Is it me or does it seem like alot of the knowledgeable members are not posting here anymore? If so, why?

This forum seems quite pleasant in general but one thing always annoys me and its the way that some people cut down others with the lower spec engines/ autos etc. I havent been on this website long but I have seen a few people laughed at for trying to modify their lower spec cars and told to get a 3sge instead. WHY? Do the GT4 boys go around telling the GT boys their cars are crap? NO. Also other posts like 'the celica is not a sports car' etc dont really have any benefit.

Im all for healthy debate, but outright insulting our own cars puts the reputation of the 6GC down

I saw this topic and thought that I would throw some input into it. Although I just joined the board I have been reading on it for a while. I decided to start posting when I was ready to start on my engine. I thought it would be the best way to find out information since there is really nobody or any shops that modify these cars. I think the majority of everyone on here are all really nice and want to help. The problem that I see is that everyones questions turn into a debate on if they should do it or not. people are asking questions for answers not for approval. I just think that eventually the people who have questions are going to think twice about asking. Also I'm sure it does get old having the same questions asked over and over agian but if you attack someone the first time they post they wont post again and they most likely will not tell people about the site. Remember first impressions are everything and if one person comes off as an irrigant a** it's hard to reverse it. Sorry the post is so long and I really want to make it clear that I think the site is great and just very nice overall but just wanted to point out what make someone not want to come back

Tressa

For the most part I get along with everyone,yet,like in any community there are going to be fights here and there..It's really not a big deal..and as far as how females are treated.. I think it's cool if chicks are into cars.. I am just getting my girl into them..too bad she drives a 2003 Saturn ION ..ehe

Guys the solution is to close down the whole site >>

The Lori Ann thread...

just modify the off topic section. strictly celica info. if you wanna chat about off topic stuff, just instant message someone.

-Jdog1385+Jul 17, 2004 - 6:10 PM

Im never in OT, but what i do see is bashing, and girls and coomer being treated like gods. I agree with the others who have commented about posting a link if you tell someone to search, and those who have suggested FAQ, and leaving comments on parts and what not. The bashing and inappropriateness of things annoy me the most, but the way coomer and the girls are being treated is almost as bad. Yes, coomer, you've done alot for me and others, i thank and applaud you for that. But it seems like everyone has to suck up to you (and every female on the site.) People need to think about what they say. Its the internet, yah, but still we need to act mature and talk to others as we would face to face.

I know I am not too active of a member, in the sense of replying too often, however this is probably the site I visit the most on the internet, and I have read hundreds of posts. My 2 cents: In regards to the bashing comment on cars and their stock specks, I remember when I first got my celica and soon after found this site, I had a limited edition 97 st, and I was some what embarrassed to post that under my membership info, just the fact that it was an st. However after reading the site for about a month and seeing how people freely gave out this information, and were only given respect, I soon followed and posted the info, feeling confident in my car and my status on the site as a legitimate member. This was a little more than a year ago. However currently it has seemed to me like the disrespect for everyone, no matter their car or their intentions for it, is a bit too much. It reminds me of a friend of mine, who has a Camaro, and bashes on any import just because it is an import and regardless of what potential it has. It is just a complete display of ignorance, and that is that. I doubt that this helps to your decision, Coomer, or any of the other moderators for that matter, but I just figured that as a member I should give my contribution. And again, thanks for a great site that I have been always able to rely on for good information.

-Eddie

I agree with coomer, i have had issues with a member here for talking to my g/f in particular in a crude way. i think these violators should not be able to post on our website, done deal.

i dont post too much but when i do post i try to help.
and this site is the most useful site ive ever been to..without this site i never would of gotten my celi...or my trd spoiler...or got my info on my 5sfte...i didnt know jack about the celi and in this past year and a half ive learned soo much...this site is great people we just need to point out the people who turn this party into a crime scene

I really like the off topic section, it allows you to get to know other members of the board a little better. I haven't been here long, but what attracted me to the site was that it has the feel of an online "car club", which seems like a really cool concept. For someone who is often trapped at home with 2 kids and whose car is too pathetic to join an actual car club, it's a lot of fun and a great way to talk to people who may have the same interests...And in the the future possibly get together with the people in your area if a meet is scheduled. But of course, as with any conversation in person, who knows what you might end up talking about.

As a newbie, some of my etiquette might not be the best, but I only try to post things that I think might be entertaining or helpful to other people on the site. I will only post negative in fun, if it's a board member that I IM regularly and I'm friendly with. Also, as one of the few females posting on the site, I haven't encountered any problems with any of the guys, everyone has been very helpful and very nice so far. One suggestion I would like to make is to offer people a chance to post their ICQ# when they register, in case they can't figure out how to join a chat on AIM, it might open up another avenue for live chats and keep the board clutter down.

This post has been edited by j_benson: Jul 19, 2004 - 9:17 PM

i had an idea about the integrating the faq/database section...would it be possible to have in each sub furum ie. engine performance, suspension etc..the faq section with those available parts then instead of another section inside that to post comments have a link that automatically searches the forum topics for threads on that part. That way you can find the part you want and then get the feedback from the regular posts from those who have it.

not a perfect idea but an idea none the less...

-XxDJFate76xX+Jul 19, 2004 - 8:40 AM

maybe you can have a section for new comers and kids. that way itll seperate the groups a bit.

keep the off topic because a lot of bored people just wanna talk about random stuff while satying on this site

you can also post the link on the chatroom on the main page so people can click and discuss right away.

also i think it's cool if the site has all the collected 6gc images section, like the one 0re0 posted.

the site could also include picutres for the spec section and maybe the photocopied chilton manual for people to learn.

hehe well those are my stupid suggestions that ill think might help a bit

I am looking for Celica related info. Stuff like what I can do with my car and what others have done. That's pretty much it. The off topic forum is what it is -> off topic, basically crap info with people looking for a laugh or wanting to vent.

6 gens are becoming older now and they are being sold and bought by people who want info on this forum. All of the sections should be just as they are but with members only posting Celica info. A FAQ section would be nice too so newbies don't get flamed everytime they ask what the flamers think is a dumb question.

Everyone has opinions. There is no way to stop someone from posting one that the mods feel are inappropriate and shouldn't be posted. Mods should promply clean that stuff up. If people feel the mods are doing a bad job them PM them and tell them why.

What is the mods job -> to make sure people follow the rules of the forums ? OK make good rules and stick by them.