Think-Geek Flux Capacitor USB Charger now available

[vps3922]

Just thought I share. They published it as a gag and now it is real. I just ordered mine.

The Think Geek FluxCapacitor USB Charger (http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/1dbd/?cpg=65867134&msg_id=65867134&et_rid=1163783453&linkid=65867134_button_1dbd).

[STAINLS]

Just thought I share. They published it as a gag and now it is real. I just ordered mine.

The Think Geek FluxCapacitor USB Charger (http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/1dbd/?cpg=65867134&msg_id=65867134&et_rid=1163783453&linkid=65867134_button_1dbd).

Great! I've been watching and waiting for this to become available. Ordered and thanks very much for the heads up!

[Rich_NYS]

Cool...just got the "In Stock" email with a $5 off promo code.

[acaciolo]

this is the $5off promo code. just ordered

NOROADS@BJNH4

[vps3922]

this is the $5off promo code. just ordered

NOROADS@BJNH4

Oh, yeah, sorry, forgot that. Thanks for adding. Mine is, however, slightly different. I guess that they might check with the digits after the "@" on which codes have already been used.

Here is mine, in case it works: NOROADS@CCGSW

[Kukem]

Just ordered mine! Woot! That should help with the Flux Capacitor jokes now.

[Rich_NYS]

this is the $5off promo code. just ordered

NOROADS@BJNH4


Oh, yeah, sorry, forgot that. Thanks for adding. Mine is, however, slightly different. I guess that they might check with the digits after the "@" on which codes have already been used.

Here is mine, in case it works: NOROADS@CCGSW

I'll gladly share mine, although the email mentioned it's a one-time use: NOROADS@BGP2B.

(One of the super-nerds here should be able to make a code-generator from this info. :biggrin: )

[Timebender]

I'll gladly share mine, although the email mentioned it's a one-time use: NOROADS@BGP2B.

(One of the super-nerds here should be able to make a code-generator from this info. :biggrin: )

My email from them had a different end code.

[LordFly]

My code was different as well. Order placed :)

[Shep]

I got two -- one for my daily driver, one for my DeLorean. Will post pictures when it arrives in a couple days. One of the many perks of living here -- once shipped, UPS Ground takes one business day to arrive, since their warehouse is in Columbus, OH (which they posted about on their blog with Portal music as the background -- high tech place!).

And FYI: those codes correspond to your customer ID, so they're not something that can be randomly generated. :)

[spedlot]

I just ordered two of them as well. Sweett


Sent from my time machine

[MML]

"Shipping restrictions: We cannot ship this item outside of the U.S. and Canada"

Ummm... why the hell not??

[Dangermouse]

"Shipping restrictions: We cannot ship this item outside of the U.S. and Canada :tongue_stick:"


ftfy

[MML]

ftfy

Hah, yeah, it's like they're giving the rest of the world the finger. I can understand them not sending foodstuffs, etc. but it's a flippin' phone charger!

[Shep]

"Shipping restrictions: We cannot ship this item outside of the U.S. and Canada"

Ummm... why the hell not??Contact customer service and ask. Usually has to do with customs, although they are often open to exceptions. Never hurts to find out why -- may just be a typo or something ;)

[Kenny_Z]

I didn't get an email notice or a coupon even though I put in to be notified. Oh well, I already placed the order this morning anyway.

[refugeefromcalif]

I Finally placed my order for 2 of these. I Hate dial-up internet! :angry0:
The link that the OP posted says that you can only order 1. (It did let me order 2 though)?

George

[Jonathan]

I Hate dial-up internet! :angry0:

Ok.............. what??

Where the hell are you?

Or should I ask... When the hell are you? Couldn't keep 'er under 88, eh George?

[Dangermouse]

You couldn't make this up - George is in Alabama.

[Timebender]

"Shipping restrictions: We cannot ship this item outside of the U.S. and Canada"

Ummm... why the hell not??

Most likely because it really IS a flux capacitor, and we're not allowed to send US technology outside the US. Remember the original Apple PowerMac commercials??

[Tillsy]

"Shipping restrictions: We cannot ship this item outside of the U.S. and Canada"

Ummm... why the hell not??

Ever tried shipping a nuclear device internationally before?

[SIMid]

"Shipping restrictions: We cannot ship this item outside of the U.S. and Canada"


Ppptth! Even worse with Apple not selling iPhone 6s to China!

Have to wait till BTTF store has them in stock.

[Kenny_Z]

Ok.............. what??

Where the hell are you?

Or should I ask... When the hell are you? Couldn't keep 'er under 88, eh George?

Poor George is stuck in that area of Alabama that's way behind in infrastructure. My former company had a site out there with 2 T1s. We never got internet speed complaints and I never knew why until I found out that everyone around the area was still using 56k. Our 3 megs on site must have been blazing fast.

[SIMid]

I did get an email with the discount code. Got right up to paying and .........

"Sorry, but you can't finish placing your order until you remove the restricted items from your cart. As a reminder, those items are:

Flux Capacitor USB Car Charger"

It even calculated shipping and everything till the very end. Must be exclusive to US & Canada, limited numbers so you guys don't crack it if it sells out.

[novadmc]

that was my 4055 in the video! :)
Picking mine up Wednesday from TG. now i can point to it when i get the inevitable "where is the flux capacitor?" questions.

