Let's see your toolbox.

[nissan_crawler]

Lots of aircraft stuff is tubing and such, not just nuts and bolts. Wrenches get used a lot.

I have:
1/4-1" C-Pro wrenches
1 1/16-1 5/8" Craftsman wrenches

1/4"-1" gear wrenches (soon to be through 1 1/4")

1/4"-5/16" Snap-On double box end

3/8-7/8" SK double box end (never use these unless I have to, I hate them, going to get c-pros one day)

3/8-3/4" snap on 4 ways

13/16 - 1 1/4" HF wrenches heated and bent to 30/60 angle.

3/8-7/8 Craftsman tappet wrenches

3/4 - 1 5/8" GRIP service wrenches (also referred to as bonney wrenches)

With the exception of the Sk's, I use wrenches of each type almost every day. I actually prefer to use my gearwrenches over my Snap-On ratchets if I can.

I wouldn't have minded a used Snap-On box, but I can't have a chest, only a cabinet, and to find a used Snap-On 40,000 sq. in. cabinet for under $4,000 here is impossible.

[Moose-LandTran]

i just cant afford to pay full price from sears which it made me look for low price from snap on guy to offer me. 450 dollars for top KRL1203 (craiglist) and 1500 dollars for KRL1003...

Holy crap! :thumbup:

[Deafautotech]

Holy crap! :thumbup:

Oh Yeah... but remember it is old model.... AND it is service me a good!! so i am happy with it. But it will be pain in the ass to moving around shop (i am happy that i am stay same place in shop) and if i get new job at other dealership, it required to have tow flat bed to tow it away... oh well...

[Deafautotech]

Lots of aircraft stuff is tubing and such, not just nuts and bolts. Wrenches get used a lot.

I have:
1/4-1" C-Pro wrenches
1 1/16-1 5/8" Craftsman wrenches

1/4"-1" gear wrenches (soon to be through 1 1/4")

1/4"-5/16" Snap-On double box end

3/8-7/8" SK double box end (never use these unless I have to, I hate them, going to get c-pros one day)

3/8-3/4" snap on 4 ways

13/16 - 1 1/4" HF wrenches heated and bent to 30/60 angle.

3/8-7/8 Craftsman tappet wrenches

3/4 - 1 5/8" GRIP service wrenches (also referred to as bonney wrenches)

With the exception of the Sk's, I use wrenches of each type almost every day. I actually prefer to use my gearwrenches over my Snap-On ratchets if I can.

I wouldn't have minded a used Snap-On box, but I can't have a chest, only a cabinet, and to find a used Snap-On 40,000 sq. in. cabinet for under $4,000 here is impossible.

I am understand. you have way more wrenches than me.... but i was noticed that you dont have stubby wrench or ratcheting stubby wrenches??

yeah it is true.. my snap on guy just need rid it so sold me for much cheap... Because he can get Brand new box to sell... i am see him that he do a lot of toolbox sales as accept trade in or sell other toolbox at his garage that where he storage boxes...

[nissan_crawler]

I am understand. you have way more wrenches than me.... but i was noticed that you dont have stubby wrench or ratcheting stubby wrenches??

yeah it is true.. my snap on guy just need rid it so sold me for much cheap... Because he can get Brand new box to sell... i am see him that he do a lot of toolbox sales as accept trade in or sell other toolbox at his garage that where he storage boxes...

Oops, I have 3/8-3/4" stubby gear wrenches, forgot about them. I also have some cheap HF wrenches that are cut in half for stubbies. These are for what's known at work as a "jackoff wrench". It's hard to explain...

Ah, I found some like it: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=&item_ID=5020&group_ID=544&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog

It's like that, except mine are homemade, and I use one handle with a pin to swap wrench ends, they also don't ratchet. But, my 1/4-3/4" set, cost me $8 to make.:lol_hitti

[billymade]

What situations do you need the "t" looking tool for; special limited access, inside airframes etc? Seems that every unique industry always could use tools that people do not make or the ones they do are very expensive. We had an older guy in your trailer shop who made a number of unique tools that really helped rebuilding tractor trailers; there is always someone who will take the extra step to do this.

[wantedabiggergarage]

Oops, I have 3/8-3/4" stubby gear wrenches, forgot about them. I also have some cheap HF wrenches that are cut in half for stubbies. These are for what's known at work as a "jackoff wrench". It's hard to explain...

Ah, I found some like it: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=&item_ID=5020&group_ID=544&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog

It's like that, except mine are homemade, and I use one handle with a pin to swap wrench ends, they also don't ratchet. But, my 1/4-3/4" set, cost me $8 to make.:lol_hitti


Too early in the morning (slept like .....), could you post a picture of it sometime. HF had a 1/4" version of that for a socket, that I thought could be handy in a couple of spots (I remember one PITA vehicle with a bracket below, obstructing the transmission pan).

Thanks

[nissan_crawler]

What situations do you need the "t" looking tool for; special limited access, inside airframes etc? Seems that every unique industry always could use tools that people do not make or the ones they do are very expensive. We had an older guy in your trailer shop who had make a number of unique tools that really helped rebuilding trailers; there is always someone who will take the extra step to do this.

Sometimes on engines or airframes, you only have a tiny hole to snake the tool through, but might have to take a bolt out that's 10" in. Something like this helps you do that. They suck to use, but if you need it, nothing else will work.

Too early in the morning (slept like .....), could you post a picture of it sometime. HF had a 1/4" version of that for a socket, that I thought could be handy in a couple of spots (I remember one PITA vehicle with a bracket below, obstructing the transmission pan).

Thanks

It's pretty much the same as the one in the link I posted, except there's a clevis on the handle, and I just cut the wrenches in half and drilled a hole in the end. I just use a pin and a hairpin clip to hold the wrench on.

[Atlascycle]

Latest Score, on clearance at local Sears, Cabinet and Top for $199
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d200/Atlascycle/Tools%20and%20Tool%20Boxes/GladitorToolBox.jpg

My Bench is too low in my office so right now the casters are off of it, need to put a lift kit on my bench.


Jason

[jr2]

Here are my 2 Craftsman toolboxes. 40" side by side. Never did like reaching up into top cabinets.http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v610/31chevy/Shop%20Stuff/IMG_5101.jpg

Here's a shot of my old "tool cabinet" I had while I was still figuring out my shop layout. I stored power tools etc in it. Stainless unit on the right. It's an old commercial Fridge/ Freezer unit I got form a friends restaurant business. The compressor unit was bad so I gutted it and used it for a tool storage cabinet or 5 years. It has bakers racks inside so I was able to configure the shelves however I wanted to. It worked out great but eventually took up more space that it was worth any more. SPACE IS A PREMIUM IN A SHOP!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v610/31chevy/Shop%20Stuff/IMG_4454.jpg
It is now retired and has been recycled at the local metals facility. I kept the doors as the skins are going to be my new counter tops on this counter area that has replaced it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v610/31chevy/Shop%20Stuff/IMG_5067.jpg

[48548]

Here are some pictures for Billymade...

[CAT_serviceman927]

I like the looks of that Vaco kit.:thumbup:

[billymade]

Hey, thanks for the pics! I still think those old Snapon rollaways are just too cool! The roll down front door is definitely unique! I still don't think you have enough ratchets, LOL!

[48548]

I have a bunch of vaco and xcelite stuff... Not bad, seem to work fine. As for the roll down on the front my father drilled a hole in the handle for the door and bolted a plate on because when he worked at IBM people could pick the like with a key that was close and that was a way to make sure your stuff didn't wonder off.... I bought another proto and plomb ratchet and might still get a bent handle if I can afford one... I thought the vise and aluminum top on the side box was the cool part. Also I don't have room for all of the hex (allen) sockets, so I have the set and the whole box is full of them to... The side box has a bluepoint meter(has an inductive rpm meter on it), fluke meter. Vaccum tester and a milwaukee drill and an IR 1/2 impact wrench... Some old blue point tap and die sets sae and metric. Lots of drill bits and extra sockets a set of proto and craftsman on top.

[fletch]

new here, what kind of paint did you use, and the process? looking to repaint one i just picked

[Merkava_4]

new here, what kind of paint did you use, and the process? looking to repaint one i just picked

Is it a Snap-on box?

[fletch]

yes it is, i'm trying to upload a pic of it, i have to resize them, but my computer running real slow

[fletch]

here it is.hopefully!

[Merkava_4]

Here you go fletch. . .

