Let's see your toolbox.

[slowtwitch]

After about 30 years of use, I'm finally going to retire my old RemLine tool box. This box has truly served me well :(
Here she is, in all her glory.....
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f109/slowtwitch/CIMG4108.jpg

Here's one of the overstuffed drawers...
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f109/slowtwitch/CIMG4106.jpg

All the rest are the same, packed to the gills. It was starting to be a bit of a pain. looking for stuff.

Anyway, I saved up all my nickles and dimes, from scrapping copper, aluminum, steel and such. Then went out shopping. First of all, I knew I couldn't come close to affording a Snap-on, Matco. So, I looked at the boxes at Home Depot, Lowes, Sears and Harbor Freight.......

Anyway, after a whole lot of deep thought, looking at quality, price, the winner is.......
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f109/slowtwitch/CIMG4110.jpg

Harbor Freight.

With it being on sale and using a 20% coupon, I got it for $320. I tried using another coupon, to bring it down to $300, but, they didn't bite :)

This tool box is awesome, ball bearing glides, drawer liners, heavy duty and most of all...spacious. What's even more amazing, is that I started moving some tools over from the old box and I'm finding tools that I forgot I even had :bounce:

On the minus side, I have to find room for it. Shoot, it's about as big as my garage :headscrat

pete

[Uncle Buck]

Man I wish I was closer, I would be trying to buy that ol Rem Line off you. I think that is one sweet old vintage setup.

[bchee]

You are correct. The company that originally imported them has gone out of business and I picked this one up at Overstock.com for $99! They're available from another importer now but for $249+S/H.


That is a really cool box. I need to check Overstock more often.

[slowtwitch]

Man I wish I was closer, I would be trying to buy that ol Rem Line off you. I think that is one sweet old vintage setup.

Buck, I'm not going to retire it totally. I'll probably move it to my basement shop and use it as a machinist chest, to go along with my old Logan lathe and my old Enco mill :)


pete

[Monte]

http://www.dinzl.de/bilder/anim_roll2.gif

http://www.dinzl.de/bilder/rollbox2.gif

http://ksh-hufeisen.de/artikel/werkzeug/wagbox/rollbox/image/rollbox2.jpg

:)


http://www.dinzl.de/rollbox.html

[Diesel_Crawler]

Does the blonde come with it if you buy enough???

[rhp]

http://www.kamikazeracing.org/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=2785&g2_serialNumber=2



Gorgeous picture. You have reason to be proud.

[Adam McLaughlin]

I agree, that is a fantastic shot!

Adam

[SpiderGearsMan]

trading in remline for peking duckline

[Uncle Buck]

Buck, I'm not going to retire it totally. I'll probably move it to my basement shop and use it as a machinist chest, to go along with my old Logan lathe and my old Enco mill :)


pete

I am very glad to hear that. I hate it when good old tools just go to waste. Great that you have a plan.

[Shocker]

Overstock still shows they have that toolbox.

http://www.overstock.com/Auto-Parts/Rolling-Toolbox/3912007/product.html

[slowtwitch]

trading in remline for peking duckline

I'm really enjoying my pecking duckline :bounce:

[zepherman]

I took a few more pics of my new Torin boxes. I am very impressed by the quality of construction, and the drawers slide out with ease, even when fully loaded.

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Torinboxes2.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Torinboxes4.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Torinboxes8.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Torinboxes9.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Torinboxes12.jpg



Seth

[SpiderGearsMan]

made in usa ? or yuasa ?

[JDM5LugHatch]

I like the labels on the torin boxes. where did you get them?

[garfunkle24]

Hey guys

I had to take some updated photos for insurance records, so I thought I'd post them here too:

http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2393342_8314229.jpg


http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418082002_625182002_2392970_4979934_n.jpg
Top of my toolbox

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83434667002_625182002_2393341_4900756_n.jpg
Extension etc
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2392971_4693433.jpg

Stand for Loctite sticks and to clip socket rail onto
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418097002_625182002_2392972_4227711_n.jpg
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418112002_625182002_2392973_2973586_n.jpg

Clip rail I made for adaptors, UJs etc
http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418117002_625182002_2392974_4857343_n.jpg

Deeper tub I made for pens, flashlights etc
[http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418122002_625182002_2392975_287351_n.jpg

Miniature metric combis and PB bits
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418127002_625182002_2392976_2294418_n.jpg

Pry bars, picks scrapers etc
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418132002_625182002_2392977_5474107_n.jpg

Hammers, files, big + crescent wrenches, thin (tappet) and stubby ratcheting wrenches
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2392978_3385977.jpg

Biggger punches and chisels
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2392979_2464931.jpg

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418147002_625182002_2392980_2411383_n.jpg

Mac KS2, SO 4-way, Blue-point ratcheting, Stubby, half-moon ratcheting, CMan And USAG big wrenches and PB hex keys
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418152002_625182002_2392981_3808572_n.jpg

Screwdrivers
http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2392982_767424.jpg

Misc electrical
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418167002_625182002_2392983_4201382_n.jpg

Snap-ring + transmission pliers
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418172002_625182002_2392984_5272715_n.jpg

Locking pliers
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418177002_625182002_2392985_3369995_n.jpg

Other pliers
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418182002_625182002_2392986_3250712_n.jpg

Smaller punches + chisels
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2392987_3413956.jpg

Extractors + roll-pin punches
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2392988_811969.jpg

Deep middle drawer
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418197002_625182002_2392989_5687150_n.jpg
http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418202002_625182002_2392990_6103316_n.jpg
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418207002_625182002_2392991_7391210_n.jpg
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418212002_625182002_2392992_8237487_n.jpg

Standard sockets + wrenches
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2392993_1761663.jpg
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418222002_625182002_2392994_3609907_n.jpg

Misc crap
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418227002_625182002_2392995_4439476_n.jpg

Heyco big metric combis (36/41/46)
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418232002_625182002_2392996_4711210_n.jpg

More pliers
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418237002_625182002_2392997_7148011_n.jpg

Filter wrenches, clips for making test leads
http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418242002_625182002_2392998_5813723_n.jpg

Power + air tools
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2393000_2173128.jpg

More screwdrivers
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs013.snc1/4484_83418257002_625182002_2393001_1602162_n.jpg

Extra punches/chisels
http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2393002_5599058.jpg

Extra ratchets/wrenches etc
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2393003_8239708.jpg

Bottom drawer with didvider for welding helmet + aerosols
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4484/141/74/625182002/n625182002_2393340_5364732.jpg

BFH
http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs025.snc1/4269_77632742002_625182002_2303665_8165421_n.jpg

[zepherman]

I like the labels on the torin boxes. where did you get them?

