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acevedor2:
Ok, I have searched the threads and have a good idea of the pros and cons of transporting games.  I will be using my pickup and I haven't decided if I will be trying to lay them down or keep them upright (there are two of them).  Normally it would be a no brainer, but I have my camper top on the bed and I don't really want to take it off and reinstall it.  That said, I have about a 280 mile trip, so I am leaning towards removing it and transporting them upright anyway. 

I considered using U-Haul to transport them enclosed, but the cost looks to be prohibitive.  I have seen several posts for people saying it's 20 bucks a day.  Yeah, it is, and then they rape you with $.69 a mile.  You do the math for a 560 mile round trip in mileage alone. 

Which brings me to my question - does anyone know where is the best place to rent (for relatively cheaply) a U-haul type truck?  Thanks!

btp2k2:
You want to transport them upright.

As far as truck rentals go...Try Budget....I think they are like 19 bucks a day (At least they were when I last moved).....Just make sure you bring it back with a full tank!  ;D

Also....try looking at Craigslist....alot of times you can find cheap moving services....a buddy just bought an original Street Fighter II cab on Craigslist for 350.00 and found a guy on Criagslist that went and picked it up and dropped it off at his house for 30 bucks and a 12 pack of beer.

acevedor2:
Yeah, I tried budget too.  It seems that all of them want .69 a mile and that is just ridiculous.  I am trying to find an option that doesn't involve a "per mile" fee.  Even if the initial rental is more.

CheffoJeffo:
With the exception of cocktails and a showcase, I have transported all of my cabinets on either their backs or sides. Just be sure to check inside for secure mounting and no loose objects.

Oh ... and plan for rain ...

Cheers.

woodygjw:

--- Quote from: CheffoJeffo on March 14, 2007, 07:25:16 pm ---With the exception of cocktails and a showcase, I have transported all of my cabinets on either their backs or sides. Just be sure to check inside for secure mounting and no loose objects.

Oh ... and plan for rain ...

Cheers.

--- End quote ---

I agree, I have hauled 6 of my 8 cabs on their back, the other two upright because I picked them up at the same time in the back of my little S10.  Like said, make sure everything is secure, and I always take a tarp in case I need it.

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