Cheapest Way to Ship a front Diff. to ECGS

I looked this up through the search, I understand that there are different options for carriers and price tools for calculating. Just wondering if anyone has gone through this and come up with the cheapest option to get a front diff. from the West Coast to the East Coast with drop off and prices?

The only reason I'm asking is the part is in San Diego at a buddies house and I want to make this a easy as possible for him without breaking me. Since I live in Redding, around 13 hours away...

Right now I'm thinking throw it in a 5 gallon bucket, seal it and take it down to ship? Anyone done this? Cheapest carrier? Weight?

I appreciate the help.

Thanks,
-Jon

 

Strap it to a pallet and then shrink wrap.

 

That's what I was thinking. Thanks for heads up.

Another good option, but I'm trying to stay away from that as my buddy is already complaining about the process and time.

 

have ECGS send you the tag.

 

Ive heard of people using coolers to ship stuff.

 

milk crate