USA to UK parcel service
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I am looking to get two new motors for my cut outs, QTP are in the USA and want $141 just for shipping, they suggested I get them to ship to a friend or family in the USA and then get them to post on to me in the uk, why would it be any different for a friend to send from USA to here ?
snowwolf said:
I am looking to get two new motors for my cut outs, QTP are in the USA and want $141 just for shipping, they suggested I get them to ship to a friend or family in the USA and then get them to post on to me in the uk, why would it be any different for a friend to send from USA to here ?
No VAT or duty on the shipping costs ? snowwolf said:
I am looking to get two new motors for my cut outs, QTP are in the USA and want $141 just for shipping, they suggested I get them to ship to a friend or family in the USA and then get them to post on to me in the uk, why would it be any different for a friend to send from USA to here ?
I think it may count as a gift=less tax/dutyARAF said:
That's too expensive, just for the shipping, isn't it?
yes expensive araf, in QTP reply they said it was robbery!!! LOL but that's what UPS will charge, they are being brill with quick email replies trying to help like suggesting ways around it, package is 1.5kg so its not heavy, I have asked a mate in Canada if he can be middle man, waiting for a replyTheLeatherman said:
Try Interparcel or parcel2go or one of those internet based couriers. They are way cheaper as they buy bulk parts of DHL, UPS, etc shipments. I just did 2.5 kg to Oz and back for 60 quid.
Exactly what I was going to suggest. You can organise it from here too, so you know exactly what you're paying for it.ARAF said:
Exactly what I was going to suggest. You can organise it from here too, so you know exactly what you're paying for it.
ok great thanks for info, I just stripped the unit down again and washed all the grease off all the gears, 8 gears in this little box!!! found one with a tooth missing, have just emailed them back asking if they have one gear laying about, all the intermediate gears are the same so hopefully they do, fingers crossed 
Shipping quotes do vary wildly, and must be on how they fill in the online quote form or something.
I bought some smallish light parts recently, UPS 48hr was around $80
Not superb, but not terrible...even if their agents at this and are ballbags and dont know how to ring a doorbell, or indeed use a letterbox.
A few days later I try to buy something smaller and lighter...and another seller is quoting me $130 for postage via the same UPS !!
Bought same item from another seller who used the horrific USPS/Parcel Force...postage $70.
Do QTP have any re-sellers you can buy from who wont rob you so much ?
I bought some smallish light parts recently, UPS 48hr was around $80
Not superb, but not terrible...even if their agents at this and are ballbags and dont know how to ring a doorbell, or indeed use a letterbox.
A few days later I try to buy something smaller and lighter...and another seller is quoting me $130 for postage via the same UPS !!
Bought same item from another seller who used the horrific USPS/Parcel Force...postage $70.
Do QTP have any re-sellers you can buy from who wont rob you so much ?
I always get my sis in Florida to post everything via USPS/Parcel Force
Never had an issue and never paid more than ~$30 for my sump baffles and valve train parts etc. Occasionally get charged extra based on the declared value.
Before you ask she's in Hong Kong currently as I'd really like some rockers and push rods sent over myself.
Never had an issue and never paid more than ~$30 for my sump baffles and valve train parts etc. Occasionally get charged extra based on the declared value.
Before you ask she's in Hong Kong currently as I'd really like some rockers and push rods sent over myself.
I think most cutouts are made in china and can be bought directly from there at a fraction of the price that they are sold on for after being branded,
This one is £46, and looks a lot like the qtp cutout just without the metal splash guard over the motor and a few parts painted black
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2-5-2-1-2-Electric-...
This one is £46, and looks a lot like the qtp cutout just without the metal splash guard over the motor and a few parts painted black
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2-5-2-1-2-Electric-...
Grits 'N Gravy said:
In my experience the best shipping method when I've needed to send parts to the UK/Europe in the past is USPS. It'll take longer than ups/fedex but its far cheaper. I'd be happy to help you if you'd like.
It appears cheaper, but after waiting the extended time, Parcel Force charge between £8-13.50 for the pleasure of charging you moneyThat's around another $20 or so.
IMO, as long as FedEx or DHL etc quotes are sensible, I'd never even consider USPS. Plus there is no tracking with USPS.
Unfortunately some sellers just dont give you the option, and you're stuck with mediocre service
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