Who is willing to trade for blanks..... - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

davidh_1973 · 06-20-2006, 12:41 AM

Hi,
I am interested in trying to get these tv show complete sets or all episodes available of:

Adventures of Sheriff Lobo
Alice
Barney Miller
Beverly Hillbillies
Charles In Charge
Damon
Dr. Kildare
Family Matters
Family Ties
Flo
Gimme A Break
Kate & Allie
Mama's Family
Matlock
Mayberry RFD
My Three Sons
Perfect Strangers
Quincy

Please get in touch or email me if you will be willing to trade for blank dvd's. Even a few or couple at a time would be fine just wondered if anyone would be willing to possibly help in this way. Thanks.

Lex Luthor · 06-20-2006, 01:17 AM

You just posted this yesterday

It is unlikely you are going to find someone willing to trade for blanks for any substantial trade. Occasionally I will let someone add blanks if they are a few discs short and really want to get a larger set from me. However I hate to be blunt but this is almost like panhandling or begging.

"Excuse me Sir

Can you please put together a 20 dvd set for me, spend the time to burn it and mail it For this I will return some blank media to you."

Occasionally people do have Lots for blanks up for grabs and it is a first come first serve BUT even then you do not pick and choose what you want and it is usually 2 to 3 blanks to 1 copied dvd.

I will trade for dvds that I am not even really interested in (i.e. retails) on occasion to help a trader out BUt to come here with no trade list and make multiple posts that no one replies to, begging for dvds ... COME ON!

Last week you said you have no dvd burner or recorder and were asking for tips, this is a trading forum not a damn charity at least get some retails or something to trade because frankly I find these posts insulting. You have been posting here since MARCH! Buy a damn burner or stop begging, one of the 2!

Perhaps this post could be a blessing as after my rant someone may pity you and give you your little freebie (God I hope not).

If you want to trade, then get something to trade! Come back when you can offer something to this forum.

Lex Luthor · 06-20-2006, 01:20 AM

PS

Sorry Kim

savageamusement · 06-20-2006, 02:50 AM

As a fellow user has pointed out, blanks dont' require much work and or net much use since blanks now a days are so easy to obtain.

Might I suggest, perhaps- scouting some resale shops, and purchasing some sets to bargain with?
Or perhaps offering some help in recording new shows, or older shows if your cable/tv provider nets you a rare channel or 2.

Maybe offer some help in conversion if you are capable in this area
or offer to help someone add to their colelction by grabbing a want off their half.com ebay list or amazon.

It can be frustrating being the new trader on the totem pole, and while blanks certianly are worthy to some, to others they aren't very valuable I am afraid.

But everyone has to start somewhere- so try to think what you have access to - sites, channels, libraries etc- and see if maybe that can provide something rarer in need then simply blanks.

I know its frustrating with the catch 22 of you need stuff to get stuff, and if no one trades you, you can't get stuff to trade with...
so many some of the baove will help?

Good luck!

Peanutbutter · 06-20-2006, 08:41 AM

I bought my 1st few sets off Ebay and Now I'm trading for the rest.

It takes some time. I still have a huge want list, but my have list is growing too.

But then, I'll see another trader's have list and I'll add a few more things to my want list.

I'm so damn greedy

Lamont · 06-20-2006, 10:00 AM

trading for blanks---- there are a few who will do so,
but the ONLY way i trade for blanks is if it is cost effective for me

FOR EXAMPLE i can buy 100 Taiyo Yuden shipped to me in bulk for $26 total

so if someone wants i will trade them 100 TY blanks, 8 or 9 discs of material---
that is cost effective for me, BUT most people are ticked off if they want a 9 disc set from me and i tell them they can ship me 100 blanks for it

BUT if i can buy them for cheap myself, that is the ONLY way i will entertain such a deal

Peanutbutter · 06-20-2006, 10:02 AM

Where do buy Taiyo Yuden from for that price??

y2k3Joker · 06-20-2006, 10:12 AM

I have a 100-count lot of discs I am looking to move for blanks.

It contains

Lot B
+++++++
31 discs Batman (near complete set)
29 discs Cosby Show (near complete set)
11 discs Flying Nun/Eddie's Father
16 discs Family Affair
13 discs Remington Steele
4 discs Mork & Mindy

Please get in touch by PM or e-mail

I will have another couple of 100-count lots ready soon.

