MSDS headers weight - shipping options

Aryan · 11-03-2009, 02:12 PM

I am trying to have a pair of MSDS headers shipped from the US to the Netherlands. How much do those headers weigh (more or less)? What length, width and height (more or less)?

Thanks

Andrew Olson · 11-03-2009, 04:01 PM

I'd guess you could pack them both in a box measuring 30cm x 60cm x 1m (more or less). The actual weight will be about 25~30 pounds maybe a bit more. I think you'll end up paying more based on size than weight.

Aryan · 11-03-2009, 04:58 PM

Thanks for the fast response. The weight is pretty good, but you're right, it's the size that costs....I checked the USPS site and apparently large packages can only be sent Global Express Guaranteed, which is the second most expensive option (delivered within 1-3 days)

I'm not in a hurry to install them, so if it takes a few weeks to ship, that's fine with me, but alas no such option. If anybody knows a cheaper option to ship a large package, please let me know..

Adrian_ · 11-03-2009, 07:13 PM

Try USPS airfreight. Costs 135$ shipped insured to Romania, so I guess Holland should be similar or maybe cheaper by 10-20%.

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Aryan · 11-03-2009, 07:51 PM

I'll check it out, thanks Adrian.

RicerSchnitzzle · 11-03-2009, 08:59 PM

38pounds in the box. Box was 36"x20"x8". Just shipped a pair.

Aryan · 11-07-2009, 03:56 PM

Thanks ricer. The seller says both USPS and UPS shipping costs are about US $350 to Europe. Is that a fair price? What do you think?

cold_beer839 · 11-07-2009, 04:28 PM

Send them to me and I'll take them to my international shipper (Econo Export Pros, located in Raleigh NC). I ship large telescopes to Europe all the time and get excellent rates. Much better than anything ever quoted by USPS, FedEx, DHL, or UPS.

I have a set of MSDS headers coming within the next few days. When I get the box and have the weight and dimensions I'll call him and get a quote. Shipping from MSDS to my house was $40.

PM me if interested.

Adrian_ · 11-07-2009, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Aryan

Thanks ricer. The seller says both USPS and UPS shipping costs are about US $350 to Europe. Is that a fair price? What do you think?

That's insane. I got the quote posted above directly from a guy working at MSDS.

You should take cold_beer839's offer, I bet you'll get way cheaper rates this way. I also located a US shipper specialised for Romania and rates are about 1.40$ / lb from New York to Bucharest using airplane. Boat rate is 1.20$ / lb but it's much slower. You should be able to get even cheaper rates for Holland, after all Rotterdam is Europe's first naval hub.

11-03-2009, 02:12 PM	#1
Aryan Addict Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Holland /Germany Posts: 1,328	MSDS headers weight - shipping options I am trying to have a pair of MSDS headers shipped from the US to the Netherlands. How much do those headers weigh (more or less)? What length, width and height (more or less)? Thanks __________________ Aryan 1989 S4 auto

11-03-2009, 04:01 PM	#2
Andrew Olson Supercharged Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: M-F Ohio. S-S Michigan. Sucks, but I'm gettin' paid! Posts: 12,747	I'd guess you could pack them both in a box measuring 30cm x 60cm x 1m (more or less). The actual weight will be about 25~30 pounds maybe a bit more. I think you'll end up paying more based on size than weight. __________________ AO

11-03-2009, 04:58 PM	#3
Aryan Addict Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Holland /Germany Posts: 1,328	Thanks for the fast response. The weight is pretty good, but you're right, it's the size that costs....I checked the USPS site and apparently large packages can only be sent Global Express Guaranteed, which is the second most expensive option (delivered within 1-3 days) I'm not in a hurry to install them, so if it takes a few weeks to ship, that's fine with me, but alas no such option. If anybody knows a cheaper option to ship a large package, please let me know.. __________________ Aryan 1989 S4 auto

11-03-2009, 07:51 PM	#5
Aryan Addict Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Holland /Germany Posts: 1,328	I'll check it out, thanks Adrian. __________________ Aryan 1989 S4 auto

11-03-2009, 08:59 PM	#6
RicerSchnitzzle Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Banished to the SBC Wastelands Posts: 1,585	38pounds in the box. Box was 36"x20"x8". Just shipped a pair. __________________ '81 Euro 'S' 928 5-Speed 383 Stroker Project "Muscle-schnitzzzle" >>>>>STROKER?? Has Ricer Lost His %*&$&#)&^ Mind?<<<<<< Yes I look like the Shamwow guy, only old, fat and red hair... Other than that, just like him.

11-03-2009, 07:13 PM	#4
Adrian_ User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bucharest, Romania Posts: 201	Try USPS airfreight. Costs 135$ shipped insured to Romania, so I guess Holland should be similar or maybe cheaper by 10-20%. .............................. 1979 Euro

11-07-2009, 03:56 PM	#7
Aryan Addict Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Holland /Germany Posts: 1,328	Thanks ricer. The seller says both USPS and UPS shipping costs are about US $350 to Europe. Is that a fair price? What do you think? __________________ Aryan 1989 S4 auto

11-07-2009, 04:28 PM	#8
cold_beer839 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lillington, NC Posts: 2,002	Send them to me and I'll take them to my international shipper (Econo Export Pros, located in Raleigh NC). I ship large telescopes to Europe all the time and get excellent rates. Much better than anything ever quoted by USPS, FedEx, DHL, or UPS. I have a set of MSDS headers coming within the next few days. When I get the box and have the weight and dimensions I'll call him and get a quote. Shipping from MSDS to my house was $40. PM me if interested. __________________ David Hawkins 1993 928 GTS 5-spd. Short Throw Shifter, Porkensioner 928 Specialists "Blackbird" Air Induction Motorsport Inc Crossover Pipe & Custom Stainless Exhaust Bilsteins & 18"x11" Carrera IIIs w/ Yoko Advan Sports Cross Drilled Zimmermans & Hawk Performance F-C's