If you want to view the whole thread simply delete the word...

If you want to view the whole thread simply delete the word single in the address bar and replace it with the word thread, ie:

http://www.hotcopper.com.au/post_single.asp?fid=4&tid=68966&sym=&MSGNO=74050#74050

http://www.hotcopper.com.au/post_thread.asp?fid=4&tid=68966&sym=&MSGNO=74050#74050

it's a pain in the ass doing it for every topic but it is a way to get around the problem...