[Hallicrafters] PACKING IS PACKING

[John L.]

Spend the money and pay for foam in place packing . Works everytime, and if you
find the right packer -  shouldnt cost more than $20.00 - $25.00.  Next UPS has
specs on how things are packed - find out what they are. They want a certain
depth of packing depth of proper packing material around an article,. (thats how
they justify claims denial) If you meet those specs, you stand a chance of
getting your claim paid - be sure you insured it and can prove the true value.
Dont call your Hallicrafters an antique if applying for a claim - they dont
insure antiques.

W4AWM at aol.com wrote:

> My turn.
>
> This works.
>
> Go to your local Home Depot or Lowes and pick up a package of foam boards for
> about $5.00. There is more than enough there for one large and one small
> receiver, depending on the size of the box.  Take a panel and cut it to the
> size you need.  Then press it gently on the front of the receiver with just
> enough force so that the knobs and switches make an outline in the foam.
> Take a hobby knife and cut out the outlined areas, allowing a slight bit of
> extra clearence.  Place this board over the front of the unit.  If any knobs
> stick through, do the same thing again. Place foam board on the bottom of the
> box.  If it is really heavy, use 2 layers. Put the item in the box and fill
> in the sides and top with more foam board.  A razor knife may be used to
> score the boards and then they will break on the score when bent away from
> the scored area. Place the first box inside a second box which has been
> prepeared as above.  Survival rate with this method is excellent.
>
> Good luck and 73,
>
> John,  W4AWM
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