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Old 12-07-2008, 11:12 PM
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A few months back, i found a procharger on Craigslist for 2,600 dollars. I jumped on it. Since then, i didnt recieve the procharger, filed a dispute with paypal, won the dispute, but was informed by paypal that NO funds could be recovered from the seller's account. What do I do now? Thats like my entire summer's work gone. (Im just a kid) Any info would be appreciated.

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Originally Posted by 70hemicuda
A few months back, i found a procharger on Craigslist for 2,600 dollars. I jumped on it. Since then, i didnt recieve the procharger, filed a dispute with paypal, won the dispute, but was informed by paypal that NO funds could be recovered from the seller's account. What do I do now? Thats like my entire summer's work gone. (Im just a kid) Any info would be appreciated.

Thank you
Man... They were pros at it then. They took the money, then closed their accounts, so that no funds could be had. Idk what to do, but I'll look into it for you.
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The wierd thing is, the seller has contacted me since then trying to tell me that he will send it. That confuses me. If i stole 2600 dollars, i wouldnt keep talking to the victim. LOL
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Originally Posted by 70hemicuda
The wierd thing is, the seller has contacted me since then trying to tell me that he will send it. That confuses me. If i stole 2600 dollars, i wouldnt keep talking to the victim. LOL
Now THAT'S weird... How old are you? Did you make it obvious you were young?
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No. I didnt untill far after the dispute was settled by pay pal. I saved all emails too.
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craigslist is for local buying, why did you use paypal?
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he said he just recently moved. and the emails start from the bottom up. sorry about that

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Yeah, that would be nice. Could i get your number and talk to you? I would feel much better doing that.

--- On Sun, 11/30/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Sunday, November 30, 2008, 6:33 PM

Would you please respond back so we can resolve this issue.. I would not like to take your money and would like to either return the money or ship the item but I need to have contact with you. Thank you.

--- On Tue, 11/25/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2008, 5:23 AM

i would like to congradulate you on scamming a 16 year old kid out of his life savings. I hope you buy something nice with my money. Brian

--- On Fri, 11/21/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, November 21, 2008, 1:19 PM

I finally got the package back from the mechanic and am going to have the package sent out and give you the tracking. Once you have the tracking information please drop the claim. I was concerned with proceeding with the sale with a claim open with paypal but they agreed that it would work out best if I send the package out via UPS and send tracking info to you. Once you receive tracking info then please drop the claim or else I will put a stop on the package from being shipped so that I am protected from losing any money and the package as well. Thanks and let me know this sounds. Hope to hear back soon Brian.

--- On Thu, 11/6/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2008, 10:13 PM

did everything go ok with the shipping? tracking numbers?

--- On Wed, 11/5/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2008, 7:31 PM

Yes I will have the tracking info for you. Your shipping info I have from paypal. Thanks.

--- On Wed, 11/5/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2008, 11:18 PM

Shipping Information?

--- On Tue, 11/4/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 6:02 PM

Deal. I will have it out.

--- On Tue, 11/4/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 10:24 PM

Believe me. I want the supercharger. But you havnt shown me any evidence of you trying to ship it. If you ship the supercharger out tomorrow and give me the tracking information via e mail, i will cancel the dispute. other wise i will continue to try to get my money back.

--- On Mon, 11/3/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Monday, November 3, 2008, 12:49 PM

Very sorry for any inconvenience caused to you while I was away. I have been hospitalized for awhile and am just getting back home. I’d rather not get involved with details of what happened but let’s just say it was not good. I had you in the back of my mind and knew you would probably would be freaking out trying to contact me. I wanted to have someone contact you but could not remember your email. Please email me back and let me know everything is ok. Again, very sorry for inconvenience because of my health. Not sure if you tried to get your money back from paypal yet but if you have not then I will have the item re-shipped out. Turns out mechanic tried to ship but the address was wrong somewhere along the lines. If there is any dispute with paypal going on then please drop it if you want the item and I will ship out. You can always bring up a dispute again to get your money back. Thanks for your patience.

--- On Tue, 10/21/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 2:27 AM

Ok, well, its been about three weeks since you got the money, so if its not shipped by friday im going to call paypal and get my money back. If you do ship it, give me the link to the tracking number. also what is your phone number. You havnt given it to me, and ive asked a few times. Please, i would like to end this ordeal. -Brian

--- On Sat, 10/18/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2008, 12:37 PM

No it is def. legit. I have 2 kits I'm trying to sell. Both exactly the same. One has a different head unit. You have the newer better head unit. No worries. I understand the concern. I'll keep you posted with the progress. Sorry if there is any confusion. I appreciate the communication. Thanks.

--- On Fri, 10/17/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, October 17, 2008, 1:44 AM

Yeah, thanks. and Just wondering how many kits you have for sale, cause my friend emailed you about this kit two days ago and he got, verbatim, the same message you sent me on october 1st. If this is a scam please just tell me so that i can get my money back from paypal. If you seriously have the kit, believe me i want it. I apoligize in advance if you are a legit seller. And whats your number. i would like to talk with you.

--- On Thu, 10/16/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008, 3:53 PM

Agreed. I will try and get back on top of it for you and see what the hold up is. I understand. Sorry about the process. Bare with me....... You should love the kit though. Thanks Brian.

--- On Thu, 10/16/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008, 1:34 AM

Hey, just wondering if your mechanic is done with everything. I want the shipping and tracking numbers please. its been a while since paypal cleared and i think we should be moving on.

