02-08-2009, 09:01 AM
As to shipping:
I downsized and If I couldn't mail it parcel post - stereos speakers etc, (40 lb bose 901's at 35$ each ) or carry it with me because I didn't trust shipping it. I brought over my grandparents anniversary clock in my carry on .... tick, tick, tick, no one noticed, I passed right through screening twice, no questions asked, they must be very good - grin
If i could not (or cared enough about the item) to bring it using these methods I didn't bring it .. my needs are not great and with a few exceptions for specialized stuff like a/c vacuum pumps etc- it was cheaper to buy new (tools, furniture, appliances etc) than it was to ship it.
the car came pasha ... a really good experience