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KEL · 08-11-2009, 03:14 PM

What are "reputation points" ?

**wancosc356** · 08-11-2009, 03:22 PM

Its a way for someone to say thanks or give you props. For helping them out. For good info. Or just because. All u have to do is click on the little white scale next to someones online status in the box to the left. Or....you could give them negative reputation. For bad info. Being rude. Whatever the case may be.

KEL · 08-11-2009, 03:26 PM

thanks
noticed it today for the first time

Jim_PA · 08-11-2009, 03:29 PM

us useless a-holes stay with one lonely block for a long time

**wancosc356** · 08-11-2009, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KEL

thanks
noticed it today for the first time

No problem. See, u could give me rep points for telling u about them. haha. just messing with ya.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim_PA

us useless a-holes stay with one lonely block for a long time

Thats right!

my67chevytruck · 08-11-2009, 03:58 PM

WHAT! we have useless A-holes here?

**wancosc356** · 08-11-2009, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by my67chevytruck

WHAT! we have useless A-holes here?

/\ Coming from the guy with 3 green blocks.

Ok. Maybe not useless, but A-holes the least.

BAGNDRAGIT · 08-11-2009, 04:34 PM

i didnt think we were that bad

but ill just agree....

Longhorn Man · 08-11-2009, 04:36 PM

this worthless a hole is moving the thread to general discussion.

Oh... and points given!

attack eagle · 08-11-2009, 04:36 PM

They started as a way of separating the wheat from the chaff... in the online world. Lots of bad info being spread about, who do you trust, etc.

Problem with it was someone who was out going, popular, etc would get lots of points... even if they knew very little. And when it was new (7 years ago?) people would go point crazy for a while giving points for every complimentary response.

Then you'd have your curmudgeonly cave trolls like myself stating good info, but the bad info from others with high rep points was perpetrated.

Now "rep points" are generally not used. You can, but most people ignore them. Post count is one way to judge a person's resolution, as is join date, funny things under their names, etc.
The best thing to do, however, is just research and don't stop on the first thread you find or the first answer. If all you find via Google is one good answer in many places from any people... you probably got some good info to go ahead with.

augie · 08-11-2009, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

this worthless a hole is moving the thread to general discussion.

Oh... and points given!

And this worthless a-hole is gonna keep passing it it along to "Site Feedback", where you can find many many threads on this subject, plus lots of other site questions you may have always wondered.

Oh and points given...or at least tried and denied..sorry LHM.

Bamm · 08-11-2009, 06:08 PM

Hey Andy, couldn't you and Augie cash in some of your "reputation points" for a duffel bag or a food processor by now? LOL

Bamm!

Longhorn Man · 08-12-2009, 03:46 PM

hmmmmm... thats a good idea.

Jim_PA · 08-12-2009, 05:41 PM

I love you guys, in a non-homo sexual way.

Cyclone44 · 08-12-2009, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bamm

Hey Andy, couldn't you and Augie cash in some of your "reputation points" for a duffel bag or a food processor by now? LOL

Bamm!

I would like to see all the stuff (junk) that is available......

**wancosc356** · 08-12-2009, 07:02 PM

Me too! Im sure I would only be eligible for a sticker, but Id take it!

***Liz*** · 08-13-2009, 12:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KEL

What are "reputation points" ?

In all honesty, its an abused system that is nothing but a joke. We had removed it for a few years once due to the "rep abuse" (sounds funny, I know) and are considering removing it again. At this point folks give out rep to say hi! or haha your turn etc.. its silly. I have to view the rep quarterly, to remove false negatives etc. The reasons folks give rep are funny....

anyway, rep is what it is, but likely won't be for much longer

augie · 08-13-2009, 01:28 AM

OK I wanna turn in my points for something before you get rid of them...I'm thinking the cool ac/dc mirror on the top shelf, no stuffed animals please.

***Liz*** · 08-14-2009, 01:31 AM

sorry the only prizes we have left are insync cds

my67chevytruck · 08-14-2009, 06:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Liz

sorry the only prizes we have left are insync cds

ETsC10 · 08-14-2009, 08:01 AM

Personally, I like them.

Amongst all the chaff, there may be a few gems that represent recognition from our peers for that selfless good deed or the sharing of bits of wisdom without looking for a reward in return.

…besides…I’m curious to see if some of those long rows of green squares force the system to hit
the enter key and start a second row!

Golly, just what might come after being dubbed a “Reputation Wh*re?” ... inquiring minds want to know ...

redneckgirl · 08-14-2009, 08:03 AM

N'Sync cds...hmmm...think I'll pass. I usually only give points when someone is truely deserving of them.... But they are given out for the sake of giving them out...

Longhorn Man · 08-18-2009, 11:13 PM

liz and jacki are 100% correct!
rep given to both

just kidding

08-11-2009, 03:14 PM	#1
KEL 72 GMC Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wells, Maine Posts: 535	Reputation points What are "reputation points" ?

