I Have been a member here since Feb. 2011, and I have 11 posts. I guess I'll reach the 20 requirement around 2017. Let me know where to send the dollar. I don't do pay pal. I guess I could type "welcome" 25,000 times.
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I Have been a member here since Feb. 2011, and I have 11 posts. I guess I'll reach the 20 requirement around 2017. Let me know where to send the dollar. I don't do pay pal. I guess I could type "welcome" 25,000 times.
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its too bad this has to be done! but we all understand we are all behind you. thankyou
The pay pal payment could be refunded or applied to a purchase, the amount doesn't matter, a penny or a dollar can both be tracked.
FYI, As a newer member, I would gladly pay a buck if it helps maintain the quality of the forum or makes the job of administration easier. I recommend using it for the administrator's beer & pizza fund.
Hi David,
I know this is primarily a Factory Five site, But I would like to share my experience on my new project with everyone if possible. Other site is getting waaay to political to enjoy.
I recently ordered an Ultima GTR Kit from England, it should be here in about 12 weeks.
If it is possible can you set up a section for NON-FFR builds?
If not I understand.
Cheers,
Bob Scocca
CLASS OF 2009 # 79 FFR MK 3.1, # 6898, Complete kit arrived 02/07/09, roller 03/30/09, first start 07/14/09, Registered 10/14/09, PPG Orange Glow over Sterling silver,427W Kieth Kraft (561hp)
"Speed has never killed anyone. Suddenly becoming stationary… that's what gets you." -Jeremy Clarkson
http://s995.photobucket.com/albums/af80/rscocca/
Just for the record, the above was my second post (not first as shown). . . this is my third. First one is in never never land.....
I came into this thread to post something else and see that I didn't submit my reply that I had written up to Gary so...
Gary,
The new user moderation has been very successful in further weeding out spammers. And yes, if your first post has a link in it, it gets routed to moderation automatically. That rule has caught spam in the past and helps keep the site clean. Your first post was approved just about the same time as you posted your comments. I do think that once you get through registration that some of the rules above can be relaxed a bit, like the automatic routing of linked posts to moderation. I don't publish the number but it could come down a bit. Sorry you're first posts had to be what they were but welcome to the forum!
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
Bob, we know that many FFR builders sometimes have other builds or hobbies and we encourage you to share those with us. Whether it's about building a plane, boat, guitar, Ultima GTR, whatever, those kinds of topics are interesting and welcome as long as you at least own or have owned a Factory Five. The exception is a Smyth, which I feel would not be inappropriate on this forum.
Use the OT forum for your thread and post away!
EDIT: PS That doesn't mean that if you are a future builder or dreamer you can't post about other topics too! Bob is referring to a build thread, which is usually very long and spread out over time.
PPS: If enough of these thread accumulate over time, a separate sub-forum may be required. But not at this time.
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
Thanks Dave,
I am a current owner of an FFR Roadster.
You may remember me as the Orange cobra guy who bought breakfast at the open house.
Cheers,
Bob Scocca
CLASS OF 2009 # 79 FFR MK 3.1, # 6898, Complete kit arrived 02/07/09, roller 03/30/09, first start 07/14/09, Registered 10/14/09, PPG Orange Glow over Sterling silver,427W Kieth Kraft (561hp)
"Speed has never killed anyone. Suddenly becoming stationary… that's what gets you." -Jeremy Clarkson
http://s995.photobucket.com/albums/af80/rscocca/
Bob you big dummy, like I don't remember you! You're ride has so many interesting things about it! And I voted for it in several categories at the open house. I bet you're pretty freakin' excited about the Ultima and I can't wait to see some pics.
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
I know I am a little late to the thread but I would have had no problem paying $1 to $5 to sign up. You spend more than that just in the mail outs of the lititure and the CD. The information available on this website is absolutely essential if someone hopes to sucessfully complete the construction of one of your cars. The users save a great deal of money just knowing what items to buy when they need a part.
Hi James here. Looking for advice /opinions. Looking to build a roadster And trying to decide on mod motor donor car or fox body. Any suggestions?
Ah.. I was wondering why I couldn't update my profile, location, etc.. and now I know
We are seeing an uptick in bogus registrations so I want to reiterate: If you register for the site and don't put something related to this site in the Bio field your account will be deleted. I've had to recreate a user because they simply put their town in the bio, which spammers do all the time. He contacted me after his account disappeared. I'll update the first post of this thread and the registration page.
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
Bump, so folks can be reminded that:
We are seeing an uptick in bogus registrations so I want to reiterate: If you register for the site and don't put something related to this site in the Bio field your account will be deleted. I've had to recreate a user because they simply put their town in the bio, which spammers do all the time. He contacted me after his account disappeared. I'll update the first post of this thread and the registration page.
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
David
Thanks for keeping the site on a positive path. We have very few snarky posts or successful spammers and that is in no small part due to the webmaster and moderators we have on board. Thanks to all of you.
I would have no problem making a donation to join anywhere from the token $1 to $20 for CF etc. but the payment method would be problematic.