Thank You.

Lamont · 06-20-2006, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peanutbutter

Where do buy Taiyo Yuden from for that price??

if u buy them IN BULK at www.shop4tech.com (1000 or more) u can get them for that price usually, it fluctuates sometimes but that is the average!

y2k3Joker · 06-20-2006, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cartoondvds

You just posted this yesterday

It is unlikely you are going to find someone willing to trade for blanks for any substantial trade. Occasionally I will let someone add blanks if they are a few discs short and really want to get a larger set from me. However I hate to be blunt but this is almost like panhandling or begging.

"Excuse me Sir

Can you please put together a 20 dvd set for me, spend the time to burn it and mail it For this I will return some blank media to you."

Occasionally people do have Lots for blanks up for grabs and it is a first come first serve BUT even then you do not pick and choose what you want and it is usually 2 to 3 blanks to 1 copied dvd.

I will trade for dvds that I am not even really interested in (i.e. retails) on occasion to help a trader out BUt to come here with no trade list and make multiple posts that no one replies to, begging for dvds ... COME ON!

Last week you said you have no dvd burner or recorder and were asking for tips, this is a trading forum not a damn charity at least get some retails or something to trade because frankly I find these posts insulting. You have been posting here since MARCH! Buy a damn burner or stop begging, one of the 2!

Perhaps this post could be a blessing as after my rant someone may pity you and give you your little freebie (God I hope not).

If you want to trade, then get something to trade! Come back when you can offer something to this forum.

Lexxy my boy !!!

You are in fine form today.
I see you're flexing a little more muscle these days.

That's good, Joker needs a break and this bullseye on my back was getting heavy.

RedWhine56 · 06-20-2006, 10:40 AM

As you can see, most traders won't trade for blanks, unless the ratio of blank discs to each burned disc is high enough to make it worth their time. Trading is not an inexpensive hobby to start up, when you don't have anything for trade. So my suggestion to you is do what I & many others here have done & just buy some shows initially. You'll be able to quickly start enjoying your shows & be building up your inventory as well. I'd suggest you buy only shows you are interested in. Don't try to anticipate what others may want & buy that because there's a reasonable chance you'll get stuck with shows no one wants, including you. You have a large want list, so it will take a while to get all the shows you want.

Lamont · 06-20-2006, 11:25 AM

to be a jerk about it
its just that if im going to send a set out for blanks
then it needs to be for a fair value for them, and with the prices i buy, then i try to swap for blanks where it works out to be roughly $3 per disc i send out for blanks

otherwise its just not worth the hassle

Lex Luthor · 06-20-2006, 02:11 PM

To Confirm

I did not just arbitrarily decide lets pick on the rookie, I noticed several posts that were all conveying the same message. I then checked all of his posts and none of them offer anything to trade.

I have also been contacted off board and explained to him that blanks for sets is not really going to get him much action. I suggested many of the comments that have been laid out here I also suggested that one user really wanted one of my sets and offered to buy a retail set (not copied) in offer of trade. There are tons of ways to build a collection but he has not taking any suggestions.

Even if he were to trade blanks for a lot or 2 he has no burner to duplicate them and trade Not having a burner is like having a car with no gas... useless

Trading is not a cheap hobby and some or all of these items need to be in place BEFORE you start trading.

1. A Computer with dvd burner
2. Time
3. Money
4. Items to trade
5. A dvd recorder

If you do not have 2 or 3 of these then do not pick dvd trading as a hobby

y2k3Joker · 06-20-2006, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cartoondvds

To Confirm

I did not just arbitrarily decide lets pick on the rookie, I noticed several posts that were all conveying the same message. I then checked all of his posts and none of them offer anything to trade.

I have also been contacted off board and explained to him that blanks for sets is not really going to get him much action. I suggested many of the comments that have been laid out here I also suggested that one user really wanted one of my sets and offered to buy a retail set (not copied) in offer of trade. There are tons of ways to build a collection but he has not taking any suggestions.

