ozpost shipping module

[RodG]

I am considering switching over the the oz post module but I'm just wondering if there is an easy way to do it

What makes you think that there is an easy way AND a hard way?

Is it possible to leave my existing postage setup running

Sure.

Just as with most other modules you can run as many (or as few) as you like.

while I add all of the dimensions for my stock or will I need to disable that to have the relevant fields in the listing to show? It is going to take a long time to edit these details!

In order to get the dimension fields to show you'll need to install the ozpost module. They remain intact even if/when you disable or uninstall the module.

Whether you choose to run the ozpost module (for actual quotes) alongside your existing module, or whether you wish to run one or the other seperately is a matter of personal choice.

The ozpost module will provide quotes based on weight alone, but without the dimensional data it cannot determine the difference between letter and parcel rates, nor can it determine whether pre-paid satchels are a viable option. Also, if your items are subjected to the Australia Post "cubing rules" then those items will end up being underquoted.

In short, the dimensional data is mainly used for categorisation rather than being necessary.

A friend of mine has this module and she said that when you create a listing and duplicate it the dimensions don't copy. Is there a way to have them duplicate with the product too?

Yes, I guess this is possible, but it is outside of the realms of the requirements for a shipping module. It probably isn't going to be *difficult* to do either, Theory dictates that it is just a matter of identifying which of the many zencart files is responsible for product duplications and modifying the code to include the additional fields.

I do this A LOT as I have a lot of stock that is the same except for the colour or picture (eg. paint... different names, colours and pictures but overall everything is the same)

Almost any reasonable web developer with a little php experience should be able to modify your code to help with this. It wouldn't surprise me if someone hasn't already done it themselves already. If so, they may even speak up and give you specific instructions (one can hope).

Cheers
Rod