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TPB:
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I don't put much weight into the posts from the Frizzle guy, while well intentioned he's just too wrapped up in the argument itself to the point I discard his comments
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I reckon the Frizzle guy (geez, that makes him sound like a charred french fry) should bump my quote from his sig, and replace it with this gem !
--- Quote from: Delgar on September 21, 2011, 02:36:19 am ---
This item is something I've been wanting for about 8 to 10 years.
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Dave opened up the pre-orders in 2006. Delgar, what took you so long ? ;D
--- Quote from: Delgar on September 21, 2011, 02:36:19 am ---
I've ordered parts from the ledwiz guy
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I think of him more as the TT2 guy.
SuprSprint:
--- Quote from: Delgar on September 21, 2011, 02:36:19 am ---I buy online regularly from the US, as in at least monthly, and the difference between USPS and UPS from the US to Canada is a matter of timing, pricing, trust, and customer service. The brokerage and shipping fees I'd have paid with UPS are high but I get real time tracking and accuracy, which USPS claims to have but doesn't. I have received packages shipped via USPS months ago that still show "shipping information received, awaiting pickup" on the USPS website. Their tracking system is not reliable for shipments to Canada, as they hand off the delivery to another agency.
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All true, including the previous comments about ridiculous UPS brokerage charges ($25-30 USD + shipping + VAT + customs). I had to stop shipping UPS to Canada because of the number of outraged customers receiving a $50 COD at the door for an item that was pre-paid. It is my understanding there is a class action against UPS in Canada for failure to disclose this practice. Honestly, it should be charged to the shipper with shipping at the beginning so there is no mistake. As it is, it's optional for the shipper and not mentioned at any time by UPS.
Also true that USPS tracking SUCKS. A few things can help. First, it must go via a trackable service like Priority Mail or Express. Delivery confirmation and/or customs numbers are useless for tracking. Second, the shipper MUST run a daily manifest and get it scanned (or walk into a PO), or most packages will never have any tracking info. Stupid yes, but it seems that the USPS system rejects scans from packages that lack initial pickup scans. Third, once the item is in transit, track it at the Canada post site. Data continues there once it's passed customs. Apparently it's some sort of state secret because after 10yrs as a shipper and many complaints to the USPS, it was a *customer* who clued me in to that tip.
--- Quote from: Delgar on September 21, 2011, 02:36:19 am ---there have been times I have refused delivery because the brokerage fees have been excessive (and guess what happens, most often UPS relents, sometimes within a day, and sometimes because when the shipper finds out what they charged for brokerage they threaten to switch shippers).
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Gotta say, this is a real :censored: move. When you refuse delivery because of COD fees, the shipper has to either allow the merchandise to be discarded or eat shipping BOTH ways to get it returned. I've done this once or twice when a recipient did not know about the fee and I felt that as a shipper I had an obligation to have known. But once I started warning customers up front about the UPS brokerage fees, I lost all sympathy for people who pull that stunt. You refuse UPS shipment, you get a refund minus ALL freight charges. i.e. you will see about $12 back when it's all done.
CheffoJeffo:
--- Quote from: Delgar on September 21, 2011, 02:36:19 am ---I don't put much weight into the posts from the Frizzle guy, while well intentioned he's just too wrapped up in the argument itself to the point I discard his comments (personal opinion only), but there is enough from others, and RAM itself, to be concerned.
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I tried to believe in RAM for a long time, the same way that people tried to believe in SlikStik. Frizz was right then and is right now.
I put far more weight into his posts than yours, especially the bull about shipping to Canada -- read Subby's guide on cgcc (and note the part of pdoolittle's post about tracking on the CP website ... he is the first person, other than me, who seems to understand that).
leapinlew:
--- Quote from: FrizzleFried on September 20, 2011, 12:05:51 pm ---If only more people were honest about who they are we'd have less RAM CONTROLS issues.
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I wasn't going to post. I was going to let you go on your merry way, but the quoted line made me chuckle. While you may post with no filters, many others are concerned with their online identities. You want people to be honest how they are but you bash, belittle and berate anyone who says\does anything that isn't in line with your way of thinking. Lets imagine some enthusiasts doesn't know any better and orders from RAM controls. Why in the world would they post anything here sharing their story when all that will happen is a digital beat down from you? In short, they can't be honest how they are with you prowling around ready to pounce.
What you are doing is nothing more than trying to be a bully. If anything, you are forcing people to go underground and order in secrecy and no one feels compelled to share a personal negative story. You think you're helping your cause or hurting it?
And exactly how am I doing a disservice to the community? I don't appreciate you indicating that by not jumping on your bandwagon, I am somehow part of the problem. I'm going to give you an opportunity to take that back in the hopes you wrote it in error.
Obviously this is just my opinion, and we already know you don't value other peoples opinions. I'm not entirely sure why I wrote this. Maybe in the hopes you could tone it down a little.
FrizzleFried:
Lew, look man... we have two different opinion on how to tackle this issue (obviously). There is no need for either of us to "cut down" one another as I am quite sure we both have the same goal. I apologize for saying you're doing a disservice to the community by not subscribing to my "way" of tackling this issue. While I think "my way" is the better way... you obviously differ in that opinion.
That does not change my opinions on RAM nor will it likely change how I deal with them in general... though I will try to take a step back before pigeon-holing different peoples opinions on the matter in to a "FOR" or "AGAINST" slot. Taking a look back I can see where the "if you're not with us you're against us" mentality could be off-putting. I still feel that if you contribute a CENT to the thieves you're doing a disservice to those who got burned, and I am not sure how I can "change" that opinion...or if I want to "change" that opinion... though i certainly need to come up with a more diplomatic way to convey said opinion for fear of upsetting the sensibilities of some.
While I've pumped my chest a bit in here ... I've never said I don't value other peoples opinions (did I?)... I simply said I don't filter what I say through a "will [put name here] be offended" filter. I also did say I don't care what people think about me IN REGARDS TO THIS ISSUE... because I've already taken the ---steaming pile of meadow muffin--- over it. Basically I will/do own what I say... and take responsibility... and have a tendency to be direct and honest. I am not a diplomat and could never be. At least you know where I stand at all times, unlike some folks out there.
I suppose the bottom line is that I am me. Good... bad... ugly...
...human.