How do we make them realize the importance of ranking up and getting merits?
You can use the forum very well even if you don't rank up to Legendary member rank.
Make a few good posts and rank up to Junior member and can post with less restriction on waiting time between 2 posts. It is enough to enjoy the forum.
What are the time limits on posting and the levels??
I know 360 seconds are for new people like me, but was wondering if there was break down somewhere on this.
waittime = 360;
if(activity >= 15)
waittime = (int)(90 - activity);
if(activity >= 60)
waittime=(int)(34.7586 - (0.0793103 * activity));
if(activity >= 100)
waittime = max((int)(14-(activity/50)), 4);