Even if he were to trade blanks for a lot or 2 he has no burner to duplicate them and trade Not having a burner is like having a car with no gas... useless

Trading is not a cheap hobby and some or all of these items need to be in place BEFORE you start trading.

1. A Computer with dvd burner
2. Time
3. Money
4. Items to trade
5. A dvd recorder

If you do not have 2 or 3 of these then do not pick dvd trading as a hobby

Oh, oh!
Are you trying to "pull a Lamont" on us? (i.e. fire a blow and then do damage control)

lazygrae · 06-20-2006, 02:34 PM

Quote:

I have also been contacted off board and explained to him...

I too have had off-board discussions with him and this entire thread is basically a re-hash of this one from a couple of days ago:
http://www.sitcomsonline.com/boards/...d.php?t=175133

He just is not listening. I hope we don't have another eferucci on our hands.

06-20-2006, 12:41 AM	#1
davidh_1973 Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Mar 19, 2006 Location: North Dakota Posts: 384	Who is willing to trade for blanks..... Hi, I am interested in trying to get these tv show complete sets or all episodes available of: Adventures of Sheriff Lobo Alice Barney Miller Beverly Hillbillies Charles In Charge Damon Dr. Kildare Family Matters Family Ties Flo Gimme A Break Kate & Allie Mama's Family Matlock Mayberry RFD My Three Sons Perfect Strangers Quincy Please get in touch or email me if you will be willing to trade for blank dvd's. Even a few or couple at a time would be fine just wondered if anyone would be willing to possibly help in this way. Thanks.

06-20-2006, 01:17 AM	#2
Lex Luthor I'm bringing Lexy back Senior Member Join Date: Jun 07, 2005 Location: The Great White North Posts: 2,374	You just posted this yesterday It is unlikely you are going to find someone willing to trade for blanks for any substantial trade. Occasionally I will let someone add blanks if they are a few discs short and really want to get a larger set from me. However I hate to be blunt but this is almost like panhandling or begging. "Excuse me Sir Can you please put together a 20 dvd set for me, spend the time to burn it and mail it For this I will return some blank media to you." Occasionally people do have Lots for blanks up for grabs and it is a first come first serve BUT even then you do not pick and choose what you want and it is usually 2 to 3 blanks to 1 copied dvd. I will trade for dvds that I am not even really interested in (i.e. retails) on occasion to help a trader out BUt to come here with no trade list and make multiple posts that no one replies to, begging for dvds ... COME ON! Last week you said you have no dvd burner or recorder and were asking for tips, this is a trading forum not a damn charity at least get some retails or something to trade because frankly I find these posts insulting. You have been posting here since MARCH! Buy a damn burner or stop begging, one of the 2! Perhaps this post could be a blessing as after my rant someone may pity you and give you your little freebie (God I hope not). If you want to trade, then get something to trade! Come back when you can offer something to this forum.
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06-20-2006, 02:50 AM	#4
savageamusement Cutest Couch Potato Senior Member Join Date: Oct 21, 2003 Posts: 2,103	MIght I suggest As a fellow user has pointed out, blanks dont' require much work and or net much use since blanks now a days are so easy to obtain. Might I suggest, perhaps- scouting some resale shops, and purchasing some sets to bargain with? Or perhaps offering some help in recording new shows, or older shows if your cable/tv provider nets you a rare channel or 2. Maybe offer some help in conversion if you are capable in this area or offer to help someone add to their colelction by grabbing a want off their half.com ebay list or amazon. It can be frustrating being the new trader on the totem pole, and while blanks certianly are worthy to some, to others they aren't very valuable I am afraid. But everyone has to start somewhere- so try to think what you have access to - sites, channels, libraries etc- and see if maybe that can provide something rarer in need then simply blanks. I know its frustrating with the catch 22 of you need stuff to get stuff, and if no one trades you, you can't get stuff to trade with... so many some of the baove will help? Good luck!
	__________________ WWW.SavageTraders.org To avoid channel surfing Wipeouts!

