Good forums come mainly from good moderation - and that is irrespective of size too. We are fairly lucky that our subject isn't particularly controversial, and it is also something most are fond of - that helps. I have seen the worst of forums (and I've seen plenty) and would say that the two most shocking examples were one about 100 times smaller than this, and one about 100 times bigger. In both cases it seemed to be collections of packs of angry wolves, ripping each other to pieces - one supported by the admin (who joined in the attacks or even started them) and the other pretty much ignored by the admin/moderators. Having a differing opinion to the main gangs on either was a lethal mistake. I would struggle to hold my own so God only knows what it must be like for a first time forumer looking to find out what time the barber opens
You'll never please everyone, but I think we do fairly well here. We generally answer the question satisfactorily before taking the mick