PPG Ditzler Wet Spray Paint #73504 - Snap-On Red

[billymade]

Try polishing; cut/buff it first! You might be surprised to see what you can do; the original paint is good stuff and it is amazing with the right materials; how you can resurrect a paint job from the dead!!

[fletch]

thanks merkava_a , i'll give it a try, i'll keep you updated...billymade,the paint on that box is not orginal,it looks better in the pic, but thanks.

[fletch]

found these items at a garage sale today

[billymade]

Nice early stuff, I especially like the stubby ratchet; I have been looking for a used one for years! For some inspiration of your tool box restoration here is a cool site:
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=146631&showall=1

[fletch]

Thanks for the link billymade, i definitely check it out.as far as the tools i got, got them all for $100. bucks.

[Ducroix]

Bought this box yesterday off of craigslist for $75, guy was moving that day and needed it gone so I happily took it off his hands, I am going to use it as a home box
8-Drawer CMan Top Chest
http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h70/KRIEGSLOK/P1060183.jpg

[Valsmere]

Okay guys I know I need to get better pics up but this is the new box that I needed to get for work. Its a Snap On Krl 1023 cranberry with the cover. About 1 year old not a scratch any where. Just needed a good wipe down and loading of all my tools. I know it looks black like I said better pics coming. Price was 3 grand with cover and delivery.:bounce:

[goodfellow]

Well, since it's my day off, and in the interest of keeping this thread alive I decided to inventory some of my tools for insurance purposes. Since I'm a home mechanic, I bought one of the red HF setups a few months back and have moved most of my common tools into that box.

It's a great box and a good price for what you get -- definitely better than some of the Craftsman stuff.


Here are some of the pics

[goodfellow]

Some more --

[goodfellow]

if you're still awake -- a few more

[wesmckeehan]

Knucklehead,

Whats going on, I just joined these boards today and this was the first thread I searched for. Im wondering, you have the snapon wall cabinet with pulling tools... I work for chev. and have been on the fence about that set, do you like it??

[SpiderGearsMan]

welcome aboard

[fletch]

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[bushhawg73]

Ok here she is, This Mac tool box is about 10 years old.

http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq225/bushhawg73/IMG_2140.jpg

http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq225/bushhawg73/IMG_2139.jpg

http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq225/bushhawg73/IMG_2137.jpg

[KraftwerkMk1Jetta]

My box and tools, mainly craftsman, but i'm slowly picking up some Snap On stuff when I come across it used.

My one bay shop my father lets me use with my cheapo Craftsman box. I need a bigger one, with wider drawers.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/mysideshop.jpg

his side
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/largeshop.jpg

my sockets, ratchets, extensions, etc
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/box3.jpg

screw and nut drivers
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/box4.jpg

pliers
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/box5.jpg

misc stuff drawer
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/box6.jpg

combination, t handle hex, and line wrenches
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/box1.jpg

hammers, impact, pry bars and breaker bars
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/box9.jpg

bottom cabinet space I keep stuff like my brake bleeder, my VW diagnotic cables, and fuel pressure tester/gauge, plus other misc stuff.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/box7.jpg

my small craftsman box i started using

set of files in top, and craftsman ratcheting wrenchs
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/smallbox1.jpg

some vw/audi specifc tools and my craftsman bolt out set
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b245/sloppy-ollies/smallbox2.jpg

[bchee]

My box and tools, mainly craftsman, but i'm slowly picking up some Snap On stuff when I come across it used.


Dumb question - what creates that effect in the picts where the edges are rounded?

Nice collection of tools, too.

[KraftwerkMk1Jetta]

Dumb question - what creates that effect in the picts where the edges are rounded?

Nice collection of tools, too.

i don't know, i just use a four year old olympus digi cam and it always seems to take pics like that :lol_hitti

[Moose-LandTran]

Dumb question - what creates that effect in the picts where the edges are rounded?

Wide angle up close. All cameras do it, some more than others.

[billymade]

You techtonics tuning and EMPI stickers on your box are classic; only the hard core VW nuts know these classic Volkswagen tuning companies! If you like craftsman boxes you should look at one of their bigger bottom boxes; they are on sale for under $300 all the time or a top/bottom for $300 for the smaller combos.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/s_10153_12605_Tools_Garage+%26+Tool+Storage_Chest+ %26+Cabinet+Combos
Once you get to the page pull down the menu and "sort by clearance" to see the current best deals.

[TKmech]

My new Snap-On KRSC40 cart.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappybox-1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappbox2.jpg

Open storage area in the top.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappybox4.jpg

Wrench drawer

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappybox3.jpg

And finally after trading in the bottom 12" drawer for 3 4" drawers it looks like this.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/nappybox5.jpg

Ill have to get more pics of the drawers once its better organized and actually laid out the way I want it. The drawers were delivered right before I left work on Friday so I was really only interested in getting em in.

[Deafautotech]

My new Snap-On KRSC40 cart.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappybox-1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappbox2.jpg

Open storage area in the top.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappybox4.jpg

Wrench drawer

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/snappybox3.jpg

And finally after trading in the bottom 12" drawer for 3 4" drawers it looks like this.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/nappybox5.jpg

Ill have to get more pics of the drawers once its better organized and actually laid out the way I want it. The drawers were delivered right before I left work on Friday so I was really only interested in getting em in.



wow, that is very nice... but it is wide and too small deep... my opinion... i has heavy duty matco tools cart four drawers and i love it! i used it everyday and it has all common tools which less trips to my bigger boxes (KRL1203 and KRL1003)... i almost considered to buy one from my good snap on guy but somehow he has Matco tool heavy duty cart for used sale which i can look either snap on service cart or matco tool cart... i had to picked matco because drawers were deeper than snap on and matco are 375 dollars while snap on are 1,000 dollars... sorry...

[KraftwerkMk1Jetta]

You techtonics tuning and EMPI stickers on your box are classic; only the hard core VW nuts know these classic Volkswagen tuning companies! If you like craftsman boxes you should look at one of their bigger bottom boxes; they are on sale for under $300 all the time or a top/bottom for $300 for the smaller combos.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/s_10153_12605_Tools_Garage+%26+Tool+Storage_Chest+ %26+Cabinet+Combos
Once you get to the page pull down the menu and "sort by clearance" to see the current best deals.

yep, I guess I would consider myself a VW nut, I've dumped a lot of money into my old Jetta, and spent countless hours in the shop wrenching on it.

I actually was at Sears this morning looking at the sales they had on different boxes. They had a red 2 drawer ball bearing intermediate box on sale for 68 bucks. I was VERY tempted, but I'm also VERY broke :lol_hitti

[SpiderGearsMan]

my buddy was a service manager at newton motorsports
for a day

[SpiderGearsMan]

any home made toolboxes or tools out there ?
back in the day -HOT ROD and CAR CRAFT used to have how to build your own tools
anybody try it ?

[84TurboBuick]

Heres my stuff....

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/010.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/029.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/030.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/031.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/032.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/033.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/034.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/035.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/036.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/037.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/038.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/039.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/040.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/041.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/042.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/043.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/044.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/045.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/054-1.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/055.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/056.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/057.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/058.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/059.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/060-1.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/061.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/046.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/049.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/050.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/051.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/052.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/053.jpg



And some more of the stuff that I just picked up while on vacation.....

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/011-1.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/006-1.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/007-1.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f124/84turbobuick/008-1.jpg

[SpiderGearsMan]

I like your decals
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k251/ynoham/S5030200-3.jpg
I got klotz too

[billymade]

How do you like those discontinued "mushy ergo" Snap-On screwdrivers? You have quite a few of them!!!

[84TurboBuick]

Alot of those decals are so old, I dont even remember where I got them....

I do have alot of people ask me about the Oliver decal though. Guess its kinda of an old one.

[84TurboBuick]

How do you like those discontinued "mushy ergo" Snap-On screwdrivers? You have quite a few of them!!!


My friend got a set of the new ones a while back and I have to say I like the ones I have now. I didn't really care for the new Instinct handles.


Still looking for an orange set.

[SpiderGearsMan]

oliver is massive money connecting rods , sprint[winston] cup sized money and they don't pay contingencies

[wrenchr]

My friend got a set of the new ones a while back and I have to say I like the ones I have now. I didn't really care for the new Instinct handles.


Still looking for an orange set.

I have me a new orange set, NOS set I should say.

[84TurboBuick]

I have me a new orange set, NOS set I should say.


