The Ford Barn

GOSFAST · 12-17-2014, 07:08 PM

It just came to my attention (by a member here) that some people have tried to make contact with me on the "HAMB" site and haven't gotten a response.

Ever since the site "changed" my computer doesn't like me going there, so I haven't made any "connections" over there, I apologize for missing anyone but "it is what it is" so to speak.

I can be reached here fairly easily, for some reason my computer is still "comfortable" over here. I hope this one lasts??

Thanks, Gary in N.Y.

P.S. Would like to wish all here and their families a "Happy Holiday" season and a "Happy New Year". Stay healthy!

JonC · 12-17-2014, 07:44 PM

Thanks Gary, and have a Merry Christmas,Jon

uncle max · 12-17-2014, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GOSFAST

It just came to my attention (by a member here) that some people have tried to make contact with me on the "HAMB" site and haven't gotten a response.

Ever since the site "changed" my computer doesn't like me going there, so I haven't made any "connections" over there, I apologize for missing anyone but "it is what it is" so to speak.

I can be reached here fairly easily, for some reason my computer is still "comfortable" over here. I hope this one lasts??

Thanks, Gary in N.Y.

P.S. Would like to wish all here and their families a "Happy Holiday" season and a "Happy New Year". Stay healthy!

Add me as a member to your club too, Gary!

Ross F-1 · 12-17-2014, 08:43 PM

Delete your old HAMB cookies in your browser, I bet that fixes it.

barnfind · 12-17-2014, 09:01 PM

Some folks much prefer the barn format and interface - that may be what he's saying

Ross F-1 · 12-17-2014, 09:05 PM

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I don't know anyone who actually prefers the new HAMB format, it's an epic fail IMO.

Bruce/CT · 12-17-2014, 10:36 PM

Hi,

HAPPY HANUKKAH & MERRY CHRISTMAS to ALL; Choose your preference.

As a related HAMB question:

Is there any way to print the Threads off HAMB that I am intersted in paper copy?
Thanks,
Bruce/CT

JSeery · 12-17-2014, 10:52 PM

I don't know, I kind-a like them both. They both have their positive and negative aspects. However, the more I use the new HAMB setup the more I like it.

my4dv8 · 12-17-2014, 11:11 PM

I know I found you here Gary and as a customer found you very patient and excellent communication working through international sales etc. Though I thought I had seen you on the HAMB. The HAMB certainly has more threads and posts but as usual you need to sift through what is meaningful reading and trash.
Don't give up on the HAMB Gary, ask on there for help perhaps. Just had a peek at the HAMB and your last postings seem to be May.

Mart · 12-18-2014, 02:45 AM

I like the Hamb format. I like the FordBarn format.

I don't know which one I like better.

There's only one way to settle this: FIGHT!!!!

Mart.

rich b · 12-18-2014, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bruce/CT

Is there any way to print the Threads off HAMB that I am intersted in paper copy?
Thanks,
Bruce/CT

Don't know if your computer works this way; but I just right click on the screen, select print from the pop-up menu, and it will print the complete current page (usually 8-10 pieces of paper depending on pictures) of the thread you are viewing.

texas webb · 12-18-2014, 09:23 AM

Bruce/CT.I click the page number(s) I want then go to print.Have'nt used it in a while tho...Ryan and team update or tuneup the HAMB every so often and some times I have to log in again.

Rowdy · 12-18-2014, 09:28 AM

I definately do NOT like the new HAMB format, but have learned to deal with it. Had to download Google Chrome web browser to make some of the functions work. Rod

done4 · 12-18-2014, 09:43 AM

Love the Hamb, like it here too. Your computer system may be out dated, that happened to me.

Uncle Bob · 12-18-2014, 10:02 AM

Okay, I'll step up and be "that guy", the scold.

First the qualifiers. As humans, most have some level of resistance to change, and the HAMB board format/software was a biggy. And if you believe the forum has lost a significant number of participants since "the change" (hmmmm, sort of like when a woman passes 50

) I'd agree with you. But then all you have to do is look at the classifieds here to see there is a significant portion of the members here who apparently can't (or more accurately won't) figure out one of the simplest photo upload formats in all of forumdom.

