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GM Moderator	Message Posted: May 3, 2006 11:56:44 AM Ignore GM Report Abuse 1. Please keep your points earning posts in the Just For Fun forum. If you are posting messages for points, like "free 20 points", "100 points", "Count down from 1,000,0000", "Hi JT", "What's your rank", etc, PLEASE keep your messages in the Just For Fun forum. Likewise, topics which cater to one word responses, or non-discussion topics, should also be posted in the Just For Fun forum. These topics include topics like “Highest Prices in your area”, Lowest Prices in your area”, etc etc. The problem with posting for points in any forum other than Just For Fun, is that it can take away from active discussions, derail topics and otherwise clutter up the forum. In an effort to combat these situations, we respectfully request you make these posts in the Just For Fun forum only. 2. Feel free to attack ideas but please do not attack other posters. This forum is designed to be a discussion and exchange of ideas, so please keep in mind that other people’s ideas may well be different than your own. Please keep it civil. I can not emphasize this enough - IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH A THREAD, OR A POSTER IN IT, PLEASE PRESS THE REPORTABUSE BUTTON. Please do NOT engage in arguments on the forum. Sorting out these problems is what we are here for. Please report the member rather than responding to them. 3. Back up your arguments with facts. Where possible, facts should be supported by a link to a respected Internet source. 4. Please do not post articles in their entirety on the message forum. Please only post a snippet of the article and then post a link to where others can read the rest. 5. Back up your opinions with reasons. If you are going to express an opinion please make sure you explain why you have that opinion. 6. We encourage funny and clever. Please don't take everything so seriously. We’re here to have fun, not argue. 7. Hitler doesn’t post here, so there is no good reason to bring him up, except in a strict historical context. To avoid arguments on the forum, we respectfully request you not use Hitler references. 8. All posts and topics are subject to change or deletion at the moderators’ discretion and without explanation. 9. GasBuddy is a family website. Please, no swearing, or vulgar language of any kind. 10. In an effort to keep political discussions separate from other discussion, please post your messages in theUS Politics forum, or the Canada Politics forum. 11. Please do not advertise on the website. 12. Please do not start topics on Wal-Mart or smoking, because they always turn into 'us vs them' battles. These generally become arguments and we respectfully request you avoid these topics. 13. Please do not bump old, inactive threads. If a topic has been inactive for two months or more, please do not post in it. If you want to post to an older topic, please let Admin know beforehand so we can make a note of it and ask other members not to report you for doing it. Please note that we have created a number of new forum areas for discussions on a variety of topics: Browse Other forums [Edited by: GM at 2/17/2010 2:29:34 PM EST]

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Message Posted: May 3, 2006 11:56:44 AM

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1. Please keep your points earning posts in the Just For Fun forum. If you are posting messages for points, like "free 20 points", "100 points", "Count down from 1,000,0000", "Hi JT", "What's your rank", etc, PLEASE keep your messages in the Just For Fun forum. Likewise, topics which cater to one word responses, or non-discussion topics, should also be posted in the Just For Fun forum. These topics include topics like “Highest Prices in your area”, Lowest Prices in your area”, etc etc.

The problem with posting for points in any forum other than Just For Fun, is that it can take away from active discussions, derail topics and otherwise clutter up the forum. In an effort to combat these situations, we respectfully request you make these posts in the Just For Fun forum only.

2. Feel free to attack ideas but please do not attack other posters. This forum is designed to be a discussion and exchange of ideas, so please keep in mind that other people’s ideas may well be different than your own. Please keep it civil.

I can not emphasize this enough - IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH A THREAD, OR A POSTER IN IT, PLEASE PRESS THE REPORTABUSE BUTTON. Please do NOT engage in arguments on the forum. Sorting out these problems is what we are here for. Please report the member rather than responding to them.

3. Back up your arguments with facts. Where possible, facts should be supported by a link to a respected Internet source.

4. Please do not post articles in their entirety on the message forum. Please only post a snippet of the article and then post a link to where others can read the rest.