If you ever want to unload them...let me know.

[wrenchr]

If you ever want to unload them...let me know.

Thanks but I'm keeping them.:thumbup:

[kwhitelaw]

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00627.jpg

[CAT_serviceman927]

Very nice...............:thumbup:

[SpiderGearsMan]

in a showroom

[joshboogie]

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00627.jpg

I see metra antenna adapters on the right. I'm guessing you're a car audio installer?

[kwhitelaw]

in a showroom

I wish.. lemme upload a pic of my main work area.. leaves a nice dusting of mdf over everything in the shop when im working in there... dont ever get a delta dust collector.

[kwhitelaw]

yep. tweeter.

[joshboogie]

yep. tweeter.

Nice. Certified? Just curious. I'm being slaved at a Best Buy. Take some pics of the drawers open I wanna see what you're housing in that monster. lol

[kwhitelaw]

Nice. Certified? Just curious. I'm being slaved at a Best Buy. Take some pics of the drawers open I wanna see what you're housing in that monster. lol

nah, cert. ran out back in '99. too lazy to take it again. CEA is right up the street from me so I really have no excuse but eh..

you should see if there are any tweeters near you. I think we have stores down there still. coming from CC myself years ago, would never look back at that place..

i'll get some pics of the drawers. I have 5 or 6 ill upload to my orig. post.

[Deafautotech]

Nice. Certified? Just curious. I'm being slaved at a Best Buy. Take some pics of the drawers open I wanna see what you're housing in that monster. lol

that is monster but not big monster if empty drawers inside that toolbox. i have KRL1203 and KRl1003 with almost full of tools and equipments. it is take to fill up to full that big monster unless buy more and more tools...

[kwhitelaw]

here's a couple drawers... I know you're digging the rust forming on the instinct handle shanks.. pieces of shit I guess. looking to unload them once I find some black handled drivers..

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00628.jpg
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00629.jpg
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00630.jpg

dont mind the crafstman up in the corner. they havent come out to play this year so I havent rushed to replace them.
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00632.jpg
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00634.jpg

here's my office. excuse the mess..
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00644.jpg

[SpiderGearsMan]

like REMY FROM UNIQUE WHIPS

[kwhitelaw]

that is monster but not big monster if empty drawers inside that toolbox. i have KRL1203 and KRl1003 with almost full of tools and equipments. it is take to fill up to full that big monster unless buy more and more tools...

I agree. I have a couple of the small side drawers still empty. gotta remember I just do mobile electronics... prolly overkill but I can afford it and ill take it with me where ever...

and here's my 'monster'. gets his own drawer and only comes out when im making good money on a job..

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00637.jpg

[kwhitelaw]

like REMY FROM UNIQUE WHIPS

haha. reme aint there no mo'. got his own gig now installing da stinga wyaz and bruetoof... armorall up da tirez. lol

[chad s]

haha. reme aint there no mo'. got his own gig now installing da stinga wyaz and bruetoof... armorall up da tirez. lol

Ahh, the kings of the bolt on custom. Being a 50's style custom enthusiest, its hard to not lough when people drool over the "custom" cars they build. Not saying what they do is easy, but bolt on kits is a LONG way from the hand formed and hammer welded body panels that a 50's style custom requires.

Reme left?

[kbsouers]

21107

Ive had these for 20+ years, when Im done buying new toys like these21108 ill
get some new boxes. You guy's sure have some nice setups:drool:

[kwhitelaw]

Ahh, the kings of the bolt on custom. Being a 50's style custom enthusiest, its hard to not lough when people drool over the "custom" cars they build. Not saying what they do is easy, but bolt on kits is a LONG way from the hand formed and hammer welded body panels that a 50's style custom requires.

Reme left?

yah. he partnered up with another car 'dealer'. supposedly will is taking UW down to florida.

[elect]

Chad S I agree 100% preach on bruder!!

[SpiderGearsMan]

they should give remy his own show
a pisser , like most of the guys we know on long island

[SpiderGearsMan]

snap on repoed a side box that will fit my old kr 660
may be expanding again

[elect]

cool,more pics needed to see the expansion

[SpiderGearsMan]

as soon as I drop the hammer

[elect]

can't wait,is it another locker? or the one with drawers.Either way I seem to remember you're full up top,bottom and locker.

[eschoendorff]

haha. reme aint there no mo'. got his own gig now installing da stinga wyaz and bruetoof... armorall up da tirez. lol

OMG :spit:

[wrenchr]

as soon as I drop the hammer

Watch that............It hurts like a some beotch when I drop the hammer!!

[SpiderGearsMan]

hammer the bank account

[daveblank]

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y174/daveblank/2008_09270013.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y174/daveblank/2008_09270012.jpg

This is mine from when I was a tech. It's just sitting in the garage. I've got 2 C-man boxes in the shed. All are full.

[SpiderGearsMan]

what do you do now ?

[daveblank]

Matco distributor & want-to-be fisherman.

[Merkava_4]

So you liked Matco tools BEFORE you became a dealer then huh? :)

[KNS Autosport]

My small collection at home

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v166/tennis160/IMG_3248.jpg

[bchee]

My small collection at home


I wouldn't call that small. That seems like a good amount of storage space.

[billymade]

KNS Autosport, do you have any tools in those boxes you are willing to share with us? Inquiring minds/eyeballs want to know/see!!!!!

[duke5572]

My box...

From afar:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3119/2897872728_8c73a04146.jpg

Top Box

Typical top compartment catch-all...captured in it's "natural" state:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3245/2897030883_b2653bc87e.jpg

Top three drawers (l to r) picks, blades, pens, leatherman WAVE in there somewhere....car stereo guys know what these are...punches, bits, hole saws, etc.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3111/2897032827_668b6ec94a.jpg

Screwdrivers, mostly Craftsman, a couple of telco specialty tools (Jonard)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3138/2897035389_8c6aff2cfa.jpg

Grip tools, snap-ring pliers. Don't judge me on the HF...I lose a lot of pliers.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3217/2897881594_d16dbb7e7b.jpg

Some electrical stuff...Klein dikes, new tinsnip set, my ONE Snap-On tool, the 12v test light.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3082/2897039551_2dfe6d49d5.jpg

DeWalt corded and Makita 12v cordless drills
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3192/2897041321_641224995e.jpg

Intermediate Box

Flare nut wrenches, strap wrenches, drill bits, miscellaneous epoxy/lube/compounds
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3034/2897043241_c3c9631b96.jpg

Valve spring compressor, straight edges, measuring tools, bolt-out, etc.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3274/2897045281_3257624c5c.jpg

Timing light, heat gun, hammer, cutting wheel, soldering iron in the microphone bag...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3096/2897047243_54fe13ba1c.jpg

Rolling Box

Wrench sets, Craftsman full polish reversing ratchets, some GearWrench...Fuller and Diamond crescent wrenches...miscellaneous Craftsman fractionals...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3210/2897892972_cd0af3f9fe.jpg

Sockets & ratchets, primarily Craftsman, torque wrench, some ball-end metric allen T-handles (trying to find a better place for those)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3284/2897894932_5cd9915d40.jpg

Compression tester, tap & die kit, B&D faux-Dremel, multimeter, mini-tool kit, MityVac, other random engine tools...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3231/2897897008_89508fd308.jpg

Jack stands, drop light, various polishing/cleaning tools, catch-all of various junk...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3289/2897898666_2ed8ceebff.jpg

[daveblank]

So you liked Matco tools BEFORE you became a dealer then huh? :)

Yes I did. I like the other brands also. I own a big mix. But when it came time to investing my money & did my homework.

[ossaguy]

Hi DaveBlank,I was playing around with the on-line Matco configuator feature,and wanted to ask you if you know why they don't show a lock on the 6 series intermidiate chests? It does have one,doesn't it? Does the top lid setup have gas struts that hold the lid up,and does it stay in a straight-up position,or does it lean down some? Also,when you order a bottom,intermidiate and top lid setup,does it come all in one piece? Or is assembly required.how does the 6s compare to a KRL series setup? Hope you don't mind all the questions....Thanks,Steve

[KNS Autosport]

KNS Autosport, do you have any tools in those boxes you are willing to share with us? Inquiring minds want to know!!!!!

