New members' Tanks Forum question - Page 3

Travis · 03-23-2004, 12:05 AM

Yes, check the "purchase round-trip ticket" box at any of your favorite airlines and I'm there.

jks1 · 03-23-2004, 08:52 AM

I voted for only the thread starter being able to post. I think some threads will become much too long, and I kinda like the idea of a chronological record of the tank.

VINA DEL MAR · 03-23-2004, 10:39 AM

I like the idea of having other members posting at any threads.It gives us the choice to answer,to agree or not too.
It will also motivate the members to give their opinions,ask questions,participate and correct our/theirs mistakes.
Sometimes having an open threads gives us the opportunity to learn from others members expertises so we could later communicate with them for further questions that we might have.
I like brocoli too it gives me the reasons to come here and de-gas!.

VINA

cheeks69 · 03-23-2004, 04:54 PM

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I like brocoli too it gives me the reasons to come here and de-gas!.

Just make sure I have my gas mask first

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I like the idea of having other members posting at any threads.It gives us the choice to answer,to agree or not too.
It will also motivate the members to give their opinions,ask questions,participate and correct our/theirs mistakes.

That's a great point ! I have read a couple of threads at RC of people starting or upgrading their tanks and in these particular threads things were pointed out by other members that really helped these people and by making the necessary corrections saved them from potential problems in the future. Were these threads long ? Yes absolutely but I can assure you the people that were helped weren't complaining because of the lenght of the thread some were even honored to get so much attention.

I understand that for some people it may be a problem reading thru 20-30 pages so I say 2 forums. JMHO

ReefLady · 03-23-2004, 08:32 PM

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With this new forum can we have the option of checking a box that makes travis come over and click pictures of our tanks for free?

Now, I think I like that suggestion best.

I can totally understand the logic about the 2 forums, but I'm thinking it might get a bit confusing -- especially when, maybe a few months down the road we have some new members - it might not be as crystal clear.

What about - if in the new forum, only the tank owner should post, and then if they want to 'display' their tank for public discussion (or if someone else wants to ask questions about it) - they (or the person with the question) can just make a post in the general reef forum, which includes a link to the Members tank thread? Would that work?

Just trying to keep this as simple as possible. We'll definitely look into and discuss all suggestions ... thank you!

mps9506 · 03-23-2004, 08:56 PM

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Originally posted by ReefLady
Now, I think I like that suggestion best.

I can totally understand the logic about the 2 forums, but I'm thinking it might get a bit confusing -- especially when, maybe a few months down the road we have some new members - it might not be as crystal clear.

What about - if in the new forum, only the tank owner should post, and then if they want to 'display' their tank for public discussion (or if someone else wants to ask questions about it) - they (or the person with the question) can just make a post in the general reef forum, which includes a link to the Members tank thread? Would that work?

Just trying to keep this as simple as possible. We'll definitely look into and discuss all suggestions ... thank you!

That makes good sense to me.
I don't like the idea of two forums with essentially the same content. You can only categorize stuff so far...
I personally like the idea of replying in the thread, but I have no problems with a forum in which only the creator can reply and then we can just link to the thread in the General Discussion forum.
It is simple and I think should satisfy everyone.
Now we just have to figure out how we will all split travis's photo time fairly

Mike

maffu · 03-24-2004, 04:03 AM

why are we picking on broccoli?

the upside of being able to reply is the exchange of ideas that newbies like me benefit from tremendously.

Equally its important to acknowledge that the ppl posting pics should be able to hear the public feedback- which in many cases is complete respect and awe at the achievements of a fellow reefer...

it takes a lot to put the evidence of your hardwork and dedication out there for criticism, and as such it would be a shame to deny them the opportunity to get the praise and respect of their peers...

the downside of course is pages filled with simple 3 or 4 word responses of praise in between real content

I suggest we cant have one without the other... but back to the broccoli... I like it.... and dont get gas... hmm does that mean I win?

Tarasco · 03-24-2004, 02:26 PM

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Originally posted by ScottT1980
How about the original poster just state in the first thread that he/she would prefer for no one else to post in the thread?

