1. yes

2. Set the default group to have a pm count of 0; set a "post count" group (new group) to have X amount of pm's; then once they make X posts they'll be allowed PM's.

3. see #2

4. They should

5. PHPAds New; however this would include setting it up adn some people find it difficult.

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