I Keep them empty, they are just there for looks..... ;) Ill take some pictures of the contents later on today

[daveblank]

Hi DaveBlank,I was playing around with the on-line Matco configuator feature,and wanted to ask you if you know why they don't show a lock on the 6 series intermidiate chests? It does have one,doesn't it? Does the top lid setup have gas struts that hold the lid up,and does it stay in a straight-up position,or does it lean down some? Also,when you order a bottom,intermidiate and top lid setup,does it come all in one piece? Or is assembly required.how does the 6s compare to a KRL series setup? Hope you don't mind all the questions....Thanks,Steve

On the intermediate box there is no lock cylinder. It will attach to the lock rods on the main box & work with that. The lid accessory opens to between 80-85 degrees do it's allmost straight up. The 6 series can be shipped pre-assembled. Also all locks will be keyed alike if requested.

Compare to KRL--they are both quality boxes. We can say ours is stronger/better & so can Snap-On. I know that ours can be configured to meet your needs for no cost. I don't know if the KRL can. I would buy it from the dealer that I had the best working relationship with & could get me a price that I could work with.

I sent you my # in a pm. Call me if you get some time.

[kobyp]

New guy here.....


here's my current boxes:

http://shellshocked.jaywebdesigns.com/TOOLBOX/slides/Toolbox%20(13).jpg
The black Snap-On box is my buddy's, who works out of the same shop as I do.
http://shellshocked.jaywebdesigns.com/TOOLBOX/slides/Toolbox%20(14).jpg
BTW, The 'cuda isn't mine....unfortunately.


http://shellshocked.jaywebdesigns.com/TOOLBOX/slides/Toolbox%20(19).jpg


And I just picked up a Burgandy Cornwell 36" wide top and bottom box today, since I am just now getting started in the mechanic world... I'm 23, and have been at a Kubota dealer for 3 months now.

[KraftwerkMk1Jetta]

New guy here.....


here's my current boxes:

http://shellshocked.jaywebdesigns.com/TOOLBOX/slides/Toolbox%20(13).jpg
The black Snap-On box is my buddy's, who works out of the same shop as I do.
http://shellshocked.jaywebdesigns.com/TOOLBOX/slides/Toolbox%20(14).jpg
BTW, The 'cuda isn't mine....unfortunately.


http://shellshocked.jaywebdesigns.com/TOOLBOX/slides/Toolbox%20(19).jpg


And I just picked up a Burgandy Cornwell 36" wide top and bottom box today, since I am just now getting started in the mechanic world... I'm 23, and have been at a Kubota dealer for 3 months now.

That's cool! My father's company has a lot of Kubota equipment. We have two excavators, one tractor, one articulated loader, and a RTV utility cart. I've heard Kubota is going to be introducing a skid steer loader now too.

[Bolster]

All you guys have way nicer boxes than I do. :bowdown: However, I think I can compete in the 'uniqueness' category. This homebuilt tower toolbox started life as a 1940s administrator's desk...back when they made them out of oak, and built them to last a hundred years. I tossed the desktop, stacked the drawer columns on either side of the desk on top of each other, and reused the wood at the base of one column to make the top of my toolbox. Even kept the pull-out writing surface. It holds a lot of my ancillary tools, jigs, and whatnot. Strong like tree!

http://www.cmp-usa.com/interest/toolbox_1894.jpg

[Frank Elson]

that's really cool.
I like money-saving options.

[bondman35a]

Krl 773, just got it a couple of weeks ago. Still trying to organize everything. Some pics of the contents, not all snap on stuff but I'm still kinda new to this.

[bondman35a]

o and here is what I used to have......Talk about a step up:thumbup:

[billymade]

bondman35a, amazing box; that would be my dream storage and probably would fit all my needs! Do you have any other tools in those drawers? Where are all the air tools? Inquiring minds want to know!!! If there isn't anything else in there; you've got a bunch of room to grow!

[GDA]

bondman35a

mmmm, to have a huge socket drawer like that must really be sweet. ^^ thats one cool toolbox.

[kobyp]

That's cool! My father's company has a lot of Kubota equipment. We have two excavators, one tractor, one articulated loader, and a RTV utility cart. I've heard Kubota is going to be introducing a skid steer loader now too.

Yeah, I've heard about the skid steer...they're also coming out with an RTV500 that'll fit in the back of a truck....and an RTV with dual row seating....

we're supposed to be getting out RTV500s any day now



Anyway, this is my first REAL mechanic job..so I'm WAY overwhelmed trying to catch up to the learning curve.. A friend and I help out his dad with his 1990 IROC-Z outlaw 10.5 car....it's powered by a blown alcohol HEMI!!! That's where I've got all of the VERY LITTLE experience I have...but I'm a quick learner.

MOPAR ALL THE WAY

pics are here: http://shellshocked.jaywebdesigns.com/IROC/index.html

[bondman35a]

Yea here are a few more for you guys. Of course going from a single bay to a triple bay yields much more room. Rather have too much room then not enough, gives me room to grow.

[Dstosh]

Pliers? You have to have some

[Crawlin]

Heres mine. I still have about 4 drawers completly empty and a few more with some open space.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox001.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox002.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox003.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox006.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox004.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox005.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox011.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox012.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox013.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox007.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox008.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox009.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox014.jpg

[Crawlin]

2 more
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox009.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y168/silveradoreb/toolbox010.jpg

[Stanger]

Crawlin, all of your tools look brand new. Did you just build that set, or are you just that clean? Either way, I'm envious.:drool:

[Crawlin]

Most are new. I sold off alot of my old tools, and started over. I hold out for good ebay deals. The ratchets, prybars, power tools, hammers, and some of the air tools are all old stuff, but I keep everything clean and organized. Every day I open the drawers and clean, re arrange stuff. I need help....I know.

Also lately, I will use a tool for a while, then sell it, and get something similar off ebay. The only thing I have from a tool truck is the ext. set I got from MAC on sale last month in their flyer, so I feel like I have saved quite a bit.

[KLars1]

bondman - It would be REALLY cool if you posted a new thread with a review / comparison between the 1st gen Snap-On soft handles, the instinct handles and the matco screwdrivers in your box.

[SpiderGearsMan]

I have had most of the same stuff for 20 years

[billymade]

Crawlin, if you don't mind me asking; what motivated you sell your old stuff and "start over"? Did the sale of the older tools create enough revenue to finance the acquisition of your new tools? I'm just curios why you did this and if the resale value of the old stuff worked out to be enough to get your new sets!

[eschoendorff]

Crawlin, all of your tools look brand new. Did you just build that set, or are you just that clean? Either way, I'm envious.:drool:

Or has he been hanging out with Merkava??? :lol:

[Merkava_4]

That's a good looking set Crawler. :thumbup:

[Crawlin]

Crawlin, if you don't mind me asking; what motivated you sell your old stuff and "start over"? Did the sale of the older tools create enough revenue to finance the acquisition of your new tools? I'm just curios why you did this and if the resale value of the old stuff worked out to be enough to get your new sets!

M dad left me alot of his old tools that were probably 20 years old. not complete at all, rusty, but alot of the big names. Almost all snap-on, some Mac,SK, Craftsmen too. None of it was organized, he had an RV business and a Subaru stealership, so there was also a bunch of things I didnt need to work on diesel trucks or rockcrawlers, which is my main focus. I got about half the money out of that stuff that I have spent on new things.

I did get the box for my birthday through my cousin, who is involved in NASCAR and they get a hefty discount, plus it was on special that month.

[Moose-LandTran]

Finally got a decent pic to put in here..

My pride & joy:

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/PICT3056.jpg

Pics of the inside when it's all clean 'n' tidy and my other stuff's arrived.

[Crawlin]

Very nice, man!

[Moose-LandTran]

Thanks! :)

[elect]

Moose-you moved it out of the office?where is it now looks like a basement.Real purty lookin though,all you need now is a locker for the other side and you'll have the whole package.

[Moose-LandTran]

Yeah, we took it home in a Sprinter van FULL of junk. moving a full box aint easy, and my back's been killing me all day. It's sitting in the garage at home now.

I'm waiting to find a side locker, unfortunately i currently have no job and no money. But when the box, time and circumstances are right i'm going to get one.

Waiting to find out if i can get a job at VW down the road, old manager used to run the shop there and is trying to get me a job.

[Stanger]

I'm waiting to find a side locker, unfortunately i currently have no job and no money. But when the box, time and circumstances are right i'm going to get one.
Don't mean to be nosy, but what happened? You seemed happy and well paid at your old job.