I got them at Sears (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00995442000P?keyword=magnetic+drawer +label&sLevel=0).

[zepherman]

made in usa ? or yuasa ?

That's funny.:p

They were made overseas.

[CamarosRus]

Mystery why NOBODY distributes (in the USA) the shiny powdercoated TORIN boxes pictured above.......

[Taylor J.]

Three things...


What brand are the foam wrench holders?



What are the three drivers on the top right?



OHNOOO!!!! Not the Thorsen pliers from Northern! My mom sent me a set and I sent them back - they were really nasty. I hope you got a good set! Pics of mine here... http://s395.photobucket.com/albums/pp38/beelsr/thorsen%20pliers

Where can you get these pliers?

Thanks,
Taylor J.

[66HertzClone]

I got them at Sears (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00995442000P?keyword=magnetic+drawer +label&sLevel=0).

Those are nice, I'm tempted but would like to know what labels are in the kit. Too bad they don't make that info available on the web site.

[CAT_serviceman927]

Heyco big metric combis (36/41/46)
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs053.snc1/4484_83418232002_625182002_2392996_4711210_n.jpg



Is it just me or do those Heyco combos seem short for the sizes they are?:headscrat

[garfunkle24]

Is it just me or do those Heyco combos seem short for the sizes they are?:headscrat

Yeah, they are kinda short for the fastener size. These wrenches were way heavier built than I expected them to be too. I don't think the length will be an issue as I won't hesitate to take a BFH to these anyway. Eventually I would like to replace them with some Hazets or Stahlwilles, but those wrenches get real pricey in the bigger sizes.

[CAT_serviceman927]

Yeah, they are kinda short for the fastener size. These wrenches were way heavier built than I expected them to be too. I don't think the length will be an issue as I won't hesitate to take a BFH to these anyway. Eventually I would like to replace them with some Hazets or Stahlwilles, but those wrenches get real pricey in the bigger sizes.

I noticed your angle wrenches are all in metric. Does the equipment you work on use hydraulics? The reason I ask is because it seems even on the newer Caterpillar equipment, the hydraulic lines are still standard sizes, even though most fasteners are metric.

[garfunkle24]

I noticed your angle wrenches are all in metric. Does the equipment you work on use hydraulics? The reason I ask is because it seems even on the newer Caterpillar equipment, the hydraulic lines are still standard sizes, even though most fasteners are metric.

The machines I work on have extensive hydraulic and pneumatic systems but being made in Austria, they are 100% metric.

I worked for Massey for several years so I do have an extensive set of SAE tools such as angle and line wrenches but they now reside in my garage.

Only having to worry about metric makes it a lot easier to fit everything I need into my road chest. The SAE stuff I have at the shop now are actually the Craftsman/Mastercraft stuff I have from when I started in the trade. I already had a set of BP SAE ratchet wrenches at home so I didn't bother taking them. I use the 15/16 one in place of a 24mm ratchet wrench.

[CAT_serviceman927]

Cool thanks.:thumbup:

[zepherman]

Those are nice, I'm tempted but would like to know what labels are in the kit. Too bad they don't make that info available on the web site.

I've still got a brand new package. I will open it and take some pics of all the labels. I will post later today with the pics. :)


Seth

[klswvu]

Mystery why NOBODY distributes (in the USA) the shiny powdercoated TORIN boxes pictured above.......

Can not be 100% sure, but they look like the Torin boxes being sold at the large Advance Auto Parts near me. Not sure about the powder coating .

[zepherman]

Can not be 100% sure, but they look like the Torin boxes being sold at the large Advance Auto Parts near me. Not sure about the powder coating .

I just checked out the Advance Auto Parts website, and you're right they do have Torin tool chests. I checked the model numbers on my boxes and the the ones on their website. The bottom box is the exact same number as mine (TBR4411-X), but the top box is an 8 drawer (TBT4408-X) while mine is a 10 drawer (TBT4410-X).

Looks like I have one of the few "gloss finish" Torin boxes out there.


Seth

[zepherman]

Those are nice, I'm tempted but would like to know what labels are in the kit. Too bad they don't make that info available on the web site.

As promised, here are some pics of the labels.:)

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Toolchestmagneticlabels.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Toolchestmagneticlabels2.jpg


Seth

[ZRX61]

I just checked out the Advance Auto Parts website, and you're right they do have Torin tool chests.

PepBoys has also sold Torin boxes in the past. I picked up this one for $250 after a $50 mail in rebate & $100 instant in store rebate/discount.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v317/ZRX61/ZRXGarage/08Garage035.jpg

[66HertzClone]

I've still got a brand new package. I will open it and take some pics of all the labels. I will post later today with the pics. :)


Seth

Thank you, Seth :thumbup: much appreciated.

[zepherman]

PepBoys has also sold Torin boxes in the past. I picked up this one for $250 after a $50 mail in rebate & $100 instant in store rebate/discount.

Great price on a sharp looking box.:)

[zepherman]

Thank you, Seth :thumbup: much appreciated.

You're welcome.:)

[wantedabiggergarage]

As promised, here are some pics of the labels.:)

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Toolchestmagneticlabels.jpg

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Toolchestmagneticlabels2.jpg


Seth

Seth, could you either post the top, or list its item number?

Thanks

[zepherman]

Seth, could you either post the top, or list its item number?

Thanks

Sure no problem.

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Toolchestmagneticlabels3.jpg

Also here's a link to these labels on the Sears (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00995442000P?keyword=magnetic+drawer +label&sLevel=0) website.

