MrMeanGreen Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Members of CR, it is that time. For several years, CR has been run with Ultimate Bulletin Board (UBB) software and it's done a fine job. However, the code it uses is very archaic and right now the board has 37 hacks implemented by me to make it as functional as it sits now (IMs, quick reply, Global Mods, etc). UBB has become a hindrance to a point, especially since they have not released their new SQL version UBB earlier this year as expected. This being said, I think CR deserves a better messageboard program that allows for quite a few more options, that will run faster, and that will be increasingly efficient for the server and the members. I plan on upgrading to V Bulletin software. Most of the bigger internet forums utilize this software and I'm very impressed with it. It not only allows hidden forums and tons more options, it introduces a database type format for files so the server will process quicker and ultimately load quicker for us. http://www.vbulletin.com/ What I'm asking from CR members is donations amounting to the total of $190. This is to cover the initial $160 license for Vbb and one year thereafter of free upgrades ($30 extra). As most of you know, CR has always been a free enterprise. Everything you see here and enjoy was done by thousands of hours of voluntary time put in by myself, my brother Chris, and all of the Admins/Mods, both past and present. I pay for the domain name every year. The vendor advertising is free to the business as long as they provide a discount to CR members. I nor CR makes any money from them. Everything you see is free and I'd like to keep it that way. That being said, this is the reason I ask for donations. To keep CR running strong and bring you what I can, I ask you take a few dollars and donate via Paypal. The link will be added to the top of the main forums page. Once we get to $190, I'll remove the link and purchase the software. After that, it's a matter of weeks while I plan the conversion and take a day to get everything in line and functional. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to post here or PM me. CR has become a great place for the automotive community and a great place to meet friends. Thanks to everyone here for making it what it is. smile.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devils Advocate Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 I'll gibb you five dolla in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurkvinny Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 If I give you $6, can I be a mod? Oh, wait. smile.gif I closed my PayPal account; I'll hit ya up in person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OGRE Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 i can swing a few. Can i have a higher member number? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Pomade Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Every time I click the PayPal icon on the opening screen I get an error message, which says something about technical difficulties. Is there a particular PayPal account we can use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Elinar Longsight Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 This is Anthony. Problem fixed, sorry about that smile.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jelloman4571647545499 Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 ant sending money now. to bad we cant pay in taco bell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex1647545498 Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 I'll give you cash when I see ya. tongue.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old dirty bastard Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 I will give u cash when i see you today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye1647545503 Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Originally posted by Old Dirty Bastard: I will give u cash when i see you today+1 no paypal for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex1647545498 Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Originally posted by buckeye: +1 no paypal for meBecause you loose! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRocket1647545505 Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 If I'm ever out again, I'll throw a few bucks in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Total Sign Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Just sent 15. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHIEF Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Sent $10. Now I have to eat Ramen noodles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinman Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Originally posted by JEEENKINNNS: what's the email addy we should send to?This is Anthony. Click the link at the top of the main forums page. It'll take you where you need to go smile.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson1647545504 Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Don't disable search on VB, otherwise it will suck as much as UBB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iwishiwascool Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 20 spot sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtschulze Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 Kicked in a $20 via Paypal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fush Posted July 23, 2005 Report Share Posted July 23, 2005 $10 sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike_Shepard Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 anthony im going to try to make it out next weekend if so I'll be more than happy to give ya a few extra bux Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 just sent. I kill enough time on this site I guess it's about time I donate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritas Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 so what's the grand total anyways? I'm sending in via PP. T.c. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thorne Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 I can send 10 at first of the month via paypal or would your prefer in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kohones Posted July 24, 2005 Report Share Posted July 24, 2005 Ant, I'll see you this upcoming week-end, either Friday or Saturday night. Happy to give you $10.00 cash. I'm not a paypal kind of guy -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
400 HO Posted July 25, 2005 Report Share Posted July 25, 2005 Hey Ant.. Sent in a 10 spot via Pay Pal. Hope it helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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