles get worked out... but finding out this way is rough... kinda weak, you know?

I totally agree with you Qarl... and well said, Lawrence...

Scott you are to much.
CCLIN

I spend lots of time here as is...I couldn't imagine how much time I would have to spend online if I were asked questions about obscure parts/fixes. (PS. I don't know anything, please don't ask! )

The club would have probably taken up too much time for him, so he needed to make a cut to concentrate on his new job.


Don't take it personally guys, you still have lurkers like me!

Sang 76/914

I did not get the chance to meet Brad personally. He did take the time to reply to a PM I sent him that was not P related and I felt it was considerate of him to do so. I am under the impression this forum was his brain child and have been impressed that it is so successful. I contributed to his legal fund based on all of the support he gave to this forum and the 914 community. Hearing about his abrupt departure from 914world.com and the 914 community is disappointing to say the least. It would have been nice if he had said his goodbye more along the lines suggested by Carl. It can be difficult though for some people to express their goodbyes when they are saddened buy their own departure. His participation here will be missed and I wish him luck in his new ventures.

-Jeff

I can understand Brad wanting to get a new start on his life in Southern California. I think most of us gave to the legal fund with no strings attached and no expectations. He was a great resource while he was part of this community and gave me input that truly helped me with my car. I'm just sad to lose a good 914 resource like Brad. I wish him the best of luck!

I wish Brad well whatever he decides to do.

Sometimes the information highway can really be information overload. If I had to take a guess, I think Brad just needs to take a break. Even Jake took a break ... check out his last few posts.

Just my .02.

I spoke with brad on the phone on friday and he sounded good. We were going to visit his shop, but we were stuck in almost 2 hours of traffic, so we missed him

He did a lot of great things for the 914 community and it sounds like he's moved on for a while. I think we should be happy for him he got such a good gig.

hmmm................

that would explain a few things.


Just when I think I've seen it all. . . . . .

I'll miss Brad, but at my age I miss lots of people....life goes on.

JP, we miss you, please come home.
CCLINHUH

QUOTE (J P Stein @ Jun 12 2005, 01:07 PM)

I'll miss Brad, but at my age I miss lots of people....life goes on.

Mount a big-ole mercedes hood ornament on the front of the car. Then you can use it like a gun sight and you won't miss people any more.

easy guys... we've all benefited from brad's work here -- as far as i'm concerned, he has absolutely no debt to the collective club. if he needs to move on with his life, that's his decision. he's not a demi-god.

He's probally lurking right now...

Maybe he'll post a farewell.

Thanks for the help with my car.

KT

I for one wish him the best. If and when he decides to rejoin the fray here I will be one who will hold out my hand and welcome him back. If you are lurking Brad good luck and if you are at a track any of us are at pop by and say HI. BUt bring some brewskis wit cha OH yea is he draging his better half off with him????

Maybe "the boxsters are coming"?

yea, don't get me wrong, I owe Brad a big thanks for all the help he's given me, and I wish him nothing but the best, but I just wish he'd have told us himself, instead of finding out through the admins... that's all...

(I hope Brad reads this)

Brad Roberts has arguably done more good for the 914 community than any other single individual. He always gave and NEVER recieved. For all the many hours he donated to this community, $10,000 bail money is a pittance. He owes this community nothing, but we owe him a lot. If taking a fork in the road is how Brad needs to deal emotionally with his life I wish him only the best. Anyone who had a problem with that is being selfish. Let him do what he has to do and wish him well. And be willing to welcome him back with a smile and pat on the back if he decides to join us again.

Take care, Brad.

Best Regards,
Ben M.

Good luck to ya Brad! Know that you're always welcome here.

QUOTE (nebreitling @ Jun 12 2005, 02:21 PM)

easy guys... we've all benefited from brad's work here -- as far as i'm concerned, he has absolutely no debt to the collective club. if he needs to move on with his life, that's his decision. he's not a demi-god.

I agree.

QUOTE (tat2dphreak @ Jun 12 2005, 03:56 PM)

yea, don't get me wrong, I owe Brad a big thanks for all the help he's given me, and I wish him nothing but the best, but I just wish he'd have told us himself, instead of finding out through the admins... that's all...

Once the Wine and Cheesers find out he has teener in his blood they will turn on him We'll alway be here though kinda like that stray dog that hangs out under your porch. Its there and will watch out for you but some times snaps at you just because.

QUOTE (seanery @ Jun 12 2005, 02:06 PM)

QUOTE (nebreitling @ Jun 12 2005, 02:21 PM) easy guys...  we've all benefited from brad's work here -- as far as i'm concerned, he has absolutely no debt to the collective club.  if he needs to move on with his life, that's his decision.  he's not a demi-god. I agree.

On doubt in my mind this is good for him. Brad has done way too fucking much for anyone to say shit about him.




Now who is Jenny gonna get to work on her car????


Hey B,

QUOTE (Bleyseng @ Jun 12 2005, 01:13 PM)

Now who is Jenny gonna get to work on her car????

If she moves down to socal she can park it at skline's garage and the socal contingent will work on it

He could have at least said good bye.

QUOTE (tat2dphreak @ Jun 12 2005, 02:56 PM)

yea, don't get me wrong, I owe Brad a big thanks for all the help he's given me, and I wish him nothing but the best, but I just wish he'd have told us himself, instead of finding out through the admins... that's all...

I am sure Brad has his reasons, remember he left the head honcho post last year to work on other stuff.
Hopefully, things will finally work out for him....sometimes bad luck is better than no luck at all.

QUOTE (MattR @ Jun 12 2005, 01:19 PM)

QUOTE (Bleyseng @ Jun 12 2005, 01:13 PM) Now who is Jenny gonna get to work on her car???? If she moves down to socal she can park it at skline's garage and the socal contingent will work on it

I'll work on Jenny's car if she needs it.