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KK3960 09 January 2009 10:24 PM

Who would like a Technical "How To" Guide Section? Please Poll
 
Ive had a few recent posts with Admin trying to agree to a dedicated "How To" guide section, similar to other forums, which will give users access to quick click technical guides and links to DIY Mods or General Maintenance such as, FMIC installation, Walbro Fitting, or general Brake pad / oil changes / Trim and panel removal etc. rather than having to trawl through the multiple posts in the forums search facility. Being a SN user for 4 years its a great site but I find it increasingly difficult to find reference info when modding or maintaining my car. Admin have suggested that if the numbers are there that they will consider the request :thumb:

For further info please see the link below, and feel free to post your comments so your voice may be heard.:)

https://www.scoobynet.com/bugs-featu...ml#post8411367

SirFozzalot 09 January 2009 10:27 PM

Good idea :thumb:

290 AND READY 09 January 2009 10:33 PM

YES YES YES!!!! IM SICK OF GOING TO NASOIC FOR THE INFO!

F1 CJE UK 09 January 2009 10:34 PM

yep sounds like a great idea

Ianm1983 09 January 2009 10:38 PM

doit, its half he reason I joined coz I thought there would be one

Kieran_Burns 09 January 2009 10:40 PM

I have to add that the How to Section places a great deal of effort on the members. You need to be ready and able to produce clear a how to (with photos) whenever you do any work on your Scooby.

They are VERY useful tools but only if people are willing to put in the effort.

Just how many people have examples ready?

Chris.B 09 January 2009 10:41 PM

I think that would be an excellent idea.

Do a poll...

Chris.B 09 January 2009 10:44 PM


Originally Posted by Kieran_Burns (Post 8411443)
Just how many people have examples ready?

Wouldn't take long to rustle something up.
I think there should be a beginner section (basic servicing bumper removals etc) to an intermediate section (rebuilds etc)

Bloody excellent Idea! I'd be more than happy to contribute to this :thumb:

KK3960 09 January 2009 10:49 PM


Originally Posted by Kieran_Burns (Post 8411443)
I have to add that the How to Section places a great deal of effort on the members. You need to be ready and able to produce clear a how to (with photos) whenever you do any work on your Scooby.

They are VERY useful tools but only if people are willing to put in the effort.

Just how many people have examples ready?

Nobody is under any obligation to provide or compile any technical information unless they want to and share it for the benefit of other users. Its purely sharing information and pooling info for the benefit off all. Obviously no one can be held responsible for any mis haps, mis-representation or cock ups, the info would have to be assessed by the individual and the relevant parts extracted by the end user. The frustrating thing I find is that the info is already existing on the site, generally somebody has already done it and its just finding the correct link to the info??

I have suggested that a section is formulated with the topics in alphabetical order, it would be very easy to vet and rate by Admin user comments. ie

A- Abs sensor changes
Alloy Wheel repair
etc..
B- Brakes and associated
Bumper and trim removal
etc..
C- Camber Settings
D- Down pipe changes
E-Exhaust changes
F- Front Mount Intercooler
etc..
etc..

You get the idea!, Classic or Newage it realy wouldnt matter, the posts started within posts would make it a starting point to negate the info rather trying to spend hours searching dribble.

KK3960 09 January 2009 10:59 PM

If we can get the numbers then im sure we could move somewhere with this, so who's up for it? Hope im not making a fool of myself here when i start this poll, its for all our benefit sureley! Ok here goes!

1) KK3960

Chris.B 09 January 2009 11:02 PM

I think you have to edit post 1 then add a poll...

bob r 09 January 2009 11:04 PM


Originally Posted by KK3960 (Post 8411486)
Nobody is under any obligation to provide or compile any technical information unless they want to and share it for the benefit of other users. Its purely sharing information and pooling info for the benefit off all. Obviously no one can be held responsible for any mis haps, mis-representation or cock ups, the info would have to be assessed by the individual and the relevant parts extracted by the end user. The frustrating thing I find is that the info is already existing on the site, generally somebody has already done it and its just finding the correct link to the info??

I have suggested that a section is formulated with the topics in alphabetical order, it would be very easy to vet and rate by Admin user comments. ie

A- Abs sensor changes
B- Brakes and associated
C- Camber Settings
D- Down pipe changes
E-Exhaust changes

etc..
etc..

You get the idea!, Classic or Newage it realy wouldnt matter, the posts started within posts would make it a starting point to negate the info rather trying to spend hours searching dribble.