I have no desire to create or keep a paypal account and would use it for no other purpose anyway. I get that the money is likely a great gatekeeper move but options for payment and verification could get cumbersome and I can't see adding even more tasks for our webmaster. Maybe you could make all new applicants purchase one of the FF coloring books that were done as a fundraiser for CF, if that's legal and then grant access based on the list from FF shipping??
Thoughts??
Dale Berry
Hi Dale,
I really don't want to put any monetary burden on anyone just to join the site. The measures we have in place now haven't allowed any spammers to post because everyone is audited before they are allowed to. I am thinking about setting up a way for folks to voluntarily support the site though. That would probably be handled through the FFR parts catalog, or we could probably set it up here...
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
I fully agree with that because it will keep some visitors from joining no matter how low the buy in. So far your methods are working very well, but spammers are
always looking for a new path so IF you are forced to change it at some point my suggestion would be the most acceptable to me YRMV
Dale
Hi, Dave. Is there any way to grandfather some of us who have a limited posting record but who are both FFR owners and have been members for several years. I joined this site in 2011 and since then have probably signed on hundreds of times. Likewise my visits where I did not sign in are probably equal to the sign-ins. Secondly, my 33 hot rod kit (#424) was delivered the end of March 2012. I feel anyone who is a documented FFR owner should not be burdened with these new rules. They should have full access to the site. For example I have an FFR suspension item I would like to sell but will not be able to post it until I have 20 posts. I also don't post a lot as I am very inexperienced and really have nothing of importance to offer to the more talented folks who are building these fantastic cars.
Any reconsideration of the current policy for FFR owners would be greatly appreciated.
Bob Gustafson
Bob,
Absolutely. I'll be happy to promote anyone, by request, who can demonstrate that they've been on the site a while and is a current FFR owner.
I'll be honest and say it's not automatic though. I'll go through your posts and make a judgement call on whether to promote a person.
I've promoted you so you should have full access now.
Anyone else who would like to be promoted, send me a PM or ask in this thread.
HTH,
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
Dave, thanks for a second look at this issue. I appreciate your flexibility - not married to a one size fits all. I'm also registered on the other site as SeniorCitizen if you need to look at more posts by me. I'm hoping to go-cart in the next month or so and at that time I will begin a thread to document my build experiences. My posts will be from the viewpoint of a relatively inexperienced builder, will cover the many issues encountered in this build and the steps taken to resolve the problems. I definitely appreciate your efforts as Admin. Thanks again.
Bob G
No problem Bob, glad to help.
I'm looking forward to seeing your build come togeter on the forum!
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
You say "You can't create a pic album". I was getting ready to create a build thread. Does this mean I can't post picture to my build thread until I make 20 posts???
David, I haven't posted anything yet, but don't know where to go to change my password. Any help? Thanks
Hi Bruce,
Click on "Settings" in the upper right-hand corner of the site.
Then under "My Settings" on the left hand side of the screen there should be a link called "Edit Email and Password".
From there you should be able to set a new password.
HTH,
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
My question was never answered. So I went ahead and created my build thread. Pictures that I upload from my computer show up as links. I want them to have thumbnails like I see in other posts. Do they show up as links because I haven't made 20 post yet or is there some other reason?
Westview, I switched over your account so you should have access to albums, your profile, etc.
If your pics aren't showing up still they may be too big. At this point the largest we support is 1900x1900 or (I believe) 2mb
HTH,
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
I am just seeing this after I inquired a few days ago about why I couldn't do anything and never received a response
Definitely disappointing...
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
David,
Thank you! It appears the file size is the problem. I replaced some pictures with lower resolution and they showed. But now I have a different issue. The pictures I replaced are showing up as attachments that I don't seem to be able to delete. Since I can delete them I can't replace the rest of the pictures because they are being counted in the total number of attachments. Is there a way to fix this?
Well I guess I need to get my count up a little before I can really use the site to its full potential! Lame but understandable.
bump for the new guys.
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
So, please pardon my stupidity...
Since I registered in 2012, I am not a new member (even though I have never posted)?
I don't remember if I filled out a "bio", but now I can't seem to update my profile.
I would like to start a build thread to pay back a bit, since I have benefited greatly from the wisdom here.
Thanks, John, 818R #154
Hi John,
You registered before the bio requirement was implemented so it doesn't apply to you.
I'll update your registration so you can put your pics up and update your profile. I would like you to respect our classifieds rules please. This will be "on your honor".
By the time you read this your status should be updated.
I look forward to reading your build thread!
FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)
That helps, I was wondering what was going on, I usually like to do a bio/signature so folks know where I'm at. I did post a link in my welcome post, but it was a video of the car I just bought, so I guess it was okay.
I won't uselessly post to other threads...but I suppose with this one I now have three going for me.
I'm on a few forums on a variety of subjects and personally I like the restrictions. The spammers ruin everything they touch, thanx for running this forum properly, in the tradition of quality of FF...b