08-11-2009, 03:22 PM	#2
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: Reputation points Its a way for someone to say thanks or give you props. For helping them out. For good info. Or just because. All u have to do is click on the little white scale next to someones online status in the box to the left. Or....you could give them negative reputation. For bad info. Being rude. Whatever the case may be. __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152 Last edited by wancosc356; 08-11-2009 at 03:22 PM.

08-11-2009, 03:26 PM	#3
KEL 72 GMC Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wells, Maine Posts: 535	Re: Reputation points thanks noticed it today for the first time

08-11-2009, 03:29 PM	#4
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: Reputation points us useless a-holes stay with one lonely block for a long time

08-11-2009, 03:58 PM	#6
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Reputation points WHAT! we have useless A-holes here? __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

08-11-2009, 04:34 PM	#8
BAGNDRAGIT Just Not Low Enough! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 525	Re: Reputation points i didnt think we were that bad but ill just agree.... __________________ NEED ELECTRICAL HELP? ASK ME! 67-72 Full Wiring Diagrams Lots Of Info, TAKE A LOOK 1967 Chevy C-10 Shortbox Bagged 327 4spd Previous: 1971 Chevy C-10 Short Sep I6 Auto (Traded) 1973 Chevy C-20 THE REDNECK BATTLE TRUCK 2001 Chevy Silverado 2Dr 5.3L Shortbox. R.I.P. 1969 Volkswagen Bug This is my first meeting, I have a horsepower problem.

08-11-2009, 04:36 PM	#9
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Reputation points this worthless a hole is moving the thread to general discussion. Oh... and points given!

08-11-2009, 04:36 PM	#10
attack eagle Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: El Paso TX Posts: 76	Re: Reputation points They started as a way of separating the wheat from the chaff... in the online world. Lots of bad info being spread about, who do you trust, etc. Problem with it was someone who was out going, popular, etc would get lots of points... even if they knew very little. And when it was new (7 years ago?) people would go point crazy for a while giving points for every complimentary response. Then you'd have your curmudgeonly cave trolls like myself stating good info, but the bad info from others with high rep points was perpetrated. Now "rep points" are generally not used. You can, but most people ignore them. Post count is one way to judge a person's resolution, as is join date, funny things under their names, etc. The best thing to do, however, is just research and don't stop on the first thread you find or the first answer. If all you find via Google is one good answer in many places from any people... you probably got some good info to go ahead with.

08-11-2009, 06:08 PM	#12
Bamm Cowboy Fan for Life!!!!!! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Amelia, Virginia Posts: 2,921	Re: Reputation points Hey Andy, couldn't you and Augie cash in some of your "reputation points" for a duffel bag or a food processor by now? LOL Bamm! __________________ 1967 ShortBed Fleetside 3/4 Drop 350/700R4 Tilt wheel 18 x 8 Torque Thrust II's Future mods: All new gauges & wood bed My Zip is 23002 I ship UPS, USPS

08-12-2009, 03:46 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Reputation points hmmmmm... thats a good idea.

08-12-2009, 05:41 PM	#14
Jim_PA Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 2,696	Re: Reputation points I love you guys, in a non-homo sexual way.

08-12-2009, 07:02 PM	#16
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: Reputation points Me too! Im sure I would only be eligible for a sticker, but Id take it! __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152

08-13-2009, 01:28 AM	#18
augie Waiting for Paul to Open Safe Join Date: May 2005 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 4,570	Re: Reputation points OK I wanna turn in my points for something before you get rid of them...I'm thinking the cool ac/dc mirror on the top shelf, no stuffed animals please. __________________ Norwood Survivor http://squarebody.net

08-14-2009, 01:31 AM	#19
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,821	Re: Reputation points sorry the only prizes we have left are insync cds

08-14-2009, 08:01 AM	#21
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: Reputation points Personally, I like them. Amongst all the chaff, there may be a few gems that represent recognition from our peers for that selfless good deed or the sharing of bits of wisdom without looking for a reward in return. …besides…I’m curious to see if some of those long rows of green squares force the system to hit the enter key and start a second row! Golly, just what might come after being dubbed a “Reputation Whre?” ... inquiring minds want to know* ... Last edited by ETsC10; 08-14-2009 at 08:01 AM.



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08-14-2009, 08:03 AM	#22
redneckgirl Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bel Air, Maryland Posts: 4,853	Re: Reputation points N'Sync cds...hmmm...think I'll pass. I usually only give points when someone is truely deserving of them.... But they are given out for the sake of giving them out... __________________ The place where you made your stand never mattered. Only that you were there... and still on your feet. Stephen King

08-18-2009, 11:13 PM	#23
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Reputation points liz and jacki are 100% correct! rep given to both just kidding

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