It took a bit of effort to figure out the HAMB, and while I feel quite comfortable now, and am able to do anything in the new format that I chose to do in the old, I probably am unaware of a bunch of features that might be useful because I just don't know they exist. That being said, there had to be a point in time that each one of us on here, those who are now comfortable with this and hate the new HAMB particularly, where you had to go through the struggles of learning this format as well. Man up.......invest a bit more effort in the new HAMB format and get back at it if you value(d) the conversation and the characters there. It's not really that tough. What a couple above have said may be true, your computer needs a little maintenance, possibly, in order to play nice. Well, given what kind of forum this is you likely understand the importance of maintenance for your car........your computer ain't that different from that perspective. Can't figure it out yourself? Get your 12 year old grandson or nephew over again.............Don't be afraid to ask for help.

barnfind · 12-18-2014, 11:06 AM

My MSFT desktop is 6 years old and only has normal security updates but I switched to Google Chrome years ago and don't have any display issues.

As with any new software, the HAMB site initially had to work thru a number of bugs which probably turned some folks off.

My guess is HAMB traffic is down significantly with the new format and it has nothing to do with end user computer setup or maintenance.

hotrodA · 12-18-2014, 11:10 AM

If only I could get to the Tech Archives (if they survived the change). What am I doing wrong?

JSeery · 12-18-2014, 11:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by barnfind

My MSFT desktop is 6 years old and only has normal security updates but I switched to Google Chrome years ago and don't have any display issues.

As with any new software, the HAMB site initially had to work thru a number of bugs which probably turned some folks off.

My guess is HAMB traffic is down significantly with the new format and it has nothing to do with end user computer setup or maintenance.

If their traffic is down you wouldn't know it from the flood of post!

Rowdy · 12-18-2014, 11:56 AM

I do not think posting traffic is down, but I have noticed a drop off in messaging and have had people call for parts saying they have not figured out the messaging part of the new HAMB. Rod

JSeery · 12-18-2014, 12:01 PM

The HAMB messaging is one of the new features I really like. Also like the photo upload, it is really nice. My biggest issue with the HAMB is the content! There is so much non-Ford or silly stuff of no interest to me to dig through to get to the few (and they are very few) post/threads that do interest me. So, for that fact I much prefer the Barn. However the formatting on the HAMB is much better once you get used to using it.

Edit: And the posters tend to be more mature and friendly on the Barn!

12-17-2014, 07:08 PM	#1
GOSFAST Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 1,052	"HAMB" site vs my computer It just came to my attention (by a member here) that some people have tried to make contact with me on the "HAMB" site and haven't gotten a response. Ever since the site "changed" my computer doesn't like me going there, so I haven't made any "connections" over there, I apologize for missing anyone but "it is what it is" so to speak. I can be reached here fairly easily, for some reason my computer is still "comfortable" over here. I hope this one lasts?? Thanks, Gary in N.Y. P.S. Would like to wish all here and their families a "Happy Holiday" season and a "Happy New Year". Stay healthy! __________________ http://www.stromberg-bulletin.com/me...berg-equipped/

12-17-2014, 07:44 PM	#2
JonC Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Central NY Posts: 629	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Thanks Gary, and have a Merry Christmas,Jon

12-17-2014, 08:43 PM	#4
Ross F-1 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NM Posts: 2,438	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Delete your old HAMB cookies in your browser, I bet that fixes it. __________________ '52 F-1, EAB flathead

12-17-2014, 09:01 PM	#5
barnfind Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 426	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Some folks much prefer the barn format and interface - that may be what he's saying

12-17-2014, 09:05 PM	#6
Ross F-1 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NM Posts: 2,438	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I don't know anyone who actually prefers the new HAMB format, it's an epic fail IMO. __________________ '52 F-1, EAB flathead

12-17-2014, 10:36 PM	#7
Bruce/CT Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Middlebury, CT Posts: 780	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Hi, HAPPY HANUKKAH & MERRY CHRISTMAS to ALL; Choose your preference. As a related HAMB question: Is there any way to print the Threads off HAMB that I am intersted in paper copy? Thanks, Bruce/CT __________________ Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.......Henry Ford

12-17-2014, 10:52 PM	#8
JSeery Member Emeritus Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 16,132	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer I don't know, I kind-a like them both. They both have their positive and negative aspects. However, the more I use the new HAMB setup the more I like it.

