I don't know anything about self clearing but I have realized, never get anything valuable shipped to Canada unless its being shipped by USPS/Canada Post. It is much less likely to get hit with customs fees when its shipped by them. I remember reading something saying that the other companies make money off charging people customs fees so they make sure to be very thorough and charge as many people as they can. I think there was a thread on RFD about it. Another option is to ship it to one of those places in Buffalo and pick it up from there. Less hassle when you're just bringing it over yourself, we've got back with thousand dollar import car parts before with no problem. Most of the time you just get lucky and they don't care that much. PM me if you need a place. I know it's all hindsight but its just advice for the future, good luck with the self clearing man.