I think what VFX was saying is that you should possible have it so that a new member must start or respond to a few threads rather than joining, selling off something and then dissappearing. In other words just using the site as a buy+sell or a craigslist. Maybe not being able to go into the classified for say a week or two after joining?? I realize that buying and selling used equipment is a nice perk but it is really supposed to be a site for Q+A and support from other reef fanatics. I know it has been great for me, I have picked up so much information and have had some great suggestions for my system. Much more than the LFS would ever give me. So maybe a new member should still be on a trial basis?? Glad its not my decision..