Bill,
I understand that "ranks" are not needed, and
Tony, yes, anyone with just a little sense, can see clearly who is experienced or helpful and who is not.

However, I still think that introducing say 6 levels scattered in say 50, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1600 posts and of course "re-rank" everyone here acording to number of posts, will make thinks even.
Thanks for replying guys.
Theodore