Most of the problem with "new gangs" not being able to start out as quickly as they would like is due to their lack of skill plain and simple. Without the allying system that used to be in place, a gang can only have a max of 25 players fighting your gang for the base. If you have better leadership, and capitalize on their mistakes anyone can take a base. Sure 2017 this was a problem, because anyone who started a war wasn't only fighting the initial gang, but also their 5 allies. Since the allying system was removed, basing with new gangs is possible. Sure it might take a while to start, and your gang might not have the skill to last, but that's not the game's fault.