the limits that are in place for new members are there for a reason... it stops spammers from getting through... if everyone who has just signed up had all the rights of all members even automated computerized spammers could easily post and PM. So while there is an occasional down side to it, there is a need for it as well. people who really like the site and want to be active members and contribute to our forum will soon pass the limitations and have no more worries.