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I've always had a minivan, and I've always transported sets standing up. I'd be interested in hearing of any trouble with picture tubes moved in the set that way. I've moved everything from CT-100s and 21" roundies to a big DuMont RA-103 console to 10" table models with the tube pretty loose inside that way, no problems.
I use several different types of tie-downs: mover's cinch straps, ratchet tie down straps and bungee cords. Also lots of moving blankets; moving blankets are your friend. If you use ratchet straps you have to be careful not to tighten them too much or you can crush the cabinet. (How do I know this?) I even move floor model Predictas standing up, bungeed to the back of the passenger seat.
I also had to learn the hard way to check that the chassis is bolted down tight. I got a big console radio once and as I tipped it back the amplifier slid right out. Somehow I managed to catch it before the globe 80 and 45 tubes broke.
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