Spineshank

Radeon 9500 256-bit which was specified as softmodded.

Spineshank was the Seller on August 7, 2004 AnandTech

The card was tested as a Radeon 9500 and worked flawlessly as such. However, once it was softmodded to a 9700, it was giving artifacts in many games/apps (3DMark2001, Doom III, DeusX, etc). I contacted Nate and he gave me some sound advice, such as trying to use any other drivers/tweaks/etc. However, nothing helped. For about a week he denied he was at fault and then there was a long communication lapse during which he ignored me with this issue completely. However, I got my friend to talk to him, contacted the mods and asked the community for advice here:

http://forums.anandtech.com/messageview.aspx?catid=45&threadid=1390408&STARTPAGE=1&FTVAR_FORUMVIEWTMP=Linear

As as a result, I was able to get back in touch with Nate and we were able to resolve the issue - he offered me a fair partial refund of the difference between a non-softmodding and a softmodding card. However, it took a few weeks and a lot of time and nerves to work things out, so the transaction was less than smooth. In the above thread, most of the traders agreed with my judgement on this - hence the neutral sign on this eval.

Keep in mind that this isn't a negative, and in the end ALL WAS SETTLED FAIRLY on BOTH ENDS. In my opinion, this isn't the sort of thing that should keep you from trading with Nate.

traded a hercules XT4000 video card for a hard drive and TNT2

Cross-traded on December 17, 2001 AnandTech

great, smooth transaction. Worked out the details, sent my end so he'd have a card to use, and he sent his. He packs well, and sent exactly when he said he was going to. I'm a happy camper. He's a good, solid, friendly trader, and i won't hesitate whatsoever to trade with him again.

Bought a leadtek gf2 pro off Nate.

Spineshank was the Seller on May 31, 2001 Other/Unknown

He shipped first like he said and then I sent payment. He has great communication skills and I would trade again with him in a heartbeat. Thanks Nate.

Traded video card for 128mb RAM, Coolermaster HSF

Spineshank was the Seller on September 16, 2001 Other/Unknown

Items received as advertised, and in good condition - would trade with again. A+!

bought Kyro vid card from Nate

Spineshank was the Seller on October 13, 2001 AnandTech

Smooth transaction, for a fairly new trader, he does it right - good communications, he shipped first (promptly) and had patience when I couldn't get the card to work at first (different mobo solved that) A good trader, and I'd be glad to deal with him again.

I gave him a hard drive. He gave me a geforce and $25.

Cross-traded on November 22, 2001 AnandTech

He was fast and the trade went smooth. No problems.

I bought a 40gig HD from him

Spineshank was the Seller on January 4, 2002 AnandTech

Everything went smooth. He shipped it when he said he would and was packaged good. You should have no problem doing business with him.

Bought a 56k USR modem.

Spineshank was the Seller on January 17, 2002 AnandTech

I asked to ship first, he had no problems with it. Delivery was very prompt.

Great trade.

Sold him a GTS.

Spineshank was the Buyer on January 15, 2002 AnandTech

Smooth deal. Good communication. A+ trader!

Sharkyforums.com bought to 20gb HD's

Spineshank was the Seller on January 25, 2002 Other/Unknown

this guy is awesome. he rules. would do trade/buy again anyday...

I purchased an 8x Yamamha burner for $45.

Spineshank was the Seller on January 21, 2002 AnandTech

Communication was good and item arrived quickly. No probems at all.

AWE64 Gold sound card

Spineshank was the Seller on March 26, 2002 AnandTech

was a pleasure to buy from...great communication and prompt shipping

Sold Digi Cam.

Spineshank was the Buyer on July 10, 2002 AnandTech

Good trader... i gave him traking number then he paid me instantly... A+

ECS K7S5A

Spineshank was the Seller on July 17, 2002 AnandTech

Smooth deal, good communication and well packed. Thanks!

bought volcano2 hsf

Spineshank was the Seller on July 26, 2002 AnandTech

good communications, good price, item arrived as advertised.

I bought sum stuff and he did nice job sending it asap

Spineshank was the Seller on August 3, 2002 Other/Unknown

Nice video card he is good trader

Logitech Optical mouse. Paid with paypal

Spineshank was the Seller on August 17, 2002 AnandTech

No problems whatsoever

Purchased a 30gig WD hdd from him.

Spineshank was the Seller on August 26, 2002 Other/Unknown

Everything went smoothly and was shipped promptly. Pleasure to deal with. Thanks again.

Bought a 256mb dimm from Gnrslash4life as he is known on anandtech, but when i got it it wasnt working, Gnrslash4life was very considerate and let me return the dimm for a refund.

Spineshank was the Seller on August 27, 2002 AnandTech

A+ trader took care of the situation as it should be.

1 x Brand-New Belkin 10/100 4-Port Router

Spineshank was the Buyer on November 15, 2002 AnandTech

This was a very smooth deal from start to finish. He offered to buy the router from me, I agreed to sell it to him. He sent a money order, and I sent the router when I got it. Very easy to deal with, and kind too :) Highly recommended buyer, A+

USB MAC keyboard

Spineshank was the Seller on December 13, 2002 AnandTech

No problems whatsoever
Still a Good trader!!!

Bought a GeForce video card from him.

Spineshank was the Seller on January 12, 2003 AnandTech

Recommended trader. He sent the card out right away. No problems.

Sold a PS2 plus GTA:VC

Spineshank was the Buyer on February 2, 2003 AnandTech

Quick payment. Great communication, thanks!

Sold a box of stuff

Spineshank was the Buyer on February 10, 2003 Other/Unknown

Great person to deal with! A++++

Ezonics Digital camera

Spineshank was the Seller on April 14, 2003 AnandTech

will do business with him again