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shipping heavy amps - Canada to US?

What is the safest, easiest, and most reasonably priced method of shipping a pair of used, heavy (about 100# each) monoblocks from Canada to the US? I would really like recommendations on shipping them, but assuming the owner could drive them over the border, does anyone know what the owner would have to pay to cross over with them? Thanks.
mitch2

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mitch2 OP
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Thanks guys so far, lots of good points (and some disappointing ones), but nothing to really run with. It seems that driving them across is the recommended best option, but both the seller and I are hours from the border, so with gas and drive time it becomes a less attractive option, and they would still have to be claimed and customs paid. Maybe FedEx Ground is the best? However, sounds like in addition to the shipping cost, there would still be duty and probably state sales tax to pay. Its too bad this is so difficult. Any other suggestions would be welcome.
mitch2 OP
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Thanks again everyone. The seller and I are currently exploring options that might be a win/win for both of us. I did receive a much better response when I called BAX today, compared to the information I was given on the website. On the website, it wouldn't give me a rate for their saver shipping, but when I called they were very helpful with that and in discussing brokerage. I agree with all who said it is easier to drive it across, based on my previous experiences. Too bad, this should be much easier.
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