how to fix no introductions

[my third 256]

why is it so many new people ask questions first and no intro
surely it can be put in place that an intro be put up before questions asked
looking ok but questions a no no
no intro no to questions
come on moderators or program writers( AB)
maybe you could tackle this problem
it seems many new members cant read the instructions tobe a new member
rant and rave over lol

[Bloodyaussie]

Yeah AB you slack prick...... holidaying in sunny China!!!!

[threedogs]

Were quite a few yesterday, but the thing was about 15 ppl
looked but never requested they pop over to intros first then post a question.

[04OFF]

You mean make it compulasry in the programming ?

I think there is a notice about, i guess people dont read the whole forum, and so just sign up and go for the 25 !

While were programming , finding a way to stop the 15 pointless thread "grave digs", all with useless comments (just so they can get to the manuals) would also be great IMO (lol)


:biggrin:

[my third 256]

yes compulsary to sign up
increasing no of posts will only increase worthless posts
i like the idear of 3 months probation
or even 1 month then posts can be checked to se what their activity is like
or could sell them and moneys to the forum if they want to bypass the qualificarion posts or qualification period

[Clunk]

Ohhhhhhhhhhh nooooooooooo, the world is ending

[ova50]

Entering the "location", would be appreciated.
Or at a minimum, the state where one resides.
"my two bobs worth" regards
DBT

:oops:The Boss & Moderators excepted.

[growler2058]

Ohhhhhhhhhhh nooooooooooo, the world is ending

Wake up on the wrong side of the bed buddy hahahahahahahahahaha

[Clunk]

Wake up on the wrong side of the bed buddy hahahahahahahahahaha

Yeah mate, only to stumble into here lol Yay me

[BigRAWesty]

Of you join on the cp, as soon as you join it prompts an intro I think.
If not when you get transferred to the forum it is in big red letters "read here first "in the intro section heading.

But if you join via tappa there is nothing.
But also on tappa you can't see people's post counts. So unless you check the persons profile you don't know.

It's been discussed before and most do the right thing.
I myself quite enjoy the rat race. Watching them climb the post count and they get to 24 and bam. They cop a slapping from the ban stick.. Lol

[MikeBossyBos]

(i am guilty of this)
Im pretty sure there is a way of making it so if you have anything less that 5 posts you cant make a new thread other than in the introduction section.

[NP99]

(i am guilty of this)
Im pretty sure there is a way of making it so if you have anything less that 5 posts you cant make a new thread other than in the introduction section.

You're on report :)

[mudski]

Yeah AB you slack prick...... holidaying in sunny China!!!!

While us Mexicans cop this never ending cold an rain...

[04OFF]

Entering the "location", would be appreciated.
Or at a minimum, the state where one resides.
"my two bobs worth" regards
DBT

:oops:The Boss & Moderators excepted.

X2 , id rather see that mandatory before a intro actually, i mean, if you need to remain sooooo "hidden" ,you cant even post what "state" you live in, then WTF are you doing posting on the internet anyway ?


And NO, a "drunken state" does not count ! :hpfredgeorge1:

[Covo71]

What's wrong with the "Drunken state"? I would move there if there was any jobs! Lmao.

[my third 256]

is that where they serve drunken chicken

[happygu]

(i am guilty of this)
Im pretty sure there is a way of making it so if you have anything less that 5 posts you cant make a new thread other than in the introduction section.

That seems like a pretty good idea on the surface Mike.....I like it.....

The only thing is it will pad up the intro posts a fair bit ..... maybe possibly two posts, your own Intro, and one Welcome .... then you are on your way

Mic

[NP99]

Would you walk into a room without saying hello and ask questions?..........same applies to forums!

[nissannewby]

Do you say hello to everyone when you got to a restaurant, pub, grocery store, shop etc? These threads are like "who is your favorite politician" threads lol.

