Steve, let me know if you figure this out. I'm trying to ship a motor to CA myself. I know the classes are different for a crated motor vs. none, but I'm not sure the difference on the price.
This is what I'm trying to ship:
Block & head (all Internals), valve cover, pan, and Waterpump only. No flywheel or anything else.
I guessed a standard pallet at 40x48 @ 450 LBS. Terminal to Terminal was 375 ish from Orlando to LA, CA.
I'm sure I can make the pallet smaller, but the weight is my question also.
This is who I used, per another memeber, for my quote. They try and find the best rate for you.
Gina Thone
Diversified Transportation Services
phone# 800-686-3871 ext 223
website: www.dtsone.com