I'm really sorry to hear of this, though I wonder if there really isn't a middle path. I do NOT mean to make matters worse by bringing this up, it is only in response to private and public messaging about the situation.
In all honesty, if all you did was spin off the Forum onto a completely different platform that didn't have the issues, it would be a big plus. The content that is kept in the older part of the site could be referenced by links, but it shouldn't be allowed to be a hindrance to the 'live' aspect of your community. Something for you, Len and anyone else with a vested interest to consider.
I always wish you well in these matters and hope that something good may come of it.
very best regards,
Jon
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