I'm going to take a vacation

[ChampioNman]

I've been stressed out with work and supporting this forum 24X7 and need to chill until after the holidays. My credibility has been challenged and my reliability has also been challenged. To that effect I am taking a sabbatical from the site. I need to re-collect my thoughts and decide if I am going to return as one of the modertors on this board. Good luck and keep the faith! I'm not about being challenged about thing that I know are true motor wise and to that effect good luck to all and god bless. After being a moderator here for over 5 YEARS I sure have made some good friends. Merry Christmas to all! And Happy New year!!

[JeffA]

hope you get some RR, hope to see ya back soon!..


Modified by JeffA at 10:16 PM 12/10/2009

[J E R E M Y]

just when i need your help i do understand though I hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas and a safe new year !

thanks for all advice you have shared with all of us.

Jeremy

[JR19]

It sounds like you are stressed to the point that you do need a break however...keep in mind that you are a very valuable asset to this forum and BBC. We need people that have your knowledge and the ability and willingness to help others.

I have seen it in the past where a mechanic/tech and/or a moderator got slammed for giving their opinion/advice/help. People need to realize that you give up your free time to help others and receive no pay...If they don't like what you have to say then let them go to a shop and pay the shop labor fee for help. If they don't like this free site then go join a paid web site

Merry Christmas
and enjoy your time away

[Bassmeister]

Bud, let me know anyone that challenges your credibility and they'll get tha straight skinny from me. As far as R&R, go for it but don't think aboot going far for long.......I ain't tha only one that needs ya around here. Give my love to ST. Jackie!!

[Garfish]

Fred sent IM............G

[SEAHORSE]

Fred,

What you really need is a cruise to the Bahamas and to consume copious amounts of Kalik beer, conch salad with scotch bonnet peppers, and fresh fish !!!!!

The sun, the sand, and turquoise waters help also.

[273 DC]

ChampioNman, I must have missed something on here, And know you guys get a lot of heartburn sometimes from the new members looking for answers like "Now". I know, remember I was one of those guys awhile back, but you and couple others set me straight from the word GO. I respected the way you talked to me and HELPED me with my problems. R&R is a good thing when times get stressed. But please don't just give up on the site for good. Mod or not you have years of tech. know how that is very helpful to us all. This site would not be the same with out you on the boards. This you already have heard from the number of freinds and supporters that posted before me. Take you some time for yourself and R&R, you have earned that. Thanks for all the help you given me in the past weeks, Guys ChampioNman is a top notch guy. Sorry for so long winded.
Merry Christmas to you and your family, hope to see you back soon. You know I have questions

[FSHN4DLRS]

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
and if I havent said it enough in the past let me say it now
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR WHAT YOU DO ON THIS SITE. YOU HAVE HELPED ME OH SO MANY TIMES AND HOPE YOU CAN HELP ALL OF US IN THE FUTURE!!
so go enjoy the holidays with your family and I will pray that you decide to come back and keep us novices out of trouble
AND I CANT SAY IT ENOUGH THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[bhougham]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Yeat Champ! Hope you get all the R and R you deserve!

Thanks for everything you have done for me in the past. It is greatly appreciated!

Hope to see you back soon!

[Earl320V]

relax,get some rest,have a few cocktails, see you soon, you need a challenge every once and awhile it recharges the batteries don't let them get to you.....

[dlewis10]

Like all have said - Thanks for the wisdom you have shared . I was a real rookie when I first started posting here - still am. But I think I know a couple more things now that I didn't before. You were always helpful without being cocky. Come back after some R&R. I need my Rude to last me about 20 more years .

[Bassmeister]

Hey Pus.....pull yer pants up and wade back in!!! THAT's tha cure!!!

[THE WITCHDOCTOR]

Get some rest Fred.... I know your knowledge as well as the others on here that have knowledge.... all the mods have helped me out alot over the years....... always gotta be one in the crowd that challenges... and then when it don't work they wanna know why... or have to find out for themselves... drink one for me freind and look forward to seeing ya back soon!

[gearcaseman]

Fred, If anybody in the world could lay hands on any mechanical piece of equipment and say it will never give trouble again, would be living in Fantasy Land. Sometimes we hit a homerun and most times , not. But this does'nt stop us from playing and enjoying the game. From what I've seen on the board and in person, You've got a tremendous batting average. Take some time, enjoy the Holidays, and regroup. Life is short, continue to do what you enjoy. You've helped alot of people and it's been good for all of us one way or another. Only thing left to say is a big, Thank You!!! I appreciate you working with me over the years. Your Friend, E.P.

[javelinbill]

thanks fred for all you ve done... hope your back on here soon... merry christmas

[soccplayer07]

thank you for all of the help you offer me and the site. your experience and willingness to share is unparalel. Happy holidays. I wish you the best!!!

[GaryL]

Have a great time. Remember to save a quarter to call a cab, don't become a statistic.

[chrisbil]

Championman,

Thanks for all the help when I had my 1998 Evinrude 175 Ficht. If it wasn't for you and all your help on this board alot of people including me would be up a creek.

Merry Christmas and enjoy the Holiday's. When you have your health you have everything.

[brems]

ChampioNman= valued person on this forum! Have a great Holiday season and please return soon! Don't let a few overshadow the vast many that really really appreciate your help