I will post this in both sections because it seems that a shitload of people (judging by the PMs I got) don't seem to understand. Happens... no biggie.
In the 2 Starburst sections, only Admins and Starburst can post there. Clarifications:
1- this is to avoid never-ending replies. Less posts here means not searching through 14 pages of posts to get one basic info
2- makes it easier to maintain
3- NO... you don't need a special membership to view any posts here. everyone else has a view-only access in these 2 categories.
4- YES... you can buy from Starburst, of course. We encourage it. A post stating PM SENT is not necessary here (nor is it ever in fact...)
5- they get a dedicated section merely because they are sponsoring the site. But to be honest, MAACA members will benefit just as much from it as I or any other admin will.
6- YES, you can PM them, no problem! In fact, I am sure they would be happy to hear from fellow MAACA members!
7- NO you are not being censored. You can post in the Forums section about ANYTHING. We just want to keep the Classifieds clean.
8- NO, it is not special treatment to block their sections from others. We all stated years ago that if the software permitted us to limit replies to any thread to the original author only, we would do it. But he software won't. BUT... it does permit us to limit who posts in a section.
9- NO... they didn't ask for a dedicated section in which they and only they can post. I suggested it. They are investing in it, therefore should get something back.
10- I have made the same offer to over 2 dozen other pinball and arcade related businesses. After 6 years, Starburst was the first to come up to the plate. If other businesses come forward, they will get the same priviledges.
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