Based on member feedback, here are some proposed changes to Carseat Swap. Please feel free to comment, as these changes are not yet implemented and may still be revised:
1) A new subforum would be created, for the purpose of "In Search Of" and "Price Check" posts. This forum would not be eligible for iTrader feedback or Problem Swappers feedback.
2) A second new subforum for Canada Swap would be created.
3) Both new subforums and the existing Swap-O-Rama subforum would be opened to allow all members with Community Member access (30 days registered, 10 posts, 10 rep) to post new threads.
4) Moderation queues for all Swap forums would be lifted, allowing for instant posting. Problem threads or violations would rely on members reporting them or moderators catching them as part of their normal routine.
5) All registered and approved members who do not yet have Community Member access would still be allowed to reply to existing Swap threads, as they do now, in the main Carseat Swap forum, the new Canada Swap forum and the Swap-O-Rama forum. Member replies would not be allowed in the new Price Check/ISO forum, since transactions are discouraged there.
6) The only change to the main Carseat Swap forum would be the removal of moderation queues for new threads. Posting access and other guidelines would remain as they are.
7) Subscriptions would still include posting access in the main Carseat Swap forum, as per the current system.