[LWW]

I almost bought these and then realized I have a label maker, so I made my own... :bounce:

Sure no problem.

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Toolchestmagneticlabels3.jpg

Also here's a link to these labels on the Sears (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00995442000P?keyword=magnetic+drawer +label&sLevel=0) website.

[JDM5LugHatch]

Sure no problem.

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd244/zepherman70/Toolchestmagneticlabels3.jpg

Also here's a link to these labels on the Sears (http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00995442000P?keyword=magnetic+drawer +label&sLevel=0) website.

Thanks! Those are actually really nice.

[zepherman]

Thanks! Those are actually really nice.

You're welcome.:)

When I was looking around for labels, I wanted something classy looking that wasn't too gaudy. These were exactly what I was looking for. And after looking around on this board, I happened across these (http://www.toolboxtags.com/tags.php) as well. Pretty nice also.


Seth

[66HertzClone]

OK, I've almost finished figuring out where I want things to go, so I'll share what I've finished so far. Note, I have a reasonably big order coming from Mike and it will round out the ratchet assortment. I have tool cart in use in my shed, I'm replacing the engine on an old Asplundh wood chipper, so some of my 1/2 drive ratchets, 3/8 drive ratchets, a tray of 3/8 sockets, a few wrenches, several screwdrivers and extensions are not in the drawers. Any way here is my tool assortment.http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0168.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0169.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0170.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0171.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0172.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0173.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0174.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0175.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0176.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0177.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0178.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0179.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0181.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0182.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0183.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0186.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0187.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/DSC_0188.jpg

[kiall1987]

^ What kinda tool box is that ?

[vette-kid]

66HertzClone, I have those same red bins. Got em off ebay. Those little things sure are handy!

[Atlascycle]

^ What kinda tool box is that ?

Its a Lista.

Need information on the Red Drawer Bins

Thanks
Jason

[vette-kid]

Its a Lista.

Need information on the Red Drawer Bins

Thanks
Jason

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/R-Schaller-Equipment-and-Inventory_Tool-Box-Drawer-Organizer-Bins_W0QQ_fsubZ6QQ_sidZ14467760QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec 0Q2em322

[Atlascycle]

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/R-Schaller-Equipment-and-Inventory_Tool-Box-Drawer-Organizer-Bins_W0QQ_fsubZ6QQ_sidZ14467760QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec 0Q2em322

Thanks,

Jason

[66HertzClone]

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/R-Schaller-Equipment-and-Inventory_Tool-Box-Drawer-Organizer-Bins_W0QQ_fsubZ6QQ_sidZ14467760QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec 0Q2em322


Yep, those are the ones I used, I bought the 140 piece set. If you look close you can see that I had to use several of the smaller sized bins for some of the hardware. I have some metric hardware yet to sort thru and once I do I'll order individual bins in the size I need to clean that up. Even with all that hardware in the drawer, it opens very smoothly, it is surprising.

[billymade]

Clone, can you give us a overall shot of your cabinet/toolbox setup? I'm seeing so many drawers; I'm wondering how the cabinet is setup! Thanks! :)

[66HertzClone]

Clone, can you give us a over shot of your cabinet/toolbox setup? I'm seeing so many drawers; I'm wondering how the cabinet is setup! Thanks! :)

Here is what I,ve got,

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/workbench.jpg

[Diesel_Crawler]

Holy sh!t !!!! That's an awesome looking box, i would love to have that for my machine tools, would like sit the lathe right on the butcher block!

[PistolWhip]

Hertz, who makes that box/work table combo??? That is by far the best use of space I've seen in a combo like that yet.

[ossaguy]

Wow,what a beautiful setup!!!!

[JDM5LugHatch]

Hertz, who makes that box/work table combo??? That is by far the best use of space I've seen in a combo like that yet.

I could be wrong but it looks like a Lista to me. Very nice stuff. Seems Atlascycle also posted this info for another member asking the same thing in post #1793.

[Merkava_4]

66HertzClone,

They make dividers for that box; did you know that?

They go in those slots at the outer perimeter.

[TruckTech]

I just joined, and I thought Id show off my stuff. Nothing fancy...

[chrislehr]

No fancy garage yet, but we have been i here only a month...

overall shots:

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/IMG_1785.jpg
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/IMG_1797.jpg

And the nitty gritty.

Don't poke fun, craftsman is fine for most home use :D

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1786.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1786.jpg)
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1787.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1787.jpg)
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1789.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1789.jpg)
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1790.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1790.jpg)
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1791.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1791.jpg)
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1792.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1792.jpg)
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1793.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1793.jpg)
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/th_IMG_1788.jpg (http://s213.photobucket.com/albums/cc200/chrislehr07/garage/?action=view&current=IMG_1788.jpg)

[PistolWhip]

I could be wrong but it looks like a Lista to me. Very nice stuff. Seems Atlascycle also posted this info for another member asking the same thing in post #1793.


Thank you very much for the info:thumbup:

[66HertzClone]

66HertzClone,

They make dividers for that box; did you know that?

They go in those slots at the outer perimeter.

I did, but using the bins allows me if and when needed to lift them out and take it with me.

[Diesel_Crawler]

I just joined, and I thought Id show off my stuff. Nothing fancy...

Nothing wrong with that box sir :thumbup: also welcome to the board.

[roygrady]

PepBoys has also sold Torin boxes in the past. I picked up this one for $250 after a $50 mail in rebate & $100 instant in store rebate/discount.
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Looks very nice

[xDrGeek]

Gorgeous picture. You have reason to be proud.

So the two kids on the top, are they your monkey wrenches???

[48548]

Here are some before and after pictures of my tool box after a year or so being on this site, thanks guys, I owe you all a beer!!!!!

Original box with small crafty box on top
http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3553.jpg

New top box
http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/IMG_3701.jpg

Old drawer pictures

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/drawer6.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/tool1.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/tool2-1.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/tool5.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/tool7.jpg

New Pictures of tools, Minus the plomb 3/4 ratchets (4 of them) and the sockets and breaker bars, which are in a proto 3/4 case under my box as I have no room for them.

