@d2girls - I use Glad plastic wrap. Seriously, if you stretch it tightly and wrap multiple layers in all directions, it is better than the original plastic bags. It clings to itself, holds tightly and prevents any movement between the plastic and the casing of your electronics. I've used it for electronics and speakers. Check my feedback and you'll see several comments about the quality of my packing jobs. Many of those were using Glad plastic wrap purchased at the grocery store. |
Yes, when I sell an item I wrap it with multiple layers of plastic wrap.
No scratches.
If you are sending your amp to Pass for service, well I guess you’ll need the plastic bag.
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Wow thats very bad use a lawn bag though. |
I have plenty of glad wrap, will use that.
Why is it bad that I don't have it anymore? Why is it needed if I were to send it in under warranty? |
Shipping usually involves moving stuff under less than ideal conditions. Trucks rattle and vibrate a lot. The package rattles and vibrates, the electronics will suffer from damage to the case finish. I am sure Pass will send your equipment back with the correct bag if it is serviced. I agree with the idea of no matter what, cover the item with a plastic wrap of some kind Glad Wrap, garbage bags, grocery shopping bags if they are heavier plastic. Flimsy plastic is NOT enough, unless you have plenty of layers.I am certain the company will 'forgive' you for not having the original bag.
On the other hand, not having the original box for heavy expensive items? bad, very bad. In that case I WOULD ask the company to sell you a new box. (Sure it would cost $100, but worth the protection, both for insurance (Insurance usually will ONLY cover if original box!) and for knowing it is way more likely to arrive safe.(and this part is just for general, not d2girls situation.)
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I am sure Pass will send your equipment back with the correct bag if it
is serviced. I agree with the idea of no matter what, cover the item
with a plastic wrap of some kind Glad Wrap, garbage bags, grocery
shopping bags if they are heavier plastic. Yes On the other hand, not having the original box for heavy expensive
items? bad, very bad. In that case I WOULD ask the company to sell you a
new box. Yes |
Guess it is just me but if you have the original box and foam inserts and the amp is resting in place between the inserts how is it going to get all scratched up without the plastic bag while in transit. |
Go to home depot and get some stretch wrap or any moving supply place will have it. Comes in handy for a lot of things. |
"Guess it is just me but if you have the original box and foam inserts and the amp is resting in place between the inserts how is it going to get all scratched up without the plastic bag while in transit."
It won’t scratch it but probability of scuffing/ marring from the styrofoam constant rubbing on it.
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Is it actually possible for styrofoam to permanently mark up the steel chassis of the amp? |
I would go to a store like best buys or whoever and ask for the plastic bag that a computer was packaged in. |
Yes those styrofoam end pieces can scuff up the finish but the suggestion of the Glad Wrap is your best bet. Manufacturers use bags because it is less time consuming and labor intensive. If you're sending it back to manufacturer they will put it in a new bag as its faster for them. |
Roll of visqueen from a big box hardware store.
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ULINE sells plastic bags in several thicknesses, in a dizzying array of sizes. No doubt, they have what you need, and may even supply the manufacturer |
Good news. I found the bag! It even has the serial number of the amp written on it 🙃
It was in my shoe closet... should I clean the bag throughly? I’m guessing there’s grit and bits of dirt inside the bag now... |
I would turn it inside out, and just wipe it down with a damp cloth.Let it dry completely. right side out, done.
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Wow call James Brown Papas Got a Brand New Bag!!!! |
You could use 4 mil plastic drop "cloth" cut to size.
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