***Introducing the all-new RCU Marketplace!*** (coming 3/21/18)
05-04-2018, 03:39 AM
#351
Here is a Forum Thread started by RCU-Administration back on 9/12/2003 as to why at the time RCU management was selling the reasons that it got away from a Forum Based Classified system.
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/rcun...-than-old.html
http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/rcun...-than-old.html
Why is the New Classified System Better than the Old?Many of you have asked why we moved the classifieds to a new system. Here are some of the reasons:
1. On forum-based classifieds, you had to read thread titles and guess whether an ad was for something you wanted. In the new system, you can click the "Advanced Search" link in the search box (upper left). From that search, you can find stuff quickly and accurately. You can search by: manufacturer, product name, price range, location, and other parameters.
2. On forum-based classifieds, you ad could become quickly buried under a mountain of other ads. On RCU, you can create a "Featured" ad and guarantee that it will be on top.
3. On forum-based classifieds, a simple reply post boosts another member's ad on top, simply because someone replied. In our system, the only way to scoot back up to the top is to EARN IT by discounting your price by at least 10%. This way, a boost up means something to shoppers.
4. On forum-based classifieds, there is no way to sort your search results. In the new system, you can filter cars, boats, airplanes and heli's by their build type (like RTR or ARF).
5. Forum-based ads often leave out important information about the product leading to back and forth discussion that is unnecessary many times. Ads are free form and sometimes difficult to read through. In our system, the format is consistent and you KNOW where everything is (like shipping info, product condition, price, reason for selling etc.).
6. The new system give you the option to use a stock photo and stock specs. This makes ad creation easier.
7. When searching on the forum, you can search for products in a certain condition (like "new in box" or "used-excellent" to limit your search of products.
8. The new site provides a "drill down" way of searching. Our "X-Ray" search technology displays ALL ads in a general category (like Helicopters) and then filters the list as you click on sub-categories. This way, folks who like to just browse, can see everything in the first click to a category and those looking more specifically can drill in. The listing pages give you an instant look at each product in the category you are searching, with the username, price, location and "commercial ad" designation if appropriate.
Once you get to know the tools of the new system, we think you'll appreciate its superior ability to handle large volumes of ads.
1. On forum-based classifieds, you had to read thread titles and guess whether an ad was for something you wanted. In the new system, you can click the "Advanced Search" link in the search box (upper left). From that search, you can find stuff quickly and accurately. You can search by: manufacturer, product name, price range, location, and other parameters.
2. On forum-based classifieds, you ad could become quickly buried under a mountain of other ads. On RCU, you can create a "Featured" ad and guarantee that it will be on top.
3. On forum-based classifieds, a simple reply post boosts another member's ad on top, simply because someone replied. In our system, the only way to scoot back up to the top is to EARN IT by discounting your price by at least 10%. This way, a boost up means something to shoppers.
4. On forum-based classifieds, there is no way to sort your search results. In the new system, you can filter cars, boats, airplanes and heli's by their build type (like RTR or ARF).
5. Forum-based ads often leave out important information about the product leading to back and forth discussion that is unnecessary many times. Ads are free form and sometimes difficult to read through. In our system, the format is consistent and you KNOW where everything is (like shipping info, product condition, price, reason for selling etc.).
6. The new system give you the option to use a stock photo and stock specs. This makes ad creation easier.
7. When searching on the forum, you can search for products in a certain condition (like "new in box" or "used-excellent" to limit your search of products.
8. The new site provides a "drill down" way of searching. Our "X-Ray" search technology displays ALL ads in a general category (like Helicopters) and then filters the list as you click on sub-categories. This way, folks who like to just browse, can see everything in the first click to a category and those looking more specifically can drill in. The listing pages give you an instant look at each product in the category you are searching, with the username, price, location and "commercial ad" designation if appropriate.
Once you get to know the tools of the new system, we think you'll appreciate its superior ability to handle large volumes of ads.
05-04-2018, 02:42 PM
#355
I don't think it's a connection issue since everything on here loads quickly, I'm able to select category, description, photo, etc with no problems. It's only after I click 'list it' it shows a loading circle in the middle of the screen, even waiting 10 minutes it doesn't seem to do anything and never shows an error message.
The image is only 1280x960 (439KB) so I wouldn't think that's too large but I can try with something smaller sized tomorrow. Any other help on it is appreciated, Thanks.
The image is only 1280x960 (439KB) so I wouldn't think that's too large but I can try with something smaller sized tomorrow. Any other help on it is appreciated, Thanks.
05-04-2018, 02:52 PM
#357
05-04-2018, 03:15 PM
#358
The guy's been a member for 9 years, I'm sure he's loaded a lot of pages over that time frame, and clearly he's been active in the classifieds, Isn't that how web sites make money,, by banner and google ads loading?, not everyone posts a lot in the forums, that doesn't mean they aren't helping pay your salary
05-04-2018, 04:38 PM
#359
My Feedback: (26)
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Illinois
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
If I paid to become a premium member would that let me list items with photos, or would that still be tied to a post count regardless?
Thanks.
05-04-2018, 04:41 PM
#360
Ahh, as much as I want to contribute on the forums, I'm more so of a reader, I don't have much meaningful to post hobby wise since people know far more than I do on here, wouldn't really add much.
If I paid to become a premium member would that let me list items with photos, or would that still be tied to a post count regardless?
Thanks.
If I paid to become a premium member would that let me list items with photos, or would that still be tied to a post count regardless?
Thanks.
05-05-2018, 01:15 PM
#361
My Feedback: (26)
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Illinois
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I upgraded to premium and tried it a few times, still just gives me a spinning circle when attempting to list anything. I don't know if it'll help but I uploaded a video on what happens and PM'd you a link to it, otherwise I'm not sure what else to try.
05-07-2018, 07:04 PM
#364
Is this for real, if works it sure does NOT have to be fixed. Keep it up RCU and I will say BYE--BYE I loved it before all this crap an bought many things too. Just maybe you will go back to the old ways I hope!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
05-08-2018, 03:08 PM
#365
If you have an issue please let us know so we can address it!
05-08-2018, 04:01 PM
#366
" We do not disclose that. It is an antispam measure and we don't advertise to the spammers how to get around it. But what I said is correct -- the forums are for more than just sales, so making a post in the community now and then is a good way for people to know you're legit, and to contribute here instead of just selling stuff."
that would be what trader ratings are for.
that would be what trader ratings are for.
05-08-2018, 04:41 PM
#367
" We do not disclose that. It is an antispam measure and we don't advertise to the spammers how to get around it. But what I said is correct -- the forums are for more than just sales, so making a post in the community now and then is a good way for people to know you're legit, and to contribute here instead of just selling stuff."
that would be what trader ratings are for.
that would be what trader ratings are for.
05-09-2018, 02:03 PM
#369
We do not disclose that. It is an antispam measure and we don't advertise to the spammers how to get around it. But what I said is correct -- the forums are for more than just sales, so making a post in the community now and then is a good way for people to know you're legit, and to contribute here instead of just selling stuff.
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So the guy's been a member for 15 years,, has a perfect 33 feedback over those years and he's treated like a potential scammer, way to push guys away
05-10-2018, 05:16 AM
#372
Really?
I have been out of flying for a year or so. I used to sell on RCU. I have some stuff left over that I wanted to sell and I come back to this! I thought it was just me, but I have read the comments. I can find my ads to edit. Too frustrating to waste time with
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