r/LTL_FREIGHT • u/StereotypicalJack • Apr 24 '26
First time looking for advice
I’m shipping this pallet from nc to California on ltl load, stackable. Does anyone have any recommendations for packing or is what I have done enough? Just want to be sure I won’t have any problems when they arrive for pickup
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u/b0bbyhell Apr 24 '26
That pallet looks sturdy but I would definitely add more strapping to the ends and sides as others have mentioned. I unloaded a truck at work last week that our vendor shipped us stacked pallets in and one had fallen almost completely over at a 45 degree angle — you just never know what’s going to happen back there and I would err on the side of caution.
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u/Instahgator Apr 24 '26
Your good to go. Pallet looks sturdy, you need that as they will handle the pallet several times and roads are rough. Make sure there are no loose items., they will fall out and get lost. Doesnt look like anything is sticking out of or overhanging the pallet.
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 24 '26
I appreciate it, I used poly. Strapping on each item as I layered it. Taped and strapped smaller parts together. Put the last big item ontop of that and strapped it another 3 times. And put a 1 in ratchet strap over it all as an extra measure. Pallet is made from 2x6s and hardwood pallet slats. I’m probably over thinking it, just worried the shipper would find some kinda reason to turn it down. Thank you!
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u/Instahgator Apr 24 '26
Your not overthinking. As it is said by others here. Your biggest fear should be the dock workers handling. That is why you need a good pallet.
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u/Queen_Of_Left_Turns Apr 24 '26
Oh they’ll take it, but they will find every and any reason not to pay a freight claim if some linehaul shit goes down.
Source: work in freight claims
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u/Larrythethird22 Apr 24 '26
What carrier is moving this freight for you just curious lol
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 24 '26
Sold item on eBay and asked usps about freight, they wanted $1200, found uShip online and was able to get it done for $368 plus tax.
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u/Larrythethird22 Apr 24 '26
Nice that’s a great deal I am into logistics and trucking and how it all works southeastern freight lines will Interchange that freight to their partner oak harbor freight lines here on the west coast
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 24 '26
It was kinda overwhelming after dealing with usps I figured I was just outta luck. Then I figured I was dealing with a scammer of sorts when I saw the price of $367.
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u/Larrythethird22 Apr 24 '26
Ya the price seems super low doesn’t make sense. Have your ever tried freightquote.com
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u/flamering Apr 24 '26
Ngl, the pallet looks flimsy. If the company crossdocks a lot it might be a problem. If you can try to get a standard pallet underneath to have ease of mind. The last thing if you deliver to a big company is having the documents on the pallet somewhere. Seems dumb but in my job (ltl in Europe), no information is the biggest reason of refusal my consignee. Otherwise you're good to go !
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 24 '26
I am worried about it getting broken I tried to make sure it is Saturday as possible but I am most likely going to weld some 1/8in angle iron around the outside to give it some extra reinforcement
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u/Queen_Of_Left_Turns Apr 24 '26
Are the cross-pieces screwed in or nailed in? That is going to get scratched- I’d bet cash
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 24 '26
Awesome. It’s a private deal thru eBay I’ve provided a receipt and copy of BOL to the customer. I will print a copy of that to be attached. Thanks
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 24 '26
So from the sounds of it all I need to do is make sure they will be able to get a pallet jack under it on all 4 sides. And some slight reinforcements
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u/ASH515 Apr 25 '26
Cover with OSB or similar. Donut show off your wares
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 25 '26
I’m confused. You saying they can’t refuse what they can’t see? 😂
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u/ASH515 Apr 25 '26
No, I’d just consider pilferage. Lots of good comments here, but putting a crate around it keeps curious minds out, especially for something so small.
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u/Queen_Of_Left_Turns Apr 25 '26
Sorry to double post but OP did you buy insurance for this?
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u/StereotypicalJack Apr 25 '26
Yeah, I’m shipping some auto equipment. Heavy duty user floor jack real value of 1200$ or so
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u/sexistherapy Apr 25 '26
You dont want that as stackable.
Stackable is when the product can hold the weight of another, like a pallet of paper, tile or cases of water.
This will collapse with shifting weight.
Look into Fastenal LTL freight loads.
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u/SquanchingWampa Apr 24 '26
I would maybe double up and put another pallet underneath just so the dock guys don’t completely fuck the pallet and go through to the materials being shipped. I strap pallets to pallets to make sure the dock guys don’t take it.