Who should I use to ship a head?

[1989bimmer325i]

Thought somebody might have an idea of which carrier would be best to ship a head/intake manifold from 47804 to 68108.

Thanks

Derek

[supernaughtIX]

write down your dimensions and weight and call USPS, UPS, FEDEX, and DHL for estimates.

[NOMAD]

DHL has low rates.
Often fed ex is a few bucks cheaper on things.
UPS is usually the highest.

[scabzzzz]

Fedex... I use them for everything. DHL isnt reliable enough for me yet. DHL seems to be the cheapest, but driving to a location blows as there isnt any close.

[NightKid]

I had a head shipped DHL, they kicked the shit out of it. Do UPS (since I work for them) or fedex if youre on a budget. Either way use one of these http://www.plastic-shipping-containe...ing-Containers most heavy parts that are inter business use these.

[nino]

Fedex ground is the cheapest for heavy stuff. Never had a problem with them and Ive shipped at least a dozen 70+ lb diffs. Set up an account online and you can just print out the shipping label and drop it off at any fedex location. Its all in the packaging though. My recommendation: Use rubbermade tubs. Drill holes where the lid meets the tub around the edge and hold together with zip ties. Thats how I ship diffs and its pretty much bombproof.

[AlarmedBread]

fedex

wrap head in garbage bag, put inside cheap foam cooler, layer in 'great stuff' foam and packing peanuts like a casserole. stick inside a sturdy box and ship. :)

I will even send back any container you use if you want it back.

[mitch500]

i hate fed ex ground but evry company has there horror stories. i was shipped a tranny for my e28 and they dropped it! the bellhousing smashed.. but i got my money back from them threw a claim...... then again i purchased another one and used fed ex ground again and it got here safe and sound... the journey started from pheonix to edmonton canada so it was quite the treck.

[andym3]

write down your dimensions and weight and call USPS, UPS, FEDEX, and DHL for estimates.

You can also go on their websites and use their shipping calculaors.

[Ray McCooney]

Why has this been posted in the "Parts For Sale" section?

(note: I have also found Fedex to be the best "all rounder" for shipments)