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Alcan · 21 February 2007, 10:29 AM

Catching bits and snatches of posts in this forum recently, I've read the word "points". My take on this is that if a member posts something which one of the mods feels to be inappropriate, he/she is given "points", which I would assume are demerit points. At some point in time these demerit points can accumulate to where the poster is denied further access to the site, or banned.

I would suggest that it would be appropriate for Steve the owner and/or the moderators to address this practice and clarify it, and let the general membership know exactly where they stand at this website. I would further suggest that each member's demerit point status be viewable to him/her, so they can determine whether or not they are treading on that thin ice which none of us see until it breaks under us.

Prince · 21 February 2007, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Alcan

Catching bits and snatches of posts in this forum recently, I've read the word "points"...

Can you be more specific (perhaps citing particular posts) about this, Al. I have never seen this.

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Can you be more specific (perhaps citing particular posts) about this, Al. I have never seen this.

...'cause you haven't received any demerit points yet, tosser!!

Prince · 21 February 2007, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

...'cause you haven't received any demerit points yet, tosser!!

I want to see where this has occurred in other posts, TOSSER!!!

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 10:47 AM

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I want to see where this has occurred in other posts, TOSSER!!!

You cannot see other's posts. One way to find out though.....start using some abusive language all over the forum!!

Prince · 21 February 2007, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

...One way to find out though.....start using some abusive language all over the forum!!

Well, that will never happen. Do YOU have any?

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Well, that will never happen. Do YOU have any?

Demerit points? No!! Abusive language? Plenty!!

Prince · 21 February 2007, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Demerit points? No!! Abusive language? Plenty!!

I'm VERY confused tonight...

You have no demerit points, yet you have used abusive language, yet when you use abusive language, you get demerit points... Sumpin' not right wit dat...

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

I'm VERY confused tonight...

You have no demerit points, yet you have used abusive language, yet when you use abusive language, you get demerit points... Sumpin' not right wit dat...

Prince · 21 February 2007, 10:59 AM

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Yeah! Exactly!!!

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Yeah! Exactly!!!

When Alcan reads this, he's gonna start pulling out his hair by their very roots!!!

We've hijacked his thread to smithereens!!

Launch Mini · 21 February 2007, 11:02 AM

I'm confused also.
You can post a picture of an abusive hand jesture, but cannot use the written words???

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

I'm confused also.
You can post a picture of an abusive hand jesture, but cannot use the written words???

Well I suppose this little fella looks kinda cute...

But writing "ass" would not be as cute!!

amanda · 21 February 2007, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

I'm confused also.
You can post a picture of an abusive hand jesture, but cannot use the written words???

x2

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

I'm confused also.
You can post a picture of an abusive hand jesture, but cannot use the written words???

I don't think we really have any abusive hand gestures in our smiley collection. They are all very acceptable.

On the other hand, abusive language should have a cut-off line, John. Words like "bloody", "damn" and "ass" are being used all the time (I know I'm one of the guilty ones!!)

and I'm sure the mods would accept those.

But if we start using 4 letter words starting with F and C, then I guess this whole place would turn into a fiasco.

On the Jokes & Cartoons section, however, the mods have been very liberal and, in all fairness to them, I've never see even the smuttiest of jokes ever being censored.

Just my take on the whole matter. I mean, we really can't have abusive language flying all over the place. Think how much these lovely young ladies would be blushing!!

mrbieler · 21 February 2007, 11:23 AM

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by mrbieler

Wakey, wakey, tosser....you're missing all the action!!

C.J. · 21 February 2007, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

I'm confused also.
You can post a picture of an abusive hand jesture, but cannot use the written words???

John, are you serious? You mean that one member can continue to take cheap shots and slam another member over and over again. But, when the receiving member finally gets tired of it a picture of a hand gesture is too much in response?

Come on, pal, I expected an awful lot more from you. You're not serious, are you?

Prince · 21 February 2007, 11:33 AM

Hello, Craig.

C.J. · 21 February 2007, 11:34 AM

*

Prince · 21 February 2007, 11:36 AM

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Hi, Allan. How the hell are ya?

I'm pretty damn good, Craig. How about you, my friend?