[Jonathan]

Ever tried shipping a nuclear device internationally before?

Yep. 1,600 tonnes worth. Regulators said it was good to go, but the local coffee shop crowd and neighbors said no. So it never left the front gate. You can't fix stupid unfortunately and there are lots of those out and about.

http://www.brucepower.com/5179/news/bruce-power-update-on-steam-generator-recycling-project/

[DMCVegas]

"Shipping restrictions: We cannot ship this item outside of the U.S. and Canada"

Ummm... why the hell not??

Because terrorists?

http://cdn3.whatculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Back-To-The-Future-Libyans.jpg

[robvanderveer]

what a load of bull crap. the charger was probably made in China anyway, so import clearly wasn't an issue. i'll order mine straight from dx.com or gadgets.eu in a few months thanks.

[vps3922]

... now i can point to it when i get the inevitable "where is the flux capacitor?" questions.

My thoughts exactly! And I will make up some story that this is the enhanced version, not the 80s oine where you have to change the whole car. It is a FLux Capacitor connected to a relay system and a fusion battery behind the passenger seat that will run the time displacement field through the upper windshield frame and the grille emitter under the bumper. :hihi2:
Doc Brown still had to work with 80s components and this is the new deal from the future. Ecofriendly Timetravel made possible by ThinkGeek 2085.

And well done on giving your car for it. Looking great!

[DMC-81]

I ordered mine. That is one cool product. I like the promo video as well.

[novadmc]

just got back from picking mine up at TG HQ during lunch. crappy cell phone pics included!
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the device is a decent size. when orientated as i have it, it shouldn't affect shifting between 4th and 5th for us manual guys. the lights are amazingly bright and "flux" very nicely.

[Dangermouse]

good pics, thanks

[SIMid]

just got back from picking mine up at TG HQ during lunch. crappy cell phone pics included!
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the device is a decent size. when orientated as i have it, it shouldn't affect shifting between 4th and 5th for us manual guys. the lights are amazingly bright and "flux" very nicely.

What does the back on the unit look like? Im guessing its got a flexible neck.

[Shep]

What does the back on the unit look like? Im guessing its got a flexible neck.You can see it in picture #2 -- looks like a ball-and-socket joint ;)

[SIMid]

You can see it in picture #2 -- looks like a ball-and-socket joint ;)

Ah yes, yr right! Had a late one last night. :p

[novadmc]

What does the back on the unit look like? Im guessing its got a flexible neck.

It's just an elbow joint so the device can swivel up and down. To turn it left or right, just turn the whole thing in the outlet. It fits quite snugly in the delorean's outlet and doesn't jiggle.

[DeLorean03]

Definitely worth it. was able to have the auto in "D" with zero issues. Looks fricking outstanding.

http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg607/delorean03/10155506_10152509815768710_5299009678933062548_n.j pg (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/delorean03/media/10155506_10152509815768710_5299009678933062548_n.j pg.html)

[Ryan King]

Damn! I missed out on these. :(

[DavidProehl]

Damn! I missed out on these. :(

The ThinkGeek website says more are on the way, and BTTF.com said they are expecting a shipment in a couple weeks. You'll have another chance, don't worry.

[Shep]

Damn! I missed out on these. :(

Just out of stock temporarily -- generally Thinkgeek exclusives like this last for years until demand is basically gone. Not the case here, just click the "Notify Me" button and they'll send you an email when it's back in stock ;)

[Basunfan]

Nice. To bad I couldn't get one overseas :-/ a Diamond select are also very soon back with the full size flux capacitor again.
Pre order open at 329$ if I remember correct

[SIMid]

For those living overseas, I got a message back from ThinkGeek, why they can't be bought and shipped overseas.

"Most likely, the Flux Capacitor USB Car Charger is not able to be shipped due to international licensing restrictions. If you know someone in a country we do ship to who can ship to you, you can do that as well. Best of luck!"

[Rich_NYS]

For those living overseas, I got a message back from ThinkGeek, why they can't be bought and shipped overseas.

"Most likely, the Flux Capacitor USB Car Charger is not able to be shipped due to international licensing restrictions. If you know someone in a country we do ship to who can ship to you, you can do that as well. Best of luck!"

I have a $10 off $50 coupon code I got with my Think Geek order, you're welcome to it.....would help bring your cost back down a bit if you need to ship a few chargers twice.

[SIMid]

I have a $10 off $50 coupon code I got with my Think Geek order, you're welcome to it.....would help bring your cost back down a bit if you need to ship a few chargers twice.

Thanks for the offer Rich!

Dave DMCMW managed to get me one. :) So it's good to have contacts overseas! :evilgrin:

[robvanderveer]

For those living overseas, I got a message back from ThinkGeek, why they can't be bought and shipped overseas.

"Most likely, the Flux Capacitor USB Car Charger is not able to be shipped due to international licensing restrictions. If you know someone in a country we do ship to who can ship to you, you can do that as well. Best of luck!"

"Most likely", what kind of an answer is that. Either you can ship or you won't ship.

[Tillsy]

That's what mail forwarders like shipito are fantastic for - providing a US address and ultimately providing far cheaper and far quickly shipping than most other options anyway.