So at the end of the day, it sounds like the antiquated software is the major roadblock.
Maybe the best solution is to start a brand new ChiefsPlanet with new software, lock ALL old threads from any new postings and signups, keep the site up for viewing and ads to generate income with a link on the new site, make everyone signup on the new site with their old user names, and then there is NO migration.
All you need is a new server.
Seems much faster, no migration of all the old stuff except user data.
Am I missing something?