5. Back up your opinions with reasons. If you are going to express an opinion please make sure you explain why you have that opinion.

6. We encourage funny and clever. Please don't take everything so seriously. We’re here to have fun, not argue.

7. Hitler doesn’t post here, so there is no good reason to bring him up, except in a strict historical context. To avoid arguments on the forum, we respectfully request you not use Hitler references.

8. All posts and topics are subject to change or deletion at the moderators’ discretion and without explanation.

9. GasBuddy is a family website. Please, no swearing, or vulgar language of any kind.

10. In an effort to keep political discussions separate from other discussion, please post your messages in theUS Politics forum, or the Canada Politics forum.

11. Please do not advertise on the website.

12. Please do not start topics on Wal-Mart or smoking, because they always turn into 'us vs them' battles. These generally become arguments and we respectfully request you avoid these topics.

13. Please do not bump old, inactive threads. If a topic has been inactive for two months or more, please do not post in it. If you want to post to an older topic, please let Admin know beforehand so we can make a note of it and ask other members not to report you for doing it.

Please note that we have created a number of new forum areas for discussions on a variety of topics: Browse Other forums

[Edited by: GM at 2/17/2010 2:29:34 PM EST]

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magnumCA Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:2,219 Points:438,950 Joined:Jan 2008	Message Posted: Dec 28, 2008 6:13:03 PM Ignore magnumCA Report Abuse please read
ToriB All-Star Author Washington Posts:973 Points:146,030 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Sep 20, 2008 2:50:43 PM Ignore ToriB Report Abuse Thanks for the guidelines. I've been using this website for a while now & just noticed & decided to try this "Message Forum". Good rules to go by, Thanks again.
FumingoverFumes Rookie Author Mississippi Posts:60 Points:19,190 Joined:Apr 2008	Message Posted: Sep 10, 2008 9:33:45 AM Ignore FumingoverFumes Report Abuse thanks for the information...
puddlehopper08 Rookie Author New Hampshire Posts:3 Points:1,770 Joined:Jul 2008	Message Posted: Jul 23, 2008 2:33:25 PM Ignore puddlehopper08 Report Abuse Thank-you for the rules to follow. I just joined and feel that this web site is valuable to any-one trying to get answers to gas prices and economy in general.
magnumCA Champion Author Los Angeles Posts:2,219 Points:438,950 Joined:Jan 2008	Message Posted: Jul 6, 2008 3:13:01 PM Ignore magnumCA Report Abuse Thank you for posting these excellent and helpful guidelines. Perhaps at times we all may let our fingers engage before our brains are engaged. I know in the excitement of the moment I have spoken out of turn. Yet those that know me mean I meant {mean] no disrepect. Thank you as always!!!
rkt wgn Champion Author St. Louis Posts:15,503 Points:2,735,645 Joined:Dec 2004	Message Posted: Jun 22, 2008 10:47:17 AM Ignore rkt wgn Report Abuse Where is today's voting poll?
tbone2u2000 Rookie Author Dayton Posts:20 Points:9,075 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Jun 9, 2008 2:00:43 PM Ignore tbone2u2000 Report Abuse If the foregin auto markets keep producing better ways to save gas cars or hybrids it will take a big chunck out of the american automakers big time!
ramboTX Champion Author Dallas Posts:10,973 Points:1,829,385 Joined:Aug 2007	Message Posted: May 15, 2008 7:54:47 AM Ignore ramboTX Report Abuse I personally enjoy the discussions. Keeping Just for free seperate is a good idea. I wouldn't even look at it.
