My Final Balikbayan Box to the Philippines (CONTACT CEMENT!)

I had one more bb box to put together for my 2024 trip to the US, so I decided to do a quick video on it. I used my old Hero 6, so the sound and video wasn't that great, but when has production value ever been a priority on My Philippine Dreams?
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[@gregdixon5848]

Good information Ned. Hope you get back to making more frequent videos. You are missed.

[@vgwalldecals]

Been using UMAC for the past 7 years as well, never had an issue. Myrtle Beach to Manila and Negros.

[@PhilippineDreams]

We have always been very happy with UMAC. Great customer service and shipping.

[@Last_day_events]

Many electronics are both now. When it arrives take it to a repair place and see if there is a 220 tap on the transformer. Most manufacture only make one transformer with 2 taps. So he can see it that's the case. often it's just removing a wire and connect to the other tap.

[@PhilippineDreams]

Thanks for that heads up - I will see if they have that tap available for 220 volts.

[@Last_day_events]

I use Elmer's instead of contact cement. I glue the bottom too. I buy my hard drives and monitors in USA.

[@heyyoubuddy6749]

Hey buddy good to see you, been a long time. I’m glad you and the family are well. Take care safe travels.

[@bubbsnova2014]

Good to see you again Ned. I'm glad you got to come back and visit. I have been a sub since about 2018.

[@CagayanIloiloandBeyond]

A hot glue gun to hold the flaps together is also another option. I use that for the bottom and when I'm done packing the top as well. The filament tape is amazing.

[@PhilippinesMyParadise]

Another great video, thanks for sharing! Full support as always & Best of luck/Ned 👍👏👍

[@malapasqua71]

Been missing you buddy! Hope to see you again very soon! Just love your content.

[@SherwinBajao]

All caught up. Need more videos.

[@Martin-in-the-Philippines]

Ha ha I used LBC express from uk to Cebu and never had a problem with them. Always sent when had their promos so most boxes usually only cost me around £75 per jumbo box. I have 4 arriving in next couple of weeks as they in Manila clearing customs now. I use brown box tape across the whole bottom, then heavy duty clear tape all the way up the box and finally once it’s filled I then use more brown tape to close it and more clear over the brown. I’ve had LBC express astonished at how much attention I put into the boxes. And my family are always amazed at how much stuff I’ve always managed to pack into them. I have 6 final boxes left to arrive and then that’s everything here.

[@Brutushungwell]

Good to see you Ned. Safe travels.

[@CarlosAlberto-ii1li]

WOW what it must be like to know all this stuff and have it ready to pull out of your human media system.

[@PhilippineDreams]

It's an art!

[@philippinefandango2859]

Great to see you again Ned. Hey what was your portions of brown sugar, water, and borax for the ant victory?? I am in Texas right now, but will be back in Cebu on the 18th of May, hopefully for good..

[@desertTRUTH]

So informative, thanks!

[@offthecuffadventureswithjamie]

Very nice Ned. I’ve packed a few up also lately. Flying next week. Safe travels Ned.

[@marvinphillips1326]

Best thing about UMAC is unlimited weight per box. 👍 I sent a lot of boxes through them with no issues. I would tape the whole box when shipping during the rainy season. It was to avoid the box from falling apart when it got wet.

[@PhilippineDreams]

Unlimited yup! I have gone over 120 pounds (or more) sometimes.

[@SherwinBajao]

Should have gotten Shure SM58 wired mics.

[@PhilippineDreams]

We have a Shure already. Great mic.

[@samuelmartin707]

Great video Ned!!!! 2 thumbs up my friend!!!!

[@BruceCinader]

Good to see you again. I always take 50 foot of rope and tie it in every direction, that makes it easier to handle and less likely to open up and for as many as I have sent and never had one opened, I believe it makes it less likely to be opened by immigration. Did you say your in Florida, where about in Florida, I am just North of Orlando.

[@PhilippineDreams]

I am just north of Orlando too.

[@BruceCinader]

@@PhilippineDreams I am very close to the Lawton Elementary School, Google it and let me know how close you are to that, would not mind seeing you for a quick visit if your close enough

[@neilgunns8391]

We’re all close, but I’m on the coast. Much cooler temps.

[@jaydrummer333]

Thats a nice jumbo size

[@lazylarrylee2421]

Ned, I want to be on your gift list if you are giving laptops 💻. 😂😂😂😂

[@filmoraine]

Good info Ned - Thanx for the pointers on shipping to the PI.

[@jaydrummer333]

I sent a drumset to a friend in neuva ecija from our local tindahin store in berlin ct he only charge 85$ per box He got his drumset no problems about 3.5 to 4 months later

[@bahuilok]

Good to see you bro, more videos coming?

[@fulltimber]

Can't go wrong with Yamaha amps mate. Last forever

[@PhilippineDreams]

As long as I don't forget to use the transformer!

[@ace24680]

what I needed lol 14 years and still have not sent once, think everyone only stops in the main cites I need to continue till I find maybe a door to door to the province

[@heaven4Now26]

Is there a weight limit?

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Who's place are you at? 🤔

[@neilgunns8391]

Parents I believe.