Hello David,
My girlfriend & I have moved 4 harpsichords myself (using our own
vehicles) 4 times, altho none was a double. One was a Hubbard Moermans,
which fit well into my girlfriend's Toyota 4Runner SUV, to my great
surprise. We went from Prescott, AZ to Aptos, CA (1440 mi r/t) to get
it, and I couldn't be happier.
We also went to LA from Prescott 3 times (800 mi. r/t each) to get 2
smaller instruments (a Zuckermann Italian & a Flemish single) which
both fit in my Toyota Tacoma pickup. The 3rd one (Zuck concert) needed
a UHaul trailer, which rattled a lot but it worked.
So I would expect that you can do this too, even if you have to rent a van.
Peter Yingling
Prescott, AZ
On 9/10/2017 7:13 AM, David J. Perry wrote:
> I may need to get my double back to its maker for some service, which
> I've never done before.
>
> I assume that even a good padded cover, such as we've been discussing
> here, is not adequate and I would need to get a crate made, with the
> covered instrument inside. Is that right? Large harpsichords are too
> big for FedEx or UPS, so I would have to work with a motor freight
> carrier (yes?). I have no idea how much it costs for a crate or motor
> freight. Also, how do you get a crate made? A local cabinetmaker?
>
> It may turn out to be just as good to get a cover, rent a van, and
> drive it up myself (about 300 miles round trip, twice). This would
> save the cost of a crate and motor freight and avoid subjecting my
> instrument to the tender mercies of a carrier. On the other hand, I
> would have the crate for future use if I went that route; I have room
> to store it in my garage.
>
> I'd appreciate advice from those who have been through this!
>
> David
>
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