Spot on that man, couldn't agree more especially the first sentence.:thumb:

I generally spend ages searching old threadson here/P1WOC/RB5OC/JGM's site etc etc

Underworld 09 January 2009 11:06 PM


Originally Posted by KK3960 (Post 8411403)
Ive had a few recent posts with Admin trying to agree to a dedicated "How To" guide section, similar to other forums, which will give users access to quick click technical guides and links to DIY Mods or General Maintenance such as, FMIC installation, Walbro Fitting, or general Brake pad / oil changes / Trim and panel removal etc. rather than having to trawl through the multiple posts in the forums search facility. Being a SN user for 4 years its a great site but I find it increasingly difficult to find reference info when modding or maintaining my car. Admin have suggested that if the numbers are there that they will consider the request :thumb:

For further info please see the link below, and feel free to post your comments so your voice may be heard.:)

https://www.scoobynet.com/bugs-featu...ml#post8411367

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KK3960 09 January 2009 11:08 PM

Thanks for your positive constructive comments, last post:cuckoo:

bob r 09 January 2009 11:08 PM

Perhaps if there was a 'how to' section introduced, sponsors and tuning companies wouldn't be too pleased with Scoobnet and withdraw their adds etc.
Maybe that's why the mods aren't too keen on the idea.:Suspiciou

mje_wrx 09 January 2009 11:10 PM

gotta be done

KK3960 09 January 2009 11:13 PM

Bob I see your point and knew this would come up for comment for the professional mechanics, tuners and sponsors livelihood, but sureley there is a clear line to be drawn for novice users to do a Walbro change and a professional remap?? Everyone has a technical limit? Its only a standard facility on most other forums and may even promote business or profesional services indirectly ? The web is full of accessable info from other forums, is it not sensible to pool it all for the benefit of others??

Underworld 09 January 2009 11:20 PM

Poll???

Bubba po 09 January 2009 11:22 PM

Whatever happened to Scoobypedia? :)

bob r 09 January 2009 11:22 PM

KK3960
 
I have posted in your original post and looked at some of the links already posted re modding guides. If the mods don't agree to your request atleast we can use that thread as a reference to modding guides.:thumb:

What's the script with Underwolds post. :wonder:

KK3960 09 January 2009 11:23 PM

Can someone set a poll up on my behalf then or show me how to activate this facility? Excuse my ignorance I just cant find the "How To" post on the forum!!

KK3960 09 January 2009 11:25 PM


Originally Posted by bob r (Post 8411576)
I have posted in your original post and looked at some of the links already posted re modding guides. If the mods don't agree to your request atleast we can use that thread as a reference to modding guides.:thumb:



What's the script with Underwolds post. :wonder:

Exactly Bob!

Kieran_Burns 09 January 2009 11:28 PM


Originally Posted by KK3960 (Post 8411578)
Can someone set a poll up on my behalf then or show me how to activate this facility? Excuse my ignorance I just cant find the "How To" post on the forum!!


Do you have the option in the Thread tools pull down on the top right?

KK3960 09 January 2009 11:38 PM

Yes Kieran

KK3960 09 January 2009 11:41 PM

No option to Poll unfortunately! Just print, email or subscribe:brickwall

Evolution Stu 09 January 2009 11:41 PM

Poll added guys, sorry got mixed up for a moment, this old software drives me nuts. :wall:

bob r 09 January 2009 11:43 PM

Poll
 
Had my say.:thumb:

Kieran_Burns 09 January 2009 11:48 PM


Originally Posted by Stu @ Internet Brands (Post 8411615)
Poll added guys, sorry got mixed up for a moment, this old software drives me nuts. :wall:


I was about to - but got tied up with a story of intrigue, poo and basques over in NSR...

chrisray 09 January 2009 11:51 PM

yes please

KK3960 09 January 2009 11:53 PM

:thumb: Thanks Admin:thumb:

Although i have no "IT" experience and limited technical know how Im more than happy to assist in formatting this page.

Place your polls folks, Im up for pooling some info, infact heres a few guides I found earlier to give you a taster, some guides more comprehensive than others but all info is helpful;

Fitting a Walbro / Uprated Fuel Pump
https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...re-newage.html

Classic Front Mount Intercooler Install
https://www.scoobynet.com/projects-4...r-project.html

Version 7 Bug to Version 8 Bob rear end conversion
https://www.scoobynet.com/styling-36...rs-bugeye.html

Changing 2 pots to 4 pots Including Bleeding
https://www.scoobynet.com/wheels-tyr...-bleeding.html

Installing Blob Eye Sti Winglets to WRX's
https://www.scoobynet.com/wanted-18/...s-blobeye.html

Changing Newage Injectors
https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...rs-bugeye.html


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