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3746.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3747.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3748.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3750.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3751.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3752.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3753.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3754.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3755.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3756.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3757.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3758.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3759.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3760.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3761.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3762.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3763.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3764.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3765.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3766.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3767.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp296/48548/tools/IMG_3768.jpg

[sstruckguy]

It seems that you may have been stricken with TTS. (Tim Taylor Syndrome)

Which in guys terms, is not a bad thing :)

"I" hate to borrow or, (god forbid) rent a tool. It appears that you may have the same mind set.

Enough said?

[msrfrog]

here is some pics of my cart and box. work area is a little messy been very busy at work lately.


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[48548]

I have the mind set that if one is good two is better!!!! Also in case I break a tool, I have spares and like most people, I love to be able to have a few ratchets out with all of the sockets I need rather than switching sockets on the ratchets, I swap ratchets or if a friend helps we have enough sockets and ratchets to get the job done. I also don't use the pear head proto/plombs as they are two clunky for my likes, but I have found I love round heads, either the old proto round heads, or the snap on swivel heads are realy nice. Also I also love the genius/top tul 72 teeth as well and use them most of the time. I am waiting to see what kind of deal we can get to buy the zyklops, but if we can't come up with something, I will have to buy all 3 sizes on my own.

[mikemolzahn]

Thought I would join in and show off my toolbox. But first I'll show you my old one "The Apartment Complex" or more affectionately known as "The Beast"

Mike

[mikemolzahn]

Now it is time to introduce my "War Wagon". Granted aircraft mechanics do things a little different. This box replaced "The Beast" because the beast couldn't be moved around as easily in the hangar. Thinking about figuring a way to put diesel air horms on it, LOL.

Mike

[48548]

I prefer the war wagon, that is a nice box, and looks really clean. Also nice older chevy pickup, always liked the 73-80 style best. 80, had the nice rectangle head lights, which were rare and pretty cool looking.

[elect]

48548 - good stuff! Mike, I like the war wagon let's see some interior shots please! I love this thread!

[Deafautotech]

mikemolzahn: very nice toolboxes... but i am curious why you have matco box with two side boxes that is snap on??

[arkangel06]

Now it is time to introduce my "War Wagon". Granted aircraft mechanics do things a little different. This box replaced "The Beast" because the beast couldn't be moved around as easily in the hangar. Thinking about figuring a way to put diesel air horms on it, LOL.

Mike



nice box man :bowdown::bowdown:

I am going into aircraft structures repair when im finished school

[94legaleagle]

bookmarking thread so I can post pics later

[mikemolzahn]

mikemolzahn: very nice toolboxes... but i am curious why you have matco box with two side boxes that is snap on??


The reason for MATCO main box and Snap-On Side Boxes is that Snap-On had a sale for 25% off on Side Cabinets making them over $1200 cheaper each than the MATCO ones. Now in fairness the MATCO ones are almost 4" wider, but it was a deal I couldn't pass up.

Mike

[Fins/413]

I have the mind set that if one is good two is better!!!! Also in case I break a tool, I have spares and like most people, I love to be able to have a few ratchets out with all of the sockets I need rather than switching sockets on the ratchets, I swap ratchets or if a friend helps we have enough sockets and ratchets to get the job done. I also don't use the pear head proto/plombs as they are two clunky for my likes, but I have found I love round heads, either the old proto round heads, or the snap on swivel heads are realy nice. Also I also love the genius/top tul 72 teeth as well and use them most of the time. I am waiting to see what kind of deal we can get to buy the zyklops, but if we can't come up with something, I will have to buy all 3 sizes on my own.

What is the part number of the angle top box you have, I've seen them and can't seem to find one in the current SO catalog. They look interesting. :thumbup:Thanks

[Fins/413]

The reason for MATCO main box and Snap-On Side Boxes is that Snap-On had a sale for 25% off on Side Cabinets making them over $1200 cheaper each than the MATCO ones. Now in fairness the MATCO ones are almost 4" wider, but it was a deal I couldn't pass up.

Mike

The beast is amazing.:thumbup: I hope its powered or at least brakes.

[48548]

What is the part number of the angle top box you have, I've seen them and can't seem to find one in the current SO catalog. They look interesting. :thumbup:Thanks

You can't find it in the SO catalog because it isn't an SO box, I just put an extra plate on it. It is a montezuma mfg box, that strictlytoolboxes.com sells. The model is an LA-400, and it is made in the USA. Nice box and works well with my kra-300f bottom with side box. Here is the link.

http://www.strictlytoolboxes.com/portable-tool-boxes

[Fins/413]

You can't find it in the SO catalog because it isn't an SO box, I just put an extra plate on it. It is a montezuma mfg box, that strictlytoolboxes.com sells. The model is an LA-400, and it is made in the USA. Nice box and works well with my kra-300f bottom with side box. Here is the link.

http://www.strictlytoolboxes.com/portable-tool-boxes

Thanks, shows what I know, at least I'm not totally blind.:bowdown:

[Deafautotech]

The reason for MATCO main box and Snap-On Side Boxes is that Snap-On had a sale for 25% off on Side Cabinets making them over $1200 cheaper each than the MATCO ones. Now in fairness the MATCO ones are almost 4" wider, but it was a deal I couldn't pass up.

Mike

yeah i am understand that... my tech friend has similar what you have matco main box but little short the height(less drawers). he need "locker" side box where he can put all bulk or testers boxes in instead in drawers But what he got price quote, he said forget it!! I was shock what matco guy said that price quote... i dont understand why it is so high price for only side box.. it is cost arms and legs!!

[mikemolzahn]

Around the end of the year the Snap-On Distributors have their 25% off sale of Toolbox Accessories (ie Side cabinets and lockers). Last year it was the month of November.

Also check with your dealer about trade ins, for when guys trade up.


Join in and Be Heard,
Mike

[fordracing200]

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.

any pictures of how you've got the drawers layed out? still liking the box?

[Doug19]

Here's mine, I'm just a hobbist and have no projects at this time in the near future I would like to restore a car once I get enough tools gathered up. No high end tools like Snap On here. The majority of the stuff is Craftsman, which works just fine for my needs and a Sears is just 3 miles down the road.

