PassionFords Future... Everyones Input Welcome....
#41
Advanced PassionFord User
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Beds
Posts: 2,376
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Nope no real problems here
Only sugestion i would make (probably unpopular )
is to allow non members to sell, just cause they wont/cant pay dont mean they might not have some good stuff for sale.
A year nearly down the line and I recon all the people (excluding new members obv) that r gonna pay have done so, and recon all (except one i think i read) r still willing to pay again, recon most of the above either genuinly cant afford to or just aint gonna no matter what unless u make it a totaly members only site and pretty sure Stu and Pet dont want to ever do that
Mo
Only sugestion i would make (probably unpopular )
is to allow non members to sell, just cause they wont/cant pay dont mean they might not have some good stuff for sale.
A year nearly down the line and I recon all the people (excluding new members obv) that r gonna pay have done so, and recon all (except one i think i read) r still willing to pay again, recon most of the above either genuinly cant afford to or just aint gonna no matter what unless u make it a totaly members only site and pretty sure Stu and Pet dont want to ever do that
Mo
#43
Im happy with the way things are
But may I suggest you ask people how much they want to donate
Obviously £20 being the minimum amount , but for instance when I donated you didnt give me a chance to say I wanted to donate more
But may I suggest you ask people how much they want to donate
Obviously £20 being the minimum amount , but for instance when I donated you didnt give me a chance to say I wanted to donate more
#45
I've found that life I needed.. It's HERE!!
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Out in the sticks
Posts: 1,115
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
i'm happy with the site if not i would not post here when donations are due again (if there is a set date when there due) i will be donating this time as i'm sure we all understand that web sites do need funding , and i think the most of us have found a home here with many people that are willing to offer there help and advice.
Top job
Top job
#46
Too many posts.. I need a life!!
Join Date: May 2004
Location: On your IPC$
Posts: 695
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Re: PassionFords Future... Everyones Input Welcome....
Originally Posted by Stu @ M Developments
1) Are you happy with it as it is?
2) If youve contributed, will you be doing so again?
3) Any suggestions to raise money other ways?
2) If youve contributed, will you be doing so again?
3) Any suggestions to raise money other ways?
2) if needed yes.. just paid a few weeks ago .. how long does 20 quid last anyway ?
3) PF t-shirts,PF coffee mugs, PF mousepads, PF dvd with all the movies posted, PF miniskirts etc..
#47
Advanced PassionFord User
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Workin on the car , or workin the missus
Posts: 2,442
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Top job stu and pet , ( and Mods !! )
Happy to contribute , Banner is worth the money also , Think im due to renew in oct ??
Let me know when its time fella !
Happy to contribute , Banner is worth the money also , Think im due to renew in oct ??
Let me know when its time fella !
#48
Wahay!! I've lost my Virginity!!
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: northants
Posts: 73
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
brilliant site
pf has got me right back into cossies and now have another, even tho it has the dreaded saffy rot
the topics and people on here are great
you will see my £20 very soon
pf has got me right back into cossies and now have another, even tho it has the dreaded saffy rot
the topics and people on here are great
you will see my £20 very soon
#50
PassionFord Post Whore!!
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Middle of Nowhere
Posts: 6,220
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
i wasnt sure wether i would contribute agian a while ago, but when i thought about it logically, it made proper sense really, Thanks to the technical help i got on this site i was able to solve a prob on my track car and reackon i saved a lot more than £20 as it would have cost me more than that to get someone to fix. So for techi type probs then the resources available to all here are tops and cant be beat, (thanks to the input of the users,) (plus you have good tuners on here as well, like yourself and Karl etc, who always seem willing to help where possible) which is why i try to help others if i possibly can, and will be alot more involved in the PF and RS meets once my car is running,
So deffo will be contributing again, and besides every ford peep i speak to i send this way as well.
I do have one problem tho, why cant the PF logo be red, cos then it would match the colour scheme of my car
So deffo will be contributing again, and besides every ford peep i speak to i send this way as well.
I do have one problem tho, why cant the PF logo be red, cos then it would match the colour scheme of my car
#52
Too many posts.. I need a life!!
iTrader: (2)
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: leicester
Posts: 884
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by zvhturbo
I was under the impression that when you paid for Gold Member ship it was a lifetime subscription?
Although i'd gladly pay for the privalage again.
Perhaps worth charging to advertise your car and/or parts will help raise funds to keep the site going.
Although for example only a £1 charge per post in parts for sale i'm sure most regulars will be more than happy with that for the service, and a online payment scheme will make it very easy.
Although i'd gladly pay for the privalage again.
