"The Moderators are being too kind... or is it more likely that nobody cares to read this drivel anymore?"
The Mods aren't being kind. We try never to edit/delete posts or close threads, and only do so when it's unavoidable. There's been nothing to justify intervention.
SilsoeSid's style and humour may not appeal to everyone but the thread's been read 13,196 times so it obviously appeals to others. It's given lots of publicity to Barry's brave attempt and kept us informed of his progress.
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