I will try and address all comments below:
- I won't be dropping the housings, as I know total sliders would then tank, not a smart option.
- As for shipping I was going off of what I was actually able to purchase on the USPS website(for CONUS shipping), I can't use first class as I would have to do everything in store, or have a business account(requires a bit of work from what I have found). For international, I had two choices, either use first class package (takes a few weeks for shipping) or work something out to get 1-3 day shipping for cheaper than everything except first class package. But if I end up finding a solution to cheaper shipping that is easier, I will refund the difference. You have to realize I don't ship for quite a while, and things can happen in the meantime that change shipping rates drastically.
- As for ending on a friday or the weekend, maybe I should have, but the original plan was to place the manufacturing order today, to try and get things rolling ASAP. Since I have to open orders anyways, If you were one of the ones who didn't pay, and you still want your order, send me a message/email letting me know and I will extend your payment window.
- As for increasing price on the housings, I think most people would not be willing to do so, as I know quite a few people ordered more because of the reduced price, so I would lose orders by doing that, dropping quantity once again. It is a balancing game, and I lose no matter what...
I will reopen orders, and have invoices sent out and due ASAP. I will keep the order window open until maybe friday? Suggestions for this are welcome, but I don't want to keep it open for too long.