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Old 02-20-2006, 09:25 AM
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I ordered some light bulbs for the MIL's TT (since you can't get them locally except from the dealer). My order summary showed no shipping charge, so I placed the order. The order confirmation page and email both showed shipping as free. Then, when I get the tracking number I see an $7.95 shipping charge tacked - for *ground* shipping on two light bulbs that collectively weigh 3oz.

I wouldn't be upset except that there was no indication before this that shipping charges would be added later (and the bulbs were <8 ea). Browsing their site I found info about this on their Policy page, but I still find the whole thing unpleasant.

and yes, I've emailed them but not yet received a reply
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Default I, and numerous others, used them to buy the Phatnoise

Sorry to hear that you had trouble with them. My experience was quite pleasant. However, a shipping charge of $7.95 on a Phatnoise is easier to swallow than on a couple light bulbs.

I think you have a strong argument to get the $7.95 cleared. When buying anything online, I expect the final amount billed to me to be identical to the amount shown at checkout.

Keep fighting...Good luck!
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They told me it's a management policy and nothing they can do
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sounds like crappy disclosure to me. I seriously dislike hidden charges
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2nd. Tnx for the info, will make sure not to buy from them.
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Default I've used them before with good results-i had no hidden charges

I bought quite a few parts from them and they were very helpful.
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Default They disclose their shipping policy and charge at the bottom of some of the pages on that site.

"S&H will be calculated at time of shipment, with a $7.95 minimum."
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