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FOR SALE GROUP BUY: Reproduction SLS Reservoir & Label

(9:45 ET 3 August) We are currently 15 reservoirs (23.4%) short of our order commitment, should we:

  • Reduce the order and collect the difference between the current discount and the lesser discount

    Votes: 3 25.0%
  • Move forward with the current purchase level and payments not completed will pay a 15% carry cost

    Votes: 3 25.0%
  • Wait for everyone to submit their payment

    Votes: 6 50.0%

  • Total voters
    12
  • Poll closed .
Update for the stickers:

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Now there is a very slight difference in color which will be corrected and the clocking of the part# although not visible with cap on is incorrect and will be corrected. I will update with pricing once this is completed next week.

Thanks,

Jeff
 

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update #2

In the process to get a color match I was informed that a scan of the original label was needed. Well the original label was damaged upon removal, however, it did allow for a computer scan which yielded a color match.

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Jeff
 
Jeff, will the decals be available for sale separately from the tanks?

:apl:
 
Cool! I may interested in a few decals, depending on the price. Thanks!
 
:update:

My apologies as (a) work got in the way of fun and (b) I was awaiting a final clarification from the reservoir supplier on VAT.

New date for payment will be 29 July. I will provide an update on the total cost for your order (Germany-Virginia UPS Shipping portion, Reservoir, Label, Virginia-500EBoard location USPS Shipping) to be sent via PayPal


Robert
 
I just confirmed that my order quantities are correct, and sounds good, hopefully your shipping rates are good.

Being located in Canada, I always need to shop around for the best shipping rates and methods to reduce customs and duties if possible - if it comes down to it, can I send you some shipping labels to use to ship over? I have a pretty good rate with my business account over retail.
 
@Ntrepid -- We'll plan to make the trek up to Fairfax on a Tyson's Corner shopping trip, or maybe I'll visit my company's campus in Reston one of these days, so I shan't need shipping. Maybe I'll use that trip as the break-in run for my E500 after everything's done with the Top-End job.
 
:update:

My apologies as (a) work got in the way of fun and (b) I was awaiting a final clarification from the reservoir supplier on VAT.

New date for payment will be 29 July. I will provide an update on the total cost for your order (Germany-Virginia UPS Shipping portion, Reservoir, Label, Virginia-500EBoard location USPS Shipping) to be sent via PayPal


Robert
May I get In on this gorgeous work of yours please? I am in need of (4) decals

thanks jorden
 
May I get In on this gorgeous work of yours please? I am in need of (4) decals

thanks jorden

@Jordel1965 No problem.

@Ntrepid I was told the labels/decals were run on Friday and I should expect delivery Monday or Tuesday along with the Invoice so I can update actual images and finally the cost per label.

Running a little behind schedule.

Jeff
 
:update:

I converted the price of the reservoir in EUR (42.71) to USD (49.77) using Oanda on 25 July 2020.

I have also received pricing on the high temperature labels which @captruff is having designed, printed and die cut. Here is the price breakdown:

Quantity of Labels OrderedPrice/Label (USD)
1​
8.50​
2​
7.75​
3​
7.00​
4+​
6.50​

These values are now in the table. The column Order Subtotal (USD) is calculated by this formula:

Order Subtotal = (# of Units x 49.77) + [(# of Units + # of Extra Labels) x Price/Label in table]

The next step for me is to calculate shipping to deliver the units to you.

Now is the time to make changes (up or down) to your order. If you have any questions/comments, please let me know.

For those of you who (a) will pick up your order in person or (b) will provide a shipping label, or (c) have a shipping cost on your order in the table, you can submit PayPal payment to kondilas@ieee.org now. All others will have to wait until I have made a shipping estimate.


Robert
 
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Robert,
Your original post indicated a unit to be one reservoir with label which I interpreted to mean a label was included with the reservoir for the unit price and additional labels would be extra.

I see that I interpreted incorrectly and the labels are not included in the unit price. Not a deal breaker for me, just wanted to point it out.

Anyway, thanks for putting this together and let us know the shipping cost when available.

Cheers,
Glen
 
Robert,
Your original post indicated a unit to be one reservoir with label which I interpreted to mean a label was included with the reservoir for the unit price and additional labels would be extra.

I see that I interpreted incorrectly and the labels are not included in the unit price. Not a deal breaker for me, just wanted to point it out.

Anyway, thanks for putting this together and let us know the shipping cost when available.

Cheers,
Glen

HI Glen -

Sorry for any confusion, I listed units (reservoir & label) for sale to make it easy for someone to just say "I need 2" and not have to call out that they needed labels as well. I then was asked if we could sell the labels separately so I added that in for people who just may want to freshen up their existing reservoir. In full transparency, I wanted to also show the price we were getting from the supplier for the reservoir since per label pricing was unknown and not sure if there would be a volume discount on them.

If you want to change your order, there is still time. This is why I updated the table so people can double check. Your technically not committed until you send you PayPal payment :p

Robert
 
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No worries, I still want one reservoir and three labels. Thanks!
 
I too assumed that each tank came with a label together as a unit, and that any label orders would be IN ADDITION to the tank + label order.

