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PODS experience? - 9/2/2006 7:43:10 AM

WyrdRich

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The wife and I have decided to relocate out of this damn desert and I'm thinking the PODS system might be the easiest way to make the move. Has anyone used them?

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RE: PODS experience? - 9/2/2006 7:54:35 AM

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No, but I know someone who has - a friend of mine. She loved it. Said they are very convenient,and the service was good. I am in Omaha, NE. I am thinking this is a franchise, and operations and service may vary by loacation. But, she liked using a POD.

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RE: PODS experience? - 9/2/2006 10:06:33 AM

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I have a pod right now. It is convenient...they bring it to your door. They have this docking system that is "supposed" to be stable so things don't fall over.
Our stuff fell over even though it was tied down.
They have two types of pods..instate and out of state. Instate is a cheaper material and cheaper to rent.
Price comparison wise if you are planning on keeping it for any length of time. I have an instate one I pay about 200 a month on. Not a whole lot mroe than a typical storage.
To send mine where i want it to go it is not as expensive as moving companies. I like the idea. However pods don't go to smaller towns. So you have to choose a large town for them to deliver it on your doorstep.
They can store the pod for you, about another hundred a month. Though it is in a climate controlled space. Much easier to store it yourself if you have the room.

In any event, next week I will have my second pod. It isn't the greatest but it sure isn't as expensive as a moving company either. Plus your stuff is moreless in your hands the entire way so you can secure it.
3000 pound limit though.

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RE: PODS experience? - 9/2/2006 12:17:01 PM

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Thanks Sub4hire. 3000 lb limit huh? That is going to rule it out I guess.

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RE: PODS experience? - 9/2/2006 12:22:50 PM

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My concern about using a Pod is that most people don't have a clue about how to pack and load a truck. It takes some experience. If something arrives damaged because you packed your Pod like a dumass, I assume you can't file a claim against Pods, right?

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RE: PODS experience? - 9/2/2006 12:31:05 PM

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The out of state Pods may allow more weight. Haven't checked that out yet, but plan on it.
We had a moving man tie our stuff down..it was still knocked over.
Essentially when on the inside...it is a basic frame make out of 2X4's. Thick plastic covering it...and you have your pod.

Primitive yet genius at the same time. I'm sure they are making millions.

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RE: PODS experience? - 9/2/2006 4:32:25 PM

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My concern about using a Pod is that most people don't have a clue about how to pack and load a truck. It takes some experience. If something arrives damaged because you packed your Pod like a dumass, I assume you can't file a claim against Pods, right?

     As long as there are good tie-downs inside that wouldn't be an issue. The really fragile stuff would ride in the cars along with the 'must haves.'

      The truck companies go to considerable lengths to limit the liability. I moved my Grandmother to Florida a few years ago with the truck 3000 lbs over the stated GVWR and the car dolly wasn't supposed to exceed 50mph. I imagine PODS would be even tougher. If the truck rolled over or caught fire you might have a case.

      Most of the furniture is easily replaced, we might make the weight.

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