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hey sixbuy
that co. is not able do lowboy
that co. is not able do lowboy
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Monster Man said:in regards to this wheel in the M36 auction:
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I see it's not your typical wheel. What's the story? Are all riveted wheels like that? I've seen a 10 ton tractor with wheels very similar to that (smaller, circular holes versus off-ovals), but obviously larger with a different bolt pattern, listed as "non standard". Just curious what you find those on.
Well, does that $1 to $1.50 a mile flat rate - or is there a loading charge, otherwise known as a hook fee? I know some on towing as I used to work w/ a company that ran alot of Lowboys OTR and even if there was a milage fee, they would get them on the loading and securing time. Hourly usually and these guys weren't fast on purpose. I know that it's tricky and some companies can be brutal on hidden fees.SixBuy said:Speaking of shipping... Has anyone had any experience with motor freighting a whole M35 from GL? I've been told the going rate is about $1 to $1.50 per mile. I've been looking at trucks far enough away that shipping costs are about equal to the travel and make ready costs. And I'm really not too keen on taking an unknown entity on the road for 1500 miles! Any thoughts?
Also, is there a reliable way to assess the condition of a truck from across the country? Again, the cost to preview may well equal the cost to fix some problems.
SixBuy said:D-b and MM,
Y'all are right on with the ideas! Get's complicated in a hurry. Back on 2/28, Cten mentioned something about paying the $$ for an inspection service? Any clues what that might be? So let's see - Auction + 10% buyer's premium + loading fees + transit mileage + state tax + unloading... And then we can see if it'll start! Gotta be a better way!
Maybe there ought to be a thread on how to buy from GL and still get a kiss...
MODERATOR! :smilewinkgrin: LOL - I think that would be a great idea. For those of us who are interested in dealing with GL - do a what to do & what not to do. Also, if anyone has information about specific locations that has equipment, and they KNOW FIRSTHAND that things disappear off vehicles, this location is prominant for rusty trucks, etc. it would be a HUGE help!
I second that motion Sixbuy![^]
:yeah:
John
Well, do you think it was easier to have it hauled than to drive it. Sounds like it would have been about the same amount of money either way. Who did you use to ship your deuce?jeepthrills said:When I bought Mine, I went to the GL site, got it running (cause the freight co. wanted another 200 bucks for a inop vehicle) I was able to get it running according to my now "sticky" inspection list. Drove it up onto the semi-trailer, and it cost me about $1.00 per mile. Vandenberg AFB to Flagstaff $750.00.
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cten said:This is a question that everyone has.
I really think that the decision to haul, drive or airlift all depends on the following circumstances: distance, aggravation and knowledge of the M35. How much money you have to burn on this project, how is your physical condition and how well your marriage is.
For myself it was 610 miles, no real true knowledge of the M35 and what if I get stuck or breakdown on the return trip.
It was worth the $1,000.00 to have her hauled back.
But because GL was so quick to approve my EUC I had to pay a different trucking company than the one I scheduled to haul it back for an extra $500.00.
This may sound like a lot of $$$, but it was better than loosing the truck and 25% for defaulting.
Hope this helps in prospective purchasers make this hard decision.
Regards,
Ok, well did you have an EUC in the past??? I think your the first person who has said they got the EUC faster than they expected!! Did you grease someone over at GL for a fast process time? :nono: OR Did you offer them free coffee for a week, with doughnuts?? :shocked: LOL - naw, seriously though - how fast did you get your EUC and how long were you anticipating!?
Who did you end up using for the company to haul your deuce?
John
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