I am seeking the advice/wisdom of the list regarding experiences with
trucking companies.

I last week purchased a new 1.9 TD engine and along with the purchase
paid for shipping.  The engine has now arrived at Consolidated terminal
about 30 miles from the destination to which I paid shipping.

Upon contacting the company to check if it arrived I was told, yes it
was there.  I was then asked if I had a chain to drag it from the back
of a semi-trailer, ans NO.  Then if I want to pick up at terminal?   No,
I have no truck.

I asked that it be delivered by a truck with lift gate so it can be put
on my driveway,  company says it has no lift gates.  Suggested that I
rent a truck to pick up at their terminal where they would load it.

Then they suggested I round up enough friends to handle the 400'# plus
pallet.  No.  I do not live in an area where this is feasable during
delivery hours.

They said they would contact shipper to see if he would pay additional
charges.  I phoned shipper and gave then a heads up so I do not think
this will happen.

Shipper did say contract did provide that they could consign part of
delivery to other trucking companies.

Since I paid for delivery to my zip code I think the trucking company is
responsible for delivery and safe unloading at my destination address.

Any/all experiences  suggestions appreciated.

Thanks,

Harry Patrick