Yes time limits were implemented for editing exchange areas related to this thread: Removal of prices in exchange threads | Oakley Forum
The issue is, too many people simply change titles to "Sold", once an item is gone, or edit thread contents - but then it essentially takes away the value of the thread from future members who can use it as a reference point - on top of the fact that you end up with exchange littered with them.
Search results for reference: Search Results for Query: SOLD | Oakley Forum
Seems like there are members on both sides of this change, so it may be need to be discussed further.
The issue is, too many people simply change titles to "Sold", once an item is gone, or edit thread contents - but then it essentially takes away the value of the thread from future members who can use it as a reference point - on top of the fact that you end up with exchange littered with them.
Search results for reference: Search Results for Query: SOLD | Oakley Forum
Seems like there are members on both sides of this change, so it may be need to be discussed further.