Enigine shipping methods?
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grandpaul
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I always use FedEx, pack the engine in a large rubbermaid tub. I've done this at least 6 times. Used to use DHL, but they no longer ship domestically.
Lay a sheet of 1/4" plywood in the bottom, then thick, very heavy solid foam, about 1" thick is all you'll be able to squeeze in.
Set the engine upside down, sitting on the head & cradle top. Pack the sides with solid foam, then lay another sheet of 1/4" plywood on top.
Pop the lid on, then drill the edge every 8 or 10" all the way around with a 1/4" drill bit. Zip-tie the lid down then tape it with duct tape.
Lay a sheet of 1/4" plywood in the bottom, then thick, very heavy solid foam, about 1" thick is all you'll be able to squeeze in.
Set the engine upside down, sitting on the head & cradle top. Pack the sides with solid foam, then lay another sheet of 1/4" plywood on top.
Pop the lid on, then drill the edge every 8 or 10" all the way around with a 1/4" drill bit. Zip-tie the lid down then tape it with duct tape.
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Thanks grandpaul. I considered something similar, then
Robin posted me about making an engine mount thats part
of box structure and just bolt and un bolt engine fixed
in place, no padding needed.
I screw heads down on plywood plate in bottom of box
and pack above it for secure shipping.
Will have to check on which shipper serves my area
reasonably.
hobot
Robin posted me about making an engine mount thats part
of box structure and just bolt and un bolt engine fixed
in place, no padding needed.
I screw heads down on plywood plate in bottom of box
and pack above it for secure shipping.
Will have to check on which shipper serves my area
reasonably.
hobot
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