Where did I suggest that anyone not ask a question ? What I was implying is that in so many cases people ask a question" such that when that question is answered they aren't satisfied. They then go to a follow up question, which often doesn't satisfy. And further follow up questions then lead to one where there's no answer like, "When will a delivery occur ?" I've seen it in various blogs a zillion times.
It also seems, and just was written by Joe, that there's a belief that Coates won't respond to emails, usually because someone tried once and didn't get a response. While you may not get an answer every time, the likes of myself, Grub, Mog, and Andre can attest that you can get answers. I guess it's easier for some to say "They don't reply" and then stand on the sideline until guys like those mentioned above take the time and persistence to figure things out for everyone here.
And as for your comment that "Coates can't tell anyone anything that already isn't public", well, that's partly true. Coates has told a number of us a good number of things that weren't public, and several of us have shared those things with others. What Coates can't share are things that would be considered inside info. I know you know that, but just wanted to clarify so you didn't think Coates won't give you answers sometimes when they can.