I think they charge different rates based on what commodity is being
shipped. I would request quotes for auto parts and auto salvage to see if
there is a difference. I had Smitty ship a transmission from CA to AL and I
remember this was part of the equation.
tom hill
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-alpines@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-alpines@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Louis & Laila
Sent: Monday, February 25, 2002 8:38 AM
To: stevieG; alpines@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: Shipping
As far as shipping engines, transmisisons, etc, look under "Trucking" in the
yellow pages. They charge by the pound. They require that the engines be
free of oil, and fairly clean. They also require that the gear be banded
down. I recently shipped a complete engine with all accessories, 1 complete
transmission, and one block with crank. It was a little over 500 pounds. It
cost about $200. They unloaded it with a frklift from my truck at their
yard, and the buyer picked it up. If it goes door to door, add $45 at each
end. This is an easy way to ship parts. Lou
----- Original Message -----
From: "stevieG" <stevie_g@redclaycustoms.com>
To: <alpines@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2002 1:08 PM
Subject: Shipping
> Any ideas on a good company to ship an engine/trans from Marshall,
Michigan
> to Atlanta, GA.
> I am looking at a purchase but the other party is unsure of what to do.
> Is "Forward shipping" the best route?
>
> Thanks,
> Steve G.
> still lurking
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