Date:         Thu, 1 Oct 2015 18:44:18 -0400
Reply-To:     Tom Buese <tantonbz@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Tom Buese <tantonbz@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Kickstarter: Pan American trip by two guys from Calfornia.
Comments: To: BenT <syncro@gmail.com>
In-Reply-To:  <070C274B-771D-4964-9396-5E2617DEF7B0@gmail.com>
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I rarely read any of McNeely's posts, but when I do, I am always reminded
why I try to avoid them-YMMV


On Thu, Oct 1, 2015 at 6:11 PM, BenT <syncro@gmail.com> wrote:

> If you read the description from Abel's repost from their link, you might
> find that the boys have already funded their trip. They ran short on funds
> for equipment to document their adventures. Most donors receive some
> merchandise, etc. Although outright donations are also accepted.
>
> If you don't want to support them, then just move on. I only brought it to
> the List's attention because they are so close to their goal and time was
> short.  I've just met with Miles in person. He's not some scammer. He's a
> real person who has himself spent $40K+ on their Vanagon. Supporting
> listvendors who are supporting your vehicles. As for me, I'm glad to meet
> the new generation of Vanagon enthusiasts who welcome the brand and model
> as more than a conveyance.
>
>
> BenT
>
> > On Oct 1, 2015, at 2:05 PM, Dave Mcneely <mcneely4@COX.NET> wrote:
> >
> > Typically, folks seeking money to fund a business effort promise to pay
> it back.  These scams, err, charities, have no such notion.  But, to anyone
> who wants to give them money, it's yours, you can do as you wish.
>



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Tom Buese