The thread rating feature seems like it would be particulary useful on a travel board such as FT. In fact,
I think that you implied as much:
Let me see who posted a one-star and see if it is a true common fault among certain members. I'm really not one to play Big Brother on FlyerTalk, but if called to investigate something like this, then play that role temporarily I can. Frankly, I'd rather get rid of a few of these members than get rid of the ratings feature. It can serve a purpose, hopefully a positive one.
Did you bounce those members who were abusing the feature and, if so, can we bring back thread ratings?