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Subject:Re: Suggestions/questions re: list upgrade discussions
From:Jake de Villiers
Date:Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:51:43 -0700

This is a pretty good way to search the Archives.

http://www.google.ca/custom?sitesearch=gerry.vanagon.com

On Tue, Aug 26, 2008 at 12:35 PM, neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi all.
>
> Re: slow searches on Vanagon archives. I generally search subject line
> only. It speeds up searches. Even when searching through a number of
> years. Works well for common topics. Especially if you know what terms
> to use. (see below)
>
> A suggestion (one I *try* to follow --- ;^)
>
> Make subject of email sent, clear.
>
> I'll bet there's awesome info in threads with unclear or "clever"
> subjects. (not knocking "clever")
>
> Is there a Vanagon.com page with Vanagon/Westy terms (slang and
> correct)? As a newb, I had to learn some of the terms used on this
> list. I'm sure I'm not alone.
>
> i.e. "Refer" = fridge. "LP" = liquid propane. etc.
>
> Would upgrading the Vanagon server hardware really make searches faster?
>
> I understand it may be a hassle to do, but count me in to donate a
> little $ if this will help.
>
> If it requires an "intervention", well, don't count me in!  --- ;^)
>
>
> Cheers,
>
> Neil.
>
> --
> Neil Nicholson '81 JettaWesty "Jaco
>
> http://groups.google.com/group/vanagons-with-vw-inline-4-cylinder-gas-engines
> http://web.mac.com/tubaneil
> http://tubaneil.googlepages.com/
>

--
Jake
1984 Vanagon GL
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Crescent Beach, BC
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