Perhaps worth charging to advertise your car and/or parts will help raise funds to keep the site going.
Although for example only a £1 charge per post in parts for sale i'm sure most regulars will be more than happy with that for the service, and a online payment scheme will make it very easy.
#54
Im definately interested in paying, the only reason i havent yet is cuz iv only been visiting 4 a few weeks now n im skint til payday!!
Every1 so far has commented on paying 2post in the 4sale section when a lot of non paying members can also sell items by replying 2 posts in the wanted section!!
Just an idea which a lot will disagree with but y not either have all areas of the For sale and wanted area 2 be members only to make it fair for the paying members only to be able to sell at all? OR Charge a small fee for postin in either of the for sale or wanted items such as £1 or £2.
I still like the online auction type idea by *RUDEY* https://passionford.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=61958
Every1 so far has commented on paying 2post in the 4sale section when a lot of non paying members can also sell items by replying 2 posts in the wanted section!!
Just an idea which a lot will disagree with but y not either have all areas of the For sale and wanted area 2 be members only to make it fair for the paying members only to be able to sell at all? OR Charge a small fee for postin in either of the for sale or wanted items such as £1 or £2.
I still like the online auction type idea by *RUDEY* https://passionford.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=61958
#57
Virgin
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: jersey channel islands
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
i think that this site is great mate and i would love to contribute. how about selling passion ford stickers orkeyrings or something or giving stickers to those who contribute as an incentive.
i will be at ford fair (coming all the way from jersey) see you all there!
i will be at ford fair (coming all the way from jersey) see you all there!
#58
K155MYRS
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: NYC @ work NJ @ home
Posts: 4,371
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'll be chucking in my 20 quid or +/-$37 (depending on the exchange rate ) I've Met great friends, had great conversations, and arguments along with some really funny as hell bantar! (deano, your still gay) So yeah, this is my home away from home!
I won't be at Ford Fair, but will Be at Nat Day, and I'm coming from Jersey Too!!!, New Jersey in the US!
Originally Posted by greyrs
i will be at ford fair (coming all the way from jersey) see you all there!
#59
Advanced PassionFord User
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Bristol / Solihull
Posts: 2,136
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I think its fine the way it is to be honest! ill be contributing £20 when i get round to it! well worth it IMO if it keeps the site afloat!
good work pet, stu and the mods!
good work pet, stu and the mods!
#60
Advanced PassionFord User
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Kent
Posts: 1,907
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
well as im a poor jobless bum at the mo i cant afford to be contributing towards the site yet but as soon as the dollar situation is all sorted my score will be well on its way to whoever it needs to go to!!
top notch site, well done to stu and pet and all the mods, a job well done all of ya should be proud of yourselves and what you do
i personally dont think that anythign should change on here fellas
top notch site, well done to stu and pet and all the mods, a job well done all of ya should be proud of yourselves and what you do
i personally dont think that anythign should change on here fellas
#61
I've found that life I needed.. It's HERE!!
Basically:
1) Are you happy with it as it is?
YES
2) If youve contributed, will you be doing so again?
YES
3) Any suggestions to raise money other ways?
Maybe group trackdays,local shows, merchandise and also have a donation account that if anyone feels generous they can put a bit of money
1) Are you happy with it as it is?
YES
2) If youve contributed, will you be doing so again?
YES
3) Any suggestions to raise money other ways?
Maybe group trackdays,local shows, merchandise and also have a donation account that if anyone feels generous they can put a bit of money
#62
Too many posts.. I need a life!!
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: midlands / Essex
Posts: 876
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I think this forum is a breath of fresh air compared to most and is not as elitist as the rival bb, i willingly pay my £20 coz it is nice to know i am doing my bit to keep this social gathering alive, i admit i would love to see a passion ford show coz there is certainly enough interest for it,
Keep up the good work mods, and let's keep this thing going
Keep up the good work mods, and let's keep this thing going
#63
Testing the future
i think that it is a shame that individuals are having to contribute towards the running of the board. the stats surely show the popularity of the board, and it is my belief that this popularity should be able to generate enough revenue through advertising.
if this is definately not viable, then it is very commendable that the users of the board like it so much that they are willing to pay out of their own pockets. but i would like to know that the marketing has been properly done before i pay a contribution. who can do this marketing? that's a good question.
if it came down to it again, and the board was going to go under unless everyone contributed, personally i still would not. yes, it is a fantastic board, and i love coming on here. but it wouldn't be the end of my world if it went down. sorry to say it, but it's not the most important thing in my life. i cannot justify spending money on an internet site, whether it be passionford or passionslutswrestlinginchocolate. there is enough free content on the net to keep me amused if i want to spend some time on it. otherwise, i've got plenty of other things to do.
it seems to me that some people who have paid are quick to post and show their 'gold status' to those that haven't. it's like a chav's great big gold chain worn outside the t-shirt
to answer the questions:
1) yes. it sounds cynical, but as long as i can use the majority of board without paying then i am happy.
