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I am only new to this site but after reading this thread it is clear that there are a lot of passionate members.
I would have to agree that it is rude to just join, download the manuals and not contribute in someway.
Another way to stop spamming from people trying to reach the 25 post.
Is to keep the 25 post requirement but have 2 options when signing up.
1. Keep the original sign up as it is now.
2. Add an extra option, where for a small donation you already start with 25 post.
This would allow for the people who just wanted the manual to be able to download it without posting all the crap (I don't think this will breach copyright laws because the donation is not directly for the manual).
The second option may also motivate people to become more involved with the forum after they have the manual.