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Title: Can TMX handle short trip in the car?
Post by: deedub on December 07, 2011, 02:51:30 am

Hi all, I'd like to take my TMX to a BBQ on Sunday because a couple of friends want their husbands to see it (I should be a demonstrator  :D). But I'm worried about taking it in the car - I know there's a carry bag but this is a once off thing so just wondering if & how I can take TMX for a short 15min drive without damaging anything? I don't have the styrofoam it came in anymore and the kids have used the box for a cat cubby (as you do), although I might be able to salvage it.....
Should I risk it?

Title: Re: Can TMX handle short trip in the car?
Post by: auds on December 07, 2011, 03:13:41 am

I would just wrap it up in a towel (the machine part) and put it in the back of the car on the floor.  either that or you could put a seat belt on it  ;D

I wouldnt hesitate to take mine anywhere - in fact probably taking it to SIL place for Xmas

Title: Re: Can TMX handle short trip in the car?
Post by: stacelee on December 07, 2011, 03:29:41 am

Mine travelled in a Pajero from Brisbane to Tasmania and then back to Brisbane again.  I have a folding crate/tote box on wheels that I bought from Officeworks.  Tom fitted beautifully in there.  I didn't bother taking the Varoma with me.  I will be taking it with me anytime I travel by car somewhere on holidays....makes life just that little more pleasant.

Title: Re: Can TMX handle short trip in the car?
Post by: fundj&e on December 07, 2011, 05:01:05 am

i know achookwoman travels a lot with the TM, and will answer this  question when is see it
all i know is  that u need to protect the scales  

Title: Re: Can TMX handle short trip in the car?
Post by: andiesenji on December 07, 2011, 06:46:34 am

I have a plastic storage tub with a lid that just fits the TMX with the Varoma basket alongside and also the cookbooks.  I fill in the odd corners with towels and a sheet of non-slip drawer liner that I put under it and under the tray I place it on when using it.  The tray fits flat in the bottom of the tub. 

I am going to visit my daughter for Christmas and am taking the TMX along to do some of its magic.  My van is going to be fully packed because I am also taking lots of goodies and presents.  I'll try to remember to take a photo when I have the van loaded.  People are always amazed at how much stuff I can pack into a vehicle. ;D

Title: Re: Can TMX handle short trip in the car?
Post by: achookwoman on December 07, 2011, 08:37:48 am

I have the carry bag made by TMX.  If I didn't have this I would place it in a snug box and stuff towels around it.  Place in car where it won't tip over.