I created the thread referenced by the OP that is now closed. Much to my chagrin.
Attached is the PM I received
[removed name of FT'er and copy of the Private Message per http://www.flyertalk.com/help/rules.php#messaging ]
For the record, he was not the only one that solicited me. I'm not sure how I feel about that but if it's against the TOS then it should be enforced.
I probably have a worse outlook on that now than I did back in September. Especially due to some recent developments since that thread was closed in regards to [redacted] business practices.
If the mods have any questions for me, let me know.