Just stirring :p

[ozzyboy]

Would you walk into a room without saying hello and ask questions?..........same applies to forums!

i'm not sure I agree. I'm not sure I see why intros need to be compulsory.

If someone looks up a question on google to fix something, and get sent here, and then "must" post a intro? What if they don't want to be part of the community, but just an answer?
If people want to join in, and become part of the community, sure, they would then introduce themselves. not because they have to, but because they want to.
Only downside I really see by it not being compulsory, would be some peeps won't be able to post 20 odd reply welcomes in 3 minutes to get up post counts?

just a thought

end of rant /

ozz

[growler2058]

Do you say hello to everyone when you got to a restaurant, pub, grocery store, shop etc? These threads are like "who is your favorite politician" threads lol.

Just stirring :p

No but I say g'day to the lovely barmaid before I order my beer. And say evening to the lovely waitress before I order my meal.........................actually I say something to most lovely ladies hahahahahahaha to get their attention then wife glares me down ;)

[NissanGQ4.2]

I prefer 2 see an intro so I know hopefully where they're from us a lot don't put a location in when signing up and what they are driving, I'm not overly fussed if people don't want to post up an intro before asking questions or selling, but an intro is what Andy has requested when it comes to downloading manuals, so if there is no intro and they are posting crap just to get a manual the ban stick will come out.

Peace out people its beer drinkin time :)

[Yendor]

I prefer 2 see an intro so I know hopefully where they're from us a lot don't put a location in when signing up and what they are driving, I'm not overly fussed if people don't want to post up an intro before asking questions or selling, but an intro is what Andy has requested when it comes to downloading manuals, so if there is no intro and they are posting crap just to get a manual the ban stick will come out.

Peace out people its beer drinkin time :)

You think it's always beer drinking time...lol

Seriously, do we respond to someone's question? even if they haven't posted an intro.

[trekster]

+ plus a warning when you sign up, Those of you who have signed up for the manuals and intending on spamming 25 posts for them, be prepared for naked pictures of growler to be sent your way!

[taslucas]

+ plus a warning when you sign up, Those of you who have signed up for the manuals and intending on spamming 25 posts for them, be prepared for naked pictures of growler to be sent your way!

Im signing up again just to spam!
Hahaha

[trekster]

Im signing up again just to spam!
Hahaha

Ian Thorpe! How are you buddy! I didn't know you drove a patrol hahahahahahahahah

[Clunk]

Ian Thorpe! How are you buddy! I didn't know you drove a patrol hahahahahahahahah

you seem to have a thing about Ian Thorpe, Trekster, is there something that you'd like to get out in to the open?

[NissanGQ4.2]

You think it's always beer drinking time...lol

Seriously, do we respond to someone's question? even if they haven't posted an intro.

Its personally your own choice, I have no problem with it

[trekster]

you seem to have a thing about Ian Thorpe, Trekster, is there something that you'd like to get out in to the open?

Clunky baby it's my way of saying things without getting into trouble hahahahahahaha

[Clunk]

Clunky baby it's my way of saying things without getting into trouble hahahahahahaha

Oh I see, so you were insinuating that maybe Lucy might be gay or maybe that you were!!!!!!!????? Hey sweet cheeks xxxxxxxx

[Bloodyaussie]

What Lucas got up to in Victoria is between him and the other 20 blokes that were there!!!!

[Clunk]

What Lucas got up to in Victoria is between him and the other 20 blokes that were there!!!!

nudge nudge, wink wink, sayyyyyyy nooooooo mooooore

[NP99]

i'm not sure I agree. I'm not sure I see why intros need to be compulsory.

If someone looks up a question on google to fix something, and get sent here, and then "must" post a intro? What if they don't want to be part of the community, but just an answer?
If people want to join in, and become part of the community, sure, they would then introduce themselves. not because they have to, but because they want to.
Only downside I really see by it not being compulsory, would be some peeps won't be able to post 20 odd reply welcomes in 3 minutes to get up post counts?

just a thought

end of rant /

ozz

It's called manners...