So, by the new/clarified rules, my order would be for TWO bare tanks and FOUR labels.
 
I need to amend my order as well. FOUR bare tanks & SIX labels please!

Tank total: $199.08
Sticker total: $39.00
Grand total: $238.08

Please confirm that is correct.

Thank you for putting this group buy together!!!
 
Thanks! Dunno how I missed that post. :facepalm:

Please put me down for 4 labels - thanks!

:spend:
 
:update:

I converted the price of the reservoir in EUR (42.71) to USD (49.77) using Oanda on 25 July 2020.

I have also received pricing on the high temperature labels which @captruff is having designed, printed and die cut. Here is the price breakdown:

Quantity of Labels OrderedPrice/Label (USD)
1​
8.50​
2​
7.75​
3​
7.00​
4+​
6.50​

These values are now in the table. The column Order Subtotal (USD) is calculated by this formula:

Order Subtotal = (# of Units x 49.77) + [(# of Units + # of Extra Labels) x Price/Label in table]

The next step for me is to calculate shipping to deliver the units to you.

Now is the time to make changes (up or down) to your order. If you have any questions/comments, please let me know.

For those of you who (a) will pick up your order in person or (b) will provide a shipping label, or (c) have a shipping cost on your order in the table, you can submit PayPal payment to kondilas@ieee.org now. All others will have to wait until I have made a shipping estimate.


Robert


Confirming my order remains the same. 2 tanks, 4 labels. Paypal sent. When shipment is ready I will email you a shipping label. Thank you.
 
:update:

I have now calculated shipping rate for all domestic orders in quantities of 2 reservoirs or less using USPS Priority Mail shipping either in (a) a poly bag, (b) a medium flat rate box, (c) a large flat rate box, and (d) a flat rate envelope for labels only.

What you need to do next if you are part of this group buy:
  1. Find your name in the table
  2. Verify your order quantities (# of reservoirs, # of labels)
  3. Submit PayPal payment on or before 29 July to kondilas@ieee.org (using the Friends & Family option to avoid fees) for the Order Total amount in orange
If you have ordered a single reservoir, you will also need to choose if you want it shipped in a poly bag or if you want a medium flat rate box. Based on your choice, make the associated payment

If you ordered more than 2 reservoirs or are an international recipient in this Group Buy, I am going to have to determine shipping costs separately so please submit payment for just the reservoir now so that I can place the order with Germany.

I will update the table in the first post to reflect your payment received.

Please let me know if you have any questions/concerns.


Robert

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Polybag Fitment

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Medium Flat Rate Box Fitment (1 of 2)

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Medium Flat Rate Box Fitment (2 of 2)

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Large Flat Rate Box Fitment​
 
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:update:

I have now calculated shipping rate for all domestic orders in quantities of 2 reservoirs or less using USPS Priority Mail shipping either in (a) a polybag, (b) a medium flat rate box, (c) a large flat rate box, and (d) a flat rate envelope for labels only.

What you need to do next if you are part of this group buy:
  1. Find your name in the table
  2. Verify your order quantities (# of reservoirs, # of labels)
  3. Submit PayPal payment on or before 29 July to kondilas@ieee.org (using the Friends & Family option to avoid fees) for the Order Total amount in orange
If you have ordered a single reservoir, you will also need to choose if you want it shipped in a poly bag or if you want a medium flat rate box. Based on your choice, make the associated payment

If you ordered more than 2 reservoirs or are an international recipient in this Group Buy, I am going to have to determine shipping costs separately so please submit payment for just the reservoir now so that I can place the order with Germany.

I will update the table in the first post to reflect the payment received.

Please let me know if you have any questions/concerns.


Robert
Payment of $146.64 sent for line 51, Steve h
 
Payment just made. Let me know when the postage Is arranged.

Many thanks for arranging this, I can well imagine the time it swallows up!

Steve
 
Thanks again, Robert. Sent $119.04 for 2 bare tanks plus four stickers from linen@mac. I'll pick up from you when they are ready.

Much appreciated.

Jamie
 
Thank you so much for your tireless efforts @Ntrepid. This is a logistical undertaking that is very much underappreciated! I have paypalled you the $80.32 for 1 tank + 1 sticker in a medium rate flat box. I didn't see an orange number to the right, but I just copied the same orange number that @a777fan has ---- same coast, same goods, and figured that was correct. If I have it wrong, just please LMK, I'll fix it. Thank you!
 
Update #3 The labels have been finished!

My neighbor who made the labels is Avion Graphic and they specialize in aircraft labels. They are a high quality decal.
see attached images...color and clocking of the part# corrected

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I will be sending the labels to Ntrepid so that he can distribute with the reservoir bottles. I have a few extras made so in the futures those needing labels can simply contact Robert or myself.

Thanks,

Jeff
 
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Update #3 The labels have been finished!

My neighbor who made the labels is Avion Graphic and they specialize in aircraft labels. They are a high quality decal.
see attached images...color and clocking of the part# corrected

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I will be sending the labels to Ntrepid so that he can distribute with the reservoir bottles. I have a few extras made so in the futures those needing labels can simply contact Robert or myself.

Thanks,

Jeff
Very nice work, Sir! Thank you.

drew
 

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