BTW, very nice box!:thumbup:

[Moose-LandTran]

Well, business is slow and the boss said we're not making enough to pay the wages. The majoroity of the money i made there was from cash jobs. Oh well, shit happens. And i took a nice VW CD player and a nice new Valeo intercooler too!

[wilbilt]

Best wishes for finding stable and satisfying employment!

That box will look great regardless of where it is.

[bchee]

Don't mean to be nosy, but what happened? You seemed happy and well paid at your old job.

BTW, very nice box!:thumbup:

Well, business is slow and the boss said we're not making enough to pay the wages. The majoroity of the money i made there was from cash jobs. Oh well, shit happens. And i took a nice VW CD player and a nice new Valeo intercooler too!

yeah, sorry to hear that. I thought things were going pretty good. Did you have an idea, or was it pretty sudden?

[Moose-LandTran]

It was pretty sudden. I was paid and told "we're not making enough to cover the wages" he was trying to use my mate as a scapegoat so i didn't bother waiting around to hear his bulls**t, i cut him off and said "i'll get a van."

Going to make some calls on Monday, old manager's going to try get me a job at the local VW dealership.

[Stanger]

I'm sure you'll get a new job quickly. You obviously have a passion for your work.

[goodfellow]

Good luck Moose -- we're all rootin' for you! I'm sure someone with your talent and drive will find a good job in short order.

[Moose-LandTran]

Thanks guy, means a lot. :)

[wrenchr]

Hang in there Moose!!

[elect]

Good luck Moose! keep us posted on the hunt.

[GDA]

Moose - Best wishes and with your postiive attitude and passion, I'm betting your next position will be even better!

Greg

[Moose-LandTran]

Thanks for the kind words guys. :)

Got a couple pics of the contents of the box!

Screwdriver drawers, i'm running out of space for the hard-handled stuff and will have some of the other hard-handled things in another drawer when they arrive.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/PICT3061.jpg

My German Elora wrenches, the big ones (30mm-41mm) live in the bottom box. I love these, they're great.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/PICT3062.jpg

Some sockets, it looked like a had more before i made them all tidy, will make the false floor socket tray sometime to get all these in order.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/PICT3064.jpg

Half of my Snap-on ratchets. Yes, half. It's an addiction. They all get used, every single one. Even the 62-year-old F-70N.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/PICT3065.jpg

[wrenchr]

I like!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Crawlin]

Damn Nice dude. Makes my want some pink snap on too!

[Uncle Buck]

Thanks guy, means a lot. :)

I will add my voice to the others. Keep a positive attitude and have no ill words to speak of your last job or employer while seeking a new job. Tie a knot and hang on, I am sure you will find something better than what you left. BTW: Very nice looking box and assortment I envy you! :beer:

[Moose-LandTran]

I will add my voice to the others. Keep a positive attitude and have no ill words to speak of your last job or employer while seeking a new job. Tie a knot and hang on, I am sure you will find something better than what you left. BTW: Very nice looking box and assortment I envy you! :beer:

I'll find something. Like a cat, if you drop a Moose it'll land on its feet. Unlike toast, which always lands butter side down. However, if you butter a moose it'll land on its side, which isn't good. :lol:

Found a pic of my other Snap-on KRA box. The polished lettering came about by accident. the paint was all faded, so i broke out the 3M Perfect-It cutting compound, polished it up real nice. took only the paint off the lettering, i like it a whole lot more now!

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/03102008133.jpg

[Merkava_4]

Over here in the states it's real hard for employers to get thin people. If you're looking for a job and you're thin and fit, you're hired!

[wilbilt]

Over here in the states it's real hard for employers to get thin people. If you're looking for a job and you're thin and fit, you're hired!

:headscrat




There are lots of thin people around here. The meth does it to them. Of course, they are not generally interested in finding a job.

[Moose-LandTran]

Over here in the states it's real hard for employers to get thin people. If you're looking for a job and you're thin and fit, you're hired!

Want to find me a job then? :o

[Stanger]

Maybe its time you finally made your way over here Moose.

[Moose-LandTran]

Wish i could, just don't have the funds to do it.

[dxdexter]

Wish i could, just don't have the funds to do it.

Why not sell some of your pink screwdrivers (sorry couldn't resist) and then go to trade school. It will open up more avenues when you have a trade certificate.

The western provinces in Canada are always looking for trades people.

[Jononon]

It was pretty sudden. I was paid and told "we're not making enough to cover the wages" he was trying to use my mate as a scapegoat so i didn't bother waiting around to hear his bulls**t, i cut him off and said "i'll get a van."

:mad:

Sorry to hear that, best of luck :thumbup:

[DaMaN]

Hang in there mate, we are all pulling for you!

[Moose-LandTran]

Thanks guys. :o

[SpiderGearsMan]

immigration won't let europeans in since 1965
we don't need the civilized in america

[Jononon]

immigration won't let europeans in since 1965
we don't need the civilized in america

:lol_hitti

[peterbilr98]

here is my new snap on box
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox006.jpg

[Moose-LandTran]

Jesus, that must've cost a bomb. :eek2:

Awesome box, matches the Peterbilt logo colour. :thumbup:

[peterbilr98]

ok here is more this is my first pic post so here is more my husky box say what you whant but it is a great box for the money better than eny crapsman i have had but dont get me rong its not a snap on
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox001.jpg
here is my crapsman iv had this one since 1982
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox005.jpg
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox008.jpg
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox009.jpg
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox012.jpg
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox013.jpg
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox016.jpg
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox018.jpg
http://i382.photobucket.com/albums/oo261/mike550_photo/toolbox019.jpg
well ther is just some of it.

[bchee]

nice box and picts. Thanks for sharing.

[elect]

that's a great box I really like the side locker.

[danc333]

OOOOOOHHHHHHHHH:bowdown::bowdown::bowdown::bowdown :

[KLars1]

There is nothing else to say

:bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:

[eschoendorff]

Peterbilr98.... you have an awesome setup. However, a little punctuation in your posts would make them WAY easier to read :thumbup:

[tatra]

^^^yeah..................what he said...................right merk?..............^^^

[jniolon]

Well it only took me a year to get it filled and organized....

Proto 42" top and bottom I bought myself for Christmas last year.. mostly Craftsman with a large collection of Proto ( I get corporate price) and others including snapon, williams, some Stanley general home stuff, and you'll recognize the rest. Too many pics to post so follow the link..

later
John

http://www.clubfte.com/users/jniolon/tools/toolpage.htm

[peterbilr98]

that proto looks great

[bchee]

Well it only took me a year to get it filled and organized....

Proto 42" top and bottom I bought myself for Christmas last year.. mostly Craftsman with a large collection of Proto ( I get corporate price) and others including snapon, williams, some Stanley general home stuff, and you'll recognize the rest. Too many pics to post so follow the link..

later
John

http://www.clubfte.com/users/jniolon/tools/toolpage.htm

Cool stuff and picts.

[billymade]

Dang, those Proto boxes actually look pretty nice; I wonder who makes them and are they roller bearing? Whats up with those Snap-on angle wrenches; they look like behemoths or is that just a optical illusion; many of your tools look like quite large sizes, what type of things do you work on? What do you use them for?! YOU have a tons of tools; nice collection! :)

[CAT_serviceman927]

Very nice box. I wish I had those huge wrenches and one of those 3/4" ratchets. I use that stuff quite often but unfortunately have to borrow it from co-workers for the time being. That stuff is just to much money and I am not willing to go with HF or other foreign offerings.

[jniolon]

Dang, those Proto boxes actually look pretty nice; I wonder who makes them and are they roller bearing? Whats up with those Snap-on angle wrenches; they look like behemoths or is that just a optical illusion; many of your tools look like quite large sizes, what type of things do you work on? What do you use them for?! YOU have a tons of tools; nice collection! :)

Billy... seems that the Proto guy told me that MAC made their boxes and they are roller bearing drawers... they are SO nice compared to the Craftsman set next to them that are only friction slide.

The angles start at 1-1/8 and go up to about 2". Got them for a steal from a D-vorce deal... too shiny to pass up. Same for the larger size combos. Used them for some tractor work helping my nephew before he passed away... neighbors all have tractors and logging equipment so they come in handy occasionally.. we help each other out and share what we need. That goes for material... pipe, steel, hardware...whatever.

As for the selection... It's a 30 year collection.... I'm a tool whore... You can't have too many tools..especially if the deal is good...

later

John

[SpiderGearsMan]

how do you work on heavy equipment without 3/4 or 1 in drive ?
at the bus garage , we shared the big stuff , shop supplied

[garfunkle24]

borrow it from co-workers for the time being.

