How long is too long?

442much · January 29th, 2009, 09:04 PM

I saw a thread that was posted in 2006. I thought of answering it however I wondered if it was ignored for a reason. It was a valid question and even if the person wouldn't see the answer, it may prove useful to some other members.

The thread was "Canadian vs. American". The poster wanted to know the difference (if any) between Canadian and US built Cutlasses. I've heard that Canadian 442's were supposed to have the 12 bolt Chevy rear end where as the US 442's had Oldsmobile rear ends.

Anyway, back to the matter at hand...when is a post too old to answer? Opinions?

daves62 · January 29th, 2009, 09:21 PM

I would think it would depend on the thread

OKIEOLDS · January 30th, 2009, 09:21 AM

I went to a thread the other day and people were responding 10 years after the fact.

Oldsguy · January 30th, 2009, 11:11 AM

If your purpose is to provide information for all readers, and remembering that every item we post on the internet is there forever, probably there is no limitation. It might be a good idea to preclude your reply with "I know this has been a long time, but for general knowledge of present members....." or something like that.

Lady72nRob71 · January 30th, 2009, 11:43 AM

If a legitimate question was asked long ago and there was no answer ever given, feel free to post the answer.
If you would like to add some unmentioned facts to a subject, then those are welcomed also.
This forum is for just that purpose - to provide a wealthy source of information about Olds.

If you are interested in an old "for sale" or "wanted" post, try sending a PM or email to the poster to see if he/she is still interested in the sale / request, as he or she may not even be watching the forum often.

aliensatemybuick · January 30th, 2009, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lady72nRob71

If a legitimate question was asked long ago and there was no answer ever given, feel free to post the answer.
If you would like to add some unmentioned facts to a subject, then those are welcomed also.
This forum is for just that purpose - to provide a wealthy source of information about Olds.

If you are interested in an old "for sale" or "wanted" post, try sending a PM or email to the poster to see if he/she is still interested in the sale / request, as he or she may not even be watching the forum often.

I agree..even if the original poster has moved on, the answer may provide useful info. to someone else interested in that topic (and who may even be searching through old posts, only to find an unanswered question).

Oldsguy · January 30th, 2009, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lady72nRob71

...If you are interested in an old "for sale" or "wanted" post, try sending a PM or email to the poster to see if he/she is still interested in the sale / request, as he or she may not even be watching the forum often.

Good idea, we may incorporate that into a sticky announcement at the top of that forum that encourages just that.

442much · January 30th, 2009, 05:58 PM

Great guys. These are good suggestions. Thanks.

January 29th, 2009, 09:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
442much Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta Posts: 477	How long is too long? I saw a thread that was posted in 2006. I thought of answering it however I wondered if it was ignored for a reason. It was a valid question and even if the person wouldn't see the answer, it may prove useful to some other members. The thread was "Canadian vs. American". The poster wanted to know the difference (if any) between Canadian and US built Cutlasses. I've heard that Canadian 442's were supposed to have the 12 bolt Chevy rear end where as the US 442's had Oldsmobile rear ends. Anyway, back to the matter at hand...when is a post too old to answer? Opinions? __________________ Ken www.oldsnorthernlights.com 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL / 3.8 V6 1976 Oldsmobile 442 / 455 V8 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2057807 http://v8cars.hu/73-77cutlassregistr...=4664fd557339a "When you turn your car on, does it return the favour?"

January 29th, 2009, 09:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
daves62 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 210	I would think it would depend on the thread __________________ *Dave*

January 30th, 2009, 09:21 AM	#3 (permalink)
OKIEOLDS Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 34	I went to a thread the other day and people were responding 10 years after the fact. __________________ Am I old because I own a olds! I THINK NOT! 70 olds cutlass convertible

January 30th, 2009, 11:11 AM	#4 (permalink)
Oldsguy Hot Rodder at heart Administrator Join Date: May 2004 Location: Lees Summit MO Posts: 5,360	If your purpose is to provide information for all readers, and remembering that every item we post on the internet is there forever, probably there is no limitation. It might be a good idea to preclude your reply with "I know this has been a long time, but for general knowledge of present members....." or something like that. __________________ Dan '77 Cutlass Supreme '46 2 door "The rocket 455.....it's a sledgehammer approach to a thumbtack world" LuxBlue of HAMB.

January 30th, 2009, 11:43 AM	#5 (permalink)
Lady72nRob71 Moderator Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Plano, TX Posts: 1,916	If a legitimate question was asked long ago and there was no answer ever given, feel free to post the answer. If you would like to add some unmentioned facts to a subject, then those are welcomed also. This forum is for just that purpose - to provide a wealthy source of information about Olds. If you are interested in an old "for sale" or "wanted" post, try sending a PM or email to the poster to see if he/she is still interested in the sale / request, as he or she may not even be watching the forum often. __________________ -Rob Young 1972 Cutlass Supreme Convertible (442 clone) -"Lady" (My mistress...) http://www.flickr.com/photos/robsalbum/sets/ 1986 Cutlass Supreme Coupe - "Pristine" 1978 Ford (Old Faithful) a.k.a. "the Tramp" 1997 Cadillac STS (for sale - too many cars!) 1999 Harley Davidson Sportster - "the Freedom Machine"

January 30th, 2009, 05:58 PM	#8 (permalink)
442much Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Sherwood Park, Alberta Posts: 477	Great guys. These are good suggestions. Thanks. __________________ Ken www.oldsnorthernlights.com 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL / 3.8 V6 1976 Oldsmobile 442 / 455 V8 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2057807 http://v8cars.hu/73-77cutlassregistr...=4664fd557339a "When you turn your car on, does it return the favour?"

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