cannot build linux-odroid-u2

[v01d]

Hi, I just submitted an issue to github since I cannot recompile the linux-odroid-u2 package and it was immediately closed without reason. I don't understand why. I'm seeking for help here.
This is the link to the issue: https://github.com/archlinuxarm/PKGBUILDs/issues/1230

[WarheadsSE]

Because if you read the error message, it states the issue is with gcc5

This kernel has not been re-built since Jan 12, 2015.

[v01d]

I'm aware the issue is with gcc 5. What I don't understand is how is this invalid since, from what I understand, this is preventing recompilation of the odroid kernel.

Is there a reason why this kernel is version 3.8? Maybe it is better to update the kernel to a newer version, which should be compatible with gcc 5. But maybe there's another issue preventing that.

[WarheadsSE]

You'd want to take that one up with Hardkernel, as we're using their source trees.

[v01d]

Ok, so until that is solved. What would be the workaround to re-building this package for odroid U3? Should I install an older gcc?

[moonman]

These 2 patches will let you compile the kernel but you need to disable wireless drivers for 8192cu and 8812au. I haven't had time to see what needs patched yet.

[v01d]

Thank you. With these patches and not only disabling the aforementioned modules but also the 8712 driver, I was able to build.
If there's interest I can make a pull request with these changes.
The modules could probably be re-enabled by fixing the problems with extern inline function definitions (see https://gcc.gnu.org/gcc-5/porting_to.html ), however it is more that I can do at the moment.