Here's the box: Craftsman(the one that was on sale during christmas for around $700)

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0001.jpg

Top shelf fully of sockets mostly craftsman and a few toptul I got of ebay awhile ago for a killier price.

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0003.jpg

Screwdrivers: Really cheap ones not even craftsman got them as a bulk sell on ebay and they are really soft metal. I will use them as my beaters once I get a good set.

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0005.jpg

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0006.jpg

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0007.jpg

[Doug19]

More: These are all gearwrench reversible wrenches I got a killier deal on ebay for. I think for everything in this drawer I paid $70. Also notice the free Gearwrench Quadbox from MSC.

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0008.jpg

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0009.jpg

My precison measurment tools

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0010.jpg

Cases open

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0011.jpg

Drill Bits

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0012.jpg

Taps, Extractors and some other things

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0013.jpg

Pliers and Gearwrench Ratcheting Pliers that were wrongly listed on ebay and I ended up getting them for $35

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0014.jpg

Extra Sockets, Huge Wrench, and a pretty much useless torque wrench

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0015.jpg

[Doug19]

More: The 3/8" socket set that was wrongly priced on amazon from MSC that I got a rediculous price on.

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0016.jpg

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0017.jpg

Cosumables

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0018.jpg

Face Sheild and Makita Impact and Variable speed driver.

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0019.jpg

Files on all my tools and a box with random stickers

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0020.jpg

Nut Drivers

http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae165/DBritton19/000_0021.jpg


Well thats it as you can see there are still some empty drawers and I know at the time this toolbox was to big for me but it is filling up quickly.

[Deafautotech]

there is no too big for anyone who are hobby or make a living... you never have enough tools!!

[stock z/28]

Hello,

Here is my main tool box. Its a combination of 3 Snap Ons and a Commercial Craftsman That I built a base for.


The second one is actually 2 large rooler bearing bottoms, I "think" they were "Champions"? Not bad boxes, but not great either.

I built the bench, its abour 70"x 32" with a 3/8 stainless top and an angle iron rail and drip edge. I like it real well.


The last is an older Kobalt set that I use in a room were I mostly assemble short blocks. Again not great boxes but pretty nice for the money.


Jeff

[Deafautotech]

Hello,

Here is my main tool box. Its a combination of 3 Snap Ons and a Commercial Craftsman That I built a base for.


The second one is actually 2 large rooler bearing bottoms, I "think" they were "Champions"? Not bad boxes, but not great either.

I built the bench, its abour 70"x 32" with a 3/8 stainless top and an angle iron rail and drip edge. I like it real well.


The last is an older Kobalt set that I use in a room were I mostly assemble short blocks. Again not great boxes but pretty nice for the money.


Jeff


wow!! i can see the Faultless casters on base... what do you work for?? i like that display of wrenches but not good idea for general shop where other tech can take one and gone...

[knobbylon]

I've been lurking on thiks for awhile but haven't figured out the picture deal yet. This is my attempt at attaching so please bear with me. If this works more will come.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=34327&d=1245358980

[eborcim]

Stock Z/28....NICE! I think your whole shop could be considered a tool box!! Your place looks like one of the shops here in town. Crammed full of every engine building tool and using them too. You would probably like more room, but hate to think about moving tools and equipment. What is the main type of engine you build?

[Skyline]

Here's the recent new home for my tools. I just moved in (to this box), so not fully organized, and best of all, plenty of room for new additions: (Side locker door just looks funny due to flash...)
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07446.jpg

Not much in the top compartment...too high really; fender cover, worklight, stethascope, Power Probe, S-O airbrush:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07447.jpg

Nut drivers, blowtorch, and electrical do-dads.
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07448.jpg

Files and grabber tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07449.jpg

Hex, Torx and Crowfeet:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07450.jpg

Punches, Chisels and Drifts (Like I said, just moved in!):
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07451.jpg

Specialty Pliers, Oil Change Stuff, and a couple of ball hex sets:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07452.jpg

Big Rivet Guns, Camber Gauge, Nutsert Set
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07453.jpg

SAE Wrenches
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07454.jpg

Specialty Taps Dies and Drill Bits:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07456.jpg

Metric Wrenches:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07457.jpg

Metric & SAE Taps and Dies:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07458.jpg

SAE on the left, Metric on the right. All Snappy except for a few items:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07468.jpg

Metric Side:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07469.jpg

SAE Side:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07470.jpg

Pliers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07471.jpg

Vice Grips:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07472.jpg

Screwdrivers, (definately need more of these...)
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07473.jpg

Pry Bars:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07474.jpg

Impact Drawer:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07475.jpg

Mag Wheel Sockets, Magnetic Sockets:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07476.jpg

Junk Drawer:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07477.jpg

Air Tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07478.jpg

Pullers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07479.jpg

Hammers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07480.jpg

More Pullers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07481.jpg

Bodywork Tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07482.jpg

More Pullers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07483.jpg

Drill and bits:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07484.jpg

Side locker:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07485.jpg

Disconnects, Ball Joint Tool, Compression Tester, Radiator Tester:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07486.jpg

Gear Set-up Stuff:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07488.jpg

Calipers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07489.jpg

Bolt puller, Thread restorer, Bushing Drivers, Tubing Tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07490.jpg

A/C Scale
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07491.jpg

Buffer/grinder:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07492.jpg

[knobbylon]

OK I'm going to try this for real now. I operate and maitain some aircraft for a company and am upgrading my boxes. I travel on the job so the Pelican case is my road box and has most of my common used tools. When I'm back in the shop I just remove the tool wraps and boxes from the Pelican case and put them in the tool cart. That way I don't have to search everytime I take a trip.

The cart is modified with leg extensions, two side trays, an extra drawer and a riser over the top shelf that I can lay tools on and access the shelf underneath. I just clamp the tool wraps to the top lid of the cart which makes things pretty handy.

The roll cab is a new KRA 2306 that replaced the Williams box I showed in this thread a couple of days ago. Instead of going to a gargantuan box, I decide to split up with a cart and a box and get rid of some stuff I just don't intend to use anymore.

