I think the thread was harmless, but as far as moderating goes this forum is one of the best. Because it doesn't happen very often I think a thread to discuss other things could have be left with a warning that too much deviation from tanks would be dealt with.

Remain calm guys. Moderating is a thankless job and I think they do a real good job of it on here. A little unfortunate not to be given a little leaway, but I think we all agree, if content outside of RC tanks was allowed to expand having a separate RC tank forum could be in jeopardy. I.e the moderators we asked to start a specific RC tank forum so we wouldn't have to search out threads that pertained to tanks. IF we turn around and now say we want to talk about general hobby stuff, then we have a 180 degree turn in position from before.