[R-390] Re: [Collins] R390A FS

[hankarn]

I furnish a custom 24x22x15 500#DW stapled box with custom cut polyethylene
foam to fit for $50.00 plus UPS charges for a 30# box. I have one that I
have used 5 times for R-390, R-391 and R-390A and have provided close to 50
to other hams and have had no damage to any of the radios.
DO NOT USE FOAM PEANUTS/POPCORN OR BUBBLE PACK FOR THESE HEAVY RADIOS.
The peanuts WILL shift with heavy loads. Wad up old newspaper in the corners
to preevent shifting if you are going use them.
What do you have when the bubble breaks on bubble pack? 2 pieces of plastic
with a total thickness of .006 mils. The bubbles alway break on the load
bearing points first.
It you want  the radio damaged take it to MBS etc/UPS Store and get a dummy
pack job.
UPS limit is 150 pounds. FedEx heavy has no limit, just your wallet limit. I
think USPS Domestic is 140 # not sure as I do not use  them for heavy items
for several reasons.

Good luck
Hank
KN6DI