Just in case anyone else reads this thread and is in the same position: You DON'T need to create separate threads to up your post count. In fact, you don't have to make your own thread to up your post count. You can just post on any of the hundreds of threads already in existence.
Future reference for others checking this out - when posting to achieve the 10 post level, once you've posted that 10th post, it does take the system a while to recognize it and open the options. Usually 30-60 minutes, but could be longer.
Future reference for others checking this out - when posting to achieve the 10 post level, once you've posted that 10th post, it does take the system a while to recognize it and open the options. Usually 30-60 minutes, but could be longer.