alexideways Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 The only thing that really bothers me is the fact that the ads take the room of a part of the top tool bar and I don't see my "posts last 24 hours" button anymore. Other than that, I think it's just fine, just as long as we don't see ads between posts lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Other than that, I think it's just fine, just as long as we don't see ads between posts lol. Yeah that would be a problem. Yeah what happened to the last 24 hour posts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexideways Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Funny, as I'm reading this, I just noticed that the "posts last 24 hours" reappeared. Thanks Administrators... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Same here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeZ Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 It seems to me that several people who use this site the most are non-supporters. So they should be the LAST to complain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators SuperDan Posted May 30, 2007 Administrators Share Posted May 30, 2007 SuperDan,Thank you for the clarification of what is going on. In regards to the ads. Have your thought about, or would you entertain, the following?... I’m sure ads on any level wont please even 75% of the members, but I’m sure the members will put up with quite a bit, especially if the donating members have some involvement or at least a teeny voice in what is displayed/sold to us, and to what group it is displayed, (i.e. the “Intimate date†ad, a bit risque..) Option #1; Donating members are allowed ad free access, same ole Hybrid that we are used to. Non donating members view the forum in its current iteration with the ads, (I’ve seen other sites offer this, i.e. become a donating member and no ads). Option 2; Place limits on the ads that do show up for those donating members, maybe on a sliding scale? The more you donate annually, the fewer ads you have to wade through to read about performance Datsuns. Non donating members get ALL the ads. That in itself is incentive to become a donating member. Option 3; No-ads forum… In trying to read between the lines here, seeing ads on Hybrid unannounced, does give the impression that Hybrid Z is need of more financial support. First, I want to make it perfectly clear that we all appreciate the effort in both time and finances that Super Dan and the other admins and moderators make to keep this forum alive and the quality forum that it is. Thank you Dan. Thank you admins and moderators. Now, if the forum could use more financial assistance, being as it has some 8000 member’s, how much $$ per member is needed to help keep it afloat and justify its existence? I for one would be more than glad to up my donations at least another $10 a year. The wealth of info we glean from this forum is worth way more than most memberships paid. How about the non donating members? Can you guys swing the minimum donation annually? (I feel like I’m doing one of those OPB membership drives now). Thanks again Dan for the heads up. Paul Ruschman I am working on setting the ads up to do Option 1, having a little problem with the layout and hope to have it fixed tommorow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo Meister Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Currently I see 161 members logged on, only 23 of them are donating members. That may be part of the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators RTz Posted May 30, 2007 Administrators Share Posted May 30, 2007 Currently I see 161 members logged on, only 23 of them are donating members. That may be part of the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 It seems to me that several people who use this site the most are non-supporters. So they should be the LAST to complain. Im not saying that no one should donate money and Im very thankful for the people that do donate, but some people really dont have the money to donate. As you can see from my signature I have $165. Thats all the money I have, period. As soon as I finish my car Im very quickly going to donate money to complensate for the year or so Ive been on the site. Thank you everyone that donates because this site wouldnt be here without you and Id be stuck on alot of problems with my Z. And I really dont care if theres ads or not. You gotta pay the bills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e_racer1999 Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Im not saying that no one should donate money and Im very thankful for the people that do donate, but some people really dont have the money to donate. As you can see from my signature I have $165. Thats all the money I have, period. As soon as I finish my car Im very quickly going to donate money to complensate for the year or so Ive been on the site. Thank you everyone that donates because this site wouldnt be here without you and Id be stuck on alot of problems with my Z. And I really dont care if theres ads or not. You gotta pay the bills. ditto. i personally am building a budget buid because i don't make much money and am trying to get a house. if i had money TRUST me, i would donate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David K Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 I dont think $20 a year will hurt, no matter your financial situation. Example: the JTR manual is far more than $20, and you get less info than browsing on here. You cant complain about free information. That line can end right there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Thank You Dan, for Option 1, if that's what you did. Ads are gone now, and so is the SEZ Banner (oops!, probably a by-product of running other banners as ads)...oh well, we'll figure something out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators SuperDan Posted May 30, 2007 Administrators Share Posted May 30, 2007 Ads are gone now, and so is the SEZ Banner (oops!, probably a by-product of running other banners as ads)...oh well, we'll figure something out. Yeah, I have not forgot about the SEZ Banner, should have it back up soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_hunt Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Currently I see 161 members logged on, only 23 of them are donating members. That may be part of the problem. BINGO DING DING DING If you are a contributing member, then you obviously realize what it takes to keep a cool, butt kicking site like this running. It's a great place to be and the information is awesome and can't be found elsewhere. We've been beating the "donation" drum for quite some time, but a minority keeps donating over and over again. Personally, I'm all for the ads, we need the money, more bandwidth for streaming vids, better server, etc., etc. IMO, you either move with the times or stay in the forgotten past. Donate and the ads disappear for you, what a way to rock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudypoochris Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Just an idea... What about something like a 'progress bar'? Or a pot. That way we can see how Hybridz.org is doing with money. Might be an incentive to donate when it gets too low or something similar. Also... Just noticed: 440 (101 members and 339 guests) Maybe make Ads only visible to the guests? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eec564 Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 The only Ad that kind of bugs me is the one on the top left of everything. It really cuts down on how much of your browser window you can use to view the forum. Having them under the toolbar may make them more intrusive to some people, but it doesn't interfere with the ease of viewing of the forum itself. -Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big-phil Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 I just donated again, and the ads are gone!! I forgot my year was up anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators SuperDan Posted May 30, 2007 Administrators Share Posted May 30, 2007 I just donated again, and the ads are gone!! It's majic dude... Im telling ya! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom'sZ Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 I've donated and I'll donate again, ads or not.... this is the best internet site period Thanks SuperDan, thanks HybridZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X64v Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 heh, annoying or not, they're definitely a good incentive to donate... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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