moosemanCA Champion Author Oakland Posts:2,937 Points:482,725 Joined:Feb 2008	Message Posted: Mar 14, 2008 1:05:20 PM Ignore moosemanCA Report Abuse Yes,as the son of an english teacher I find one word answers boaring and without life. While I may not be the best example of the use of the english language people, please put some thought into your one word posts. I might actually like your resoning and back you up as I am to dissagree with you.
GasMoos Rookie Author Charlotte Posts:53 Points:70,750 Joined:Aug 2007	Message Posted: Nov 24, 2007 9:30:33 AM Ignore GasMoos Report Abuse It's silly to post a one-word answer. Could they be filtered or deleted?
no_inflation Rookie Author Edmonton Posts:45 Points:43,700 Joined:Jul 2007	Message Posted: Aug 8, 2007 12:13:34 PM Ignore no_inflation Report Abuse Why is everyone posting their only poll replies? That should be deleted! It should be discussion.
SandipKamdar Rookie Author Richmond Posts:11 Points:2,260 Joined:Jul 2007	Message Posted: Jul 27, 2007 4:18:03 PM Ignore SandipKamdar Report Abuse I personally like Rule #4. As is says nothing should be said / written without any proof / supportive documents.
portdog4021 Rookie Author Houston Posts:95 Points:41,570 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Jul 20, 2007 5:03:10 PM Ignore portdog4021 Report Abuse i personally like the no vulgar langugage rule
tjhunter Champion Author Colorado Springs Posts:1,970 Points:764,395 Joined:Sep 2006	Message Posted: Jul 10, 2007 10:30:16 PM Ignore tjhunter Report Abuse I personally like rule #2, I wish more posters would adhere to the rule. I do appericate you posting the rules for us and reminding posters that this is a forum for discussions,and ideas. I do agree about the Yes & No answers..that's just so easy to get points with no effort involved.
shadyman Rookie Author Indiana Posts:71 Points:1,100 Joined:May 2007	Message Posted: Jun 5, 2007 10:26:00 AM Ignore shadyman Report Abuse OK by me, but there are those that treat rules like speed limit signs, IGNORE!
babysue Veteran Author Montreal Posts:359 Points:63,400 Joined:May 2007	Message Posted: May 26, 2007 8:27:03 PM Ignore babysue Report Abuse thank you very much for the awesome site,wtg.i pay more attention to the gas prices now then i did before so i'm able to post a price.
Beautifulhearts Rookie Author Idaho Posts:86 Points:7,580 Joined:May 2007	Message Posted: May 24, 2007 5:55:15 PM Ignore Beautifulhearts Report Abuse thanks gm! noticed what you did for me!!
DeaconT Rookie Author New York Posts:26 Points:4,515 Joined:May 2007	Message Posted: May 23, 2007 8:42:29 PM Ignore DeaconT Report Abuse Hi! I'm new: I've used the site a time or two in the past, but I just joined today. After reading the guidelines, I'm impressed that you've put so much effort into creating a friendly, "safe" environment. And thank you, whoever had the great idea to create this site, for helping me save my hard-earned money!!!
PJSEELE Rookie Author Kansas Posts:2 Points:140 Joined:May 2007	Message Posted: May 22, 2007 11:24:16 AM Ignore PJSEELE Report Abuse Just joined and want to say thanks for posting the guidelines. Very helpful.
tazracer Rookie Author Boston Posts:34 Points:18,040 Joined:May 2007	Message Posted: May 8, 2007 5:19:51 AM Ignore tazracer Report Abuse Thanks for the info. This is a great orientation for a newbie like myself.
gass12 Champion Author Omaha Posts:8,533 Points:2,332,370 Joined:Oct 2005	Message Posted: Apr 22, 2007 5:05:10 AM Ignore gass12 Report Abuse Good Job in Posting the Rules-First time I have seen them.