12-17-2014, 11:11 PM	#9
my4dv8 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New Zealand Posts: 1,112	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer I know I found you here Gary and as a customer found you very patient and excellent communication working through international sales etc. Though I thought I had seen you on the HAMB. The HAMB certainly has more threads and posts but as usual you need to sift through what is meaningful reading and trash. Don't give up on the HAMB Gary, ask on there for help perhaps. Just had a peek at the HAMB and your last postings seem to be May. Last edited by my4dv8; 12-17-2014 at 11:20 PM.

12-18-2014, 02:45 AM	#10
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 8,754	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer I like the Hamb format. I like the FordBarn format. I don't know which one I like better. There's only one way to settle this: FIGHT!!!! Mart.

12-18-2014, 09:23 AM	#12
texas webb Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: San Antonio Texas Posts: 636	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Bruce/CT.I click the page number(s) I want then go to print.Have'nt used it in a while tho...Ryan and team update or tuneup the HAMB every so often and some times I have to log in again.

12-18-2014, 09:28 AM	#13
Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer I definately do NOT like the new HAMB format, but have learned to deal with it. Had to download Google Chrome web browser to make some of the functions work. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!

12-18-2014, 09:43 AM	#14
done4 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Union Pier MI Posts: 392	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Love the Hamb, like it here too. Your computer system may be out dated, that happened to me. __________________ Still smokin tires and cigars

12-18-2014, 10:02 AM	#15
Uncle Bob Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Salado, TX. Posts: 733	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer Okay, I'll step up and be "that guy", the scold. First the qualifiers. As humans, most have some level of resistance to change, and the HAMB board format/software was a biggy. And if you believe the forum has lost a significant number of participants since "the change" (hmmmm, sort of like when a woman passes 50) I'd agree with you. But then all you have to do is look at the classifieds here to see there is a significant portion of the members here who apparently can't (or more accurately won't) figure out one of the simplest photo upload formats in all of forumdom. It took a bit of effort to figure out the HAMB, and while I feel quite comfortable now, and am able to do anything in the new format that I chose to do in the old, I probably am unaware of a bunch of features that might be useful because I just don't know they exist. That being said, there had to be a point in time that each one of us on here, those who are now comfortable with this and hate the new HAMB particularly, where you had to go through the struggles of learning this format as well. Man up.......invest a bit more effort in the new HAMB format and get back at it if you value(d) the conversation and the characters there. It's not really that tough. What a couple above have said may be true, your computer needs a little maintenance, possibly, in order to play nice. Well, given what kind of forum this is you likely understand the importance of maintenance for your car........your computer ain't that different from that perspective. Can't figure it out yourself? Get your 12 year old grandson or nephew over again.............Don't be afraid to ask for help. __________________ Luck occurs when preparation and opportunity converge.

12-18-2014, 11:06 AM	#16
barnfind Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 426	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer My MSFT desktop is 6 years old and only has normal security updates but I switched to Google Chrome years ago and don't have any display issues. As with any new software, the HAMB site initially had to work thru a number of bugs which probably turned some folks off. My guess is HAMB traffic is down significantly with the new format and it has nothing to do with end user computer setup or maintenance.

12-18-2014, 11:10 AM	#17
hotrodA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rogersville, TN Posts: 797	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer If only I could get to the Tech Archives (if they survived the change). What am I doing wrong?

12-18-2014, 11:56 AM	#19
Rowdy BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gothenburg Nebraska Just off I-80 Posts: 4,893	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer I do not think posting traffic is down, but I have noticed a drop off in messaging and have had people call for parts saying they have not figured out the messaging part of the new HAMB. Rod __________________ Do the RIGHT thing - Support the H.A.M.B. Alliance!!!!

12-18-2014, 12:01 PM	#20
JSeery Member Emeritus Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 16,132	Re: "HAMB" site vs my computer The HAMB messaging is one of the new features I really like. Also like the photo upload, it is really nice. My biggest issue with the HAMB is the content! There is so much non-Ford or silly stuff of no interest to me to dig through to get to the few (and they are very few) post/threads that do interest me. So, for that fact I much prefer the Barn. However the formatting on the HAMB is much better once you get used to using it. Edit: And the posters tend to be more mature and friendly on the Barn! Last edited by JSeery; 12-18-2014 at 12:21 PM.