Member rating

[kartracer55]

Has anybody thought about a member rating system? It would have to be independant of post count (because Im a post whore lol). I noticed that a few other boards have 1-5 start system of rating thier members based on info given out. Kind of like rating a thread.

Just a thought

[PAToyota]

Not trying to rain on your parade, but for what reason?

I like coming here, hanging out, and talking about shops. I'm not sure I'd want to turn discussions into a popularity contest...

[js73751]

Could not have said it better myself...

[W-Cummins]

So with 2700 posts, if we base it on the S/N ratio, you may not be happy with your rating.:)
:lol_hitti

William...

[bmwpower]

You can rate threads, but I have no idea if that affects your profile in any way. Maybe the boss can clear things up...

I've seen the same thing on other boards, too. The one thing it would do would be to bring out "problem solvers". One guy has a problem, another guy solves it (You know, like you and Dink used to do. :) ) - he gets 2 points, but another guy comes close to the total solution, so he gets 1 point, etc..

I'm not sure that this type of thing has a place here.

[SCOOTER]

I'm with PA toy......WGAS

[kartracer55]

W-Cummins... take the post you made in the compressor thread. That is some excellent information. I sure as hell couldnt have done that. I think the member rating system would help newer people who dont know much about the members know whos suggestions and information are definetly legitimate.

Just throwing it out there


Jim

[PAToyota]

Don't get me wrong, Kartracer. As I said, I'm not trying to put down your suggestion. Just that I'm not sure that it would accomplish what you're suggesting. Different people would give points for different reasons.

Along that idea, though, how about this: Ryan posts up some of the "noted" threads on the front page. How about a "sticky" post at the top of each division that mods can link to top threads in that division - sort of a FAQ for newer guys?

[kartracer55]

Hmm thats a good idea.

there are a few good compressor threads we have had, some airline threads, there was a BIG cordless drill thread... stuff like that would be good to be able to get to easily instead of having to dig up whenever we need to make a purchase and do a bit of research

Jim

[PAToyota]

Obviously, you can search for stuff. But sometimes it is a matter of knowing what to search for. Like I really dig OldCarGuy's bridge crane, but currently it is the seventh post if I search just on "bridge crane" and you have to know it is in his garage thread...

Although there is then the risk of a "popularity contest" of which garage threads get picked for the "sticky" and so forth... :)

[kartracer55]

Well let me just point out that Luke and I are the only two who have a sticky

:beer:

But seriously... Im taking a break for lunch now so I might just start up a list from stuff in the tool section and Ill post it up for review and editing.

[kartracer55]

Randoms:
Craftsman warranty going away?
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4572

Favorite tools UNDER 20$
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3350


Hand and Power Tools

the LEGENDARY SK Wrench/ Quality control thread
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3247

Best/favorite 3/8 Ratchets
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3768

Opinions on MAC ratchets
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3495
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3165

Selecting a torque wrench (followed by Click vs beam)
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3639
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2980

Torque Wrench storage
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4535

CDI Torque wrenches
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4149

Sk Torque Wrenches
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3992

Craftsman Pro Torque Wrenches
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3040

Looking for a good 1/2" Drill thread
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4418

"whats a good 1/4 air ratchet"
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4310

About Snap on (and others) Industrial Finish tools
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3301
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3103

Engine Building tools (list)
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3315

Craftsman Vs. Truck brands
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2979

Impact Sockets discussion
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2958

Craftsman Screwdriver Opinions
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3989

Infrared digital Thermometer
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3808

Starting a tool collection on a Budget... what does one need?
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3858
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2571

Who makes Napa's hand tools?
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3542

Punches/Chisels discussion
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3033

What drive size sockets should I focus on?
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2791

Ratcheting Wrenches

SK G-Pro opinions/reveiw
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3464

Gear Wrench brand review
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3049

Whats a good ratcheting screwdriver?
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2944

AIR TOOLS

What Size Impact is best?
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2924

In Search of a MONSTER of an Impact gun?
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2805

USA made Viking Air tool Review
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3036



Air compressor/system threads:

Best compressor for the money
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4647

Best compressor UNDER $500
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2790

Air compressor opinions
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3177

The Scoop on the popular IR SS5l5
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2857

Pancake Compressor selection
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4699

Filters/Regulators
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2618

Refrigerated Air dryers
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3504


Tap/Die/Drillbits:

Tap & Die set
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4770]
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3482

Thread chasers (replacing them from sears kit, WTB)
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4656

Drill bit sets
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4136&page=2

Storing Drillbits
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3586


Engineering/Practical Shop Applications:

Torque loss through Extensions and Bits
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4751

Different types of Heat treating
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2799

Spark Plug removal problems
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4863

Glueing Plastic
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4648

Chalking Files
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3967

Working With Plastics and Nylons/Delrin
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3969

Favorite Engine Assembly Lube
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3839

Thread Sealant for cast Iron
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3527

Toolbox Drawer slide lube
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3328

Using a Chopsaw with Aluminum
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3234


Garage Equipment:

Floor Jacks

HF/Import Aluminum Jacks
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4883
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4953
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3366

USA made floor jacks
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4676

Floor jacks
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4327
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4076
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2788

Transmission Jacks
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3622

Tool boxes and Storage

Looking for a Toolbox threads...
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4471

Opinions On craftsman tool box
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3585

Storing Air tools
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4245

Machinery

DeWalt bench grinder Review
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3348

Metal vs Wood bandsaws
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3802

Lathe Maintenance
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3694

TO BE EDITED...

Jim

[Down Under Bloke]

I’m with PAToyota and BMWPower.

In the virtual garage we should all be able to throw around thoughts and ideas without the risk of being ranked badly on a brain failure day. My thought is, ranking was a good discussion to have, but a bad idea. Ironically Kartracer55 could have been ranked badly for this discussion even though it was thought provoking.

:beer: