QUOTE: Originally posted by chewie8han As Davekelly pointed out QUOTE: In the "Coming Next Month" there's a "Walkthrough lift bridge" listed. So why not put that in. That would make the original person feel like their letter truely meant something to MRR and they're following it up with an actual article. If it can be listed in "Coming Next Month", why couldn't it be mentioned in the Workshop?
QUOTE: In the "Coming Next Month" there's a "Walkthrough lift bridge" listed.
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QUOTE: It's tough to give a basic answer to a complex situation like an access bridge. They vary greatly in design alone (depending on the application on the specific layout), let alone the wiring scenario that can be created. ... Thus, since we have already covered this topic in other places, both in the magazine and in a book, Jim pointed that out.
QUOTE: Keep in mind that all modelers situations are different. As we cover different aspects of the hobby in the magazine, a specific topic may or may not apply to your individual situation at that point in time.
QUOTE: Originally posted by Bergie Trust me, there's no "new focus on profits" that would be affecting Jim's integrity. Nor anyone else on the staff, for that matter.
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QUOTE: The answer was, in effect, "If ya want an answer, buy our books." What's with that? In the past I've seen these kinds of questions given a basic answer, followed with something like "...Book X and Book Y provide more in-depth information on this subject." That's fine - a basic answer, with a lead to more information than can be provided in the column.
QUOTE: Still, though Bob was pretty strident in his reply to my original post, the "buy this book if you want an answer" reply to the question posed, without even a basic explanation, does seem to be somewhat out of sync with the customer service department's committment to the subscriber. I don't recall ever before seeing a question answered in the way this was. I was also surprised that Jim H., who has been with the magazine so long, would have written such a reply. Now maybe he was really rushed and had to get something written up at the last minute, or maybe his reply was severely edited to fit the space available. But whatever the case, what came out in print for all to see forever certainly comes across as more serving the interests of Kalmbach than the poor hapless modeler."
QUOTE: At most, it might be a symptom of a new focus on profits at Kalmbach. Then again, it might just be a one-time abberation caused by a looming deadline or over-enthusiastic editing for space.
QUOTE: Originally posted by Bergie Have you ever called our customer service department? ... They go out of their way to treat each and every one of our customer like they're royalty... I highly doubt our founder would be horified to learn about a program that devotes so much time to our customers' experience with our company. Rather, I think he'd be rather proud. Erik
QUOTE: Originally posted by FundyNorthern It's all about making money for Kalmbach. Period. Us readers and forum visitors don't mean squat. If something in the magazines isn't adding to the Kalmbach coffers, out it goes. I imagine Al Kalmbach would be horrified of what the corporation has become these days if he were alive! Bob Boudreau
QUOTE: Originally posted by trainboyH16-44 WHAT?! You've got your july MR already? When's mine gonna get here? WHERE IS THAT @#^%&* DOGSLED ALREADY?
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