[Arran]

Well, I got the radio.  The seller didn't want to listen to me about any packing hints and now the radio is damaged.  I posted an ad in the wanted section for a nice original one.   Made me sick to see this happen, but I tried my best to suggest measures to get it here without any damage.  Guy was made of Teflon and deflected any attempt to do so.  Here's hoping i'll find another good original one.........

 Time to file a claim then, your suggestions for sound packing practices may not sink in but a financial penalty will. Make sure you take pictures of the box and packing materials as well as the damaged set.
Regards
Arran