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We have decided to switch to vBulletin after all this time using UBB. vBulletin is faster due to it being stored in Databsae via PHP and MySQL.
It appears it could be quite difficult to convert the board (as they make some migration scripts) to move all messages, users and message counts to the new system.
If we were to start from scratch as sort of a one last new start, would you all be opposed to it. The features of vBulletin are great, and I think everyone will adapt to it (for those that have never used one before).
To attempt to convert the board, could take 8-9 hours for all the messages to convert (about 100,000) plus all member data and post data.
The other option is to just start a new board, and move forward. We could leave the old forum open via a different link, you just wouldn't be able to post new messages in it.. just search and read the old archives.
Please send your opinions.
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The other option is to just start a new board, and move forward. We could leave the old forum open via a different link, you just wouldn't be able to post new messages in it.. just search and read the old archives.
My Vote.
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quote:Originally posted by JeffY: The other option is to just start a new board, and move forward. We could leave the old forum open via a different link, you just wouldn't be able to post new messages in it.. just search and read the old archives.
My Vote.
I'm with Jeff. Moving on and forward. Gotta make room for the new Camaro SS!!!
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Wife & Best Friend Mary - copilot. Posts: 5558 | From: Windsor, Ontario. Canada | Registered: Feb 2000
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Dang, and I finally shifted into 3rd gear Seriously, though...I'd be fine with moving forward to a new board and leaving this one as an archive. However, it would be nice if you could migrate all the member settings.
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Your call JR. I'm not going anywhere either way. Not til you kick me out anyway!
Posts: 1632 | From: Rindge NH, formerly Boylston MA | Registered: Feb 2000
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Everyone thinks it is my decision. Every member here makes the community. Many people check this board every day, and while I agree that a few changes won't ruin anyone's life.. I still feel its all the members together that make this place so great!
With this much response, I will go ahead and proceed with the new forum, and we will put this forum as an archived place that doesn't accept new posts. More coming soon!
- J.R.
Posts: 596 | From: Kansas City | Registered: Aug 2000
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quote:Originally posted by J.R. Mayer: Everyone thinks it is my decision. Every member here makes the community. Many people check this board every day, and while I agree that a few changes won't ruin anyone's life.. I still feel its all the members together that make this place so great!
... and we appreciate you asking us for our opinion, JR - even if you do drive a Ffff..., a Ffff...., a Fffff..... Gee, I can't even say the 'F' word. It's not in my vocabulary. Posts: 2359 | From: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada | Registered: Jul 2001
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Cool, I can register with my name Happy_Dan instead of my nutty SSOA name!
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I say start with a clean slate........what's with this f word I'm hearing. Must be a typo
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You can start it up and let a few of us hack at it first to test it out.
I like the idea of archiving the old board if possible. There is a wealth of info that has been posted over the years.
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JR, Whatever you decide it fine. Granted, the board wouldn't be what it is without all the members, ...yet the board wouldn't be, without your efforts. Thanks for your efforts... Arhcive the old board, ...and let's move on...
Kevin
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JR, Whatever you decide is fine with me. I also still would like to have access to the old board for info if you decide to start over.
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quote:Originally posted by Happy_Dan: Cool, I can register with my name Happy_Dan instead of my nutty SSOA name!
? You're always Happy Dan!
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Wife & Best Friend Mary - copilot. Posts: 5558 | From: Windsor, Ontario. Canada | Registered: Feb 2000
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Well, I'm probably in the minority on this, but....
Some of the old threads on this board have valuable information. Every now and then I find myself searching here to review something I read 6 months or 2 years ago. If the conversion process is automatic, and can be started and run without constant supervision, then I'd say take that step. However, if it's something that will require you to constantly monitor it over it's entire runtime, then perhaps setting up an old board as an archive is a better alternative.
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I vote to save the old board info as an archive, and start a new board. Can we transfer our personal stuff though, or do we have to all start over again? I dont wanna be in first gear again, I just got moving!!!!
Do what you feel like you need to JR. Glad to help out with opinions for you though.
Kevin Villier, 2002 SS #186 - 6M with Hurst and "short-stick", TT, navy blue, chrome SS wheels, Bilstein suspension, SS grill, BMR STB, BMR chrome-moly panhard rod, SLP loudmouth, Direct-Flo lid with Holley Power Shot filter, mallory polished MAF ends, 4.10 gears, PPC LT's. 336 rwhp, 345 rwtq
-------------------- Willard (Mike) Scott Worldwide Camaro Club North Carolina state Rep. 2001 SS convertible with all SLP opts. Sunset Orange Neutral top Neutral leather http://community.webshots.com/user/wmss Posts: 737 | From: Siler City N.C. | Registered: Sep 2003
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quote:Originally posted by J.R. Mayer: The other option is to just start a new board, and move forward. We could leave the old forum open via a different link, you just wouldn't be able to post new messages in it.. just search and read the old archives.
That would be fine with me. I wish the SLP board would have archived theirs, even for just a month. There was a lot of good info on there, but I guess it still would have cost some money to keep it online.
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New is good I would just like to keep my name
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What ever you decide with. I'll always be a part of the SSOA.I will always support your decisions 100% as long as we all can come to the "back porch" and chat.This has been "my favorite" chat room since it was formed.I am and always will be a devoted "CAMARO" lover forever Posts: 173 | From: Nashua,NH USA | Registered: Feb 2000
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Seriously, though...I'd be fine with moving forward to a new board and leaving this one as an archive. However, it would be nice if you could migrate all the member settings.
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