Does anyone have anything BAD to say about sams club boxes

[l_bilyk]

I think i'm going to just buy one on credit and pay it off in time. I should have budgeted for a tool box :(

[kartracer55]

Hey before you go and buy that... look on ebay. You can get craftsman ball bearings on thier used, but really cheap, and sometiems they throw in tools. Just another option, that might be a cheaper way to go for ya.

Jim

Or you can do what I do and stuff 10 lbs of shat in a 2lb bag... ie my tool box lol

Jim

[kartracer55]

http://cgi.ebay.com/BARELY-USED-CRAFTSMAN-TOOL-CHEST-AND-ROLL-AWAY-CABINET_W0QQitemZ4407733040QQcategoryZ42363QQrdZ1Q QcmdZViewItem

you can find deals like this.. This one is pickup only though, so I wouldnt bid, but thats an awesome price for that. The BB stuff is pretty good quality. Thats a steal.

Jim

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http://cgi.ebay.com/BARELY-USED-CRAFTSMAN-TOOL-CHEST-AND-ROLL-AWAY-CABINET_W0QQitemZ4407733040QQcategoryZ42363QQrdZ1Q QcmdZViewItem

you can find deals like this.. This one is pickup only though, so I wouldnt bid, but thats an awesome price for that. The BB stuff is pretty good quality. Thats a steal.

Jim


That isnt a bargain seeing its at $200 and the reserve hasnt been met....that would be a good price if there wasnt a reserve

[Barnaby]

I have the Costco version and think they are head and shoulders above the Craftsman BB units (not Pro units). Smoother drawers, non-annoying latches, drawer liners included.

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I have the Costco version and think they are head and shoulders above the Craftsman BB units (not Pro units). Smoother drawers, non-annoying latches, drawer liners included.


Yea I think the Costco and Sams are the same and I agree they are really good quality.....this the thing I am asking for christmas

[Old Moparz]

I have the Sam's Club one & have just one small complaint. The hinged lid has no handle on the front when facing it to lift it open. If your hands are a little greasy, you need both hands to lift it from the sides by applying pressure inward. It's not the end of the world & may sound trivial, but it's annoying when your hands are full & you're busy. Other than that, it's one of the best purchases I ever made & would highly recommend it.

I'll drill a couple of holes in the face of the lid & add a handle one day, it's a simple fix.

[74-77Camaro]

I got the 41" version at Sams, love it, only complaint is that the drawers want to slide closed on their own accord, like they were made with a slight slope. My friend was amazed when he saw a loaded drawer that kept closing on its own. There are times I want it to stay open for a bit, I put something taller than the drawer in it.

[dink]

I got the 41" version at Sams, love it, only complaint is that the drawers want to slide closed on their own accord, like they were made with a slight slope. My friend was amazed when he saw a loaded drawer that kept closing on its own. There are times I want it to stay open for a bit, I put something taller than the drawer in it.


To me that shows its a good quality that it can hold large loads and still close easily

[kartracer55]

Yeah, its one of the better asian imports, but my complaint with those is the lack of draws... they put in a few deep draws instead of numerous shallow draws... any more than 2 or 3 deep draws in a combo unit liek that is a waste of space

Jim

[l_bilyk]

I actually like it... I'd like to keep some of my electrical tools like the skillsaw, 7" hand grinder, etc. in there. Plus i got a ton of air tools. And not that many hand tools other than sockets and wrenches.

The only weird thing is that i have NEVER seen a mechanic with one of these boxes. And i know ALOT of mechanics around here. So i was thinking maybe they are bad quality?

[dink]

I actually like it... I'd like to keep some of my electrical tools like the skillsaw, 7" hand grinder, etc. in there. Plus i got a ton of air tools. And not that many hand tools other than sockets and wrenches.

The only weird thing is that i have NEVER seen a mechanic with one of these boxes. And i know ALOT of mechanics around here. So i was thinking maybe they are bad quality?



I think not alot of people know about them is the thing.....I would just it for my mechanic style tools...seeing that is about the only thing I have....and a butt load of power tool accessories with no power tools

[kartracer55]

Well Like i said, there isnt alot of draw surface on those boxes... most mechanics will always have a full width deep top draw for storing thier sockets and stuff, but other than that, many short draws for screwdrivers, pliers, ratchets, wrenchs... and then maybe another deep on on thebottom for air tools. Its just more efficient to have many shallow draws for organizational purposes

Jim

[dink]

Well Like i said, there isnt alot of draw surface on those boxes... most mechanics will always have a full width deep top draw for storing thier sockets and stuff, but other than that, many short draws for screwdrivers, pliers, ratchets, wrenchs... and then maybe another deep on on thebottom for air tools. Its just more efficient to have many shallow draws for organizational purposes

Jim


Yea....coming down to it....this is strictly home owner that wants alittle flash in his garage...literally because I would hate being across the street when the sun hits these stainless steel chests with the glare hitting off of it haha

[kartracer55]

Lol yeah... its more tool whore bling bling

Jim

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I will take 5 please then

[kartracer55]

Id rather be a tool pimp though... I can use My SK breaker bar as my pimp stick.

