Well I had my issues there too.. they take it a bit tooooo seriously.. I think even eBay is more relaxed!
Can you reply to my PM on amibay sometime as I'd like to take you up on your kind offer of refunding the extra postage

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Yes, amibay is strict: it's first and foremost a trading forum, not a discussion forum so things *are* different. I am a moderator on there and I can sincerely assure you that the team do take all moderation actions very, very seriously. Nothing is random or haphazard, it is all done to make the trading community a better place. It is without doubt a lot more strict than other Amiga forums, but nowhere near as strict as other trading forums (see avforums.com for a good example).
Constructive feedback on rules and moderation is actively welcomed: get involved!
Magnetic, I'll not comment on your case other than to say you were given the chance to appeal and I understand you didn't reply.