Shipping Information?

[dbustle]

Does anyone have experience with buying a used machine and having it shipped? Any suggestions on shipping companies or how to go about shipping? I don’t know where to start and would appreciate some input.  Thanks!

[jimerickson]

I bought an Ult2 and had it shipped from FL to TX.  That was 11 years ago though.  I arranged shipping through an on line shipping website called USHIP.  I don't know whether they're still going or not.  It was a service where you list what you want shipped and the locations, and small independent haulers bid on the job.  There were several levels of service available to the customer, from simply hauling to complete breakdown, delivery and reassembly.  It cost me $550, and was a very pleasant experience.  The fellow that hauled it for me was a school teacher who paid for his vacations and travel by hauling stuff for people.  He did a great job, and I was very pleased.  I had to wait a couple of weeks for him to assemble other items coming the same way, but it all went very smoothly.

Now it's possible that my experience was unusual, but I don't think so.  Based on my experience, I'd highly recommend the service.  Jim

[dbustle]

Thanks for the info, Jim. I filled out a listing on UShip. Will see what happens. Thanks again.

[jimerickson]

I hope it goes as well for you as it did for me.  Jim