There seems to be a consensus not to touch these comments. So be it.
But I ask you all to take the time and give specific hints whenever possible. Our site is very unique. We should help our new members to learn how it works, and we should give them the impression that we really want to help.
@jmort253@jmort253 had an interesting idea recently:
Here's a good suggestion for leaving helpful comments. Write them as if you're writing a note to your boss at a new job. Pretend like your boss posted the question and you're responding to it.