Jim

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Id rather be a tool pimp though... I can use My SK breaker bar as my pimp stick.

Jim


I just use my pimp hand...and keep the breaker bar in the other just in case

[kartracer55]

Pimp slaps eh?

[dink]

Of course.....but anyways I would still use these tool chests....the quality is actually quite well for what your paying

[kartracer55]

Yeah, The fact that they arnt made here is the reason I havent bought the combo yet, and man, I really need a new box. I was talking to my dad about doing a Setup like Wolverine used, so Im sure I could transfer some of my tools into those boxes... and eliminate my problem.

Jim

[dink]

Yeah, The fact that they arnt made here is the reason I havent bought the combo yet, and man, I really need a new box. I was talking to my dad about doing a Setup like Wolverine used, so Im sure I could transfer some of my tools into those boxes... and eliminate my problem.

Jim


I am partial to the Gladiator line myself

[l_bilyk]

Yea....coming down to it....this is strictly home owner that wants alittle flash in his garage...literally because I would hate being across the street when the sun hits these stainless steel chests with the glare hitting off of it haha

I know that you're joking, but I would like to point out that these boxes use a nice low guage steel.. even if they were painted they would still be a good deal... the only downside i can think of is maybe poor spot welding?

[kartracer55]

Well If I were you, Id figure out the heaviest load you will have in one of your draws, then pick up a few items at costco or sams club or whever and stuff them in the draw and see how it perates under this full load.

Jim

[dink]

I would just go ahead and buy it.....nice solid construction...perfect for home use

[Barnaby]

The one downside of the SS is that it's not magnetic. So those of us that stick our shop lights or other magnetic stuff to the boxes are SOL.

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The one downside of the SS is that it's not magnetic. So those of us that stick our shop lights or other magnetic stuff to the boxes are SOL.


That shouldnt be a problem you should have plenty of things made out of medal in your garage to hold those things

[Old Moparz]

I looked it over in the store quite well before I bought it, & tried very hard to find something to hate about it. I didn't buy it the first time, & I researched a little on line to see who manufactured it. (Never found out for sure) I posted on a few forums, including here, asking about it. After several people said they, or a friend had one & liked it, I went back & bought it. The only negative comments I heard were that it was made overseas & not here. I've got a few of the drawers completely loaded, one with socket sets & one with wrenches, & there is no problem at all with the tracks binding, shifting out of square, or moving on their own. We'll see how it holds up over the years like the small Craftsman I have for 20 plus years.

[dink]

I defently put this chest combo on the worth buying list

[74-77Camaro]

Yeah, its one of the better asian imports, but my complaint with those is the lack of draws... they put in a few deep draws instead of numerous shallow draws... any more than 2 or 3 deep draws in a combo unit liek that is a waste of space

Jim

Mine seemed to have a numebr of shallow drawers. The manual that came with it was from CPS Metal, it is this cabinet: (I'm sure you've seen it in the other Sams threads)

http://www.cspsmetal.com/index.cfm?pg=products_details&fldr=products&cid=2&pid=40&show=true#

I now keep all of my 'dirty' tools like woodworking and bodywork stuff in my old Craftsman Homeowner rollaround base, keep my good tools in the Sams box.

[REFLEXX]

gents.

How about some pics & prices? this thread might convince me to replace my craftsmans. I cant have old, red stickered boxes in the Garage-Mahal! Need some bling bilng.

REFLEXX

[SANDOVAL]

$649 for the Costco version, Sams is about the same. All maded by CSPS: http://www.cspsmetal.com

Costco 41"

http://www.cspsmetal.com/products/images/LXfrontangled_new.jpg

Sams 41"

http://www.cspsmetal.com/products/images/Sam4114da_new.jpg

I think Sams also sells the 31" at certain stores IIRC

http://www.cspsmetal.com/products/images/04M0914_feature_new.jpg

[l_bilyk]

I havent seen the 31" model anywhere! And i have issues with space :(


Did anyone know that these guys also make small portable tool boxes? Some costco stores in my area had them and sold out in a week.

[awdirtdrifter]

ON the CSPS web site it says Costco sells the 31".

[Old Moparz]

http://www.garagejunkies.net/showthread.php?t=456

[kartracer55]

I would go with the sams because of the additional draws. The costo one has that rediculously HUGE draw on the top chest, and thats a complete waste of space.


