I also can not use "search." When I try to insure "my profile" is complete , I get this same message:

"oldswimmer, you do not have permission to access this page. This could be due to one of several reasons ... 1. and 2."

So what additional info do I need to provide so I use "search" and/or verify "my profile" as well as other Pool Forum features ... especially getting an answer to the "lime softening" questions I posted a week ago??