I still have a few things to do but the basics of the site are in place. THe chatroom we have is temporary as the real one wont be available for just a couple weeks -- im working on the photo gallery, but that might take a few weeks as well, but ill have those up ASAP.


SO -- I have several questions of you all. First, what do you think of how the place is designed? is it easy to find your way around, look good etc?

Are there things not here that you would like to see?

One main thing we need to make this site sucessful is content. We need to get people posting technical questions and answers - we also need more people around to post more stuff -- so how do we get about 20 people here - and get everyone posting? Any suggestions?

Without going into specifics, there will be rewards for those who are the most helpful. Eventually, parts of the site will go pay - and those who help the most to set things up will be given lifetime charter membership.

I have so many plans for this place. Im starting to solicit vendors who will give members a healthy discount, and im putting together plans for raffles which will be for fantastic prizes - all kinds of great stuff in mind.

Lets hear your thoughts!

A suggestion...
Instead of having categories listed like below, instead have them either under the the individual makes (ie: Mark VII>Electrical or LS>Suspension and Brakes) to keep it more organized and neat... Then you won't have people posting the same thing in both sections if ya know what I mean...


Lincoln Drivetrain (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/forumdisplay.php?f=55)
Engine and Transmission questions
http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com//images/icons/icon1.gif champion plugs? (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=73)
by Joeychgo (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/member.php?find=lastposter&f=55)
1 Day Ago http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/images/buttons/lastpost.gif (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/showthread.php?goto=lastpost&t=73)

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Discuss the dash instuments, interior and exterior lighting here.
Never00
http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/images/statusicon/forum_old.gifhttp://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/clear.gifSuspension and Brakes (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/forumdisplay.php?f=58)
http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com//images/icons/icon1.gif New brakes soon.... (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=97)
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Here is the place to discuss the complex heating ventilation and air-conditioning systems
Never00
http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/images/statusicon/forum_old.gifhttp://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/clear.gifExhaust (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/forumdisplay.php?f=61)

The forums are done that way because some things apply across the board for all makes.


i.e. wheels n tires.

However, I am trying to come up with a few ways to clean things up a little. I agree, it looks a little cluttered.

aie... I've been looking 'round for the past lil bit... too many categories...

If ya put the sections like 'Suspension and Electrical' etc under each make, then it would clean up the main page some. People that want to check out stuff will most likely stick with/in the sections of vehicles they own (I'll be mostly checking out the Mark VII for example)...

The site is looking great, some spring cleaning of the sections and it will rock :D

I've picked up a few mistakes (well, not mistakes, but stuff that doesn't look right) I'll let you know about if ya want me to post em here or ?

Sure -- let me know everything you see. After so many late nights putting things together, im blind. Please -- give it to me with both barrels. My goal is to make the absolute best site/club on the net!

Kewl... I used to do a few sites as well for family businesses so know whats it's like to go squirrely looking at this stuff all the time :D
I've never used or tried a forum or vB code, so can't help there, I can just let ya know what I see and hope you don't think I'm being a pain (ya said you wanted suggestions) ;)


The smiley icon in the reply to screen only shows a narrow strip with a few of em on it, theres no way to scroll over select others....

Screen sizes less than 1024x768 you need to scroll to the right to see whole thing.. I think it's because of the header picture up top...

The Lincoln vs Cadillac.com (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/index.php?) > Site Basics (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1) > Suggestions & Comments (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/forumdisplay.php?f=25) > Need everyones thoughts please.... (http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/showthread.php?p=337#post337) text in some screens could be a bit smaller, it stands out way to much, in some its fine...

No [img] for the signatures? I know some places don't like this, but 'tis nice to have :) As for the profile pic and the avatar... the profile pic could maybe allowed to be a bit bigger (250x100 maybe?)

In the reply to box, there seems to be 'spaces' or carrige returns already entered before we even put anything in... makes for weird edits or posts from the extra lines... same with the 'cut and paste' into the edit boxes, it cuts eveything (tables etc) but when pasted and submitted, only shows text, hard to tell how it will turn out when doing this...


These are a few things that jumped at me. I msut be off for bed now. I'll check back and see how it's going... I know I wouldn't want to be in your shoes, gl ;)

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I was going to add in my post that Ratings are not necessary for threads and it came up with the above message (to many smilies???) ;)

WOW... ok. Some of what you talked about are just settngs Ihavent gotton to just yet, such as img for signatures, the size of avatars, number of smileys, etc. The reason those are limited is for conservation of bandwidth. However, it comes that way by default and I ahve control to change those settings, and I will be doing so soon.

The header we have is temporary as Geno (onebadmk8) has promised to design us a nice new one.

Yes, too many smileys -- the system only permits so many images in a post, but thats another setting I havent gotton to yet.

Im not sure if I can shut the ratings off, another thing to look at.

