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Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
There have been several sticky topics that have remained at the top of the forum for several weeks that I do not believe are important enough to remain there. In my opinion, they could have been posted with normal icons down with all the other posts. Is there a time limit for sticky posts to remain posted? I assume that any one of us can use the sticky topic icon that will ensure our post remains above all others for an indeterminant time while all other posts are not able to proceed above them. If everyone used the sticky topic icon, sticky topics would eventually fill the pages with topics that remain above all other posts forcing members to scroll down until we find the most recent non sticky topic.
I propose that the sticky topic icon either be removed or only be used by Admin personnel for posts and policy announcements that are deemed important enough to remain at the top above all other posts and then be removed after one week in order to allow regular posts to proceed to the top. Just a thought. Jim Patrick
I propose that the sticky topic icon either be removed or only be used by Admin personnel for posts and policy announcements that are deemed important enough to remain at the top above all other posts and then be removed after one week in order to allow regular posts to proceed to the top. Just a thought. Jim Patrick
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Re: Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
I haven't got around to using the advice given in the stickies yet. Just getting organised to be able to read and post has been enough for now. I am still working on posting photos, with no success as yet. Once that is accomplished, I may need the sticky posts, and would appreciate them being right at the top so I don't have to learn how to search the forum for them.
Allan from down under.
Allan from down under.
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4 sticky posts aren't bad. Also they are good for reference for folks just joining or getting up to speed. On a forum where I'm a moderator one of the sections (yes it is that big) has sticky topics for most of the first page.
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Re: Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
Noted. I usually use sticky notices with a timeout of 3-5 days. Announcements I depreciate once they are no longer relevant. We're looking at a minor reorg of the topics, perhaps a dedicated Support Forum where folks (even guests can post if you cant log in) can ask for help and it keeps the clutter off the main Forum. Possibly even a dedicated OT (Off Topic) Forum.jiminbartow wrote: ↑Thu Jan 24, 2019 3:31 pmI propose that the sticky topic icon either be removed or only be used by Admin personnel for posts and policy announcements that are deemed important enough to remain at the top above all other posts and then be removed after one week in order to allow regular posts to proceed to the top. Just a thought. Jim Patrick
Kinda like this: .
thoughts?
Jeff
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Re: Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
In my opinion there should be a few topics that should be sticky.
1. Forum rules if not found elsewhere
2. Right hand vs left hand cranking
3. 12 volt vs 6 volt
4. Timer vs Distributor
Im sure you see where this is going, there are a few topics that seem to always come up for debate so why not sticky those topics?
1. Forum rules if not found elsewhere
2. Right hand vs left hand cranking
3. 12 volt vs 6 volt
4. Timer vs Distributor
Im sure you see where this is going, there are a few topics that seem to always come up for debate so why not sticky those topics?
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Re: Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
Please don't break up the forum into separate subjects (newcomer, OT, etc.); it is much simpler to just look in one place and read whatever comes to fancy my mind at the moment. We talked about this on the old forum, and as I recalled most of us said, "It ain't broke, don't fix it!"
T'ake care,
David Dewey
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Re: Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
It's always been my understanding that what constitutes a sticky, its access and its content are strictly administration decisions and are to be used as they see fit.
But why would Stickys be any more or as distracting than the sheer volume of OT threads fighting for places at the top of the Board? Oh, never mind, I forgot. Too many people here are terrified of a tool box with more than four drawers.
But why would Stickys be any more or as distracting than the sheer volume of OT threads fighting for places at the top of the Board? Oh, never mind, I forgot. Too many people here are terrified of a tool box with more than four drawers.
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David Dewey said it best. His commentary reflects what Chris B told us all in Hershey last Oct. I appreciate the work Chris and others at MTFCA do to support the Forum. jb
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Ok, ok. We get it. Take a look now.
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Voltage Regulators, Starter & Generator Repair
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Voltage Regulators, Starter & Generator Repair
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www.modeltstarters.com
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Re: Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
Thank you Jeff for all the work you are doing for the forum. I think more organization to the forum as you suggest is a great idea! A dedicated (Support Forum) an OT (Off Topic) Forum and even an (Old Photo) Forum would be great! I think having the technical questions and general Model T discussion separated from other topics will help the forum grow. A small percent of the current 1,400+ registered users participate on the forum. With a little organization I think more would join in.AdminJeff wrote: ↑Thu Jan 24, 2019 10:17 pmWe're looking at a minor reorg of the topics, perhaps a dedicated Support Forum where folks (even guests can post if you cant log in) can ask for help and it keeps the clutter off the main Forum. Possibly even a dedicated OT (Off Topic) Forum.
thoughts?
Jeff
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I totally agree and fortunately, I have firsthand experience that can attest to these assumptions. This isn't my first rodeo as most can probably tell. I ran another car club forum many years with well over 1000 users and as soon as we did a little organizing of the forums (we were using Yahoo groups before I put in phpBB), users came out of the woodwork and started participating. In droves. There will always be those who don't want change, however, since one of the stated goals of this club as well as all the local regions is more participation, then we have to try a few new things. Not go crazy, just test some new ideas. It's what I do as a successful CEO, and when things work, we pour gas on those ideas. When they don't, we kill them. Quickly.Thank you Jeff for all the work you are doing for the forum. I think more organization to the forum as you suggest is a great idea! A dedicated (Support Forum) an OT (Off Topic) Forum and even an (Old Photo) Forum would be great! I think having the technical questions and general Model T discussion separated from other topics will help the forum grow. A small percent of the current 1,400+ registered users participate on the forum. With a little organization I think more would join in.
I'm willing to try anything within reason that will generate more interest to attract more users to participate by interacting more and asking more questions here. Hopefully my in-depth tutorials and FAQ's will help those who might be a little unsure of how to do something.
Jeff
Assistant WebSite Admin
1921 Model T Touring, 1930 Model A Roadster
Voltage Regulators, Starter & Generator Repair
www.modeltregulators.com
www.modeltstarters.com
1921 Model T Touring, 1930 Model A Roadster
Voltage Regulators, Starter & Generator Repair
www.modeltregulators.com
www.modeltstarters.com
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Re: Limit use of Sticky Topic Icon
Thank you Jeff. That is much better! My intention was not to stir the pot or complain. I was simply concerned that when folks realize that thir posts can remain at the top indefinitely by using the sticky topic icon, I could envision a scenario, whereby every post, no matter what the subject was, could conceivably use the sticky topic icon, thus pushing every other topic to the bottom. I just didn't relish the thought of having to scroll down through the pages reviewing the newly posted sticky topics, while looking for the newly posted topics. In my opinion, the way you did it addresses the problem perfectly. Thanks again Jeff, for listening . Jim Patrick