[48548]

Nice box, we all have to start somewhere. I am curious to see what is inside.


I've been lurking on thiks for awhile but haven't figured out the picture deal yet. This is my attempt at attaching so please bear with me. If this works more will come.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=34327&d=1245358980

[knobbylon]

This box is empty now and going up on the block. I just submitted pix of its replacement set up.

[JD6619A]

Hey Guys, this is one of my 2 tool chests the first being a mastercaft maximum 41" euro (AKA rebadged montezuma A6 41" roll cabibnet) style chest top and bottom I got both on sale a while back (only way to buy CT tools imo) Sorry for the cheapo pics but I only have my cellphone camera

enjoy:
http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs114.snc1/5140_203733010343_668745343_7367047_2432927_n.jpg
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs114.snc1/5140_203733020343_668745343_7367048_8161793_n.jpg
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http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs114.snc1/5140_203733030343_668745343_7367050_3631717_n.jpg
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This is my gas powered compressor and gas powered stick welder:

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs094.snc1/5140_203733145343_668745343_7367068_1081080_n.jpg

[The Muffin Man]

Welcome to the forums JD6619A!

I'm really liking that top box.

[stock z/28]

Stock Z/28....NICE! I think your whole shop could be considered a tool box!! Your place looks like one of the shops here in town. Crammed full of every engine building tool and using them too. You would probably like more room, but hate to think about moving tools and equipment. What is the main type of engine you build?

Hello,

Yes its a bit "tight" in the shop.

Most of the engines are performance or specialties of some type or an other. Quite a bit of welding and fabrication as well.

Jeff

[Garapeto]

[QUOTE=Skyline;513819]Here's the recent new home for my tools. I just moved in (to this box), so not fully organized, and best of all, plenty of room for new additions: (Side locker door just looks funny due to flash...)

SAE Wrenches
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07454.jpg

Who sells the bright green wrench racks?
These are awesome.

[Nik_95Cobra]

Who sells the bright green wrench racks?
These are awesome.


I was wondering the same, :headscrat gots to gets me some.

[JD6619A]

Hey Guys, this is my 2nd tool box It's a midnight Blue ball bearing chest top and bottom by Craftsman. The bottom chest half has the safety locks on the drawers you they cant be inadvertently opened.

http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs094.snc1/5140_204631600343_668745343_7390240_6367805_n.jpg

[billymade]

ummm, whats inside the drawers?

[JD6619A]

Mostly what was in the Euro box. I need to put my other tools back in the craftsman box that I have laying around then get some photos. Oh well off to get some more tools.

JD6619A

[wrenchr]

Mostly what was in the Euro box. I need to put my other tools back in the craftsman box that I have laying around then get some photos. Oh well off to get some more tools.

JD6619A

Gonna post pics of the tools?? And welcome aboard:beer::thumbup:

[JD6619A]

well I ended up not going to get tools cause I found my hacksaw and it started to rain so I didn't get a chance to go to home depot for a 3 lb sledge like intended. I also wanted to get 2 organizers for my euro box for the top chest for nick nacks so they arent rolling all over the place, anyways here's what's in the Craftsman chest. Again sorry for the cheapo pics

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[superautobacs]

JD6619A,

Were you able to purchase the 41" Euro Chest at 1/2 price from CT?

Can I ask for a favour? Could you tell me what the approximate measurements are for the drawers? I haven't seen one in person, and their darn website doesn't even tell you.

:)

[JD6619A]

Superautobacs,

the top portion of the euro tool chest I got for 1/2 price 399.99 instead of 699.99. The bottom portion I got for 849.99 instead of 999.99. I'll get the measurements tomorrow.

the advice I can give you is wait till they come on sale, no sense in paying full price. They do come on 1/2 price from time to time so keep an eye on that

[rwhite692]

Here is my new main box, KRL-7023APC. Haven't moved all my stuff into it yet, waiting to get done with a few other projects around the house. Someone on one of these message boards said: "Nothing says LOVE like KRL" ...and I have to agree. It was a "spouse-sanctioned aquisition" around my B-Day this year....

http://inlinethumb39.webshots.com/42022/2034167660011691741S600x600Q85.jpg

http://inlinethumb13.webshots.com/44172/2377079650011691741S600x600Q85.jpg

http://inlinethumb19.webshots.com/42322/2088565340011691741S600x600Q85.jpg

[TruckTech]

http://inlinethumb39.webshots.com/42022/2034167660011691741S600x600Q85.jpg

Beautiful box... horrible truck.

Just kidding. ;)

[rwhite692]

Thanks TruckTech....cool avatar you have there...

[Merkava_4]

rwhite692,

I don't know if you mounted the side handle on yet or not, but the best way is to run the screws in by themselves first with some air tool oil on them before mounting the handle on - that will loosen up the powder coating that gets sprayed in the thread inserts when they powder coat the box. If you don't do like I suggested, it will be very hard to screw the screws in dry. :shocking:

PS. 3/16" Allen is the size.

[TruckTech]

Thanks TruckTech....cool avatar you have there...

Thanks. In all seriousness though, I think that 6.0L needs a "spouse-sanctioned for sale sign", before its out of warranty. :lol_hitti

Im sorry, Ill stop.

Post pics of the drawers up when you get everything moved in.:thumbup:

[Big Bad Jon]

Thanks. In all seriousness though, I think that 6.0L needs a "spouse-sanctioned for sale sign", before its out of warranty. :lol_hitti

Im sorry, Ill stop.

Post pics of the drawers up when you get everything moved in.:thumbup:

Come on now, it isn't that bad when they hydro lock!

[Jbullfrog]

Our 6.0L has 140,000 miles and has been great for the last 125,000. If the engineers would get together instead of everybody doing there own thing, the 6.0L could have been awsome. Diesels are meant to be daily workers, they have to have exercise to stay in shape.

[Moose-LandTran]

Beautiful box... horrible truck.

