How do they work that, for example, a new exhaust, or something like the Stillen hood for S/C....whats the typical rates for large things like that?

Dave

 

For the OEM front lip from everythingg35 in AZ:
Shipping to Hawaii runs right around $100-105 as it has to go by air and is an oversized 2 package.
(The size is 70"x18"x8" for the package).
They ship by DHL

 

you just reminded me of a similar topic...

Do they still have that super ferry? the one where you could go on a boat with your car to the neighbor islands? Or did that never fully take off?

 

$400 for my Data Labia through DHL. $300 overnight for my shoes through USPS. $120 for my exhaust through FedEx. $18 for PIAA fog light bulbs and JDM Clears. CF hood through DHL $150 (previous car). $60 for Tein Flex's w/EDFC through UPS (previous car). $100 for 2 empty bottles of nitrous (previous car). if i can find more receipts, i'll post up more.

 

you guys should consider using http://www.shiptohawaii.com/ for large, bulky items from the mainland. you can save money on shipping.

 

^ i've heard of that, the only thing is most companies/shops won't do it.

 

You always have the option of shipping per your method (or don't buy from the vendor).

You can use a freight forwarder (such as DHL/Danzas). They get your package and stick it in a container out of a west coast port (different forwarders work out of different ports). Once the container is filled, or if they have regular deliveries of containers such as once a month, it gets shipped out. Definitely the cheapest method, but it will take more time to get your materials. The problem with this is getting your package to the freight forwarder. FedEx/US Postal/UPS are in the town of the vendor almost 100% of the time, but you might need to pay a trucker to take your materials to the freight forwarder's port.

In any case, it's probably best to talk to one and have them give you a price. Compare that against the 2 day air cost and see which one is better for your situation.

 

i just pay the shipping for it to come ASAP. i used to order parts with previous cars through methods like so, but the wait is crazy. the only vendors i go through are the one's with high reputation for fast cars, tuning, quality, and customer service. i guess i have no patience.

 

Ok, good info, thanks guys. I'm just thinking of the future, when I get my G S/C'ed, I will either go HKS or stillen. I hate the stillen hood, but because of the warranty from stillen, I might go that way. Also, the CARB exemption is important, as I will be eventually going back to Cali

Dave

 

^ that's cool. if you end up getting it SC'd here, get it tuned by Justin. he's the baddest here. Izumi Racecraft. i believe he's still here. haven't been in with the racer scene in a bit. check out Endless Garage.