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 vanderaj
A.k.a.: Andrew van der Stock
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| posted on July 9th, 2003 at 11:45 PM |
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Testers wanted
In October, our XMB license runs out. I've found what I believe to be a reasonable replacement for XMB, one that's free (always good), looks
good, and importantly, allows us to migrate all our stuff from here to there with minimal pain.
I'm looking for people to test (ie don't put in anything in there you want kept for posterity, cos it will not be staying) the new software.
You can check it out here:
http://www.aussieveedubbers.com/phpBB/
This software also has accompanying portal software, which will allow us to do things like a magazine, banners, directory, etc much easier than
now.
To use it, click on the register button. Make yourself a user, upload yourself an avatar (!) or choose from one of the many in there already (!) and
go for it.
I'm interested in feedback about how it works, what's missing, and what you like. If it gets mostly positive reviews, we'll be moving
to it around the September / October time frame. I've already practiced doing a migration of our data to this software on my Linux box at home,
and everything seemed fine, but I want to hear how you like the software before foisting it on you all.
There will be more customizations in the next few days to make it more AussieVeedubbers.
Browse here for styles (avatars / themes / etc). I'll upload any themes that people like:
http://www.phpbb.com/styles/gallery/
Please remember - do not expect your posts to this test forum to survive. I'm pretty sure they will, but I can't guaranteee it.
Andrew
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 Andy
Son of Jim - Creator of Good
Andy's Adventures
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 12:02 AM |
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Looks cool mate!
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amazer
Bishop of Volkswagenism
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 12:11 AM |
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I'd rather be a tester than a testie 
Chris.... kombi pilot, oval dreamer... finisher #26971 2005 city to surf
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Tazz
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 12:45 AM |
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I'm not touching that amazer!
1962 Type3 Squareback
1967 Type3 Fastback "Kermit"
The truth is important. It will set you free
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VWFOOL
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King for a day, Fool for a lifetime.
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 03:28 AM |
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new forum
andrew i really like it,
much easier to navigate on that one.
reminds me of the LO-RDZ forum which i really enjoy using.
is ther going to be the same image size restrictions with this one? has anythign changed regarding wat we can and cant do in this respect?
thanks for all ur effort with our forum andrew,
dont stay up too late
sam
[Edited on 9-7-2003 by VWFOOL]
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One man's junk...
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The_Bronze.
A.k.a.: Bronze
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 08:22 AM |
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It's quite slow at first to load new pages because the detail but I think once it starts getting residual it should load just fine.
Existing Features and lots of new ones to over XMB.
Is the [ img ] feature still going to be available?
EDIT- Found it.
[Edited on 9-7-2003 by The_Bronze.]
[size=4]Bronze.[/size]
Rathmines, Lake Macquarie, NSW.
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Purple Martin
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Fahrvergnugen
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 12:26 PM |
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I've used plenty of other forums powered by phpBB, it's a really good system. I hope you decide to go ahead with it!
1959 red & white Beetle
1975 Kombi camper
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Shani
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 01:12 PM |
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Very nice and a lot like some of the other boards I frequent. I love the 'pick your own password' ability. Makes life easier.
:bounce Will keep peeking in at it |
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Da Wiz
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 03:18 PM |
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yeah these forums are sweet - i'm involved with a few others that use this software ...
another advantage is you don't have to have 'Todays Posts' - so ppl might have to look a little harder but means that less
'$hit' get posted not that there's enything wrong with
that 
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¯`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸¸.-> Keepin' it Real !!
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vanderaj
A.k.a.: Andrew van der Stock
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 08:00 PM |
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Actually, it's better than that - it has:
* Find all posts since you were last there (equivalent to "Today's posts", but better as it works if you've been away for a while,
not just 24 hours)
* Find all posts you've replied to (yay!)
* Find all unanswered posts (be first!)
Look at the top right
Andrew
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Tazz
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| posted on July 10th, 2003 at 08:12 PM |
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Good work Andrew....
Looks like its a hit!
:thumb
1962 Type3 Squareback
1967 Type3 Fastback "Kermit"
The truth is important. It will set you free
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vanderaj
A.k.a.: Andrew van der Stock
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| posted on July 11th, 2003 at 12:32 AM |
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Okay, the front page has been rejuvenated. There's some work left to be done - Mick's ad needs to be restored, and I want to make sure we
get some galleries going. I might promote a couple of the nicer shots I find in Member's rides temporarily until it's done.
The portal allows us to add "blocks" of content easily, and manage it semi-independantly of here. As you can see it integrates completely
with phpBB, so once we're there, it'll be pretty dang snazzy. I'm experimenting with the calendar block - I want it to try and figure
out posts in a forum and add events. That way, we can have this month's events easily browsable on the front page. If that doesn't work,
more fun for some moderators
The main reason for using the portal is to allow the Magazine (if it ever takes off!) to add and manage content that will last.