You gotta be kidding me! That is a sexy truck right there. 7.3 and 6.0 Super Dutys :thumbup:

[Moose-LandTran]

rwhite692,

I don't know if you mounted the side handle on yet or not, but the best way is to run the screws in by themselves first with some air tool oil on them before mounting the handle on - that will loosen up the powder coating that gets sprayed in the thread inserts when they powder coat the box. If you don't do like I suggested, it will be very hard to screw the screws in dry. :shocking:

PS. 3/16" Allen is the size.

You can see the handle in the third pic.. :headscrat

[peterbilr98]

Here's the recent new home for my tools. I just moved in (to this box), so not fully organized, and best of all, plenty of room for new additions: (Side locker door just looks funny due to flash...)
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07446.jpg

Not much in the top compartment...too high really; fender cover, worklight, stethascope, Power Probe, S-O airbrush:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07447.jpg

Nut drivers, blowtorch, and electrical do-dads.
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07448.jpg

Files and grabber tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07449.jpg

Hex, Torx and Crowfeet:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07450.jpg

Punches, Chisels and Drifts (Like I said, just moved in!):
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07451.jpg

Specialty Pliers, Oil Change Stuff, and a couple of ball hex sets:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07452.jpg

Big Rivet Guns, Camber Gauge, Nutsert Set
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07453.jpg

SAE Wrenches
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07454.jpg

Specialty Taps Dies and Drill Bits:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07456.jpg

Metric Wrenches:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07457.jpg

Metric & SAE Taps and Dies:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07458.jpg

SAE on the left, Metric on the right. All Snappy except for a few items:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07468.jpg

Metric Side:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07469.jpg

SAE Side:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07470.jpg

Pliers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07471.jpg

Vice Grips:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07472.jpg

Screwdrivers, (definately need more of these...)
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07473.jpg

Pry Bars:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07474.jpg

Impact Drawer:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07475.jpg

Mag Wheel Sockets, Magnetic Sockets:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07476.jpg

Junk Drawer:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07477.jpg

Air Tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07478.jpg

Pullers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07479.jpg

Hammers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07480.jpg

More Pullers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07481.jpg

Bodywork Tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07482.jpg

More Pullers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07483.jpg

Drill and bits:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07484.jpg

Side locker:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07485.jpg

Disconnects, Ball Joint Tool, Compression Tester, Radiator Tester:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07486.jpg

Gear Set-up Stuff:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07488.jpg

Calipers:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07489.jpg

Bolt puller, Thread restorer, Bushing Drivers, Tubing Tools:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07490.jpg

A/C Scale
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07491.jpg

Buffer/grinder:
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07492.jpg

when can you move out of that box so i can move in :bounce:

[Moose-LandTran]

when can you move out of that box so i can move in :bounce:

You got any more pics of your box, or the contents? I love the colour of it. :)

[peterbilr98]

i have some in this post lets see your tool box not sure what page its on eny more since there are so many now.

[Skyline]

[QUOTE=Skyline;513819]Here's the recent new home for my tools. I just moved in (to this box), so not fully organized, and best of all, plenty of room for new additions: (Side locker door just looks funny due to flash...)

SAE Wrenches
http://i443.photobucket.com/albums/qq159/JeepZJDriver/DSC07454.jpg

Who sells the bright green wrench racks?
These are awesome.

Those are MAC (made by WrenchRack) but the color in the posted photo is quite deceiving. They are not really so bright a green, they are more of a kelly green in real life. The pink ones, (which are also MAC), it is the reverse....they are more vibrant fleurescent pink in real life. This error in colors is likely due to the fleurescent lighting in the garage.

WrenchRack makes these things for MAC , Snap-on and Matco, and the colors vary with each seller....but the product is really the same. Prices are probably the best from a vendor that does NOT put their own name on them; but you might not find hot pink.

[Skyline]

when can you move out of that box so i can move in :bounce:

I don't plan on moving out of this or upgrading beyond this for many, many years. It is certainly the biggest box that will fit in my current garage, and I still have lots of room to buy more tools...but not that much that I really need to add for the type of tinkering I do. Not to mention it is in near perfect condition, (now that I had the door of the locker repainted at a local bodyshop).

I've been through eight boxes (counting three top/bottom combos seperately, so my tools really got moved 4 times), in the last two years. Always buying used and upgrading, then selling the other boxes. The last three, including this one, I bought full of tools as well, (which all get sold on eBay.) If you have the cash to lay out up front, and you are willing to part out a collection of tools on eBay, (a box like this could take 150+ seperate auctions), you can own a box like this, or a lot of professional tools, for very little money. By far the best way to get tools or a great box, is to buy a complete collection of high end stuff, complete with box, then sell everything you don't want.

[Medwards]

Here are my toolboxes.

The black rally box on the corner of the workbench was my first toolbox. It was a christmas present from my parents when I was 12 or 13. The two red craftsman boxes are the same as in the next photo.
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/P5010357.jpg
I bought the craftsman ball bearing bottom box when I was 19. The side cabinet came along right after I finished college. The two kennedy boxes were bought while I worked as a machinist in college. These boxes hold all my original craftsman hand tools, machinist tools, spare chucks and fixtures.
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/P1010006-1.jpg
I quickly outgrew the craftsman boxes and got a good deal on this snap-on KRL762. It's almost completley full of snap-on hand tools.
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/P5010358.jpg

[Moose-LandTran]

Got a good deal on this snap-on KRL762. It's almost completley full of snap-on hand tools.
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/P5010358.jpg

We want pics! :)

[JD6619A]

JD6619A,

Were you able to purchase the 41" Euro Chest at 1/2 price from CT?

Can I ask for a favour? Could you tell me what the approximate measurements are for the drawers? I haven't seen one in person, and their darn website doesn't even tell you.