2) see above
3) i have made a few suggestions on the other posts: trackdays, merchandise, collection bucket at events, advertising, summer BBQ, Xmas dinner.
if this is definately not viable, then it is very commendable that the users of the board like it so much that they are willing to pay out of their own pockets. but i would like to know that the marketing has been properly done before i pay a contribution. who can do this marketing? that's a good question.
if it came down to it again, and the board was going to go under unless everyone contributed, personally i still would not. yes, it is a fantastic board, and i love coming on here. but it wouldn't be the end of my world if it went down. sorry to say it, but it's not the most important thing in my life. i cannot justify spending money on an internet site, whether it be passionford or passionslutswrestlinginchocolate. there is enough free content on the net to keep me amused if i want to spend some time on it. otherwise, i've got plenty of other things to do.
it seems to me that some people who have paid are quick to post and show their 'gold status' to those that haven't. it's like a chav's great big gold chain worn outside the t-shirt
to answer the questions:
1) yes. it sounds cynical, but as long as i can use the majority of board without paying then i am happy.
2) see above
3) i have made a few suggestions on the other posts: trackdays, merchandise, collection bucket at events, advertising, summer BBQ, Xmas dinner.
#64
andy_patrick04,
Just an idea which a lot will disagree with but y not either have all areas of the For sale and wanted area 2 be members only to make it fair for the paying members only to be able to sell at all?
Just an idea which a lot will disagree with but y not either have all areas of the For sale and wanted area 2 be members only to make it fair for the paying members only to be able to sell at all?
greyrs,
i think that this site is great mate and i would love to contribute. how about selling passion ford stickers orkeyrings or something or giving stickers to those who contribute as an incentive.
i think that this site is great mate and i would love to contribute. how about selling passion ford stickers orkeyrings or something or giving stickers to those who contribute as an incentive.
RichardPON,
I'd pay £20 to use the technical essays forum alone!
I'd pay £20 to use the technical essays forum alone!
BlueSmoke,
Well on the other topic Phil had said he'd do the content stuff if you'd let him Stu. That would be good. I'm out of fresh money making ideas at the moment though! Will keep trying to come up with stuff!
Well on the other topic Phil had said he'd do the content stuff if you'd let him Stu. That would be good. I'm out of fresh money making ideas at the moment though! Will keep trying to come up with stuff!
brad,
gotta say i was getting a little pissed off with all the bickering and arguments from some of the supposedly "top tuners" its fookin pathetic and maybee someone should look into that side of things while the sites in discussion
gotta say i was getting a little pissed off with all the bickering and arguments from some of the supposedly "top tuners" its fookin pathetic and maybee someone should look into that side of things while the sites in discussion
soulweavers,
On site I am administrator:
First all posts over 90 days are delete.
Second donations asked for, no amount too small.
On site I am administrator:
First all posts over 90 days are delete.
Second donations asked for, no amount too small.
Donations were considered but i personally thought that may have caused friction between the folk who paid lots and the folk who only wanted to donate, say £1. I dont know really... its tricky. I also have to keep track of how much goes into administration / paperwork / credit card surcharges etc and know whats left to put towards hosting, ands with a set amount thats easy, its approx £15 of the £20....
redcossie,
top site but sorry got no money,,,,,,,,
top site but sorry got no money,,,,,,,,
PhilM,
Seems to be quiet political here these days, as someone else pointed out on another thread (i forget who)....seems to be less and less decent technical discussion to read on here by all people.
Seems to be quiet political here these days, as someone else pointed out on another thread (i forget who)....seems to be less and less decent technical discussion to read on here by all people.
PhilM,
I donated this time last year and am glad I did, but I dont think I will be again.
I donated this time last year and am glad I did, but I dont think I will be again.
In fact, thank you ALL for any help you have given, financial or otherwise.
Eagle,
ok ...one problem ... but ... there are not enough moderators online sometimes.... but thats about it ...
ok ...one problem ... but ... there are not enough moderators online sometimes.... but thats about it ...
The Rapid 1,
Only sugestion i would make (probably unpopular )
is to allow non members to sell, just cause they wont/cant pay dont mean they might not have some good stuff for sale.
Only sugestion i would make (probably unpopular )
is to allow non members to sell, just cause they wont/cant pay dont mean they might not have some good stuff for sale.
