[Hammarlund] Re: [Hallicrafters] Need 3 terminal strip

[Jim Wilhite]

If you guys could see how UPS (and for that matter many other carriers) 
handle packages, you would better understand how this kind of damage 
occurs.  It is not always poor packaging.  In fact, poor packing is not 
usually the cause.

I had the pleasure of servicing the radio system at a UPS transfer 
station in Mesquite, TX and witnessed enough that I refused to use UPS. 
If you want to hear the stories, I will relate them, but suffice to say 
I terminated the contract with UPS at the center I managed and switched 
to FedEx.

Each carrier has problems locally and with certain employees, but the 
practices at UPS are geared to cause damage, especially to sensitive 
gear.  They tell you verbally, if you ask, to pack the equipment for a 3 
ft. drop.  The best way I have ever guaranteed no damage is to purchase 
a large amount of insurance (value I could establish), which causes the 
clerk to have the manager look at the packing.  When they accept that 
package, it becomes a personal responsibility and they won't let 
anything through that won't make the trip.

Read the website of any shipper you choose.  They will give packing 
directions.  If you don't follow their rules, they aren't going to pay 
period and you have no recourse.  Keep in mind when you purchase 
coverage, it ISN"T insurance, just damage coverage subject to federal 
law, and they know the law better than you.

Jim/W5JO

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "jeremy-ca" <km1h at jeremy.mv.com>

Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 8:13 AM
Subject: Re: [Hallicrafters] Need 3 terminal strip


> Was it really UPS's fault or the shipper?
>
> If shippers would simply take the time to read and even comprehend the 
> packing instructions on the UPS web page there would be a lot less 
> damage.
>
> Carl
> KM1H
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Dan Cotsirilos K9DTC"
>
> UPS "personalized" my new 51j-4 putting a dent in the rear by the 
> remote terminal strip and crushed it. The correct one would be a 
> bakelite one but if anyone has any kind they would like to sell please 
> let me know.
>
>
> Dan K9DTC
>
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