Feedback needed on Forum Layout

Gary · 01-16-2004

We've changed the layout of the technical Forum so it roughly matches the Factory Service Manual. This will help to keep posts in the proper forum.

Questions;

Does this create confusion because their are too many forums now?

Does(will) it make things easier?

Are their too many Sub-Forums?

Any other suggestions for groupings?

Vote and give us you comments.

Jim Branham · 01-16-2004

I like it. I think as it gets used and the subforums get filled in it will be easier to use and I do believe there will be some sorting of the old posts, right Gary? At a casual rate? Might could use some help with all that sorting?

I was wondering how the different models get set apart in this FSM forum?

kwilford · 01-16-2004

I was wondering how the different models get set apart in this FSM forum?

Generally, I leave model-specific questions under the model heading, but only when the question is VERY model-specific. So, a question such as "what to replace the Factory air cleaner on a GT with" might stay under "GT". But a question such as "What aftermarket air cleaner will fit the Weber on my Manta" is general enough to go under "Group 6 Engine / Section C Fuel System". And if you don't know for sure, just try to get close. If you are off the mark, a moderator will swoop in and move it.

Marc · 01-16-2004

I like it!

I think it will make it easier to find things BEFORE you resort to the search mode.

And by the way Gary, That creature is so foul, so cruel that no man yet has fought with it and lived!

Gary · 01-16-2004

Originally posted by Marc
...And by the way Gary, That creature is so foul, so cruel that no man yet has fought with it and lived!

Jerry C · 01-17-2004

I like it, and I will have another beer

GTJIM · 01-18-2004

Looks just like our Owners Manuals and Parts Books so we should be able to find our way around easier and even post things in the right place!

kwilford · 01-19-2004

Oh, wouldn't THAT be a blessing. But naive, as I have moved three threads already tonight. Oh, to log in one night and read thirty new posts, all in the proper place...

Chuck Luther · 01-19-2004

shoot voted for the wrong one. didn't see the beer option. doh.

Gary · 01-19-2004

Still can, Chuck. The poll is multiple guess....

tekenaar · 01-19-2004

Just like getting to the heart of the matter . . . QUICKLY!!

72opelguy · 01-19-2004

i like it it is musch easier to navigate when looking for specific needs
id just be nice if the old posts could be sorted out to fit

kwilford · 01-20-2004

All in due time...That is the "plan", but it will take some effort, and a bit of time.

greensmurf20 · 01-21-2004

if "non-moderators" can move them, i'd be more than happy to help on some of my spare time...moving threads around and stuff. the way i see it, i owe something to the site.

nobody · 01-22-2004

Ya all the members could be helpers.... or gremlins

I do like the format, all it needs is a few oil stained pages around the engine and brake headings to make me feel right at home.

greensmurf20 · 01-22-2004

yeah, maybe we should just leave it to moderators, too many people involved could really screw it up.

Old Hippie · 01-22-2004

It's good, guys. No complaints from me (and I'm a QA insp.)

soybean · 01-22-2004

I like it!! I found the answers to 3 questions I had and quickly too. Jarrell

wcarter4 · 02-27-2004

I REALLY LIKE THE FORUM. THE ONLY PROBLEM THAT I HAVE IS IN THE MEMBERS SEARCH AREA. IT WOULD BE QUITE HELPFULL TO US NEW OPELERS IF THERE WAS A SEARCH BY STATE OR LOCATION. BECAUSE OF THE BIG PROJECT THAT I HAVE IT WOULD BE NISE TO MEET SOME MEMBERS, GET ADVICE OR A FEW EXTRA HANDS. I JUST FINISHED MY FIAT, AND THERE IS NOTHING ON THE WEB LIKE THIS FOR FIAT.

Gary · 02-27-2004

Welcome Willie.
The members location is a required field for new members in anticipation of a "sort by location" add-on. Once the new forum version is released, those add-ons will come fast and furious. In the mean time you can go to the Open Discussions forum and post a shout out for nearby Opelers. (we are everywhere!)
<p.s. looks like yer caps lock was stuck on>

ging · 02-28-2004

Hi Gary,
As someone with a newly acquired GT that hasn't had one in years AND still fairly new navigator of the site I am really pleased with the tech layouts. It's very easy to find what I need and if necessary ferret it out by the subforums. Very nice. Good job.

'I'll bite your kneecaps off!'
Ging (with my height it's a good threat-

)

Gary · 02-28-2004

Thanks Ging, glad you like it.

The credit for the forum layout idea goes to Kwilford and the moderators. Keith also moved most of the threads into their new place.

View Poll Results: Feedback on New Forum layout (Check all that apply)
I like it!	41	85.42%
Don't like it!	0	0%
Too many forums!	0	0%
Too many sub-Forums!	0	0%
Need more Sub-Forums!	1	2.08%
I'll have a Beer instead!!!	13	27.08%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 48. You may not vote on this poll

01-16-2004	#2 (permalink)
Jim Branham Opel fan Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: N.J. Posts: 380	feedback I like it. I think as it gets used and the subforums get filled in it will be easier to use and I do believe there will be some sorting of the old posts, right Gary? At a casual rate? Might could use some help with all that sorting? I was wondering how the different models get set apart in this FSM forum? __________________ Jim B. Last edited by Jim Branham; 01-17-2004 at 03:26 AM.

