OK update (I guess). Spoke with a few shipping companies so far. Old dominion refuses to believe that this is a new engine. They will ship it for like $800.00, but will not insure it at all against damage. I actually called them back to argue (politely) the point, but they stayed firm.
Second one was YRC freight. Roughly the same price (791.00), and they will allow you to insure for up to 10.00 per pound.... at 600 pounds, that only $6,000.00 insurance on a 45-50K engine....
I am looking into private shipping companies (through eBay) like U-Ship, but am unsure what their insurance policy is. At only 1700 miles from me, driving the engine there and then just flying back to FL may be the best route. Plus no insurance needed as I know I will take care LOL