Gee this place is turning to crap with a few over opinionated peeps
I have imported many a container with the right people on the job it is not a problem you just have to foot the bill
Obviously no one else can be a 100%correct 
, caveoftreasures how about pulling your head out of the sand
and have a look around there are plenty of other people in the pinball industry
Also you seem to be the only one holding a grudge with your smart ass comments about the other forum,get over it
"whatareya"tism
I think it is very wise that anyone considering importing ANYTHING is fully aware of the problems and pitfalls - I also think it is very foolish for some to be offering advice like "it's so simple - just do it - nothing ever goes wrong" - HA! I can cite many examples of how a small silly thing can ruin your day when it comes to importing. I bring in an average of six X 20' containers a year and have done so for many years.
I still have the occasional 'issue' - it is NOT all beer and skittles and offering advice that implies you will never have a problem is very short sighted.
I think it is great to hear the positives and negatives before undertaking the import of a container - same thing as buying your first Car. I know I asked a few people and I'm sure it saved me a few headaches. I know I'll be doing a few things differently on my next container - and using another Freight Forwarder will be the first change.
Those that import multiple containers (of whatever) will have the experience behind them, and for them, it is routinely simple - but they are still subject to the same mistakes that can be made by the supplier or the destination port.
It all comes down to experience. Be prepared to put some hours (and your back) into it.
