while I do understand your logic behind this (and whole heatedly agree that tech is what specific model forums are /should be about) I'm actually also surprised by this thread, and should mention that we've also had this conversation before with some other members!!
Yes the search function bites from time to time, but it's also rare that I have not found what I'm looking for with a little patience.
We already have a pretty good base for topics on this site, it's really up to you guys to place your information accordingly [;)] and the moderator's (Jay and I) to modify or change locations if deemed necessary.
You can also use the "sticky" feature to keep an important thread on the top for easy access.
(nbnbnb mod's note, I do generally police this closely, but do let some topics slide from time to time when deemed nessesary[;)][;)][;)][;)])
-General wedge chit chat; for wedge realted gossip
-TR7; for tech related to the 4 pot
-TR8; for tech related to the 8 cyl
-Sprint; for the multi-valve four
-variants and 6 cyls; (which should be combined imho)for the one off's
-events; to keep up to date on happening local and on the other side
-spotted; for the paparazzi [;)]
-for sale; for complete cars and parts (two sections obviously)
-other cars; for tech and misc ramblings
-general chat; for off-topics
-blogs; for individual resto-project follow-ups
Ron.