[fracster]

It's called manners...

Yep, agree completely.

Some guy googles for an answer, comes on here, asks a question, gets the benefit of the knowledge and experience of members and then buggers off. That is downright rude.

[Yendor]

It's called manners...

I don't agree...... You wouldn't walk into a public room/space and shout out that you are here.

[NP99]

I don't agree...... You wouldn't walk into a public room/space and shout out that you are here.

No, but if I walk past people I say g'day on my way in.....esp if they are looking my way!

It's what makes us human.....we are all different. I'm not fussed what people do, I have my own standards and the only one accountable to them.

A firm hand shake and look someone in the eye when you meet them is another I run with......some consider it rude to do other wise...

[growler2058]

I fixed this very issue this morning with a newB didn't post an intro was posting irrelevant crap. Soooo I stalked him quietly............closing in slowly for the slapping............watching, memorizing his movements, then.......................mid post just before he pressed reply
36908 now his world looks like this
36909
See I'm easily amused and now I'm off to a good start to my day
Sorry danivan or whatever you were called you've been slapped hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha and I'm one more post closer to 20k bwahahahahahahaha thanks c0ckhead

[happygu]

I don't agree...... You wouldn't walk into a public room/space and shout out that you are here.


It is one of the things what makes this place a little different to all the others, and this place seems to get stronger and stronger whereas some of the other forums hardly have any posts in a week

[Yendor]

No, but if I walk past people I say g'day on my way in.....esp if they are looking my way!

It's what makes us human.....we are all different. I'm not fussed what people do, I have my own standards and the only one accountable to them.

A firm hand shake and look someone in the eye when you meet them is another I run with......some consider it rude to do other wise...

That's a bit different.

If you were just asking someone in the street what the time was you wouldn't reveal information about yourself.

Most people who are asking a genuine (non manually spammers) will start off with a polite hello.

Trust me nothing annoys me more then someone who rudely asks question and expects everyone to jump for them.

If it's not compulsory to post an intro then their not even breaking any rules.

[Yendor]

It is one of the things what makes this place a little different to all the others, and this place seems to get stronger and stronger whereas some of the other forums hardly have any posts in a week

I'm not sure if "welcome" being cut and posted in intro threads would be considered as quality posts.

[Bloodyaussie]

My "Welcome aboard mate........." is worth a thousand words!!!!! ha ha ha!!

[Bigcol]

unfortunately, you cannot stop rude or ignorant people
and this issue is, I am sure, a head ache for those in-control.
there are some forums (a patrol club site in UK I went to, you have to Join - and it was £15.00 to join, before you could open the Forum up) that charge to join and access the info.......

maybe when people want access to the Manuals, they have to pay money - via Paypal - and if they have over a certain amount of USABLE posts, not spam, they get the money returned.......
if you dont like that, pay the $10 off Fleabay for a disk.....

my thoughts

[NP99]

That's a bit different.

If you were just asking someone in the street what the time was you wouldn't reveal information about yourself.

Most people who are asking a genuine (non manually spammers) will start off with a polite hello.

Trust me nothing annoys me more then someone who rudely asks question and expects everyone to jump for them.

If it's not compulsory to post an intro then their not even breaking any rules.

Once again, I'd say, g'day mate, what time is it, thanks and on my way.....
Rod, I think we are on the same song sheet.......certainly one day we will meet up and chat.....cheers

[threedogs]

Think Bob has nailed the answer to ppl with no intro,
simple NO INTRO ,,NO ANSWER says it all really

[Clunk]

Think Bob has nailed the answer to ppl with no intro,
simple NO INTRO ,,NO ANSWER says it all really

I think that's just plain rude and childish in itself........ Sorry but if one thing gets my goat, that's it..... If you can help a person out just bloody help, instead of just saying "you must post up an intro". It's not compulsory to put up an intro, it's the polite thing to do yes but not compulsory. As I said in another thread from a guy asking tyre advice yesterday...... It's a really good way of putting folk off the forum very quickly. Very much the way a certain other forum responds..........
Stop acting like feckin whining little children and just get back to the fun friendly relaxed forum it is.