--- On Sun, 10/12/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Sunday, October 12, 2008, 6:56 PM

I understand. I know how that is. I will check with the mechanic. He was supposed to have it packaged back up and sent out for me when he was done. I will check the status for you.

--- On Sat, 10/11/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2008, 6:34 PM

I hate to be pushy. but im just really anxious to get the SC. Just wondering the status on it.
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--- On Tue, 10/7/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 7:50 PM

I took it to my mechanic to ask some of the questions you asked me. He suggested I have it inspected before shipping to make sure there are no headaches and don't get screwed if the shipping company breaks something. I will insure it but just makes it easier as well as the fact that I want to make sure it is still in great condition for you. Hope that sounds good. I forgot to shoot you an email about it. Sorry. Thanks again Brian.......

--- On Tue, 10/7/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo..com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 10:01 PM

i was just wondering if the SC is shipped yet. Thank you

--- On Sun, 10/5/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Sunday, October 5, 2008, 12:09 PM

The boost should not be affected by the exhaust system. I think your thinking of a turbo system. Superchargers don't get affected by the exhaust. I will have to check on the exact pulley size and cam specs. I can try and contact the mechanic who did all the work for me and kind of helped me with the set up to try and find that stuff out.

--- On Fri, 10/3/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, October 3, 2008, 10:59 PM

just wondering what pully you were running. i have LTs and full exhaust. wont that lose a couple PSI? also what cam specs if you remember

--- On Fri, 10/3/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.......com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Friday, October 3, 2008, 11:14 AM

I took it off before selling the car. I was getting around 550hp from the setup I had with the supercharger, small cam, and exhaust. The tune was a mild tune to make sure it was very streetable for me and not too uncomfortable to drive around. More power could definately be pulled out of it and it runs about 500hp on a stock car. Pulley was running at around 8-9psi. Thanks and will let you know whats going on.

--- On Thu, 10/2/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, October 2, 2008, 3:34 AM

thats fine. just a couple questions. what kinda setup were you running. ie bottom end heads, cam, intake, exhaust, pully size ect. and how did you like it, and Why Did You Take It Off? lol and what kinda numbers you putting down?

--- On Wed, 10/1/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 8:49 PM

Ok. I'll keep ya posted. Going to go and get it this weekend out of storage if that's ok.

--- On Wed, 10/1/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 9:59 PM

alright. its done

--- On Wed, 10/1/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 10:47 AM

Hopefully things clear soon. I have to go grab the kit soon and will keep you updated. If you need to get ahold of me use this email cause I don't use the one from paypal anymore. My girlfriend and I share this one now. Thanks.

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 10:51 PM

when you do ship it, please tell me and give me the tracking number and all shipping information. -Brian

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 4:25 PM

Got the notification. Went on account and says it is pending and uncleared. Paypal says it will take about a week or so to clear and to not ship items until it clears as caution. I will keep and eye on it to see when it clears. Thank you.

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 8:30 PM

OK. 2600 sent. can you please ship to: 5111 FM 2351, Friendswood, TX, 77546

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 1:51 PM

Yea that would be great. I think all you need is my email address linked to the paypal account which is erikgeller@hotmail.com . And you just send it that way. Let me know when everything goes through. Thanks.

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 5:45 PM

sounds pretty cool. you want to go on with the sale? i would like to do it fast. im new with paypal. I set up my account already. now do i need your info? -Brian

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: brian92burns@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 11:43 AM

System includes the inline higher rated fuel pump and injectors. It also comes with the hand held tuner so you do not need to get it tuned professionally unless you wanted to. It is the P1SC head unit and makes probably 500hp on a stock motor possibly more. I made well over 500hp because I had a few other things done like cam, exhaust, intake and stuff.

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: melindah122@yahoo.com
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 3:20 PM

Yes, still interested. Do you know what the fuel system includes? I would like to pay asap.

--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Melinda Hohler <melindah122@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: supercharger
To: "Brian Burns" <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 8:54 AM

I actually just moved from the area and thought to be back soon to complete a sale in the area but looks like I won't be back soon (about 6-8 months). I know there is more interest for the kit down there and felt I could sell it better and also that soon I'd be back anyway to perform the transaction in person but it didn't work out that way. I would provide paypal for payment and would then have to ship the item. It is all boxed up and ready to go and is sitting in storage. All fuel system parts included and has injectors. Complete kit. If you are still interested then I will send you a contact number. Thanks.



--- On Sat, 9/27/08, Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Brian Burns <brian92burns@yahoo.com>
Subject: supercharger
To: sale-852952892@craigslist.org
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2008, 3:28 AM




also what is your phone number so i can call you, and why are you selling it? -Brian
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brian....we will figure out...i will call paypal with u tomorrow and talk to a manager or something...they have to at least try..
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lol. you're my hero Nub. haha
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have u emailed him since that last email??
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he hasnt emailed me back since the first
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That dude definately knew what he was talking about. This whole thing is a mess
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ok well searched the first email on myspace and this is what i got....http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm...endID=74475539......and its on facebook to....gonna do a bit more research...
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Bingo...
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IS there any way we can get his phone number?
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Now that i have all of this information, what does LS1Tech suggest I do with it?
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hmm. have an LS1Tech meet at this guy's house? lol.
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damn. thats a long cruise from texas


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