I think that this is good if the "anyone can reply" option is voted for. Just write a little note saying "If you have any questions, comments, or just want to tell me that I'm cool and I look like Brad Pitt please PM me and I'll make sure to reply," or something similar in the beginning or end of your initial post.

Broccolli makes me gassy and my pee smell funny.

NUGIO · 03-26-2004, 03:54 AM

Whats the point if others cant respond to it I voted all can reply

View Poll Results: How to set up the members' tanks forum?
I want to be the only one who can reply to my tank thread.	24	42.11%
Let any member reply to my tank thread	29	50.88%
Broccoli is yucky. Beyond that, I have no opinion here.	4	7.02%
Voters: 57. You may not vote on this poll

03-23-2004, 12:05 AM	#31 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Yes, check the "purchase round-trip ticket" box at any of your favorite airlines and I'm there. __________________ Help build the Encyclopedia of ReefKeeping Find over 1400 Reef Aquarium Articles at The Reef Aquarium Index

03-23-2004, 08:52 AM	#32 (permalink)
jks1 Achilles Tang Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Posts: 876 View Gallery Karma Komment	I voted for only the thread starter being able to post. I think some threads will become much too long, and I kinda like the idea of a chronological record of the tank. __________________ John Tank: 29g glass Pumps: Mag5.0 return - (3) rio 100 PHs Lighting: (1) 150w XM 10K/(2) 30W actinics Equipment: Aqua C Urchin skimmer- CPR Fuge, Titanium Heater -Red Sea wavemaster Pro Tank: 210g 1/2" Acrylic, dual overflows, 75g glass sump w/ 20g fuge. Pumps: Mag24 return - (2) MAG24s running 2 closed loop systems. Lighting: (3) 400w XM 10K/(2) Custom Sealife 96w PC - 25w dimmable incandescent Moonlight Equipment: Aqua C EV180 skimmer - CR500 calc reactor - Titanium Heater - AquaLogic single Stage Temp Controller - Aquanetics 1/5Hp Chiller - Neptune sys aquacontroller

03-23-2004, 10:39 AM	#33 (permalink)
VINA DEL MAR Torch coral Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NJ Posts: 514 View Gallery Karma Komment	I like the idea of having other members posting at any threads.It gives us the choice to answer,to agree or not too. It will also motivate the members to give their opinions,ask questions,participate and correct our/theirs mistakes. Sometimes having an open threads gives us the opportunity to learn from others members expertises so we could later communicate with them for further questions that we might have. I like brocoli too it gives me the reasons to come here and de-gas!. VINA __________________ 90 gl. reef ready all glass tank,sump capacity 15 gl,2 400 watts radium bulbs,2 03 actinics 110 watts VHO,2 50/50 110 VHO,ozone reactor,sterilizer and the most important of all;Lots of love for my tank!

03-24-2004, 04:03 AM	#37 (permalink)
maffu Limpet Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 127 View Gallery Karma Komment	why are we picking on broccoli? the upside of being able to reply is the exchange of ideas that newbies like me benefit from tremendously. Equally its important to acknowledge that the ppl posting pics should be able to hear the public feedback- which in many cases is complete respect and awe at the achievements of a fellow reefer... it takes a lot to put the evidence of your hardwork and dedication out there for criticism, and as such it would be a shame to deny them the opportunity to get the praise and respect of their peers... the downside of course is pages filled with simple 3 or 4 word responses of praise in between real content I suggest we cant have one without the other... but back to the broccoli... I like it.... and dont get gas... hmm does that mean I win? __________________ Aquamedic perc 90 with upstream fuge

03-26-2004, 03:54 AM	#39 (permalink)
NUGIO Fire Coral Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Moreno Valley,CA Posts: 80 View Gallery Karma Komment	Whats the point if others cant respond to it I voted all can reply __________________ 135g 1200w 10k MH, 260w PC actinic,40g fuge,15g sump,EV-180,mag 18 RTN,5 stage RO/DI.

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