tutorial section thought...

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tutorial section thought...

« on: November 11, 2008, 02:14:58 AM »

In the tutorial section, the manner in which everything is list can sometimes irk me.
I would not mind helping out, if it is possible... but I would like a tutorial section where you open the main page, and on the page a table page can be set up where the tutorials are list in proper alphabetical order/category. Do away with title text that say "tutorial" or "how to" and each topic would be part or process specific. Like main headings Engine, Frame, Electrical, Aftermarket... then sub headings in alpha with specific topics that are hyperlinked to the posts.

New posts would of course have to be added to the table, but it would allow someone to efficiently find what they are looking for. Since the original post would still hold the original hyperlink, it's just a maintenance issue with updating the "sticky" that would have the BIG LIST.

Let me know if you want help for this, I can post or email an example that is functional or at least try to and see how it works.

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« Reply #2 on: November 11, 2008, 04:42:05 AM »

Right now were working on getting the home page to work.

When that's done I'll look into your idea.

Someone suggested the same type of thing for the faq page.

Since you already posted this list over there I stickied and locked it.

I think that's the only way of doing it anyway.


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Re: tutorial section thought...

« Reply #3 on: November 11, 2008, 05:58:00 AM »

Tried to improve the formatting but it's a lot of work. Need a break. Tongue

Edit: found a better way to do it


Drivetrain	Chain	Chain Installation (ducatitech.com)
		Chain Care and Maintenance (ducatitech.com)
		Tensioning

	Clutch	Installing new dry clutch plates
		Pressure Plate replacement
		Spring replacement EZ

	Sprocket	Changing to 14t on S2R800
		Install Quickchange (ducatitech.com)

	Wheels	Rear Spool Installation
		Removal/Installation Front Wheel
		Wheel Bearing, Alternator, Clutch, Fuel Pump and more

Electrical		Charging System
		Fixing broken taillight mount
		GPS install
		HID headlight
		Indicator switch repair
		Tachometer repair

Electrical/Frame		Lowering Headlight, Gauges, Nose Fairing

Engine		4V Cooling System
		Belt Servicing, Desmoquattro
		Belts, Loctited Allen Bolts on tensioner
		Changing Plugs in S4R
		Crankcase Breather Vent kit TPO Parts
		Cylinder Replacement: What it takes
		Desmoquatro Lubrication System
		Ducatitech Oil Change
		Emissions Canister Removal
		Fuel Level Sensor replace
		milky sight glass
		Oil Change skills critique
		Oil Screen Removal
		rocker pin removal no special tools
		S2R800 Camshaft Options
		Timing Belt repair ducatitech.com
		Valve Adjustment ducatitech.com

Exhaust		Chop and Core and Lower
		Coring S*R Cans
		painting cans 696
		S4R System

Frame		frame sliders 696
		Footpeg removal
		Sliders installation
		Tail Chop Bracket Schematic
		Tail Chop LED Indicators in Frame
		Triple Clamp Removal
		Tail Chop, PDF instructions

Fuel		Fuel System
		how to prop up fuel tank
		Cleaning Rust from Fuel tank
		get more in the 620 Multi
		Purging fuel/fumes from plastic tanks

General		Performing maintenance and modifications
		Torque Values

Handlebars		Heated Grips Installation
		How to replace
		Install Suburban Machinery Bars
		Levers, Pazo install 696
		levers 696

Manuals		620 Dark Owners Manual

Miscellaneous		Cleaning / Detailing your Monster
		How to screw up a great internet community
		Modifications, making your Duc unique
		Monkey Butt and Skin problems
		Movie or Slideshow for Youtube
		new bike break in procedure
		Paint Touch up
		Painting your Duc
		Pre Ride Checklist
		Removing rounded out bolt
		Repair shifter thread
		Seat, Making your own Gel Seat
		Shop Service Manual, the best
		Stickers, applying
		Stud removal
		Thread Repair
		Traffic Light trigger
		Trailer stowage for moving
		Trailering in a 22 foot rental truck
		Transporting your moto
		Washing Your Ducati
		Winter Storage
		Zipper Help
		How to Clean your visor in the field

Suspension		998 vs 999 Shock
		Adjusting Preload
		Adjusting Ride Height S4RS
		Fork Oil Change
		S*R Read Hub
		S2R Rear Shock Installation

Tools		basic ducati tools
		Make your own bike stand
		Tools and Garage Resource Links


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Re: tutorial section thought...

« Reply #4 on: November 11, 2008, 08:22:59 AM »

Now that there are more than just a coupla Tutorials getting them organized is great. waytogo

I've been independently toying with starting to get the FAQ section together in a similar fashion. It would include the current FAQs, new FAQS written by whomever and the existing Tutorials. That was the FAQ section's original intent. I haven't done anything yet because (a) the DMF is still developing a library of knowledge here -- the TOB had years worth of info; (b) it's hard to get motivated to do it a second time; and (c) I've been doin' other stuff like riding. Grin

It would be excellent if there was a small group of people specifically willing to put in the time to work on the FAQ section as a project.


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Re: tutorial section thought...

« Reply #5 on: November 23, 2008, 05:45:02 AM »

i like the idea of those boards getting organized, and also the idea of anyone with the time and inclination to help out.
but i also think its important that whatever final "organization" that takes place is uniform.

i.e -- if How-To gets set up to look like the example that msincredible posted above, then the FAQ should be set up the same way.

it would also be a good idea to have a "submit a FAQ" and "submit How To", similar to "report to moderator". essentially a PM function, this could either go to whichever mod picked it up, or to a designated individual. that person would review the post, to insure that it belonged in FAQ or How To, and then post it to the appropriate board. this would help to keep the "how do i....?" questions from overwhelming those boards.

anyway, thats my .02
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