TOPIC: Need suggestions on shipping an outboard

I found an outboard closer to the year of my boat, but the seller isn't able to do any heavy lifting. Are there any companies that would goto the seller's home, pallet the outboard, and ship it? I can get the motor for a fair price so spending extra on shipping isn't a big deal. I'd drive to pick it up but it's about 10 hrs one way.

You might check with "U-Ship", they might have somebody who would help. I suspect that will probably double the shipping rate, but maybe worth it to you? I'd be tempted to make a weekend road trip for it, but maybe that's not an option?

Where is the motor located? Perhaps one of us could pick it up and get it closer for you.

i agree with the weekend road trip. 10hrs 1 way still cheaper than shipping..LOL. my cousin does this kind of stuff for a living..they just left to pick up a load for Dallas tx. last night.... dont know the size of the motor.. but if its a big one you're probably looking at an easy 1000.00 for someone to crate and ship.. unless they are already going that way and willing to pick it up as an extra ship.. if its smaller of course it may be a little cheaper..

Thanks for the replies everyone, I appreciate it. I think I'm going to make a weekend out of it.

Hi mate jsj movers 07472426305 ask for jock tell him wayne from bkm marine services gave you his number great guys and good value too

just out of curiosity ,, where is the motor located and where would it going to.. i've had a few things shipped by friends relaying them closer to me before to pick up.. took a little longer to get.. but good friends helped out..

bkm marine: Thanks! I'll give them a call

vintagerunner: The motor is in Massachusetts and I'm up here in Michigan. I have enough work to do on my boat to be busy for a few months so I don't need it right away.