stephanie71 Rookie Author Washington Posts:34 Points:200 Joined:Apr 2007	Message Posted: Apr 9, 2007 1:43:17 AM Ignore stephanie71 Report Abuse Thanks for the information and I really enjoy this sight, just found it tonight
Turfmech Rookie Author Alberta Posts:26 Points:3,485 Joined:Mar 2007	Message Posted: Mar 10, 2007 12:58:51 AM Ignore Turfmech Report Abuse Thank you! Can you somehow put an automatic delete on those ANNOYING postings of numerical (100, next postings by the same individual: 90, 80, etc.)obviously for free points? Noticed quite a few postings from those brain-dead posters.
wilbur34208 Champion Author Florida Posts:5,449 Points:1,050,525 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: Feb 26, 2007 12:58:47 AM Ignore wilbur34208 Report Abuse What happened to the first eight hours of poll comments on Feb. 25, 2007? There were some excellent comments which appear to have been erased concerning the omission of "Safety" and "Reliability" as primary factors to consider when purchasing a new car. Were these comments erased intentionally by the staff? The first comments listed by GasBuddies now begin at about 7:55 a.m. on 2/25/07.
nc_huckster Rookie Author North Carolina Posts:14 Points:450 Joined:Jan 2007	Message Posted: Jan 28, 2007 4:38:04 PM Ignore nc_huckster Report Abuse Very well put, Thanks for reminder on, "whats what"
skijackie Veteran Author Akron Posts:283 Points:145,180 Joined:Jul 2006	Message Posted: Jan 26, 2007 1:24:25 PM Ignore skijackie Report Abuse I'm rather new too and appreciate the advice and rules.
silvie Rookie Author San Diego Posts:19 Points:3,550 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: Jan 19, 2007 6:33:51 PM Ignore silvie Report Abuse thank you for the informative page. very useful for the new kids on the block.
gasguzler07 Rookie Author Fort Worth Posts:32 Points:7,105 Joined:Jan 2007	Message Posted: Jan 19, 2007 11:28:56 AM Ignore gasguzler07 Report Abuse Great Info for newbie
frank06010 All-Star Author Connecticut Posts:818 Points:488,945 Joined:Dec 2006	Message Posted: Jan 10, 2007 11:59:05 AM Ignore frank06010 Report Abuse Thank You!
MikeDogg All-Star Author Twin Cities Posts:637 Points:416,420 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Jan 1, 2007 4:56:01 PM Ignore MikeDogg Report Abuse Thanks for advice GM. I didn't even know you got silly points for posting basically nothing. Hopefully they will stay in the Fun Forum and I will try to stick to the rules also. 100 pts... SWEET BYE for now.
skijackie Veteran Author Akron Posts:283 Points:145,180 Joined:Jul 2006	Message Posted: Dec 29, 2006 1:08:20 PM Ignore skijackie Report Abuse Good stuff
spectrekitty Champion Author Dallas Posts:1,160 Points:206,265 Joined:Dec 2006	Message Posted: Dec 23, 2006 1:33:52 AM Ignore spectrekitty Report Abuse Thank you.
throttle Champion Author Maryland Posts:11,982 Points:2,464,695 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Dec 14, 2006 10:58:55 AM Ignore throttle Report Abuse Good guidance. I hope it's followed.
Panama19 Champion Author Louisville Posts:25,738 Points:2,571,985 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Dec 4, 2006 12:29:25 PM Ignore Panama19 Report Abuse Great list of rules! Thanks for the guidance.
coachk25 Rookie Author Boston Posts:26 Points:11,200 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Nov 28, 2006 1:50:27 PM Ignore coachk25 Report Abuse ok
Marriedcouplein Rookie Author Louisville Posts:6 Points:1,895 Joined:Nov 2006	Message Posted: Nov 11, 2006 6:47:57 PM Ignore Marriedcouplein Report Abuse Thank GM. Good Rules. Great Communication.
car4204 Rookie Author Illinois Posts:73 Points:1,240 Joined:Nov 2006	Message Posted: Nov 10, 2006 2:24:59 PM Ignore car4204 Report Abuse It's practical to know what's the best approach to take when adding messages.