Ive had the sofware almost a month and FINALLY got a manual for it the other day. Its only 360 pages :) light reading. LOL :Bang

Oh, the header should turn out good in Geno's hands. He's great at stuff like that :)

360 pages eh? I'm glad I never got into forums etc :D lol... j/k

Keep up the great work, it's looking amazing so far!

Thanks. Did I mention im learning the little things like HTML as I go along? LOL IM totally lost sometimes :)

how about a 100x100 sized avatar.
I also agree, too many choices for the forums but I guess you can wait and see which ones are most popular and start pruning the lesser or unused ones.

BTW I see you have joined both LOL and FvC.....perhaps an introductory post on each that includes a small mention about this site on top of your car info and why you joined etc.....something tasteful and not spam-like as some others have done in the past.

John

oh yeah, how about giving us the option to NOT have signature attachment with each posting....I always forget to uncheck the box before I post....

I think the other non car related forums detract from the point of this board. They're interesting but the add up to clutter. One board for all things not related to the other board would clean it up a lot. I like having the default of including the signature. Perhaps a way to unselect this feature for some users is best.

As time gooes on the forums which dont get usage will be deleted or replaced. Forums will be moved around and organized more as time goes on. We are kinda throwing everything against the wall to see what sticks.



I think the other non car related forums detract from the point of this board. They're interesting but the add up to clutter. One board for all things not related to the other board would clean it up a lot. I like having the default of including the signature. Perhaps a way to unselect this feature for some users is best.

I am used to the forums of the LOD so this is diff for me, would like somthing like lod easier to navigate for computer illliterates like me LOL. BUT, I do like a lot of the forums you got, The Bar very cool idea! also pics with profiles cool too!kinda like yahoo, and i like the chat,this place has a lot of cool features the "other guys" don't get the bugs worked out and lets get this place rockin!!!!!

Exactly. I know it will take you and some others a little bit to get used to navigating different software, but believe me, its worth it - we have alot of features other boards dont and will be adding more and more.


Take a little time to look around ---- im sure you'll like the place and hopfully, you can find a home here!

i do like it, just getting used to the software, i like that you can upload pics, without posting the http again like yahoo, also it looks like you can attach files cool feature!

i do like it, just getting used to the software, i like that you can upload pics, without posting the http again like yahoo, also it looks like you can attach files cool feature!

Yeah that was one of my favorite features too!

We have a gallery installed, although its going to be totally upgraded before long. You can find it on the nav bar in the center... take a look and post!

man i really gettin this, just went to member pics,( i need to post)Its really cool to see what you guys really look like! i have posted back and forth with some of you guys @ the LOD for a while, i like putting faces with the names.gives a more personal feel. im going to grab a yabba dabba brew , be back soon.

Notice the photo gallery is up -- you can find it on the nav bar next to the members list. We are working on the appearance but its working

hey... new member here... Overall I like the layout of the site, but have to agree with having the categories under the different make vehicles we have... Keep up the good work :cool:

It is really coming together. Looking better everyday!

man i really gettin this, just went to member pics,( i need to post)Its really cool to see what you guys really look like! i have posted back and forth with some of you guys @ the LOD for a while, i like putting faces with the names.gives a more personal feel. im going to grab a yabba dabba brew , be back soon.
Here's a picture of me in a snow storm:











Here's that same pick but this time, my dog was with me:












Whadayathink? :D

Had me watching to see the pic come up......... Betcha think your funny huh?

:N

Had me watching to see the pic come up......... Betcha think your funny huh?

:N
:lol:
Talk about stump the chump! Man!, I haven't used that one since windows 3.1 and it STILL cracks me up. You Man, I'm glad you got a thick skin. Me and a TON of other guys and girls flying through here are former Bulletin Board System operators and KNOW how to bust your chops.

We also know how to get 460 posts a day. So watch yourself Bucko and make sure to leave (no fat) Milk and (low fat) cookies out for us.

John "OldSchool-In-Yo-Face" Dancy

yup thick skin here ---


im just happy to have lively members like you here -- makes the place fun.

yup thick skin here ---


im just happy to have lively members like you here -- makes the place fun.
YW.
lively = takes laptop to bed

The forum layout of the catagories looks great, nice idea :)

Joey, dont change a thing, I love this site!

Joey, dont change a thing, I love this site!
Thanks Casper -

Not looking to change anything - Just add to it!



Coming Soon (I hope LOL):

Enhancements to the Member's Photo Garage

"How To" Tech Section

Online Store featuring discounted auto parts, both OEM and Aftermarket parts, and maintence items such as waxes, cleaners, accessories, etc.

Seperate Vendors providing discounts on their products just for our members

We are also working on a whole graphics package to give the site a nice uniform look, including banners you can use on your personal page, Sig banners and other cool stuff.


I want to Thank You all for being such great and loyal members. Please take a moment and invite a few friends.

?? Damn! forgot what I was gonna post. I'll get back to ya.