Deano,
Obviously £20 being the minimum amount , but for instance when I donated you didnt give me a chance to say I wanted to donate more
Obviously £20 being the minimum amount , but for instance when I donated you didnt give me a chance to say I wanted to donate more
turbinator,
2) if needed yes.. just paid a few weeks ago .. how long does 20 quid last anyway ?
3) PF t-shirts,PF coffee mugs, PF mousepads, PF dvd with all the movies posted, PF miniskirts etc..
2) if needed yes.. just paid a few weeks ago .. how long does 20 quid last anyway ?
3) PF t-shirts,PF coffee mugs, PF mousepads, PF dvd with all the movies posted, PF miniskirts etc..
Hi,
Everyone who contributed should have recieved an invoice from me. The date on the invoice is your starting date and the contribution is towards one years hosting of PF. So i guess 1 year from the invoice date we would appreciate your help again.
T-shirts etc etc are all available now but so far have been a cost covering only excersize by Tony, who has gone way way above the call of duty in the amount of time and effort he has devoted to passionFord, the man truly is a STAR. Il make enquiries as to when the shops opening and see if we can keep you all informed.
Gra,
I do have one problem tho, why cant the PF logo be red, cos then it would match the colour scheme of my car
I do have one problem tho, why cant the PF logo be red, cos then it would match the colour scheme of my car
But seriously, im sure someone like Pet can make a Red logo for this very reason if people really want it Thanks for the other kind words Gra, appreciated. :
Phew... that was a mission at this time of morning.. keep it up guys, your help is valuable in keeping us at the top and GROWING!!
#65
PassionFord Post Whore!!
Join Date: May 2003
Location: Essex
Posts: 7,959
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Stu & Pet
Ya website is fooking superb chaps
I can't say that I can think of anything ya need to change!!
All I can say though is thanks for letting us use your name for our club night meets cos they are now fooking HUGE and growing all the time and everyone enjoys emselves cheers!!
Top site and keep up the good work
x x x
Ya website is fooking superb chaps
I can't say that I can think of anything ya need to change!!
All I can say though is thanks for letting us use your name for our club night meets cos they are now fooking HUGE and growing all the time and everyone enjoys emselves cheers!!
Top site and keep up the good work
x x x
#68
A more usefull answer is here in the stickies
https://passionford.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=45390
In a nutshell, here is a copy of one of teh posts:
Hope that helps.
https://passionford.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=45390
In a nutshell, here is a copy of one of teh posts:
Originally Posted by Stu @ M Developments
Gold Membership:
As most of you know, PassionFord is professionally hosted and is hosted on a package with unlimited potential to do what we do best... to grow!! We have a 20MBPS line and a dedicated server, so performance is never an issue!!
However, That hosting is very expensive and has been subsidised by our very generous "Gold Members" and as a result, a contributors benefit scheme is now in place.
Contributors benefits are as follows:
1) "Gold Member" logo under your username to show you have contributed to PassionFords future. (If you want one)
2) 100% access to Adult and games forums.
3) The ability to POST items for sale in the following sales forums.
Ford RS Cosworth parts for sale
Ford RS Turbo parts for sale
Ford Rs Parts For Sale (Not cosworth, or Cvh Turbo)
Ford XR Parts for sale
Ford Non RS / XR parts for sale
Non Ford parts & other stuff for sale
Alloy wheels for sale
I.C.E For sale
4) Some of the Group buys, and some of the raffles etc, will be contributors only.
5) Adult rooms are for contributors only.
6) Games room is for Contributors only.
7) Major changes to PF may be discussed in the contributors room so you can have YOUR input on things.
8) Future features may be for contributors only.
9) Larger discount with our club insurance scheme.(12.5%)
A list of current contributors that have given their £20 is always publically available here in usergroups: https://passionford.com/forum/groupcp.php
If you feel you would like to Contribute £20 to PassionFord and become a Gold member for 1year, i find contributions with credit card are easiest.
This can be done via telephone, Pm or E-Mail if your ok with that:
If Mail or PM, don’t forget to include your:
Username
Real name
Address
Tel no
Credit/debit card number
Exp date
Valid from date
last 4 digits of number on back of card too
Or by calling me on 01253 508400 which is more secure obviously!!
Cheques, BACS and cash are of course fine too.
If cheque/cash is your preffered method, please send to:
Motorsport Developments.
Unit 3F, Moor Park Ind Est
Kincraig Road
Bispham
Blackpool
Lancs
FY2 0HF
Cheques should be made payable to "Motorsport Developments please
Id like to stress that contributions are NOT mandatory, but are gratefully received as PassionFord is not cheap to run.. Its become a victim of its own success im afraid folks! But hey, that must be a good thing No?