MRGDOGNCBD Rookie Author San Diego Posts:11 Points:4,050 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: Nov 2, 2006 9:39:32 AM Ignore MRGDOGNCBD Report Abuse IF YOU CAN'T UNDERSTAND WHAT TO DO AND WHAT NOT,& AND ALL THE OTHER GREAT INFO, PROLLY DONT MATTER CAUSE UR GOING IN CIRLES ANYHOWS.LOL.PS..I STAY AWAY FROM POLITCS & RELIGON FORUMS,KINDA SAME RULES THEY USED IN STAGECOCH DAYS, EXCEPT YOU WERE SUPPOSED SHARE YOUR WHISKEY & OFFER A CHEW OF TOBACCO..DAMN THOSE WERE SIMPLER TIMES,HOW WE SCREW THAT UP??? [Edited by: MRGDOGNCBD at 11/2/2006 9:48:07 AM EST]
tjbird9675 All-Star Author California Posts:841 Points:148,575 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: Oct 26, 2006 7:43:07 PM Ignore tjbird9675 Report Abuse Good to know. tj
mamak1 Rookie Author New York Posts:16 Points:3,470 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: Oct 25, 2006 10:42:13 AM Ignore mamak1 Report Abuse nice list, go GM!
CheapGaser007 Champion Author Milwaukee Posts:3,363 Points:617,955 Joined:Sep 2006	Message Posted: Oct 8, 2006 1:30:37 PM Ignore CheapGaser007 Report Abuse I am a rookie yet, good to see this discussed, it will help me better contribute
tbucks Champion Author Springfield Posts:20,794 Points:3,214,750 Joined:Mar 2004	Message Posted: Oct 4, 2006 12:55:17 PM Ignore tbucks Report Abuse Thanx GM for posting these rules at our local discussion page! I've been to many sites where pettiness and squabbling have turned into chaos. The spirit and good nature of gasbuddies was ruined. We'll try to keep this thread at the top of the list, so it will be visible and available to all of our friends and visitors, old and new! TBucks SpringfieldGasPrices.com
Briguy49720 Champion Author Michigan Posts:9,119 Points:1,562,455 Joined:Aug 2003	Message Posted: Oct 3, 2006 4:16:07 PM Ignore Briguy49720 Report Abuse I like the fact that someoen sat down and spent the time to post the rules. I know that there are lot of forums and posters so maybe we can all take part in helping enforce the rules to a certain extent
pamuka All-Star Author Atlanta Posts:713 Points:415,395 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Oct 2, 2006 6:18:22 PM Ignore pamuka Report Abuse Good rules to live by
profjake Champion Author Houston Posts:2,914 Points:564,550 Joined:Oct 2005	Message Posted: Oct 2, 2006 2:01:01 PM Ignore profjake Report Abuse Excuse me, Im a relative noob here. It says we get 100 points for participating in weekly polls, I cant find anything but "member polls" and I didnt seem to get any points when I participated.
pat_1 Rookie Author Kentucky Posts:24 Points:1,400 Joined:Sep 2006	Message Posted: Sep 28, 2006 11:39:37 PM Ignore pat_1 Report Abuse I really like your rules....
EmpiricalVista Rookie Author Allentown Posts:48 Points:20,850 Joined:Sep 2006	Message Posted: Sep 27, 2006 10:01:30 AM Ignore EmpiricalVista Report Abuse I really like #5. I wish everyone had that rule. Glad I read this, I didn't know there were other forums.
goulaisgirl All-Star Author Ontario Posts:583 Points:206,785 Joined:May 2006	Message Posted: Sep 13, 2006 8:41:24 AM Ignore goulaisgirl Report Abuse Your rules sound fair. What a good idea to open up ways of communication!
rgbs_goingson Rookie Author Milwaukee Posts:80 Points:68,090 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: Sep 13, 2006 2:33:35 AM Ignore rgbs_goingson Report Abuse Sounds FAIR to me . . . . . .
gasbuddy872756 Champion Author Illinois Posts:1,659 Points:173,680 Joined:May 2006	Message Posted: Sep 4, 2006 7:45:06 PM Ignore gasbuddy872756 Report Abuse Thanks GM!