New ads??? WTF???
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Originally Posted by Nine Ball
We are working on the updated membership thing, it is a few months out.
Some of you guys just like to complain about everything, it isn't like those new google ads are affecting the site. How about you guys let us run the site and not complain so much? We have been running LS1TECH for six years now, it isn't like we are newbies here.
Some of you guys just like to complain about everything, it isn't like those new google ads are affecting the site. How about you guys let us run the site and not complain so much? We have been running LS1TECH for six years now, it isn't like we are newbies here.
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Originally Posted by Nine Ball
We are working on the updated membership thing, it is a few months out.
Some of you guys just like to complain about everything, it isn't like those new google ads are affecting the site. How about you guys let us run the site and not complain so much? We have been running LS1TECH for six years now, it isn't like we are newbies here.
Some of you guys just like to complain about everything, it isn't like those new google ads are affecting the site. How about you guys let us run the site and not complain so much? We have been running LS1TECH for six years now, it isn't like we are newbies here.
You're telling me they are a paying sponsor, just like Speed Inc or FLT? If not, that link should be removed, along with these:
http://www.eastcoastvette.com/index.html
http://www.corvettedollar.com/?cid=3...FQyIPgodPWt4ow
http://www.usspeedonline.com/page/U/...ird+Floor+Mats
http://www.whypaysticker.com/track.php?c=18904473
And there are more and more in every thread you go into. Tell me that is not fair. I am not telling you guys how to run the site, I am giving you feedback on the site. I have been on here since '02 myself, and seen the ups and downs throughout those 5 years, and think this is a down.
Matt, we haven't had time yet to write the url filters. With Google ads, we can actually block ads from websites that we do not want shown. This will take some time, we are working on that list.
Please don't assume we are not going to look after the interests of direct paying vendors, you should know better than that.
Please don't assume we are not going to look after the interests of direct paying vendors, you should know better than that.
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From: Southside
Originally Posted by Nine Ball
Matt, we haven't had time yet to write the url filters. With Google ads, we can actually block ads from websites that we do not want shown. This will take some time, we are working on that list.
Please don't assume we are not going to look after the interests of direct paying vendors, you should know better than that.
Please don't assume we are not going to look after the interests of direct paying vendors, you should know better than that.
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From: tokyo japan
i didnt know jdm motors were advertised here as well, im going to pimp my neon now yo. seriously i dont mind the google ads but when they start throwing random crap in something has to give. otherwise some noob will start thinking hey my sr20det will fit in my camaro. i saw it on the website so it has to work. sorry for the rant but seriously there should be some sort of restriction on adds.
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Um, that sounds good, but you would seriously be working for the rest of your life to filter all the "bad" ads out of Google Ads. Anyone who would make such a statement obviously does not know how Google Ads works. And knowing how long it has taken the site's search feature to function again, I doubt anyone would be willing to put the effort in to script the necessary code.
And I don't have to assume that you are not looking after the intrests of your site's sponsors. You have already proven that you are not by placing these ads in direct opposition to your own stated site rules and policies.
And I don't have to assume that you are not looking after the intrests of your site's sponsors. You have already proven that you are not by placing these ads in direct opposition to your own stated site rules and policies.
There are SEVERAL exceptionally large forums(bigger than us) that have premier accounts that cost $$ every year. There are far more people on some of these sites that buy those accounts, than do not. CorvetteForum has a contributing member status, which the perks of which I am not familiar with, but I am sure there are some. Also, AR15.com has a team member account status, which comes in varying levels and correspondingly have more and more priveledges associated with it. Considering how often you use this site, would you pay $2 a month to have twice the PM capacity, a slightly larger avatar, and a private "members only" forum? Maybe enhanced search functionality?
I think many people would.
Thanks for playing, but last time I checked, your name wasn't red, and you didn't own this place. If you dislike the new changes that much, I'm sure any number of the other "prestigious" LSX sites would love to have you be a contributing member. We appreciate constructive feedback, but at this point, you're just whining about something that really doesn't even affect you.
However, if you're going to stick around here, deal with it. You're not a paying sponsor, so how about you let the paying sponsors raise these issues? I can garauntee you that if they don't like it, they WILL make it known. Just because you don't see a discussion occuring, does not mean it does not exist.
I think many people would.
Originally Posted by howierd42
Um, that sounds good, but you would seriously be working for the rest of your life to filter all the "bad" ads out of Google Ads. Anyone who would make such a statement obviously does not know how Google Ads works. And knowing how long it has taken the site's search feature to function again, I doubt anyone would be willing to put the effort in to script the necessary code.
And I don't have to assume that you are not looking after the intrests of your site's sponsors. You have already proven that you are not by placing these ads in direct opposition to your own stated site rules and policies.
And I don't have to assume that you are not looking after the intrests of your site's sponsors. You have already proven that you are not by placing these ads in direct opposition to your own stated site rules and policies.
Thanks for playing, but last time I checked, your name wasn't red, and you didn't own this place. If you dislike the new changes that much, I'm sure any number of the other "prestigious" LSX sites would love to have you be a contributing member. We appreciate constructive feedback, but at this point, you're just whining about something that really doesn't even affect you.
However, if you're going to stick around here, deal with it. You're not a paying sponsor, so how about you let the paying sponsors raise these issues? I can garauntee you that if they don't like it, they WILL make it known. Just because you don't see a discussion occuring, does not mean it does not exist.
Last edited by cyphur; Jul 5, 2007 at 07:05 AM.
Originally Posted by cyphur
would you pay $2 a month to have twice the PM capacity, a slightly larger avatar, and a private "members only" forum? Maybe enhanced search functionality?
Originally Posted by cyphur
Thanks for playing, but last time I checked, your name wasn't red, and you didn't own this place.
Originally Posted by tylerdj
I would! Some other forums I've seen allow 'paying' members to have custom user titles as well.
I would as well! It would definitely be worth $2 a month
I was surprised when I saw it at first. But its really not that big of a deal. Some of you need to chill out. This site is huge and has a vast amount of info for FREE! If you want to bitch about ads I think its a SMALL price to pay for the benefits of this site.
JMG
JMG
Originally Posted by Nine Ball
Originally Posted by cyphur
Thanks for playing, but last time I checked, your name wasn't red, and you didn't own this place.
How ironic indeed!!
As for enhanced search functionality. That might be worth $2 a month to me.
Me too. That is something that really bothers me. The middle of the thread add is very annoying.
Originally Posted by qwikz28
im just glad they didn't make their way into the middle of the thread like alot of forums do
I was ready to pay the day I signed up for this site. I try to buy everything for my car from sponsor(s) which is difficult with the budget I am on. The search feature is the biggest thing that I use. I'm not here to comment on whether these ads are right or wrong, I just wanted to add my name to the list of people who would pay a monthly/yearly fee.
Originally Posted by cyphur
Considering how often you use this site, would you pay $2 a month to have twice the PM capacity, a slightly larger avatar, and a private "members only" forum? Maybe enhanced search functionality?
I agree with the not bitching for info, lots of GM mechanics and sorts here that can get you info that you would otherwise have to pay for IE Hayes, Chilton's, Alldata, VIN searches from the dealer... the list goes on and on. I would be willing to pay for access to this site as well. Because I'm sure I'll need the expertise of someone more familiar with F-bods than me in the near future with my car. I am very mechanically inclined and just need direction from time to time. +1 for the sponsors that help keep this site alive and to all of the mods for dedicating time to the upkeep and running of this site.