post dumping in the classifieds

[Wingsfreak9 10+ year member]

i dont like the groan button. it doesnt do my self confidence any good

 

[akheathen Premium Member]

... thanks..... oh, and price is an opinion, really, so who is to say that the product the seller is selling is still on shop walls with a price tag 4x what it's worth nib? i got used to either pm'ing, or just throwing up a reasonable offer. at least it's not like caco, where you can get in trouble for open bartering. also, it has been stated, that stuff like providing some specs, saing it's nice, or glws is at the discresion of the op, but i think asking for pics, or offernig a different price is ok as long as you have a genuine interest in the item. otherwise, report it if someone interested hasn't requested pics already, or move on to the next thread.

 

[Suicide Bobb 5,000+ posts]

would suggesting a different price or some constructive criticism (i.e., need photos, username/date) be considered post dumping?

Yes and no. Yes, if you post it in the thread. No, if you message them and let them know.

 

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If a price is ******* retarded a dump deserved.

And thus an infraction/ban deserved.

 

[Suicide Bobb 5,000+ posts]

i dont like the groan button. it doesnt do my self confidence any good

Me neither. I just don't like the name of it.

 

[Suicide Bobb 5,000+ posts]

... thanks..... oh, and price is an opinion, really, so who is to say that the product the seller is selling is still on shop walls with a price tag 4x what it's worth nib? i got used to either pm'ing, or just throwing up a reasonable offer. at least it's not like caco, where you can get in trouble for open bartering. also, it has been stated, that stuff like providing some specs, saing it's nice, or glws is at the discresion of the op, but i think asking for pics, or offernig a different price is ok as long as you have a genuine interest in the item. otherwise, report it if someone interested hasn't requested pics already, or move on to the next thread.

I agree completely with everything you said. I will reiterate in different words though...

If you say "You need pics or the thread will be deleted" IN THE THREAD (not through PM's), then it's considered a post dump and you will be given an infraction/ban.

If you say "Can I get some pics? I'm very interested in this item", even ITT, it's not a post dump.

Hopefully that makes sense to everybody.

 

[Imtjnotu 5,000+ posts]

Now that I'm back in my groove of reporting classifieds threads that don't follow the rules, I am noticing this more and more. I should be reporting more post dumps than I do, I forget to I guess. Maybe you could edit this post to let people know that they aren't allowed to post "you need to put username/date" or "you need pics and prices", but instead report that issue or message the OP about it? That's even more prevalent than blatant post dumping, but it is still technically in the same category.

 

[sobe3yourself. 10+ year member]

Yes and no. Yes, if you post it in the thread. No, if you message them and let them know.

 

wtf that doesnt increase my post count

 

[Suicide Bobb 5,000+ posts]

I'm not snitching. I'm helping clean up the classifieds and deter scammers by reporting threads without username/date in pics, no price, no pics, poor formatting, etc. I rarely go so far as to check the comments and report post dumps, but I probably should.

It doesn't matter whatever the OP lists the price for his items at, it doesn't affect you, unless it undercuts your price for the same item. Period, end of statement. If you feel the utter conviction to let him know that his price is too high, then take the extra effort to PM him. If not, you will get an infraction. You guys (not just saying this to you) can complain all you want, but that's not gunna change the rules.

There are VERY FEW rules on this forum, less than any car audio forum that I know of (definitely less than DIYMA/CAWKO). Classifieds are very important because it involves money, which these days is more difficult to come by than usual. Scamming is very prevalent on this forum, but less so since more rules have been enforced. The rules for the classifieds are very important. If you guys (not just you, TJ) can't stand the few rules that we have here, then find a better forum. If not, go ahead and try to break them and enjoy a forced vacation.

 

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wtf that doesnt increase my post count

How about saying "GLWS!", then PMing him? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

 

[Imtjnotu 5,000+ posts]

i'm not snitching. I'm helping clean up the classifieds and deter scammers by reporting threads without username/date in pics, no price, no pics, poor formatting, etc. I rarely go so far as to check the comments and report post dumps, but i probably should.
It doesn't matter whatever the op lists the price for his items at, it doesn't affect you, unless it undercuts your price for the same item. Period, end of statement. If you feel the utter conviction to let him know that his price is too high, then take the extra effort to pm him. If not, you will get an infraction. You guys (not just saying this to you) can complain all you want, but that's not gunna change the rules.

There are very few rules on this forum, less than any car audio forum that i know of (definitely less than diyma/cawko). Classifieds are very important because it involves money, which these days is more difficult to come by than usual. Scamming is very prevalent on this forum, but less so since more rules have been enforced. The rules for the classifieds are very important. If you guys (not just you, tj) can't stand the few rules that we have here, then find a better forum. If not, go ahead and try to break them and enjoy a forced vacation.

 

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how about saying "glws!", then pming him? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

ygpm

 

[MikeofTulsa Moderator]

would suggesting a different price or some constructive criticism (i.e., need photos, username/date) be considered post dumping?

yes

If a price is ******* retarded a dump deserved.

good luck with your future ban then.

Yes and no. Yes, if you post it in the thread. No, if you message them and let them know. 

---------- Post added at 11:14 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:13 PM ----------

 

And thus an infraction/ban deserved.

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I agree completely with everything you said. I will reiterate in different words though...
If you say "You need pics or the thread will be deleted" IN THE THREAD (not through PM's), then it's considered a post dump and you will be given an infraction/ban.

If you say "Can I get some pics? I'm very interested in this item", even ITT, it's not a post dump.

Hopefully that makes sense to everybody.

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I'm not snitching. I'm helping clean up the classifieds and deter scammers by reporting threads without username/date in pics, no price, no pics, poor formatting, etc. I rarely go so far as to check the comments and report post dumps, but I probably should.
It doesn't matter whatever the OP lists the price for his items at, it doesn't affect you, unless it undercuts your price for the same item. Period, end of statement. If you feel the utter conviction to let him know that his price is too high, then take the extra effort to PM him. If not, you will get an infraction. You guys (not just saying this to you) can complain all you want, but that's not gunna change the rules.

There are VERY FEW rules on this forum, less than any car audio forum that I know of (definitely less than DIYMA/CAWKO). Classifieds are very important because it involves money, which these days is more difficult to come by than usual. Scamming is very prevalent on this forum, but less so since more rules have been enforced. The rules for the classifieds are very important. If you guys (not just you, TJ) can't stand the few rules that we have here, then find a better forum. If not, go ahead and try to break them and enjoy a forced vacation.

 

---------- Post added at 11:40 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:39 PM ----------

 

How about saying "GLWS!", then PMing him? //content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

and this

 

[Suicide Bobb 5,000+ posts]

Gee, that's a lot of this'! What do I win?

 

[MikeofTulsa Moderator]

my love and affection.

 

[whitedragon551 5,000+ posts]

Ive already banned one guy this morning for post dumping and continued harassment in the classified section. Ill be willing to make my list longer right along side Holic if I need to.

 

[Suicide Bobb 5,000+ posts]

I'm 'bout to run out of thanks lol

 

[audioholic 5,000+ posts]

If a price is ******* retarded a dump deserved.

And when your blatant disregard is ******* retarded, a ban is deserved.

Perhaps my general warning wasn't specific enough for you... I came very close to banning you over one single thread last night that you not only post dumped multiple times, but you were rude as hell about it the whole way. Much like your attitude here. Go ahead, feel free to keep up your tough-guy attitude, I'll be glad to send you packing.