06-20-2006, 10:00 AM	#6
Lamont Lamont says Smile! Forum Veteran Join Date: May 28, 2005 Location: Deep in the Heart of Nowhere Posts: 5,217	blanks trading for blanks---- there are a few who will do so, but the ONLY way i trade for blanks is if it is cost effective for me FOR EXAMPLE i can buy 100 Taiyo Yuden shipped to me in bulk for $26 total so if someone wants i will trade them 100 TY blanks, 8 or 9 discs of material--- that is cost effective for me, BUT most people are ticked off if they want a 9 disc set from me and i tell them they can ship me 100 blanks for it BUT if i can buy them for cheap myself, that is the ONLY way i will entertain such a deal
	__________________ I have not been trading for some time now, so please do not ask---- sorry, i cannot help you!

06-20-2006, 10:40 AM	#11
RedWhine56 Sleigh? What sleigh? Forum Regular Join Date: Aug 03, 2005 Location: In the "Secret Room" with the cronies! Posts: 756	As you can see, most traders won't trade for blanks, unless the ratio of blank discs to each burned disc is high enough to make it worth their time. Trading is not an inexpensive hobby to start up, when you don't have anything for trade. So my suggestion to you is do what I & many others here have done & just buy some shows initially. You'll be able to quickly start enjoying your shows & be building up your inventory as well. I'd suggest you buy only shows you are interested in. Don't try to anticipate what others may want & buy that because there's a reasonable chance you'll get stuck with shows no one wants, including you. You have a large want list, so it will take a while to get all the shows you want.
	__________________ Off to Never, Never Land... ...Metallica

06-20-2006, 01:20 AM	#3
Lex Luthor I'm bringing Lexy back Senior Member Join Date: Jun 07, 2005 Location: The Great White North Posts: 2,374	PS Sorry Kim

06-20-2006, 08:41 AM	#5
Peanutbutter Let My People Go! Frequent Poster Join Date: May 28, 2006 Location: The Savage Lands Posts: 154	I bought my 1st few sets off Ebay and Now I'm trading for the rest. It takes some time. I still have a huge want list, but my have list is growing too. But then, I'll see another trader's have list and I'll add a few more things to my want list. I'm so damn greedy

06-20-2006, 10:02 AM	#7
Peanutbutter Let My People Go! Frequent Poster Join Date: May 28, 2006 Location: The Savage Lands Posts: 154	Where do buy Taiyo Yuden from for that price??

06-20-2006, 10:12 AM	#8
y2k3Joker Why So Serious? Senior Member Join Date: Aug 28, 2003 Location: Arkham Asylum Posts: 1,256	I have a 100-count lot of discs I am looking to move for blanks. It contains Lot B +++++++ 31 discs Batman (near complete set) 29 discs Cosby Show (near complete set) 11 discs Flying Nun/Eddie's Father 16 discs Family Affair 13 discs Remington Steele 4 discs Mork & Mindy Please get in touch by PM or e-mail I will have another couple of 100-count lots ready soon. Thank You.

06-20-2006, 11:25 AM	#12
Lamont Lamont says Smile! Forum Veteran Join Date: May 28, 2005 Location: Deep in the Heart of Nowhere Posts: 5,217	not trying to be a jerk about it its just that if im going to send a set out for blanks then it needs to be for a fair value for them, and with the prices i buy, then i try to swap for blanks where it works out to be roughly $3 per disc i send out for blanks otherwise its just not worth the hassle

06-20-2006, 02:11 PM	#13
Lex Luthor I'm bringing Lexy back Senior Member Join Date: Jun 07, 2005 Location: The Great White North Posts: 2,374	To Confirm I did not just arbitrarily decide lets pick on the rookie, I noticed several posts that were all conveying the same message. I then checked all of his posts and none of them offer anything to trade. I have also been contacted off board and explained to him that blanks for sets is not really going to get him much action. I suggested many of the comments that have been laid out here I also suggested that one user really wanted one of my sets and offered to buy a retail set (not copied) in offer of trade. There are tons of ways to build a collection but he has not taking any suggestions. Even if he were to trade blanks for a lot or 2 he has no burner to duplicate them and trade Not having a burner is like having a car with no gas... useless Trading is not a cheap hobby and some or all of these items need to be in place BEFORE you start trading. 1. A Computer with dvd burner 2. Time 3. Money 4. Items to trade 5. A dvd recorder If you do not have 2 or 3 of these then do not pick dvd trading as a hobby