For myself, I will call this home for a spell. 'Specially seeing as how I just got banned from ASPD for the third friggin time.
As long as ECCIE only emulates ASPD in form and style, it will not last. It must be different... and better. The pleasant tone of the community is a start. But more must be done. After all, everyone is always feeling real congenial at the beginning of a new forum.
First, ECCIE needs to make sure the structure and policies are in place to prevent the problems that plague ASPD from occurring here. I have strong negative opinions about ASPD and its leadership based upon my personal experience and those related by others. My perception may not be accurate. But those that lead ECCIE need to be mindful of some of the serious problems that exist at ASPD and proactively address them with planning before they become a problem here.
Second, ECCIE must provide value-added features not easily imitated by other boards. This is difficult. But if achieved, it would ensure longevity. Just an idea -- I am not sure Gina (or ECCIE owners for that matter) would want to integrate both sites, but that would be a significant competitive advantage to both. ECCIE has no screening and P411 has a lame forum. Both would be better off.
Third, ECCIE must assert some ownership of content. Costco used to offer bags of ice at their DFW stores. Just as with other vendors, they have just one rule -- sell to whoever you want, just do not charge a competitor less than you charge Costco. One day the freezers of bagged ice were gone. Turns out the vendor accidentally sent an invoice to Costco that was meant for Sam's Club. It was for less. ECCIE must reward loyalty in some manner.
These are just some off the cuff thoughts. Hope they are helpful.
What are we looking for on ECCIE?
If I had to be up as early as you do...I'd probably be asleep by 7pm. 
