taunton-hobbit Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 (edited) I have four large-ish valve power amps that I need to get from Torbay (Devon) to Matamp at Meltham (Huddersfield) - I'm looking for a quote from someone who might be able to do this as a 'paid return or similar ? Suggestions welcomed ! Edited June 12, 2021 by taunton-hobbit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykesbass Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 There are a couple of furniture carriers out there who act a bit like Shiply.com I'll see if I can find links. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykesbass Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 Update, Anyvan.com and shift.online Haven't used them but came across them as part of a little business we have running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 I have used Shiply. So expensive it hurt, buy I knew what I was getting into. And a quote costs nothing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 Walshy has a nan with a van he uses and recomends 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykesbass Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 6 minutes ago, owen said: I have used Shiply. So expensive it hurt, buy I knew what I was getting into. And a quote costs nothing. I think Shiply pricing is very much down to availability. If someone has space on a run to nearby locations you will get a good deal. Also being flexible on dates. I've had a great price from them for car transport and some eye watering quotes for other things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulThePlug Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 2 hours ago, LukeFRC said: Walshy has a nan with a van he uses and recomends 😂 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ambient Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 Would it be a good idea to remove the valves and package them separately? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taunton-hobbit Posted June 13, 2021 Author Share Posted June 13, 2021 (edited) ^ ^ ^ This is under consideration ...... I would rather not present Jeff with a DIY kit ... (There's a lot of valves involved) 😎 Edited June 13, 2021 by taunton-hobbit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dad3353 Posted June 13, 2021 Share Posted June 13, 2021 1 hour ago, taunton-hobbit said: ^ ^ ^ This is under consideration ...... I would rather not present Jeff with a DIY kit ... (There's a lot of valves involved) 😎 It's the power valves that are most at risk; the pre-amp valves should be OK, and can stay in their sockets. A higher risk, though, is the weight of the transformers in there, in case of a hard knock, such as dropping the amp. This weight can rip the trannies from the chassis, or twist/bend the chassis. There's not a lot one can do to protect against this except make sure the amps aren't dropped..! For my part, I'd take the amps myself, and make a day of it..! I did this recently with my Hiwatt, taking it for repair implied a 300 km round trip. I have to go back shortly to collect my Fender Bassman 50, waiting for me after overhaul since Christmas. Now that the French curfew is extended to 21h00, I can plan such a trip. I wouldn't want to send my amps by courrier if I could do it any other way, and it's cheaper..! Your move may vary, naturally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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