Longhorn
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In the posts below is a conversation between Longhorn and myself regarding me moderating a classified ad.
Although it started out with us being on different sides after a few PM's we realized we both had valid comments.
With that in mind we are bringing the question to you the members of the site so get your input.
This is not a cut and dry issue, but there are a couple of simple questions that need to be answered, however there is a lot of input that you may want to add that is not included in the Poll so please post your thoughts on this thread.
One part that will always be moderated is fighting and threats.
I completely agree with Longhorn that the following information should be included on all posts"
Longhorn - it's an open forum and questions and the bantering between peeps allow a potential buyer to become more educated and make a more informed decision. I would say it like this:
I feel that the entire point of an open forum is to have the chance and ability to see and hear what other members think and/or feel about the item offered. Perhaps I am interested in an item, but see 3--4 members saying that this is a good/bad price, or perhaps a good/bad year for an engine, etc, I value those comments. I agree that fighting must be moderated, but comments even though they may offend the seller at time, may possibly benefit the buyer who should also have his rights represented in these ads.
Sledbunnyracing - replies should be related to the shape of the item, age, miles etc but that your "opinion" on the shape or price etc is not needed and only stirs the pot to bring in more peeps to bash the seller. Ask yourself this question: Do I want to be hounded by peeps wanting to bash me about my ad?.
It is our desire to keep the site friendly so you will want to sell your items here. If you feel bashed you will not put your item on the site. I've had enough feedback from peeps unhappy with the bashing on ads that I would like to clean this up a bit.
***snowandmud.com the site, the owner or the moderators are not responsible for the item or payment you receive. We only facilitate a location to advertise that item. This is a buyers beware market.
Although it started out with us being on different sides after a few PM's we realized we both had valid comments.
With that in mind we are bringing the question to you the members of the site so get your input.
This is not a cut and dry issue, but there are a couple of simple questions that need to be answered, however there is a lot of input that you may want to add that is not included in the Poll so please post your thoughts on this thread.
One part that will always be moderated is fighting and threats.
I completely agree with Longhorn that the following information should be included on all posts"
- Pics - Important as we want to 'see' what you are selling
- Price
- Year
- Make
- Model
- Firm or OBO...if OBO dont be offended by offers
Longhorn - it's an open forum and questions and the bantering between peeps allow a potential buyer to become more educated and make a more informed decision. I would say it like this:
I feel that the entire point of an open forum is to have the chance and ability to see and hear what other members think and/or feel about the item offered. Perhaps I am interested in an item, but see 3--4 members saying that this is a good/bad price, or perhaps a good/bad year for an engine, etc, I value those comments. I agree that fighting must be moderated, but comments even though they may offend the seller at time, may possibly benefit the buyer who should also have his rights represented in these ads.
Sledbunnyracing - replies should be related to the shape of the item, age, miles etc but that your "opinion" on the shape or price etc is not needed and only stirs the pot to bring in more peeps to bash the seller. Ask yourself this question: Do I want to be hounded by peeps wanting to bash me about my ad?.
It is our desire to keep the site friendly so you will want to sell your items here. If you feel bashed you will not put your item on the site. I've had enough feedback from peeps unhappy with the bashing on ads that I would like to clean this up a bit.
***snowandmud.com the site, the owner or the moderators are not responsible for the item or payment you receive. We only facilitate a location to advertise that item. This is a buyers beware market.
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