+


how do you work on heavy equipment without 3/4 or 1 in drive ?
at the bus garage , we shared the big stuff , shop supplied

= :headscrat

[Moose-LandTran]

He's still in college and building up his set.

[CAT_serviceman927]

What moose said. I have 2 semesters left in the program I am in. The shop supplies everything over 1" drive. I have some 3/4" sockets and combo wrenches up to 1 5/8". Not everything I need, but it's a start. I just had to lay down about $400 for books. Believe me, I would have much rather bought more tools but I need good grades to get my tuition reimbursed by Cat. Otherwise I gotta pay for all the schooling too. So for now, tools can wait until I can afford them again.

[pl_silverado]

What moose said. I have 2 semesters left in the program I am in. The shop supplies everything over 1" drive. I have some 3/4" sockets and combo wrenches up to 1 5/8". Not everything I need, but it's a start. I just had to lay down about $400 for books. Believe me, I would have much rather bought more tools but I need good grades to get my tuition reimbursed by Cat. Otherwise I gotta pay for all the schooling too. So for now, tools can wait until I can afford them again.

i know your pain. i spent $ 500 on books this semester :(

[NAYLOR]

i know your pain. i spent $ 500 on books this semester :(

Look on the bright side...the majority of your books have virtually no resale value!!!

Hang in there, it's worth it to bite the bullet and finish school.

[pl_silverado]

Look on the bright side...the majority of your books have virtually no resale value!!!

Hang in there, it's worth it to bite the bullet and finish school.

I hope the degree in Accounting will pay off some day. :beer:

[Moose-LandTran]

I hope the degree in Accounting will pay off some day. :beer:

Get yourself in the right place at the right time. With the current economy you could, if in the right position, make a fortune clearing up everyone else's mess.

[Jbullfrog]

I know alot of farmers that luse pipe wrenches instead of 3/4 or 1" drive sockets and drive tools. If you don't have the right tools you make do.

[SpiderGearsMan]

accounting has a brighter future than auto mechanics

[chad s]

check out my new big boy tool box!
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg59/cesinc123/gilbert.jpg

[Lookin4'67Galaxieconv]

check out my new big boy tool box!
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg59/cesinc123/gilbert.jpg

Very cool! I had something like that when I was a kid...Handy Andy or something like that. I think it's still kicking around my mom's garage.

So what's the vintage on this box?

[chad s]

Very cool! I had something like that when I was a kid...Handy Andy or something like that. I think it's still kicking around my mom's garage.

So what's the vintage on this box?

I dont know, I think its late 30's based on an ebay search. It was at Carlisle, and the guy wanted $1, so I couldn't refuse it, just so I could carry it into work one day as a joke. I cant imagine a customers face if I walked into their house or business with that as my tool box.

[SpiderGearsMan]

everybody wore a tie back in the day

[clueless]

just got the word,my old 96 tool box was sold to a guy who works at where i used to work! funny thing is it is parked in the same spot where it was when i was there!! that ought to po the boss!!

[MOPARHOUND!]

Over 10 feet of Matco Double and Triple Bay Top and Bottom combo's that set parked side by side for 8 years in the garage. :thumbup: 51 drawers, not counting space under the lids. All drawers 24-1/2" deep(?). Allows 24" extensions and Breaker bars to not have to be set in drawer diagonally.

It was with mixed emotions :sad: I recently horse-traded the Triple Bay away. Just a car hobbiest, and couldn't justify at this point in life having several 1000's of $$$ setting in the garage, when I didn't use it but every couple of months. Spent a few hundred for shelving at Lowe's and loaded up some of the over 100 hand boxes I'd collected years ago during the flea markets/garage sales/pawn shop days. Took over 20 hours working evenings and weekends sorting and condensing the triple bay's stuff into the double bay and the hand boxes, unreal! :yikes:

Oh well, dream one day of having my own shop building, maybe buy another monster box then. :dreamer:

Sorry about the poor pic.

[KLars1]

Spent a few hundred for shelving at Lowe's and loaded up some of the over 100 hand boxes I'd collected years ago during the flea markets/garage sales/pawn shop days. Took over 20 hours working evenings and weekends sorting and condensing the triple bay's stuff into the double bay and the hand boxes, unreal! :yikes:

MoparHound - You definetely need to take some more pics and share them!! :thumbup:

[tampascl]

Closed the deal on this today. I had the guy deliver it for me (saving me having to rent a van with a lift). Pictures really don't do it justice. Snap On KRL7002 is about 4-5 years old, but the prior owner took meticulous care of it. Truly as advertised in "like new condition." Even has the handle in the top drawer still wrapped in plastic with the little Snap On nameplates and hardware still sealed in the original plastic bag. Unbelievable the feel and quality of this box compared to my Home Depot Husky box..although the Husky is about 10 years old with ball bearing slides and pretty good quality.

The 30-inch depth and 54-inch width of this box will be ample space for all my needs for many years to come. Not sure what I'll do with my old Husky..but for now I'll keep it. Probably do a good job of storing miscellaneous junk, particularly until I get some wall cabinets installed in the garage.

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[CAT_serviceman927]

Glad it worked out for you. :thumbup:

[chammyman]

thats a nice one. You'll be annoyed when you scratch it though!

[MOPARHOUND!]

Like the black, sets off the shiny stuff, too cool.

Gotta love a box with some depth. :thumbup:

Come to think of it, the Matco double bay's handle is still in the plastic under the top cover.

[Kevin003]

my buddy and his work box. He pulls the top higher drawers out and eats lunch on them its crazy all the tool weight plus him and they still hold.
http://a928.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/64/l_c2897db932ba099f43c6ff4ed261f427.jpg

[Spuds]

Hi guys,
I just picked this Waterloo Traxx box up on craigs list for $100.It needs alittle work the box was painted with no masking and there is overspray on the slides.Some of the slides are worn and bent.Anyone know where I can get replacement slides othr than Waterloo for $45 a pair.Any other tips for restoring it.
Spuds
http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l68/patsymack/FToberdeau/waterloo.jpg

[justinmc]

Hi guys,
I just picked this Waterloo Traxx box up on craigs list for $100.It needs alittle work the box was painted with no masking and there is overspray on the slides.Some of the slides are worn and bent.Anyone know where I can get replacement slides othr than Waterloo for $45 a pair.Any other tips for restoring it.
Spuds

Thats a dirty spray job for sure! Hey for $100 though...Did they just use a cheap spray paint on it? If they did a crap prep job it might just flake right off the better finish under it.

As for slides I had a name stamped on the side of the slides in my Matco box.. and right now it escapes me. However I'd do some searching.. there should be some cheaper alternatives out there.

[Jokeman]

http://www.woodworkershdwe.net/servlet/Categories

Drawer Slides.

[billymade]

You could easily remove all the drawer pulls, logo, sliders, lock/tumbler etc and remove the overspary with painter stripper, laquer thinner, etc and repaint the box to like new condition! You might email Waterloo for their paint code # they use if you want to paint it back to the original color and get your local auto painter jobber to mix the code in high quality automotive paint. Heck, $100 is so cheap.... its worth fixing or if you don't care about the paint, just replace sliders as needed (look on sliders see if there are OEM part #'s or brand names to see if you can get them cheaper, I seriously doubt it though) and remove the blue off of the drawer pulls/logo (order a new logo if its plastic). I've seen boxes redone that look new but just like painting a car, takes time, money and good prep/spray work... good luck/keep us posted on your restoration!

[MOPARHOUND!]

http://www.woodworkershdwe.net/servlet/Categories

Drawer Slides.

Cool website!

Direct link to ball-bearing slides:

http://www.woodworkershdwe.net/servlet/the-Drawer-Slides/Categories

[autoace]

New guy here....

Harbor Freight special... Plus Kobalt.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v15/FireZapper/sploder/tools/toolbox002.jpg

Between Dad and I, we have too many tools for just the standard toolbox... Need to get a intermediate 4 or 5 drawer too.

Oh MAK, where did you get the magnet shelfs? Been looking for days and no one has them.

I always wondered how the Harbor freight special was, when I see the price, is it junk, or decent, not going to buy one, but was wondering:bounce:

[Spuds]

Thanks for the link to the drawer slides .They are not exactly the same but I think I can make them work.The prices are certainly good.
Patsy

[peterbilr98]

hf looks good could use the casters spaced out more for heavy loads

[billymade]

Does Waterloo have a warranty on their sliders?

