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Old Dec 16, 2004 | 02:21 PM
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Who do you guys use for crate shipping? I am trying to get prices on shipping an auto transmission, but dhl and fedex will only do 150 pounds for ground shipping. The trans, torque converter and crate definately weigh more then that.
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Old Dec 16, 2004 | 02:30 PM
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YELLOW (this would be my first choice )

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I do not remember who I used to send back a TCI tranny but it was only $65 from FLA to OHIO
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Old Dec 16, 2004 | 04:34 PM
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FedEX Freight.
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what are the websites for yellow and watkins?
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My motor and tranny came via Forward Air. $133 for a 5'x5'x5' crate Dallas to Detroit.
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There is a guy who offers discount freight to members in the C3 parts forum.
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