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Troy, I'd gry two: General and Tech/Resto. I find that Resto topics/how-to info often are applicable to my planned technical projects. If they are split, I will likely bookmark the Tech/Resto and spend very little time in the General. I'd rather not have to create separate bookmarks for Tech AND Resto.
Troy, I'd try two: General and Tech/Resto. I find that Resto topics/how-to info often are applicable to my planned technical projects. If they are split, I will likely bookmark the Tech/Resto and spend very little time in the General. I'd rather not have to create separate bookmarks for Tech AND Resto.
If we were to split the C3 sections into two or more sections how do you think it would work best?
General & Tech?
General, Tech, Resto?
General, Tech in multiple sections (Drivetrain, suspension, etc)?
Should the General section include basic in the manual type things? What type of threads would be in General vs. Tech?
Just looking for opinions here on how the split would be best done if we decide to do it.
Personally I think "General" and "Technical" or "General" and "Mechanical Tech" and "Body Tech" simply because these cars are all 25+ years old so most people are restoring in one form or another. Also if it get's broken down into multiple sections people will be switching between many different formus to read the information which is time consuming especially on dial-up. At the end of the day if the amount of information is over whelming and we are struggling to find what we want we could use the search function more.
Anyway, my ten cents worth.
Troy, I'd try two: General and Tech/Resto. I find that Resto topics/how-to info often are applicable to my planned technical projects. If they are split, I will likely bookmark the Tech/Resto and spend very little time in the General. I'd rather not have to create separate bookmarks for Tech AND Resto.
My $.02.
Ditto...That makes $.04
but I'm only a medium member
General, Tech in multiple sections (Drivetrain, suspension, etc)?
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thats what i would go for. I'm actually more interested in suspension than all else because i attend HPDE schools and need lots of help making this old buggy run with the newer cars.
thanks for asking!
P.S. I think a major concern of those against any type of split is that the comradery here will be lost. But i think exactly the opposite will happen. We will be able to hang out in sections where people share our same interests and build new relationships and foster an environment where tech issues can move to the next level instead to being shifted into oblivion on page 12.
Last edited by turtlevette; Feb 23, 2005 at 03:01 PM.
General and tech would be what I'd like to see. I think resto should fall under tech. I'd like to see a split but not a bunch of forums, 2 will be good. My .02
I'd say we should keep it to splitting "C3 Corvettes" with a "C3 General" and "C3 Tech".
As for as examples, during the last vote, I categorized the then current 1'st page threads. It took some time so I don't want to do that to the existing 1'st page threads, so here is a cut-n-paste from the last time (7/2004):
General:
KYB GR-2's --NICE!
NCRS T-SHIRTS!!!!!! (TRUE?)
Anybody running 4:10s on street
VanSteel running special?
dealer manual for a 77
Anyone Have C3 Crossed-Flags For Desktop
Post pictures of new interiors please
Looking for choke plug
hehehehehehehehe
I just go My new toy 1972 Corvette
invisible black corvette
fun with pep boys/autozone/strauss
Overhaulin does a '64 tonight on TLC
Warn bystanders that are too close?
Dyno testing in Ft Myers...how did it go?
From Sarasota Sam The Wheelaholic And Handbrake Man!
This thing's a beater, but I like it.
Vette Viewing needed in Galveston Please
extra guage location
[POLL] What oil are you running??
Couple of pics of my new 18" Boyds
At last my supercharged baby is finished!
How much $$ do you have into your Vette?
? 82's with OEM Charcoal interior
Possible trying to sell, help me priice it please..
Losing It?
Just finished my car...
Did the Hooker-Jet Hot Coatings sidepipe deal go away?
It started with me wanting to clean up the console.......
Looking for some pricing help (not dialup friendly)
Canadian Vette
Tech:
Looks like it is motor mount time!
Radiator Removal - 72' 454 with AC and 4spd
Converting to manual steering? ( 1 2 )
69 Big Block Pulleys- Help Please
Auto trans won't shift out of 1st!
Please help identify loose vacuum hoses and wires
Carb spacers, any test results???
Mod Question - Rocker Switch Controls
carburator and exhaust question.
Looking for thermostat advice
Demon fuel line connection?
Side yoke and posi questions...
Intermittant Starting
aerodynamics question
Vette ring and pinion type-12 bolt?
Where is the front brake caliper Bleeder valve???
AMSOIL vs Mobil 1 (although I imaging this would have been spammed on both)
Suspension question
78 SMOG/A.I.R question
T-10 side cover gasket
Many Lessons Learned Today!
Working with metal braided hoses
What size are the seat belt bolts?
AC fan - Need more volume on a '78
Fusible links???
what does the correct 69 wiper washer tee fitting look like?
How low is my car??
I need some EXPERT engine part help (rod bearings)
632" Big Chief: pics
Is it normal?
What is with the wiper door?
Bypass the tach filter?
Has anybody used Spicer Chassis parts?
81 Vent Cover Passenger Side
Wiper Switch Bezel
Rubber Gaskets and RTV Sealant
Troy,
I would suggest two sections:
1) General/Restoration
2) Technical/Performance Modifications
Number (1) would take care of those members who wish to chit-chat about new paint jobs, cleaning agents, their pet ferrets-dogs-cats, pics of C3s from shows, cruise events, opinions on Ebay auctions, how much is my car worth, where do I buy parts, what is this part, where is Sam123 these days, etc. I don't see a lot of true restoration activity here but include it. It may come back as the C3s age.
Number (2) will tackle the engine, transmission, suspension and the like modification enthusiasts who are truly into Corvette modifications that enable their cars to go faster in a straight line (1/4-mile) or around a corner (road-racing). It would also address carb, exhaust, electrical, cam, and other technical issues that require a truly versed engineer/mechanical type of reply.
General and tech would be what I'd like to see. I think resto should fall under tech. I'd like to see a split but not a bunch of forums, 2 will be good. My .02