[speed bump]

On a Traxx box everything is warrentied for 7 years if you have the receipt.

[jgwood]

here's my setup
wife bought me the green set the est were eather gifts or picked them up for a good price
Gregg

[Adam McLaughlin]

I got this box for $600 from someone whom needed money BADLY and wanted to sell.

It needed a bunch of body work, but this was the only way that I could afford to get into a bigger box than what I had.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/ToolChestB.jpg

That was when I first started to prep it.

Then I shot it in Nissan Taupe:

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/MatcoB.jpg

And finally I made a Stainless Steel top for it out of 16 gauge Brushed.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/BoxTopB.jpg

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/BoxTopG.jpg

[Stanger]

Adam, I'm VERY impressed. Nice work.:thumbup:

[daveblank]

I got this box for $600 from someone whom needed money BADLY and wanted to sell.

It needed a bunch of body work, but this was the only way that I could afford to get into a bigger box than what I had.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/ToolChestB.jpg

That was when I first started to prep it.

Then I shot it in Nissan Taupe:

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/MatcoB.jpg

And finally I made a Stainless Steel top for it out of 16 gauge Brushed.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/BoxTopB.jpg

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/BoxTopG.jpg



That top looks great.

[billymade]

Ohh, Man! Awesome job! A couple of guys at the body shop that I worked at did the same thing; I couldn't tell the difference from new and yours.... well, how cool is it to pick your own unique color? It looks awesome and looks even better because it is your own color of choice! Great Job! Did you get new door pulls to set it off nicely? I'm curios how you made the stainless steel top! Stock SS tops from Snap-On are insanely expensive; did you save allot of dough? :)

[jtrace]

Nice work that box came out awsome....
John

[paramudduck]

That is some fine work! A beautiful box with meaning to it.

[Uncle Buck]

Adam, very nicely done!

[eschoendorff]

I am impressed... and a little humbled. Excellent work indeed!

[SpiderGearsMan]

why would a tool box need body work ? if the drawers and locks work no problem
my box has plenty of war wounds

[wilbilt]

Very nice job. I would normally prefer an "original" color, but that looks very attractive.

[Stanger]

why would a tool box need body work ? if the drawers and locks work no problem
my box has plenty of war wounds
Some of us are anal. I plan on stripping, epoxy priming, and doing bodywork on my old SO box. I'm also still considering retrofitting ball-bearing slides. It raises the value of your box and looks nice in your shop. I'm not very hard on my tools or box so "war wounds" aren't a huge attraction for me. After using tools frequently and keeping them in nice shape, "war wounds" usually means abuse to me. I can't say that I've never abused my tools, but I avoid it if possible.

[Adam McLaughlin]

Can anyone tell me what model of Matco box that I have? I know that when I got it, the box had a sticker on it that said "Predator" or "Raptor" or something like that.

And yes, I did all of the body work because I wanted a pristine tool box; I just could not afford one at like new prices or at new prices. A little hard work, patience...

Adam

[terabyte]

I got this box for $600 from someone whom needed money BADLY and wanted to sell.

It needed a bunch of body work, but this was the only way that I could afford to get into a bigger box than what I had.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/ToolChestB.jpg

That was when I first started to prep it.

Then I shot it in Nissan Taupe:

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/MatcoB.jpg

And finally I made a Stainless Steel top for it out of 16 gauge Brushed.

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/BoxTopB.jpg

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/BoxTopG.jpg

dude that is very bada$$ work :thumbup:

i like the color too

[paramudduck]

You might as well ask why we paint the old pieces of junk we tinker on. Or why we don't crush that junky 62 corvair.

We do because we wanna! He now has a custom box, every one will know it is his box. Sometimes it is just fun to be different.

[bchee]

I got this box for $600 from someone whom needed money BADLY and wanted to sell.
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l151/kd6poc/BoxTopG.jpg

Like everybody else said, very impressive. I too like the color combination.:beer:

[J.A.F.E.]

Adam McLaughlin - I think it looks awesome and say very well done. I'm sure you will inspire many.

If some one has to ask why I'm not sure there is any way to explain.

~Steve

[Adam McLaughlin]

Thanks guys! My sister thinks that I have too much time on my hands, but I'm glad that you guys appreciate a weekend worth of work. It's completely filled with eBay truck brands too.

Now what to do about a matching top box... Hum...

Adam

[bchee]

Thanks guys! My sister thinks that I have too much time on my hands, but I'm glad that you guys appreciate a weekend worth of work. It's completely filled with eBay truck brands too.

Now what to do about a matching top box... Hum...

Adam


even more impressive over a single weekend

[nissan_crawler]

why would a tool box need body work ? if the drawers and locks work no problem
my box has plenty of war wounds

Some people prefer to look "professional". If I went to a mechanic and their box was beat to shit, I would get back in my vehicle and go to the next shop (and have). If they can't even take care of their money maker, why in the hell would they take care of my vehicle? There's no reason for a box to get beat up, other than being careless.

Most people have seen pictures of my box, and I get complimented on it weekly by people that make more in a week than I will in a lifetime. Every one of them says it's nice to see a box that's taken care of in front of their plane, rather than some of the other beat up ones.

People at work have been told to get new boxes for this very reason.

I think that box looks great, and the work done on it is excellent. I'm a fan of original boxes. If I knew nothing of two mechanics and saw one with a box with "war wounds", and one like adam's, adam would have my business guaranteed. It's obvious he takes pride in what he does.

[eschoendorff]

Some people prefer to look "professional". If I went to a mechanic and their box was beat to shit, I would get back in my vehicle and go to the next shop (and have). If they can't even take care of their money maker, why in the hell would they take care of my vehicle? There's no reason for a box to get beat up, other than being careless.

Most people have seen pictures of my box, and I get complimented on it weekly by people that make more in a week than I will in a lifetime. Every one of them says it's nice to see a box that's taken care of in front of their plane, rather than some of the other beat up ones.

People at work have been told to get new boxes for this very reason.

I think that box looks great, and the work done on it is excellent. I'm a fan of original boxes. If I knew nothing of two mechanics and saw one with a box with "war wounds", and one like adam's, adam would have my business guaranteed. It's obvious he takes pride in what he does.


Roger that. :beer:

[chammyman]

Some people prefer to look "professional". If I went to a mechanic and their box was beat to shit, I would get back in my vehicle and go to the next shop (and have). If they can't even take care of their money maker, why in the hell would they take care of my vehicle? There's no reason for a box to get beat up, other than being careless.

Most people have seen pictures of my box, and I get complimented on it weekly by people that make more in a week than I will in a lifetime. Every one of them says it's nice to see a box that's taken care of in front of their plane, rather than some of the other beat up ones.

People at work have been told to get new boxes for this very reason.

I think that box looks great, and the work done on it is excellent. I'm a fan of original boxes. If I knew nothing of two mechanics and saw one with a box with "war wounds", and one like adam's, adam would have my business guaranteed. It's obvious he takes pride in what he does.

Thats all very good but most people don't bang up their own boxes, they go to lunch and find some idiots rammed a truck into it and buckled it,. Then no one saw anything. What you supposed to do, batter everyone that came in and about and all the other employees? If you had ever been to prison for something petty you would know its not worth it.

[wilbilt]

Thats all very good but most people don't bang up their own boxes, they go to lunch and find some idiots rammed a truck into it and buckled it,. Then no one saw anything. What you supposed to do, batter everyone that came in and about and all the other employees? If you had ever been to prison for something petty you would know its not worth it.

I came back from lunch one day to find my box and contents dumped on the floor. I had neglected to lock it before I left, and someone did me a "favor" by moving it.

The drawers rolled out, and over it went. I did not go ballistic, but it was difficult to keep my cool. The shop owner paid for the damages.

[nissan_crawler]

Thats all very good but most people don't bang up their own boxes, they go to lunch and find some idiots rammed a truck into it and buckled it,. Then no one saw anything. What you supposed to do, batter everyone that came in and about and all the other employees? If you had ever been to prison for something petty you would know its not worth it.

I don't work in a crappy shop like that, so I don't have to worry about it. If I did, I would be getting a new job. I would also demand the shop owner find out who did it and hold them responsible. I've had my box scratched twice, and both times it was touched up by the person that scratched it before I even knew it happened.

