Hi all -
Sorry to resurrect an old thread.
So... Do we know who has moderator privileges on the Windstar forum?
Recently, I've pointed several folks to the remarkably useful isolator bolt procedure here:
http://www.leckemby.net/windstar/windstar01.html, as well as wiswind's excellent '96 Windstar picture collection here:
http://community.webshots.com/album/201931518cScpNK
But I also recognize that active threads on these topics will get older, and harder for new members to find quickly. So they spend time stumbling through searches, and asking the same questions that have already been answered.
I believe moderators have the privileges required to create "sticky" threads that stay at the top of the forum list (yes, I checked the FAQ; this topic isn't covered). I believe we need a "sticky" thread to cover these commonly-asked Windstar questions, and to make sure links to useful items are always easy to find. If you're not sure what I mean by "sticky" threads, take a look at the Toyota MR2 forum here:
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...play.php?f=446; they've got several that are used to handle common questions.
This would also be a great opportunity to develop new procedures for other common questions (thermostats seem to be popular lately). Well-documented procedures, even for fairly simple jobs, are a great way to encourage new members who might otherwise be afraid to take on a repair the rest of us consider to be easy.
I've found this forum to be very useful. After solving several problems on my van, I've come to the conclusion that the Windstar is a competent and under-appreciated minivan - once certain issues are understood and dealt with. Yes, I wish Ford would pay more attention some details the first time around (like isolator bolts), but this forum can help all owners keep their vans running great with minimal hassle.
So... Who has moderator privileges?