Birdy...
The only file I could find that was close to what you suggested was .limewire props. That was all, so I deleted that file, reopened Limewire and nope. No difference. I then decided radical surgery was necessary. So, I removed the entire app and then reinstalled it. And that's what it took. Limewire is now working as I had come to expect. I can also add that very few tears were shed.
I sincerely appreciate your time and efforts in my behalf. Assuming the stars are lined up properly, this will be the toughest problem you face throughout 2007.
Thank you,
= Writerguy =