If it did happen and nobody claimed it, that's why I have insurance.

I recently scratched a brand new Snap-On side cabinet a guy had for three days. I offered to buy him a new one. He said to not worry about it, but to be nice, I bought him a bottle of touch up paint from the Snap-On lady and touched it up, then gave him the bottle.

[Merkava_4]

He said to not worry about it, but to be nice, I bought him a bottle of touch up paint from the Snap-On lady and touched it up, then gave him the bottle.

You're a stand up guy nissan_crawler. :bowdown: :thumbup:

[Atlascycle]

In the environment that I work in, I go to the work, the work does not come to me. With that comes the danger to my Box. I have to go out in a production area where there are cramped isles with fork lift traffic. there was one day that I went to lunch and when I left my Box was tucked up tight against the wall and when I got back to my box after lunch it was moved, and one of the drawers were hanging open, they some how managed to catch that open drawer ( I don't recall if I left the drawer open or not) pop it out if the slide, and tweek the side of the drawer. I know who did it as he was the only on in the area with the lift truck, but nobody saw him do it so I am SOL. Later that same week, another of our careless lift drivers was delivering a scrap container to the production area, the containers are on casters, as he was coming up to the doorway he dropped the forks while still traveling, when the tub hit the floor it started to roll, the bin traveled over thirty feet and turned a corner and hit my box with enough force to dent the corner of the box. This guy came and told me about it, but I do not know if it because one of the guys that works for me saw it happen.


Jason

[nissan_crawler]

I can't believe your management doesn't hold people responsible for that. Where I work, your ass would be fired if you didn't pay to fix the other person's box.

[SpiderGearsMan]

fired ? no -BEATEN

[nissan_crawler]

You're a stand up guy nissan_crawler. :bowdown: :thumbup:

Eh, it's just the right thing to do. I was just happy I didn't have to buy a snap-on end cabinet that wasn't even mine. :spit:

It's no different than what I expect though. If somebody scratched my box and they didn't say anything to me or do anything about it, I would be headed straight to management. Luckily, I don't work with that kind of people, though.

[SpiderGearsMan]

it looks good
you are not allowed in my shop , so what my box looks like doesn't matter to you
I have had the same box for 20 years , made lots of money with it , we are both aging gracefuly

[nissan_crawler]

There's a difference between an old box and a beat up box. There are plenty of old boxes with typical wear and tear at work, then there are the ones that were just plain beat. There are 1-2 year old Snap-Ons at work that look 10x as bad as my 6.5 year old Craftsman.

[Adam McLaughlin]

There's a difference between an old box and a beat up box. There are plenty of old boxes with typical wear and tear at work, then there are the ones that were just plain beat. There are 1-2 year old Snap-Ons at work that look 10x as bad as my 6.5 year old Craftsman.

And just WHY people would do that to something that costs several thousand dollars, usually a good months + of their paycheck is something that I will never understand.

Adam

[wantedabiggergarage]

And just WHY people would do that to something that costs several thousand dollars, usually a good months + of their paycheck is something that I will never understand.

Adam

I looked at one box where I go get my sandblasting done. They also do bodywork and painting. There box is covered in overspray, due to how small the shop is, and it also is the workbench due to size. But the shop is theirs, and paid for, and with all the other environmental restrictions that would be enforced if they expanded or moved into a new location, they said they would repaint the box when they chose to retire.

[Atlascycle]

I can't believe your management doesn't hold people responsible for that. Where I work, your ass would be fired if you didn't pay to fix the other person's box.

Can't prove who hit it they said that there is nothing that they can do about it. Ya it sucks. which is part of the reason I try to not leave it in the shop any longer than I need to. It is not very often that I do not roll it back to my office at the end of the day.

Jason

Nissan, I would love to have your size of box, but that would just give them a bigger target to hit.

[TKmech]

Well after a few months of working out of this one
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v65/unkleadolf1488/nappybox5.jpg

I missed having a top i could work on, so I finally decided to put the hammer down and upgrade to this.

http://i373.photobucket.com/albums/oo175/JoJimi/newclassic.jpg

the difference between the two is just unbelieveable. Even though the krsc40 was a nice box, you can just feel how much better built the classic is.

[RbrtAWhyt]

And just WHY people would do that to something that costs several thousand dollars, usually a good months + of their paycheck is something that I will never understand.

Adam

Probably because they didn't buy it with thier own money...

[ZRX61]

As of yesterday, this is now mine :)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v317/ZRX61/ZRXGarage/tb4.jpg

[SpiderGearsMan]

looks like a house of worship

[Uncle Buck]

As of yesterday, this is now mine :)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v317/ZRX61/ZRXGarage/tb4.jpg

I bought his brother at a garage sale in KS about a month ago for $2 bucks!:thumbup:

[Diesel-Mech]

My box and a few random drawer pictures.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h103/Ozman2/003.jpg

Some ratchets and sockets, I'm one of those weird people that don't mind multiple drive sizes in the same drawer.

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h103/Ozman2/005.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h103/Ozman2/004.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h103/Ozman2/006.jpg

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h103/Ozman2/008.jpg

[SpiderGearsMan]

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k251/ynoham/S5030431-2-1.jpg
my favorite online subject bump

[Deafautotech]

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k251/ynoham/S5030431-2-1.jpg
my favorite online subject bump

wow, how long you has your snap on boxes??

[SpiderGearsMan]

20 years , old buddy

[mkdive]

Man I wish I had some money to scrape up and get this box/tools.

Click Here (http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/tls/915217843.html)

[Deafautotech]

20 years , old buddy

that good!! did you have any problem with your snap on boxes for 20 years?? like sticky roller slides??

when i bought older KRL1003 and all bearing slides are worn out and dirty which cause it little sticky but my snap on guy are happy to warranty all bearing slides at no charges. so i did replacements all slides and now it is smooth and almost all are heavy...

[SpiderGearsMan]

I bent the slides in a moving accident - they got warranteed

[gotmud13613]

I finally got around to snappin a pic of my boxes, nothing special but they do the trick.

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r63/michael13613/100_0871.jpg

[krusty the clown]

i've posted mine elsewhere on the board but since i'm bored here they are again......

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd154/matco01/home%20tools/100_0163.jpg

[billymade]

Ohh, krusty the clown! Nice boxes! How about whats inside the drawers?

[krusty the clown]

Ohh, krusty the clown! Nice boxes! How about whats inside the drawers?

it might be easier to rummage through my photobucket account than post them.

http://s220.photobucket.com/albums/dd154/matco01/?special_track=nav_tab_album

[garfunkle24]

Ohh, krusty the clown! Nice boxes! How about whats inside the drawers?

I agree Billy, pictures would be great Krusty!

That picture really shows the size difference when a guy moves up from a 40inch box.

[garfunkle24]

it might be easier to rummage through my photobucket account than post them.

http://s220.photobucket.com/albums/dd154/matco01/?special_track=nav_tab_album


Guess I was too slow. Nice gear Krusty. Nice bikes too.:thumbup:

[MOPARHOUND!]

i've posted mine elsewhere on the board but since i'm bored here they are again......

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd154/matco01/100_0163.jpg

Be still my beating heart!! :bowdown:

What Model #'s are the Matco Triple Bays? How deep are the drawers?

What does a set of boxes like that list for? Did you get a "deal"? :pimpflash

[krusty the clown]

6328r and 6328tc.......list was $14,155 and he gave me $9,000 trade on my old box (i had $3,500 in it). the box is 28" deep.



he's what i traded in

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd154/matco01/100_0053.jpg

[elect]

good stuff Krusty.Is that a Mac key rack behind the drill press?

[krusty the clown]

good stuff Krusty.Is that a Mac key rack behind the drill press?


yep a former employer gave that to me on a cleaning binge!

[elect]

yep a former employer gave that to me on a cleaning binge!

lucky you:thumbup:that's pretty frickin sweet:beer:

[krusty the clown]

i just realized that i never uploaded the contents of the matco box to photobucket. it will be there shortly.

[justinmc]

i just realized that i never uploaded the contents of the matco box to photobucket. it will be there shortly.

So you traded the Mac Macsimizer in on the new Matco setup? NICE!!

Out of curiosity.. did you like the Macsimizer at all? I've been thinking about going to a triple cab like that.

[krusty the clown]

yes i did like the macsimizer, i traded a 2 bay macsimizer in on it. the mac had much better casters and was easier to move.

[bondman35a]

Here are some updated pics of the box.