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Doug/Vamonos
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What's the truth of border inspections going south?
I read some reports about the mexicans doing more searches of vehicles going south at the border (San Isidro). Any truth to this? Are they going
through the cars or still just giving occasional drivers the red light? Thanks.
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noproblemo2
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They are getting serious about checking both cars and Rvs, nothing more than what the US border going north. It's a minor inconvenience they are just
doing their jobs.
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Bajahowodd
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The percentage of vehicles being pulled over is very small. If you don't imitially pull over into the declare lane, whether you actually need to
declare something or to obtain a visa, you'll notice someone out in the main traffic lanes who will wave some cars over for inspection. It seems
totally random, and nowhere near the thorough check our guys do heading North. In my opinion, it's being done more for show, as the Mexican's are a
tiny bit peeved over the idea that it's US sourced weapons that are a big source of the cartels armaments.
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bcburt
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They are almost complete with reconfiguring the entry lanes. From what I read a few months ago scales were going to be installed in each lane along
with license plate readers. Apparently they will be recording vehicle weights as you cross now that will be linked with your plate number. A
discrepancy will cause you to go to secondary. A stolen vehicle database will also be searched from the plate numbers that are read.
http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/apr/30/1m30custo...
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bajabound2005
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Construction for the lanes into Mexico from San Ysidro has already started and this is what we have to look forward to:
"When these lanes become operational in the summer of 2009, each vehicle
crossing into Mexico will be weighed and scanned by electronic devices
to ensure that the vehicle is not bringing contraband into the country.
Primarily this is aimed at smugglers of weapons, ammunition, explosives
and cash that are being funneled to the drug cartels in Mexico. However,
the new screening process will also catch all varieties of metallic,
fibrous and electronic goods coming into Mexico and you may have to pay
duty on any undeclared merchandise."
Friends don't let friends drink white zinfandel.
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David K
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I wonder how 'cash' (or anything else on that list) weighs different than a full ice chest?  
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Dave
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Weight discrepancy
| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
I wonder how 'cash' (or anything else on that list) weighs different than a full ice chest? |
The scales will be looking for large discrepancies based on wet weight of the vehicle. If your vehicle normally weighs 4,500 and comes across at 6,000
they'll figure you've got more than a full ice chest.
From a tourist perspective the real question is not what procedures or how effective but how long. If the border backs up then few will put up with
the hassle.
[Edited on 7-16-2009 by Dave]
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ElFaro
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License Plate Database Glitches - Major Concern Here !!
Here's a scenario that I'm really concerned about... and that is crossing south and Mex. Custom database wrongfully flags my License Plates. I get
pulled into secondary and detained along with my vehicle and trailer. Now I'm forced to prove my innocence. Or they may keep my rig while I head
north to get paperwork to straighten things out...or have to pay an "administrative fee" to smooth things over...or I'm detained in a holding cell
while my wife heads north to get help. I don't know...I hope I'm not over reacting here. Anyone else here think this could be a common occurance at
the TJ crossing ? 
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Bajahowodd
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Depends on how serious the Mexican Migra are going to get. My best guess is that unless you're carrying something exotic, you'll get through in a few
minutes.
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SDRonni
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Do you think there would be any problem with carrying general household items to a new residence down there? Wow, my timing is just perfect! NOT!!
FINALLY get our condo, don't want to bother with a menaje de casa and would like to be able to take stuff down piecemeal. Do you think they will
hassle us for taking stuff like this (dishes, sheets, towels, small furniture)????
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by SDRonni
Do you think there would be any problem with carrying general household items to a new residence down there? Wow, my timing is just perfect! NOT!!
FINALLY get our condo, don't want to bother with a menaje de casa and would like to be able to take stuff down piecemeal. Do you think they will
hassle us for taking stuff like this (dishes, sheets, towels, small furniture)???? |
Congratulations on your condo, Ronni. After all this time, I'm sure you'll appreciate your decision.
They probably wont bother you for taking down limited amounts of household items. Poco a Poco, as they say. A truck load might be different. I'm
assuming your stuff would be considered used. A carload of new stuff would be different. So, if it's new, make it look used.
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bajamigo
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
A carload of new stuff would be different. So, if it's new, make it look used. |
A few judicious sprays of ketchup and soy sauce on your new appliances will do wonders in aging their appearance.
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bajaguy
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Pack everything you can in suitcases or duffle bags covered with a layer of clothes. Throw in an ice chest and a few sleping bags...make it look like
you are going camping..if you have a dog in the vehicle, that is better.
I have a source for larger stuff or if you want to make one trip with furniture and/or appliances
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajamigo
A few judicious sprays of ketchup and soy sauce on your new appliances will do wonders in aging their appearance. |
Well, yeah...that's the idea. Maybe invite a bunch of folks over for dinner, use all the plates and utensils, then instead of washing anything,
pack them into a box and hit the road.
I won't suggest what could be done to the linen to prepare it for it's journey through the border.
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Bajajorge
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If you're a gunrunner or a dope smuggler you should be nervous, but if you're an honest citizen, nothing to worry about. Just remember the 4th, 5th
and 6th Amendements do not count in Mexico.
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bajajudy
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A friend just came south through San Ysidro at 9pm Thursday....only 3 lanes....2 hours to cross. The hang up was on the US side.
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SDRonni
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You guys make me laugh! Yes, we are so excited to be finally able to call Baja our second home! We went down last week and spent two nights, rented
a place at our development. Met some new neighbors--really nice people! Even went to La Fonda for Taco Tuesday. I told my husband I felt like my
heart was smiling! Went in our condo more times than I can count--taking measurements, checking the view/lighting at different times of day, toasting
the goodness of life on the balcony! Our view is of the beautiful Pacific and southward--Calafia, the big "Jesus" statue, and all the way out to the
point toward Ensenada. They say good things come to those who wait and, Lord knows, we've sure waited and this sure is a good thing!
Bajamigo: Fortunately, all our large appliances come with the condo. I'm sure I can make a mess of blenders/toasters/coffeemakers enough to make
them look used.
Bajaguy: Dang! Wish we had a dog! Got one we can borrow? Just joshing. Also, yes, I would like your source for larger stuff. Thanks!
Bajajudy: 2 hours to cross southbound? Holy smokes! Wonder if they'll make an equivalent of the SENTRI to cross southbound?
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elgatoloco
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajajudy
A friend just came south through San Ysidro at 9pm Thursday....only 3 lanes....2 hours to cross. The hang up was on the US side.
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Wait until Seņor Torres hears that.
MAGA
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DianaT
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| Quote: | Originally posted by SDRonni
I'm sure I can make a mess of blenders/toasters/coffeemakers enough to make them look used.
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That is the kind of stuff we wrapped in clothes and put in duffle bags ---ice chest at the back. :-)
It seems to be such a hit and miss thing. We have been lucky, got the red light a few times, but we open the shell door, they just took quick look in
the back of the truck and off we went. When we had a couch hanging out the back of the truck, we crossed at Tecate and got the green light---
Have fun and enjoy your new home.
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bajaguy
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Ronni
Check your u2u
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