01-16-2004	#4 (permalink)
Marc What's a Nopel? Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: New Joisey Posts: 136	I like it! I think it will make it easier to find things BEFORE you resort to the search mode. And by the way Gary, That creature is so foul, so cruel that no man yet has fought with it and lived! __________________ 34 years in the making & I'm finally driving an Opel GT!!!

01-18-2004	#7 (permalink)
GTJIM Old Opeler Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: New Zealand Posts: 5,686	Sincerest forum of flattery! Looks just like our Owners Manuals and Parts Books so we should be able to find our way around easier and even post things in the right place! __________________ GTJim Opel Owner since last Century! Copyright © 2000-2009 J D Henry All Rights Reserved

01-19-2004	#8 (permalink)
kwilford Über OpelGT.com Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 4,087 Real Name: Keith Wilford	Oh, wouldn't THAT be a blessing. But naive, as I have moved three threads already tonight. Oh, to log in one night and read thirty new posts, all in the proper place... __________________ Keith Wilford working on my '71 GT and '75 SportWagon

01-17-2004	#6 (permalink)
Jerry C Opeler Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Johnston City, IL Posts: 234	I like it, and I will have another beer

01-19-2004	#9 (permalink)
Chuck Luther Opel gone bad Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: denver Posts: 140	Wait a minute! beer instead! shoot voted for the wrong one. didn't see the beer option. doh. __________________ 71 OPEL GT 1.9 HC - 38 DGES - Sprint Manifold Pertronix Ignition - 2" exhaust

01-19-2004	#11 (permalink)
tekenaar Cunning Linguist Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Plano, TX 75074 Posts: 4,441 Real Name: Otto	More subforums would help focus specific searches Just like getting to the heart of the matter . . . QUICKLY!! __________________ 1960: ♥ '61 Rekord PII 1.7 3S 3.9 ♥ '69 Kadett LS 'sprint' 1.9 3A 3.18 1970: ♥ '70 GT 1.9 4S 3.44 ♥ '72 GT 2.2SSD 5S 3.44 ♥ '72 GT 2.4FI 5S 3.44P ♥ '73 GT 1.9FI 4S 3.44 ♥ '75 1900 1.9FI 4S 3.44 1980: ♥ '85 Bitter SC 3.9FI 5S 3.44P 2000: ♥ '09 Solstice GXP Coupe 2.0 SIDI VVT Turbo 5S 3.73P

01-19-2004	#12 (permalink)
72opelguy Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: jax, fl Posts: 311	i like it it is musch easier to navigate when looking for specific needs id just be nice if the old posts could be sorted out to fit __________________ -JOSH-

01-20-2004	#13 (permalink)
kwilford Über OpelGT.com Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Posts: 4,087 Real Name: Keith Wilford	All in due time...That is the "plan", but it will take some effort, and a bit of time. __________________ Keith Wilford working on my '71 GT and '75 SportWagon

01-21-2004	#14 (permalink)
greensmurf20 OPEL-LESS!!! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Gobles michigan 49055 Posts: 2,112	if "non-moderators" can move them, i'd be more than happy to help on some of my spare time...moving threads around and stuff. the way i see it, i owe something to the site. __________________ previousely owned 8 GTs and 1 manta. currently own 92 25th anniversary Z28. Ttop, 350, T56 swap, many upgrades, basically a complete restore. 67 chevy sportvan deluxe....next in line.

01-22-2004	#15 (permalink)
nobody No Access Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: in transit Posts: 3,873	Ya all the members could be helpers.... or gremlins I do like the format, all it needs is a few oil stained pages around the engine and brake headings to make me feel right at home.

01-22-2004	#16 (permalink)
greensmurf20 OPEL-LESS!!! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Gobles michigan 49055 Posts: 2,112	yeah, maybe we should just leave it to moderators, too many people involved could really screw it up. __________________ previousely owned 8 GTs and 1 manta. currently own 92 25th anniversary Z28. Ttop, 350, T56 swap, many upgrades, basically a complete restore. 67 chevy sportvan deluxe....next in line.

01-22-2004	#17 (permalink)
Old Hippie Senior Contributor Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Paxico, Ks. Posts: 787	It's good, guys. No complaints from me (and I'm a QA insp.)

01-22-2004	#18 (permalink)
soybean Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Reidsville N.C. Posts: 2,160	I like it!! I found the answers to 3 questions I had and quickly too. Jarrell

02-27-2004	#19 (permalink)
wcarter4 OPEL GT / FIAT 124 SPIDER Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sheboygan, Wisconsin Posts: 50	MEMBERS SEARCH I REALLY LIKE THE FORUM. THE ONLY PROBLEM THAT I HAVE IS IN THE MEMBERS SEARCH AREA. IT WOULD BE QUITE HELPFULL TO US NEW OPELERS IF THERE WAS A SEARCH BY STATE OR LOCATION. BECAUSE OF THE BIG PROJECT THAT I HAVE IT WOULD BE NISE TO MEET SOME MEMBERS, GET ADVICE OR A FEW EXTRA HANDS. I JUST FINISHED MY FIAT, AND THERE IS NOTHING ON THE WEB LIKE THIS FOR FIAT. __________________ Willie Carter

02-28-2004	#21 (permalink)
ging Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: georgia halfway betwixt Chattanooga and Atlanta Posts: 333	Hi Gary, As someone with a newly acquired GT that hasn't had one in years AND still fairly new navigator of the site I am really pleased with the tech layouts. It's very easy to find what I need and if necessary ferret it out by the subforums. Very nice. Good job. 'I'll bite your kneecaps off!' Ging (with my height it's a good threat- )

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