I'm even better after landing that Root Beer GMT Master II yesterday!

Alcan · 21 February 2007, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

When Alcan reads this, he's gonna start pulling out his hair by their very roots!!!

We've hijacked his thread to smithereens!!

No, J.J., I am not going to pull my hair out. I am, however, suggesting that you and Prince would be doing this thread, and TRF in general, justice by backing off and leaving it to the moderators to respond.

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

John, are you serious? You mean that one member can continue to take cheap shots and slam another member over and over again. But, when the receiving member finally gets tired of it a picture of a hand gesture is too much in response?

Come on, pal, I expected an awful lot more from you. You're not serious, are you?

Right on, Craig!!

BTW, guys, this actually is an artefact at the museum where I worked. A pointer used by Aviators during navigation and bombardment planning during WW II.

Seriously, this is a pointer used for maps!! No kidding, guys!! Cross my heart and hope to die!!

JJ Irani · 21 February 2007, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Alcan

No, J.J., I am not going to pull my hair out. I am, however, suggesting that you and Prince would be doing this thread, and TRF in general, justice by backing off and leaving it to the moderators to respond.

Fair enough, Al....but where the hell's a mod when you need one....as elusive as the bloody cops!!

Alcan · 21 February 2007, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Can you be more specific (perhaps citing particular posts) about this, Al. I have never seen this.

I realize now that the reference wasn't made in an open post but in a PM. Here's the substance of it:

"Atomic was banned after getting demerit points that were awarded without warning, and were not fully explained. I know others have these points as well, including me. When Atomic asked for these points and the system of how they are awarded to be explained, he was told it was “none of his concern.” Not sure how that can be since it affects his membership on TRF. In addition he was told by the mods that he had repeatedly violated forum rules prior to those points be awarded, but he was never told about these supposed prior violations when they happened. He asked to be given examples of this alleged behaviour, and the mods refused to provide it. He was told it was against forum rules to question any decision by the mods, and by doing so he risked being banned."

Prince · 21 February 2007, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Alcan

...I am, however, suggesting that you and Prince would be doing this thread, and TRF in general, justice by backing off and leaving it to the moderators to respond.

I believe I asked you a pertinent question, Al. WHERE have you seen these "points" that you are talking about? I have never seen them. I want to know what you are talking about, that's all. I consider that relevant to this thread. Sorry to offend...

EDIT: I see that you posted immediately prior to this post with additional info. Thank you.

astcell · 21 February 2007, 11:48 AM

And when these points accumulate are they here forever, or do they fall off our record after a month, six months, a year, etc?

Alcan · 21 February 2007, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by astcell

And when these points accumulate are they here forever, or do they fall off our record after a month, six months, a year, etc?

Damned if I know. That's why I posted this in the first place.

steve-o · 21 February 2007, 12:07 PM

Why am I the only one with any Interrigence on this web site????

I'm so ronery, so very ronery...

roadcarver · 21 February 2007, 12:09 PM

I think demerit points are like infractions?

Take a look at this thread link, and scroll down to post #66. You'll see a red rectangular icon coloured bright red. If you mouse over it will state "Received Infraction".

I guess if you receive enough of these you'll get banned?

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...t=13447&page=3

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Originally Posted by Alcan

Damned if I know. That's why I posted this in the first place.

21 February 2007, 10:29 AM	#1
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	An open question to the moderators Catching bits and snatches of posts in this forum recently, I've read the word "points". My take on this is that if a member posts something which one of the mods feels to be inappropriate, he/she is given "points", which I would assume are demerit points. At some point in time these demerit points can accumulate to where the poster is denied further access to the site, or banned. I would suggest that it would be appropriate for Steve the owner and/or the moderators to address this practice and clarify it, and let the general membership know exactly where they stand at this website. I would further suggest that each member's demerit point status be viewable to him/her, so they can determine whether or not they are treading on that thin ice which none of us see until it breaks under us. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

21 February 2007, 11:02 AM	#12
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astcell "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Robert Location: Angelus Oaks, CA Watch: 116713 Posts: 6,828	And when these points accumulate are they here forever, or do they fall off our record after a month, six months, a year, etc?

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