I like how the sams top chest has the three seperate draws. I say go for the Sams clubversion if its between the two.

Jim

[74-77Camaro]

All of the Sam's in Dallas/Ft. Worth only carry the 31" version now. They dropped the 41" version, I don't know where you could get it today. The 31" version looks like they just removed one of the three drawers on the top, and cut off everything under it. It is flat faced and not sloped like the 31" pic posted above.

[kartracer55]

Even the 31 inch model will hold a pretty decent amount of tools, it just might be a little crowded. Worst comes to worse you cold save up and get two, or buy a second one a little laster, and simple bolt them together and you will have plenty of storage

Jim

[l_bilyk]

I would go with the sams because of the additional draws. The costo one has that rediculously HUGE draw on the top chest, and thats a complete waste of space.


I like how the sams top chest has the three seperate draws. I say go for the Sams clubversion if its between the two.

Jim

Ah but the costco version has more drawers... and i think the handles are nicer
hmmmmm tough call IMO

[awdirtdrifter]

How much is the 31" version?

[kartracer55]

Ah but the costco version has more drawers... and i think the handles are nicer
hmmmmm tough call IMO

Not that many more draws... Besides, its shat load of wasted space in that costco one. I couldnt think of anything id put in that HUGE draw on the costco top chest.

Thin draws a re much better... They allow you to be more organized. Go with me on this one :bounce:


Jim

[kartracer55]

http://cgi.ebay.com/Clarke-HD-Plus-Tool-Box-Chest-Cart-13-Drawer_W0QQitemZ4407429630QQcategoryZ42363QQrdZ1QQ cmdZViewItem

You may want to look into this brand...

Clarke

I believe TSC stores carry thier stuff, as well as Thetoolwarehouse. Not stainless, but its still a pretty good value.

Jim

[l_bilyk]

http://cgi.ebay.com/Clarke-HD-Plus-Tool-Box-Chest-Cart-13-Drawer_W0QQitemZ4407429630QQcategoryZ42363QQrdZ1QQ cmdZViewItem

You may want to look into this brand...

Clarke

I believe TSC stores carry thier stuff, as well as Thetoolwarehouse. Not stainless, but its still a pretty good value.

Jim

Too much!... I can get clarke tool chests at cost
Something similar to the size of the sams club box would cost me about 600 (top + bottom)
But they're not stainless :(

[jonkav]

And that black and gold color.... yeesh!

At least the stainless you could do some art on it to make it less blinding... but gold and black?? Perhaps if you're a Purdue fan...

[kartracer55]

Lol Im not crazy about gold and black, SK does the same thing, but they do in fact have blue and red that arnt quite as bad lol.

You can always put some cool decals on the stainless box so it wont be quite as loud.

Jim

[79rallysport]

You can always put some cool decals on the stainless box so it wont be quite as loud.

Jim

I really like how Mac's Macsimiser(SP?) stainless (i think its stainless) box is engine turned. I think that is cool as hell. I think it gives it a lot more style than just a plain stainless, no color, no character, box.

[l_bilyk]

I really like how Mac's Macsimiser(SP?) stainless (i think its stainless) box is engine turned. I think that is cool as hell. I think it gives it a lot more style than just a plain stainless, no color, no character, box.

link to pics?

[79rallysport]

i'll give this a shot.

http://bingweb.binghamton.edu/~ekopp1/macsimizer-1.jpg

http://bingweb.binghamton.edu/~ekopp1/macsimizer-2.jpg

[kartracer55]

You can do that with a wire brush. I for got the name for the process though. I do it on small pieces sometimes using a hand drill. I dont think Id be confindent doing a toolbox though.

All you need is a STIFF wire cup brush, which you can get at many hardware stores. I havent tried the knotted brushes, but they might even work better.

Jim

[79rallysport]

Like i said earlier, its called engine-turned.

[kartracer55]

Like i said earlier, its called engine-turned.

ITs also got a different name too, Im tryin to think of it, Ill post it in a bit.

Jim

[Barnaby]

jewelling

[l_bilyk]

Thats even more bling than plain stainless!

[79rallysport]

ITs also got a different name too, Im tryin to think of it, Ill post it in a bit.

Jim

do you mean guilloché?

[kartracer55]

do you mean guilloché?


Nope, Not that either. Maybe The one Im thinking of isnt the techincally correct name.

Jim

[dink]

I dunno those Mac chests look to "oh look at me I am a garage poser guy" No thanks.....a normal ole tool chest is fine....your getting pretty fruity with one of those

[kartracer55]

Yeah, I agree... Martha Stewarts garage side

Jim

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Yeah, I agree... Martha Stewarts garage side

Jim


Only with flowers and a dog chain wrapped around its roller hahaha

[kartracer55]

Lol... and and a fruit bowl!!