RB5286 gets the ****** treatment
03 May 2005, 02:43 PM
#31
Originally Posted by Markus
Paul,
Well, that would explain things, *if* had paid Paul to do the work. Even still, a nice little email/pm would have been nice, just to explain things.
Well, that would explain things, *if* had paid Paul to do the work. Even still, a nice little email/pm would have been nice, just to explain things.
Originally Posted by Markus
Also, are you saying that if a dealer/company had done this, then we'd not be allowed to offer praise as it's seen as unfair advertising? Does this apply to everything, for example, let's say I recieve amazing service from PC world (would certainly be a monumental thing
lol) then would I not be allowed to state that, as it's free advertising? What about a great deal on CD-RW's? would that be frowned upon as DiskDepot sponsors the Computer Related section?If you personally polish your car with turtle wax then that isn't considered commercial because no-one is going to buy turtle wax from anyone on here so they wouldn't benefit from free advertising.
Originally Posted by Markus
Is there a thread/FAQ somewhere detailing the exact specifics of what is and is not seen as free advertising? If not then I think there should be, as it seems to be a bit of a minefield as to what we can or cannot say.
03 May 2005, 02:47 PM
#32
Originally Posted by rb5 286
I am extremely pissed off that my thread was just DELETED without even a pm/email to say why.
Without an explanantion as to why this action was taken I have no idea how to avoid it happening again, it isnt the first time I have had a thread removed for no apparent reason.
I thought the job of a moderator was to look after the forums and advise members where & when they post inappropriate material/comments. (after all I run my own club forum and have moderators and used to moderate ScoobyCity forums)
If there "isnt enough time" to advise members on 'bad' threads/posts then more moderators are required.
Come on, how long does it take to PM some1?
Without an explanantion as to why this action was taken I have no idea how to avoid it happening again, it isnt the first time I have had a thread removed for no apparent reason.
I thought the job of a moderator was to look after the forums and advise members where & when they post inappropriate material/comments. (after all I run my own club forum and have moderators and used to moderate ScoobyCity forums)
If there "isnt enough time" to advise members on 'bad' threads/posts then more moderators are required.
Come on, how long does it take to PM some1?
It can be hard for them to find time to compose a PM as well as deal with it. I know it's not the answer but please remember that none of us are paid to do this and aren't on 24/7 call. We do try our best and have to take our role on here as seriously as our jobs, on here we are never off duty.
Originally Posted by rb5 286
I admit, I did make the words SWISSOL bold but I didnt advertise who supplied it.
I think this was deemed as ADVERTISING and resulted in the thread being DELETED
03 May 2005, 03:15 PM
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Paul,
Not a problem, I will suggest it on the thread in policy
I think it'd benefit the community to know where we stand.
I know the mods have a busy life, I understand that, however, if they have the time to delete a thread, surley they have the time to send a quick little pm/email? how long does it take to send a quick pm saying "email me about why your thread was deleted" then they can deal with when less busy.
That or just post a quick thread in the moderators forum saying that the thread was deleted, just so other mods have a heads up on what's going on.
Not a problem, I will suggest it on the thread in policy
I think it'd benefit the community to know where we stand.I know the mods have a busy life, I understand that, however, if they have the time to delete a thread, surley they have the time to send a quick little pm/email? how long does it take to send a quick pm saying "email me about why your thread was deleted" then they can deal with when less busy.
That or just post a quick thread in the moderators forum saying that the thread was deleted, just so other mods have a heads up on what's going on.
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03 May 2005, 03:21 PM
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Paul,
For clarity, are you now saying that endorsements of work undertaken and or products supplied by non authorised advertisers will no longer be allowed on Scoobynet?
For clarity, are you now saying that endorsements of work undertaken and or products supplied by non authorised advertisers will no longer be allowed on Scoobynet?
03 May 2005, 03:28 PM
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No I am not saying that at all. There is a place specifically for this and it's dealers and third party.
If you want to discuss these issues anymore then please can someone start a thread in policy rather than hijacking this thread anymore.
Thanks
If you want to discuss these issues anymore then please can someone start a thread in policy rather than hijacking this thread anymore.
Thanks
It was meant at all of us. 
03 May 2005, 08:34 PM
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This board is getting very PC!!!!!!!!!!
Yes I'm going to rant. (not at you paul)
I am from what they call 'old skool'. I have been on this board for about 4-5 yrs. I can honestly say Scoobynet has gone downhill. Back then we all appreciated what we heard from other people as we all want to know what products/tuning parts for there cars were best and what got good all round results. It now seems as soon as you mention someone elses product it gets deleted or even if you have a strong opinion of something your thread/post gets locked.
What happened to "THE SUBARU COMMUNITY"?????
I'll tell you where, They have all gone to the "other" forum where they can have a sensible thread and post there with useful comments where ideas and views are far more appreciated.
As for the "free advertising" crap, that is just an excuse.
Dear oh dear what a world we live in. I'm going over to SIDC forum
I am from what they call 'old skool'. I have been on this board for about 4-5 yrs. I can honestly say Scoobynet has gone downhill. Back then we all appreciated what we heard from other people as we all want to know what products/tuning parts for there cars were best and what got good all round results. It now seems as soon as you mention someone elses product it gets deleted or even if you have a strong opinion of something your thread/post gets locked.
What happened to "THE SUBARU COMMUNITY"?????
I'll tell you where, They have all gone to the "other" forum where they can have a sensible thread and post there with useful comments where ideas and views are far more appreciated.
As for the "free advertising" crap, that is just an excuse.
Dear oh dear what a world we live in. I'm going over to SIDC forum
03 May 2005, 09:03 PM
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We've hijacked this thread enough. There is a thread here in the policy forum that explains why the original thread was deleted. Might be better to post any comments on there instead.
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