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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2015 21:08:53 GMT
I put the fact that I sold the crazy wonderful carved horse heads on the woo hoo thread. Anyway I finially got them packed and ready to go. I had put in the listing that I would mail priority. The box weighs 13lbs.
When I look on the USPS website I check that it's a large box 18" X 15" X 15". The USPS discounted online price is 22.78.
When I calculate the postage on eBay, I don't see a place to put in dimensions. I check off large package and the price is 7.21. While I love the difference in price I want to make sure that I'm doing this correctly so that the package gets there without issues.
Help and guidance is appreciated.
Thanks
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Post by val2525 on Jun 7, 2015 21:17:57 GMT
In the eBay shipping window, pick the method you want (large package), then click on the blue link "change weight and dimensions" under package weight. 
A popup window will open that has the area where you can set package dimensions.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2015 21:24:22 GMT
Wow good to know that's there. I just entered it and postage is still coming up 7.21. This is strange because I just sent a package that was just over a pound priority and was charged a higher rate. I even went back to make sure I had not entered the weight as 1lb 3oz in error.
Would you just go with it and be thankful or question further.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2015 21:48:57 GMT
Well I've decided to go for it. Printed the label and it does show 13lbs priority and postage paid. I figure I shouldn't kick a gift horse in the mouth. Pardon the pun.
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Post by val2525 on Jun 7, 2015 21:49:34 GMT
What does it come up as on the usps site?
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Post by sunsetpainter on Jun 8, 2015 0:00:50 GMT
How far is it going from you? I've had some fairly nice surprises when shipping heavy stuff PM when the destination is close to me.
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Post by zoesam on Jun 8, 2015 0:40:50 GMT
Probably an oversize pkg, not a "large" pkg. IDK for sure tho, as I don't recall the cutoff dimensions. Double check that it isn't oversized. I believe it is.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2015 0:55:45 GMT
Traveling from Atlanta GA to Texas USPS is $22.78. I put the dimensions in. I guess I will hold my breath and check on it all the way through.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2015 5:47:33 GMT
Personally, I'd void the original label and print a new one with the correct postage amount. So far for me, the cheapest calculated counter rate via eBay for 2-lbs going a short distance was $7.05 for a large pkg...Tyvek or shoe box.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2015 16:07:06 GMT
Yes I think the issue is you are selecting large package when it should be oversized. Double check the requirements but that is probably where the discrepancy is coming in. Personally I would try that and void the first one if necessary. I wouldn't just ship and hope for the best since the buyer could get slammed with a insufficient postage fee.
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Post by jandsknight on Jun 8, 2015 16:33:51 GMT
Changing the weight & dimensions can be tricky. It often reverts to the original. You have to change something on the original screen, then click "change dimensions". After changing dimensions, etc. you must calculate & save. Then it may work.
I had to change one yesterday. It was a first class package and I only had to change the number of ounces but I still had to go through the process 3 times before I got the order of entries correct so it didn't revert to the original weight.
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