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10/14/2008 10:57:25 AM EDT
So, there was a fellow ARFCOM'r that had junk laying around and offered it up to the first person that contacted him. That was me. After several times of conflicting schedules, we finally met up. Nonetheless, his "junk" was really useful to me and was worth some money though I don't plan on selling it off.

This is where this thread comes in. Is this allowable to VA members only for a pay it forward type thread? I'd like to get this started as to build more of fellowship between ARFCOM'rs of Virginia. Is this able to get tacked up top? Will I be violating any rules? Obvouisly I would have to lay down some rules like ABOLUTELY no WTS/WTB type post. Just ... pay it fowards

For those that don't know what a "Pay it foward" is, here's an example.

Joe: "I have a set of rear and front BUIS to give to someone"
John: "Hi Joe, I'll take the set of BUIS. I offer up my stripped lower up for grabs"
Jane: "Hi John, I'll gladly take your stripped lower. I'll put my KAC rail covers up in exchange"

So on and so forth...

Bad idea or good idea?

<3 Carlo

P.S. I got some sweet stuff (so I think) that I could start off for this thread

10/14/2008 11:38:25 AM EDT
[#1]
Hey Carlo,

I, too, have been a recipient of a pay-it-forward type thread, in which I asked where I could find an M16A1 buttstock screw and QUIET just sent one to me for free!

I think it's a good idea and don't see why we wouldn't be able to start one here in the VAHTF.

I've been trying to clear out the safe/parts box and don't have much of anything left.  Off the top of my head, I know I have a spare trigger guard if anyone wants it.  Lemme see if there's any other junk treasure I can spare.


ETA:  I'm in NOVA
10/14/2008 12:35:57 PM EDT
[#2]
Normally we don't allow adds or threads like adds in the HTFs. I will check and see if an exception can be made for something like this.
10/14/2008 12:45:12 PM EDT
[#3]
Wait, is Carlo giving away a KAC lower?


Hey man, remember who gave you that POS DPMS trigger!!

:)
10/14/2008 1:22:28 PM EDT
[#4]

Quoted:
Normally we don't allow adds or threads like adds in the HTFs. I will check and see if an exception can be made for something like this.

Thanks!

I just have a lot of stuff to give out but rather give it to people who need it or could contribute to the cause. Maybe we could try it out for a month and if doesn't work, we could close the thread?

Quoted:
Wait, is Carlo giving away a KAC lower?


Hey man, remember who gave you that POS DPMS trigger!!

:)

pfft, I already know what I'm going to give you.
10/14/2008 2:16:30 PM EDT
[#5]
I second the motion....
10/14/2008 2:34:10 PM EDT
[#6]
Great idea for the VA people
10/14/2008 3:11:30 PM EDT
[#7]
This sounds like a good idea.  If it is okay to start such a thing I have a few things to throw into the mix.
10/14/2008 5:31:42 PM EDT
[#8]

Quoted:
This sounds like a good idea.  If it is okay to start such a thing I have a few things to throw into the mix.

Thats what I'd like to hear.

Also, just to throw this out there, maybe those that are eligible to call "dibs" on pay it forward items have to at least have 50 or 100 post. something to that affect to promote being active on the site versus being a lurker.
10/14/2008 5:35:41 PM EDT
[#9]
I wouldn't give that Ben guy anything! LOL
10/14/2008 5:52:05 PM EDT
[#10]

Quoted:
I wouldn't give that Ben guy anything! LOL




that's not what your mom said And see, I would give you the shirt off my back.  I'm a giver.


10/14/2008 6:24:37 PM EDT
[#11]
Do this on another forum I go to.

A guy will post what he has, people call dibs, first guy ships it at his cost.

It's a good way to get rid of some crap you have laying around that isn't worth selling.
10/14/2008 6:28:54 PM EDT
[#12]
I will do it. I have some fireams and non-firearm related stuff of semi worth that I would like to get rid of to make room for more junk.
10/15/2008 5:51:01 AM EDT
[#13]
OK, here's the deal. You are welcome to go forward with this concept here. I would like you to start a new thread for this. Once a new thread is started I'm going to insert a warning into the thread.

Basically everyone is welcome to take part. Everyone must proceed with this at their own risk. AR15.com is not liable if someone decides to take advantage of this. If you get screwed over  you're on your own.
10/15/2008 8:11:46 AM EDT
[#14]

Quoted:
OK, here's the deal. You are welcome to go forward with this concept here. I would like you to start a new thread for this. Once a new thread is started I'm going to insert a warning into the thread.

Basically everyone is welcome to take part. Everyone must proceed with this at their own risk. AR15.com is not liable if someone decides to take advantage of this. If you get screwed over  you're on your own.


EXCELLENT!!!  I started the thread (props to C45P312 for the great idea) HERE

Can you make it sticky?

Thanks for OKing this, it's a great idea!
10/16/2008 4:39:31 AM EDT
[#15]
Looks like it has started. Nonetheless, like the OP said, lets keep it simple guys and taking all questions to IM/Email. I know it's hard to stay on track but trust me, it'll be a lot better to decipher in the long run. lol

10/16/2008 6:50:22 AM EDT
[#16]
One thing I noticed is not everyone puts where they are in Virginia. that's no big deal for shippable stuff, but for larger items, folks may want to put NoVa, Tidewater, Roanoke area, etc.

I'm rummaging through my stuff now to see what goodies may be shared :)

--RedKnightt--

Zombie Squad has it right: “We hold fast to the belief that if you are prepared for a scenario where the walking corpses of your family and neighbors are trying to eat you alive, you will be prepared for almost anything.”
10/16/2008 7:57:29 AM EDT
[#17]

Quoted:

Zombie Squad has it right: “We hold fast to the belief that if you are prepared for a scenario where the walking corpses of your family and neighbors are trying to eat you alive, you will be prepared for almost anything.”


That's what I've been saying to everyone who thinks I'm crazy for preparing for a zombie infestation.

"If you're prepared for the impossible, then you're very prepared for the possible.  Hurricanes, earthquakes, fire, tornadoes, nuclear fallout, tsunamis, famine, anything you can think of ain't got nuthin' on the walking undead!"

_MaH
10/16/2008 3:22:48 PM EDT
[#18]
see new thread

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