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  • Richard M.
    Super Moderator
    • August 31, 1988
    • 11323

    Post Edit Timeout Removed

    The 12 hour Timeout for editing posts has been removed. You will now be able to edit your posts at any time after creation, as well as the ability to edit your previous posts, some of which may be archived. Many times we discover a technical error in a post but it's too late to correct it as the Edit Timeout expired. Often times we've had to create a new post later to correct the error.

    As users search for technical information they may come across a post that has the wrong information and unaware of a later post correcting it, particularly in a very long thread or if the Search result only displays "posts". This can cause confusion and sometimes can cause lost time and be disruptive to our restoration efforts.

    If you know of any of your old posts that contain technical or functional errors, feel free to go back to make corrections. We ask that you make a "EDIT-" notation at the bottom of the post stating the change. For example:

    EDIT- 3735089 wrong PT#. S/B 3735189

    The optional "Reason for Editing:" function in the edit mode can also be used for a quick note if desired.

    For example: PT# error

    Also note that the "Last edited by (username) Date/Time" link attribute at the bottom of the saved edited post will be updated whether the "Reason for Editing:" function is used or not. Clicking this link can be used to compare original to modified posts for reference.

    Please ensure there is no undermining intent when editing your posts. The Timeout was in place for years to prevent such actions. It has now been found to be unnecessary.

    EDIT- Note that if you edit a old post it will not redirect it to the top position in the Forum where it originally existed. If you feel the change should be brought to present status of importance, after the edit, create a new post in the thread. In the new post you can make reference to your edit so it will be brought up to top status.

    If it's a long thread, you could reference the edited post# in the new post. If desired for clarity, right click the Post# in the upper right area in the edited post, left click, (Copy Link Address/Save Link As), and paste the link in the new thread so users can locate the change easier.

    This may seem complicated and time consuming but will eventually be rewarding information for all, and possibly yourself if you happen to be a recipient of others corrections.

    Rich

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    Last edited by Richard M.; November 18, 2022, 06:34 AM. Reason: More info
  • Leif A.
    Extremely Frequent Poster
    • August 31, 1997
    • 3625

    #2
    Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

    Thank you Rich. This will truly be helpful going forward...for all the reasons you mentioned.
    Leif
    '67 Coupe L79, M21, C60, N14, N40, J50, A31, U69, A01, QB1
    Top Flight 2017 Lone Star Regional

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    • David H.
      Extremely Frequent Poster
      • June 30, 2001
      • 1521

      #3
      Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

      Richard

      It Works!

      Thank you.

      Dave
      Last edited by David H.; November 21, 2022, 11:18 PM. Reason: Test edit, added: "It Works!"
      Judging Chairman Mid-Way USA (Kansas) Chapter

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      • Richard M.
        Super Moderator
        • August 31, 1988
        • 11323

        #4
        Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

        Added some notes to Post#1 below.

        https://www.forums.ncrs.org/showthre...344#post923344

        Rich

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        • Mike T.
          Very Frequent User
          • January 1, 1992
          • 568

          #5
          Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

          That's great news. Thanks Rich.
          Mike T. - Prescott AZ.

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          • Edward B.
            Very Frequent User
            • January 1, 1988
            • 537

            #6
            Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

            A wise change. Well done.

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            • Michael J.
              Extremely Frequent Poster
              • January 27, 2009
              • 7118

              #7
              Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

              Interesting, a good way to cover your tracks, you can always say "I never said that, prove it..."
              Big Tanks In the High Mountains of New Mexico

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              • David H.
                Extremely Frequent Poster
                • June 30, 2001
                • 1521

                #8
                Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

                Originally posted by Michael Johnson (49879)
                Interesting, a good way to cover your tracks, you can always say "I never said that, prove it..."
                Mike

                You CAN'T edit your remarks when someone captures them with a "Reply With Quote".

                Maybe bribe a moderator?

                Dave

                BTW: Thanks for taking your Tankers to MCACN.
                Judging Chairman Mid-Way USA (Kansas) Chapter

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                • Michael J.
                  Extremely Frequent Poster
                  • January 27, 2009
                  • 7118

                  #9
                  Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

                  You're welcome, I have been avoiding it for a few years since I knew I would have to go through O'Hare, but I survived and it was an incredible show.
                  Big Tanks In the High Mountains of New Mexico

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                  • Richard M.
                    Super Moderator
                    • August 31, 1988
                    • 11323

                    #10
                    Re: Post Edit Timeout Removed

                    Originally posted by David Houlihan (36425)
                    Mike

                    You CAN'T edit your remarks when someone captures them with a "Reply With Quote".

                    Maybe bribe a moderator?

                    Dave

                    BTW: Thanks for taking your Tankers to MCACN.
                    And if one is Subscribed to the thread with Notifications on, the email sent will quote the posters 1st submitted post without any edits. Any edits will have to be viewed on the Forum itself.

                    Rich
                    P.S. Mike I saw your cars photos over on the CF thread. Very nice.

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