Rant over...........



For now

[Winnie]

I think that's just plain rude and childish in itself........ Sorry but if one thing gets my goat, that's it..... If you can help a person out just bloody help, instead of just saying "you must post up an intro". It's not compulsory to put up an intro, it's the polite thing to do yes but not compulsory. As I said in another thread from a guy asking tyre advice yesterday...... It's a really good way of putting folk off the forum very quickly. Very much the way a certain other forum responds..........
Stop acting like feckin whining little children and just get back to the fun friendly relaxed forum it is.

Rant over...........



For now

I agree with you.... for once.

[threedogs]

So now the consensus is no intro required if you cant be bothered and just want help.
Ok by me
All for helping ppl where possible but I thought Forum rules were for all.

Edit as some take it the wrong way LOL

[my third 256]

gee some people got out of the wrong side of the bed today yes your oppinions are well noted
and yes its a fun and informative forum so lets keep it that way and dont get too personal

[Winnie]

Look at this thread...
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?24586-Which-tyre-to-buy&p=446791&viewfull=1#post446791

Poor guy got slammed straight away. Great first impression of the forum hey!

[MC97GQ]

As one who came to this place on the back of a google search when I first bought my truck I have some thoughts on this.

I came here looking for the manuals and some answers, and guess what I got both, when I saw the quality of people on this forum I stuck about and then posted an intro and have shared personal information about myself.

I just read the thread from the above link and we should all be disgusted in ourselves and how anal this forum is becoming. The OP asked a reasonable question and got crap, why would he bother coming back.

I get sick of seeing people ask a question and get the standard "use the search feature response". Some times when you do that you have to troll through 20 pages of waffle and shite to get that answer. If you don't know the answer or don't want to be helpful stay the hell out and let someone who is willing to help do so.

Yes it is nice when someone tells us a bit about themselves, but I don't see why it must be compulsory. I for one get sick of having to troll through 3 pages of intros when I hit the what's new button. Sometimes I just want to catch up on what's happening. And I find it funny that the people who are so pent up about intros don't even have the decency to finish a post with their name so we know even that most basic piece of information.

So get over yourselves and your petty hangups and let's get this forum back to what it is supposed to be about, people who love patrols catching up with and helping like minded people.

RANT OVER

Mark

[Yendor]

Once again, I'd say, g'day mate, what time is it, thanks and on my way.....
Rod, I think we are on the same song sheet.......certainly one day we will meet up and chat.....cheers

Yes I think we are on the same page.

You find it offensive if someone doesn't post an intro and I can appreciate that, I don't.

If it's not compulsory I just don't see how you can force someone into doing an intro.

Yes, we'll have to have a few coldies around a fire one day.

[liftlid]

As one who came to this place on the back of a google search when I first bought my truck I have some thoughts on this.

I came here looking for the manuals and some answers, and guess what I got both, when I saw the quality of people on this forum I stuck about and then posted an intro and have shared personal information about myself.

I just read the thread from the above link and we should all be disgusted in ourselves and how anal this forum is becoming. The OP asked a reasonable question and got crap, why would he bother coming back.

I get sick of seeing people ask a question and get the standard "use the search feature response". Some times when you do that you have to troll through 20 pages of waffle and shite to get that answer. If you don't know the answer or don't want to be helpful stay the hell out and let someone who is willing to help do so.

Yes it is nice when someone tells us a bit about themselves, but I don't see why it must be compulsory. I for one get sick of having to troll through 3 pages of intros when I hit the what's new button. Sometimes I just want to catch up on what's happening. And I find it funny that the people who are so pent up about intros don't even have the decency to finish a post with their name so we know even that most basic piece of information.