Andrew
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waltermitty
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| posted on July 11th, 2003 at 05:37 PM |
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It does work .. well and there are some great features.Can we get our current smillies beers trees etc to migrate there too?
MitvcHEll
P.S. at least the COOL man
23 windows ...8 too many!
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cvisors
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 posted on July 11th, 2003 at 08:36 PM |
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Much Nicer.
Its a lot nice phbb, I use it on many other forums that I am on.
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555bug
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| posted on July 11th, 2003 at 09:35 PM |
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Hey Andrew would you like us to try and hack it?
I know that the previous version was susceptible to injection attacks and to a glitch in the highlight function. Guess its all old new to you though
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vanderaj
A.k.a.: Andrew van der Stock
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| posted on July 11th, 2003 at 10:46 PM |
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No - please don't do that - we share a server with others.
2.0.5 does one outstanding issue; therefore production (moving us) is unlikely prior to 2.2, which is in the September - October timeframe.
Andrew
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amazer
Bishop of Volkswagenism
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| posted on July 11th, 2003 at 11:00 PM |
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| Quote: | Originally
posted by vanderaj
That way, we can have this month's events easily browsable on the front page. If that doesn't work, more fun for some moderators
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Doesnt worry me. Only 2 weeks 2 go and we can unsticky about 10 different nambucca threads.
Chris.... kombi pilot, oval dreamer... finisher #26971 2005 city to surf
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Brad
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| posted on July 12th, 2003 at 10:02 AM |
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Looks Good
I have moved a few other boards over to PhpBB and have no real problems with it.
From an Admin side of the house it is a PITA in raw form. It took many mnay hours ot adding hacks to version 2.0.4 to get it usable. I am told that
these will all be included in the 2.2 release.... can't wait.
With the photo gallery and upload images. I am currently upgrading my server so should be able to double the bandwidth and storage capacity availible.
Will also be able to give FREE full domain hosting to V-Dub clubs if they wish to have it.
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Golde60
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| posted on July 12th, 2003 at 06:36 PM |
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looking good
i like it so far.
tried a few things, avators are much more user friendly.
tried logging in twice with the same name, but capital G.
seems to be ok
just had a bit of a fart around and liked it
wow, what a huge list of images tto choose form for the ava tor selcetion.
should get some of KKs and Jims pics up there in another gallery
would be cool to have a gallery of bugs, antoher of buses, another of notches etc.
anyway, looks good
i like the idea of a link to a mag too!
...................( O \ l / O ).....................
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Spook
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| posted on July 13th, 2003 at 06:51 AM |
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Why is it necessary to move again??
Well my friends are gone & my hair is grey, I ache in the places where I used to play.
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pyr0
Compulsive Aussie Vee Dubber
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| posted on July 13th, 2003 at 09:52 AM |
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looks pretty sweet :thumb :thumb |
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mattie
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| posted on July 13th, 2003 at 10:27 AM |
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i tink it is preety kool
stuipid beetle breaks everytime i drive it.....
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Brad
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| posted on July 14th, 2003 at 12:58 PM |
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well
| Quote: | Originally
posted by Spook
Why is it necessary to move again??
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We aren't moving just changing the interface and software. It is still in the same place.
Main reason is XMB has issues and PhpBB is better. Also the money we save on the FREE PhpBB we can put into more space which means more pictures.
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Tazz
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| posted on July 15th, 2003 at 11:19 PM |
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Also the money we save on the FREE PhpBB we can put into more space which means more pictures.
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And thats the good thing!
:thumb:thumb
1962 Type3 Squareback
1967 Type3 Fastback "Kermit"
The truth is important. It will set you free
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68AutoBug
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| posted on July 16th, 2003 at 01:10 AM |
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[size=0]I have had a few goes on it and its Great, Avatars are easier , and its the same as on some other forums I use... Thanks Andrew...[/size]:bounce:bounce:bounce:bounce:bounce:thumb:thumb:thumb:thumb:thumb:thumb
- [size=4]Helping keep Air Cooled VWs on the road - location: SCONE in the Upper Hunter Valley - Northern NSW 320 kms NNW of SYDNEY--- [/size]
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KruizinKombi
A.k.a.: Col
Bishop of Volkswagenism
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| posted on July 16th, 2003 at 04:09 PM |
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It's a pity that there is nothing in it to limit text size..... :P
Kruizin Kol
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Brad
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| posted on July 28th, 2003 at 10:34 AM |
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mmmm
| Quote: | Originally
posted by KruizinKombi
It's a pity that there is nothing in it to limit text size..... :P
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But there is something we can do
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