As most of you know, PassionFord is professionally hosted and is hosted on a package with unlimited potential to do what we do best... to grow!! We have a 20MBPS line and a dedicated server, so performance is never an issue!!
However, That hosting is very expensive and has been subsidised by our very generous "Gold Members" and as a result, a contributors benefit scheme is now in place.
Contributors benefits are as follows:
1) "Gold Member" logo under your username to show you have contributed to PassionFords future. (If you want one)
2) 100% access to Adult and games forums.
3) The ability to POST items for sale in the following sales forums.
Ford RS Cosworth parts for sale
Ford RS Turbo parts for sale
Ford Rs Parts For Sale (Not cosworth, or Cvh Turbo)
Ford XR Parts for sale
Ford Non RS / XR parts for sale
Non Ford parts & other stuff for sale
Alloy wheels for sale
I.C.E For sale
4) Some of the Group buys, and some of the raffles etc, will be contributors only.
5) Adult rooms are for contributors only.
6) Games room is for Contributors only.
7) Major changes to PF may be discussed in the contributors room so you can have YOUR input on things.
8) Future features may be for contributors only.
9) Larger discount with our club insurance scheme.(12.5%)
A list of current contributors that have given their £20 is always publically available here in usergroups: https://passionford.com/forum/groupcp.php
If you feel you would like to Contribute £20 to PassionFord and become a Gold member for 1year, i find contributions with credit card are easiest.
This can be done via telephone, Pm or E-Mail if your ok with that:
If Mail or PM, don’t forget to include your:
Username
Real name
Address
Tel no
Credit/debit card number
Exp date
Valid from date
last 4 digits of number on back of card too
Or by calling me on 01253 508400 which is more secure obviously!!
Cheques, BACS and cash are of course fine too.
If cheque/cash is your preffered method, please send to:
Motorsport Developments.
Unit 3F, Moor Park Ind Est
Kincraig Road
Bispham
Blackpool
Lancs
FY2 0HF
Cheques should be made payable to "Motorsport Developments please
Id like to stress that contributions are NOT mandatory, but are gratefully received as PassionFord is not cheap to run.. Its become a victim of its own success im afraid folks! But hey, that must be a good thing No?
#70
PassionFord Post Troll
Absolutly top site and I am happy to help out as some of the info I get from here has helped me out and some has just had me PMSL and its not just cossie or RS oriantated cheers to all involved with this top site
#75
Nout to change in my opinion, will get £20 out as soon as I get my lazy arse round to it.
Truly adictive and helpful site, well laid out, my only problem is that I never seem to get any work done as I'm always poping on here!!
£20, that's cheap, cost alot more to advertise in the trader and with less directed viewers and less personal sales, at least people can view various shots of motors, parts, etc and ask the seller questions and get info, also see the amount of interest generated in a particular item (instead of the "got someone else looking at it in an hour mate, dead keen" line or the "someones on the phone offering me full asking price without seeing it..." bollocks).
I say keep up the good work, be alot of lost and bored people if this site ended, me included.
Top job
Truly adictive and helpful site, well laid out, my only problem is that I never seem to get any work done as I'm always poping on here!!
£20, that's cheap, cost alot more to advertise in the trader and with less directed viewers and less personal sales, at least people can view various shots of motors, parts, etc and ask the seller questions and get info, also see the amount of interest generated in a particular item (instead of the "got someone else looking at it in an hour mate, dead keen" line or the "someones on the phone offering me full asking price without seeing it..." bollocks).
I say keep up the good work, be alot of lost and bored people if this site ended, me included.
Top job
#77
PassionFord's crazy fool!
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Posts: 7,102
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Stu, was just thinking, maybe a £10 silver membership scheme for those who don't want to shell out £20? Not really thought about what features you could offer with this, just trying to come up with alternatives.
#78
Originally Posted by BlueSmoke
Stu, was just thinking, maybe a £10 silver membership scheme for those who don't want to shell out £20? Not really thought about what features you could offer with this, just trying to come up with alternatives.
#80
Too many posts.. I need a life!!
Join Date: May 2004
Location: somewhere
Posts: 975
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
wen i get paid il deffo be contributing, ive learnt alot form peeps on here, and would like to give something back..
But as a suggestion id say a donation facility like photobucket has for example,the free choice 2 give wateva u want wen u want..
But as a suggestion id say a donation facility like photobucket has for example,the free choice 2 give wateva u want wen u want..