So get over yourselves and your petty hangups and let's get this forum back to what it is supposed to be about, people who love patrols catching up with and helping like minded people.

RANT OVER

Mark

I agree, the friendly nature of the people who went on the 2 meet ups I've been on is what makes me stay. No ego,s on the forum, I left a 4x4 club because some people thought they were better than everybody else. Keep the forum welcoming!

[taslucas]

I agree, the friendly nature of the people who went on the 2 meet ups I've been on is what makes me stay. No ego,s on the forum, I left a 4x4 club because some people thought they were better than everybody else. Keep the forum welcoming!

Yep had I good laugh around the with ya Gary and I still chuckle from time to time when overtaking someone hahaha sneaky sneaky!

[BillsGU]

As one who came to this place on the back of a google search when I first bought my truck I have some thoughts on this.

I came here looking for the manuals and some answers, and guess what I got both, when I saw the quality of people on this forum I stuck about and then posted an intro and have shared personal information about myself.

I just read the thread from the above link and we should all be disgusted in ourselves and how anal this forum is becoming. The OP asked a reasonable question and got crap, why would he bother coming back.

I get sick of seeing people ask a question and get the standard "use the search feature response". Some times when you do that you have to troll through 20 pages of waffle and shite to get that answer. If you don't know the answer or don't want to be helpful stay the hell out and let someone who is willing to help do so.

Yes it is nice when someone tells us a bit about themselves, but I don't see why it must be compulsory. I for one get sick of having to troll through 3 pages of intros when I hit the what's new button. Sometimes I just want to catch up on what's happening. And I find it funny that the people who are so pent up about intros don't even have the decency to finish a post with their name so we know even that most basic piece of information.

So get over yourselves and your petty hangups and let's get this forum back to what it is supposed to be about, people who love patrols catching up with and helping like minded people.

RANT OVER

Mark

Could not have said it better myself. Don't want to get noses out of joint so I'll say no more .........................................

[Clunk]

Could not have said it better myself. Don't want to get noses out of joint so I'll say no more .........................................

Gooo onnnnnn, do it :D

[fracster]

Gooo onnnnnn, do it :DNah, that is your job mate............:smile:

[Clunk]

Nah, that is your job mate............:smile:

Well its nit bloody hard :D

[AJTich]

Yeah, but the Intro area is used....once..to say G'day the first time....and then by ppl who want to get to 25 posts.
I came here to learn and make my 4WD experience, and for my family, as safe and practical as possible.

To me, it seems better to visit a page I am interested in, learning, thanking the gurus for the info, and hopefully doing and posting something that others can learn from is why I am here....

[Clunk]

I'm here to post dribble and wind people up

[NissanGQ4.2]

Can I close this thread down yet, has everybody had their say yet?

Surprised it actually keeps coming up when I hit the what's new button

[mudnut]

I'm here to post dribble and wind people up

I wouldn't have guessed...

[taslucas]

Can I close this thread down yet, has everybody had their say yet?

Surprised it actually keeps coming up when I hit the what's new button

No I will wait three more days then have my say

[Clunk]

But you can't close it down, I haven't found the night shift thread yet

[93patrol]

But you can't close it down, I haven't found the night shift thread yet

Have you tried using the search function in the top right hand corner?

Might be quicker than waiting for someone who knows where it is

[Clunk]

Have you tried using the search function in the top right hand corner?

Might be quicker than waiting for someone who knows where it is

But I'm a pleb and don't know how to do it..... Every time I try and search for something it just directs me to pictures of BA in a mankini

[93patrol]

Funny that I keep getting Rossco in budgie smugglers

[taslucas]

But I'm a pleb and don't know how to do it..... Every time I try and search for something it just directs me to pictures of BA in a mankini


Funny that I keep getting Rossco in budgie smugglers

Very intuitive search function this forum has. It knows what your really after by the sound of it