Transport 51 PW from CA to AK

[KenaiGary]

I'm hoping to buy a 51 located in northern CA in the next week and will need it transported (not driven) to Anchorage, AK. Any transporters coming north? I presently have a quote of $2500 from a reputable firm in AK, but their price seems pretty steep.

[Bob Thompson]

I'm hoping to buy a 51 located in northern CA in the next week and will need it transported (not driven) to Anchorage, AK. Any transporters coming north? I presently have a quote of $2500 from a reputable firm in AK, but their price seems pretty steep.

Actually that's not a bad price. Considering it has to pass through U.S and Canadian customs and then fight its way north through construction delays and all that entails.
Have you considered hauling to San Fransiscco and putting it on an Alaska bound ship. I believe someone here did that and found it an economical alternative. Perhaps Seattle ? I would bet some of the guys in the PNW would chime in on that option. I'd also bet that quote will go up as soon as they find out what it weighs.

[KenaiGary]

Transport to AK

Actually this bid is for transporting by truck to Seattle from northern CA, containerizing it on a barge and floating it north to Anchorage. I provided them the dimensions and weight.

[Bob Thompson]

Actually this bid is for transporting by truck to Seattle from northern CA, containerizing it on a barge and floating it north to Anchorage. I provided them the dimensions and weight.

If the price includes the whole deal as stated, you got yourself an outstanding deal. Good job!

[KenaiGary]

Transport to AK

Thanks, Bob. I appreciate you responding.

[Bob Thompson]

Just exploring the options as it appears you have already done. There aren't many lower 48 haulers that will make the trip for reasons previously stated.
I discovered this some time back, when I had considered buying an Alaska truck.
Good luck with your truck.