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Old Jul 10, 2022 | 10:41 AM
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This is listed under my sign on name, how did it get their?
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Old Jul 10, 2022 | 10:43 AM
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It's a new thing from the parent company of the forum. Dumb as hell, but it's their playground, so their rules.
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Old Jul 10, 2022 | 07:46 PM
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Mine says drifting, have seen others say team owner.
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Old Jul 10, 2022 | 08:09 PM
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It's based on how many posts you've made here
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Old Jul 11, 2022 | 10:15 PM
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Thank you for the explanation, can you say Whacko!!!!
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Old Jul 12, 2022 | 04:27 PM
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It's based on how many posts you've made here
How did you get yours to say “Night owl for life”?

Just go edit it?
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Old Jul 12, 2022 | 04:32 PM
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I think you need a paid membership to change your title.
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How did you get yours to say “Night owl for life”?
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