How do I Ship personal items to US?
#1
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How do I Ship personal items to US?
Hi,
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
#2
Re: How do I Ship personal items to US?
Originally posted by mrloofer
Hi,
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Hi,
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
2. The cost of shipping the appliances would be more than their
cash value (and possibly hard to insure against loss or breakage).
3. Whatever manufacturer's warranties they might have would be
invalidated.
Buy new -- buy better -- buy cheaper!"
Read some of these threads before you make your mind up.
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...hreadid=199008
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...hreadid=168207
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...hreadid=112852
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...hreadid=235866
If you do decide to ship it, I would get good insurance on it! Hope this helps!
Debbie
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Great info! Great help!
I have a feeling these units run off 110v. I checked Seven Seas and it seems for 200UKP (sea) I can get them here. I will need to check the sizes of the items though.
I would sell and buy new. Problem is those devices are a good 5 years old now, but they've been sat gathering dust all that time. Maybe take the risk and get them shipped? I mean we're dealing with about 1500UKP ($2500) worth of stuff here.
Thanks!
I have a feeling these units run off 110v. I checked Seven Seas and it seems for 200UKP (sea) I can get them here. I will need to check the sizes of the items though.
I would sell and buy new. Problem is those devices are a good 5 years old now, but they've been sat gathering dust all that time. Maybe take the risk and get them shipped? I mean we're dealing with about 1500UKP ($2500) worth of stuff here.
Thanks!
#4
The only items you need to be concerned about with the voltage are your amp and the sub if it is an active sub. I brought my speakers and amp over, but they were shipped with the rest of our household goods. The amp is connected to a voltage converter and runs fine. I didn't have a sub to bring over and have bought one here instead (same make as my speakers - UK-based KEF).
I'm not sure I would want my speakers handled by airport baggage handlers...
I'm not sure I would want my speakers handled by airport baggage handlers...
#5
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Buy the stuff new here in the States. Even High end equipment is a fraction of the cost of UK equipment.
Just don't go for the "Theater in a box" packages, there pants.
As mentioned, the cost of shipping the equipment will probably be more than the replacement value.
You also have no voltage worries.
Just don't go for the "Theater in a box" packages, there pants.
As mentioned, the cost of shipping the equipment will probably be more than the replacement value.
You also have no voltage worries.
#6
Re: How do I Ship personal items to US?
Originally posted by mrloofer
Hi,
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Hi,
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Air Freight ...expensive or WHAT!!!
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Don't use UPakWeShip!
Originally posted by mrloofer
Hi,
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Hi,
I need to get my home theater system shipped to South Florida (since it'll probably be cheaper than buyng all the items again). This is basically a set of speakers, amplifier and sub-woofer. The heaviest item is the sub.
Any ideas on how I can ship this over? My parents are coming to visit so I was thinking of getting them to bring the items (probably 3 big boxes subwoofer may weight as much as 30kg) and settle the over charge on luggage at the airport. But I'm not sure if it will be more expensive than AirFreight.
Any thoughts?
Thanks!
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I have decided to ship my stuff using Sevenseas.co.uk. They quoted me $140 to ship to port by air, time takes about 10-14 days. I thought this was great value.
Now, the question is, what about any hidden fees such as clearing customs etc. Any ideas?
Now, the question is, what about any hidden fees such as clearing customs etc. Any ideas?
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Now, the question is, what about any hidden fees such as clearing customs etc. Any ideas? [/QUOTE]
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I shipped personal belongings over through BA Cargo to Newark. You have to clear the boxes through customs yourself which only costs $20. When you arrive at the cargo area they will tell you what you need to do.
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I shipped personal belongings over through BA Cargo to Newark. You have to clear the boxes through customs yourself which only costs $20. When you arrive at the cargo area they will tell you what you need to do.
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That simple eh?
Thanks!
Thanks!