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Old 01-18-2002, 08:02 AM
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What's the best/cheapest way to ship 4 tires (no rims) from CA to GA? Thx.
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Old 01-18-2002, 08:26 AM
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Strap 2 tires together...UPS Ground.
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do they need to be boxed? bagged?
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nope, but make sure the tires are strapped together well.
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any estimate on what x-country shipping would be for 2x2 bundles? ~$50? $75? $100?
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I've had tires shipped to me strapped together with packing tape.
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Default 2 tires are probably about 50 lbs max...
You can check rates on the UPS web site.<ul><li><a href="http://wwwapps.ups.com/servlet/QCCServlet?iso_language=en&iso_country=US">UPS Rate Calculator</a></li></ul>
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thanks craig. wow, about $90 for shipping all 4.
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plus like $5 or so for extra handleing charge for tires.
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Craig: What do you use for tires for snow conditions? Gil
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