Transporting an LGP-30

I 2nd what Chuck recommended, if that's not an option find someone you 100% trust. Anything that shock would hurt, have it removed, then one could find a electronic equipment mover. Most of the big moving van companies provide that service. -pete On Fri, Dec 23, 2016 at 11:45 AM, Chuck Guzis <cclist at sydex.com> wrote: > On 12/23/2016 08:06 AM, Cory Heisterkamp wrote: >> Hi Folks, >> >> I recently became the owner of an LGP-30, supposedly in 'working' >> condition. However, the machine is roughly 2000 miles from me and >> will need to be transported by freight. Before it's palletized, are >> there any special precautions I should take to ensure its safe >> travel. I'm especially worried about the drum (drum lock?), but >> haven't been able to find a maintenance or setup doc. >> >> Anyone out there with experience or can offer a few pointers? >> > > Is this the LGP-30 that came up for auction in Canada? > > Personally, I'd buy a plane ticket and supervise the packing. There > are, IIRC, 110 or so tubes, a drum and other goodies that should > probably be removed and shipped separately. Nothing like getting a box > o' broken glass to make life interesting. > > --Chuck > >