:)


The measurements I took are aprox but should be close to it I didnt take a measurement for the top area with the lid and I also didn't take a measurement for the work table section. The drawer measurements are listed below


Top chest:
+++++++

4 drawers (wide ones)

23.50" W
15.25" L
1.50" H

4 drawers (narrow ones)

11.50"W
15.25"L
1.5" H


Bottom Chest:
+++++++++

1 drawer (the widest one)

37.75"W
15.25"L
4.50"H

4 drawers (wider ones)

23.50"W
15.25"L
1.50"H

4 drawers (narrow ones)

11.50"W
15.25"L
1.50"H

2 drawers (at the bottom)

23.50"W
15.25" L
7.50" H

11.50" W
15.25" L
7.50" H

The manual says each drawer has a max weight of 50LBS and the product weight including tools should not exceed 800LBS

[Medwards]

We want pics! :)

I've got a project going on in the garage right now. So the tools are a bit of a mess.


http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/CIMG0206.jpg
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/CIMG0212.jpg
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/CIMG0213.jpg
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/CIMG0209.jpg
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/CIMG0210.jpg
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/CIMG0214.jpg
http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/CIMG0211.jpg

[Deafautotech]

You gotta be kidding me! That is a sexy truck right there. 7.3 and 6.0 Super Dutys :thumbup:

NOOOO!! i know many ford Diesel technicians already left and got other job with better pay and steady works. i did asked them why they left ford dealership when 6.0L come out with new truck. they said 6.0L are P.O.S... also the factory of Powerstroke 6.0 almost pay very little for warranty or recall times to bill... they said it is not worth their time so they either quit or left to work for other diesel shops where some of trucks still use 7.3L powerstrokes.. they said 7.3L are best and last longer than 6.0L even they said they rather to work on 7.3L over 6.0L...

Right now i have ford diesel technician which is mine of friend, he do a lot of powerstroke engines works. he said he refused to work on 6.0L... oh well.. i never work on it before but what i see and told by other ford diesel technicians which they keep tell me to stay away as told me to stay with Cummin diesel which they said Cummins are best!!

[GSSFC]

I just started another thread on mine, but I'll add a pic here to the collection. I just picked it up tonight for $500. It is a MAC. 52" wide, 24" deep, 62" high. Now I need more tools!

[Merkava_4]

You can see the handle in the third pic.. :headscrat

D'oh!! :Homer: Wouldn't be the first time I've wasted some text. :D

[A_Pmech]

http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n177/edwardsmt/P1010006-1.jpg

Uhh, your Bridgie looks like it has half it's head blown off! :bounce:

Oh, and hell with the toolbox drawers. Let's see some more machine pr0n, pls. :)

[Skyline]

I just started another thread on mine, but I'll add a pic here to the collection. I just picked it up tonight for $500. It is a MAC. 52" wide, 24" deep, 62" high. Now I need more tools!

You suck!

Amazing deal on the box!

[bry@n]

That is a good deal on that Mac. Looks like a mb1700 with a top box.

[Medwards]

Uhh, your Bridgie looks like it has half it's head blown off! :bounce:

Oh, and hell with the toolbox drawers. Let's see some more machine pr0n, pls. :)


It's actually a Sharp and I'm replacing the belt and keys. Instead of cluttering up this thread with machine pics, I made a new thread here. http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=517155#post517155

[Doug19]

So on page 93 I posted my pictures from photobucket. How is it that my pictures reached their bandwith limit from photobucket and others even on the same page that post with photobucket haven't.

[Fins/413]

I want to know where a speed shop sticker on Elroy's tool box cme from it says American speed center ( Augusta ,Ga. ) I lived in Augusta there was only one trafic light and the town wouldnt be there if it were not for Fort Stewart military base being there. :D.


Rick

Don't you mean Fort Gordon, Fort Stewart is further south near Hazelurst.

[wantedabiggergarage]

So on page 93 I posted my pictures from photobucket. How is it that my pictures reached their bandwith limit from photobucket and others even on the same page that post with photobucket haven't.


Theirs don't receive as many visitors!?

[rwhite692]

Thanks. In all seriousness though, I think that 6.0L needs a "spouse-sanctioned for sale sign", before its out of warranty. :lol_hitti

Im sorry, Ill stop.

Post pics of the drawers up when you get everything moved in.:thumbup:

No problems whatsoever on the 07 in 192K miles thusfar...Sorry to disappoint....

[GSSFC]

That is a good deal on that Mac. Looks like a mb1700 with a top box.

That is correct. Has a MAC top box, with some old school radio and speakers in the doors.

Tim

[rwhite692]

You can see the handle in the third pic.. :headscrat

Thanks, moose... guess I was lucky, there was nothing clogging up the threads on mine...

[speed bump]

You gotta be kidding me! That is a sexy truck right there. 7.3 and 6.0 Super Dutys :thumbup:

Well considering all the guys begging their bosses to get them D'maxes over 6.0s and 6.4s in the oil fields I would stay the hell away from them. Also just going by experience almost nobody I know who has a Ford work truck with a 6.0l or a 6.4 ever bought a personal truck with one, the 6.0L probably did more to encourage Dmax and Cummins sales than any advertising Chevy or Fiatpar ever did.

I wouldn't mind having about a 97-2000 7.3L if I could find one of the mythical few that doesn't shell Injectors , glow plugs and pumps at a regular basis.

BTW I have to see if I can find it but someone shot a picture of the Rock Springs Wyo Ford dealer with 10 Haliburton 1 ton Fords all in for 6.0L work so if you like working on them the oil patch definitely has an opening for you.

[caper]

This is my gas powered compressor and gas powered stick welder:

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs094.snc1/5140_203733145343_668745343_7367068_1081080_n.jpg

I have the same welder.Love it,works real nice with the 13hp Honda engine,dead reliable and doubles as a nice size generator.:thumbup:

[JD6619A]

I have the same welder.Love it,works real nice with the 13hp Honda engine,dead reliable and doubles as a nice size generator.:thumbup:


It's an 11HP electric start Honda GX340 on mine. I havent seen a 13HP model on the GX200 2+4 not to say it doesnt exist. Yeah I like that it doubles as a 4000W generator. money well spent IMO.

[caper]

It's an 11HP electric start Honda GX340 on mine. I havent seen a 13HP model on the GX200 2+4 not to say it doesnt exist. Yeah I like that it doubles as a 4000W generator. money well spent IMO.

Your right,I had a brain fart,mine is an 11 as well.I have a 13 on my air compressor,confused the two.Hard to beat a honda as long as you remember to shut off the fuel when not in use.

[Moose-LandTran]

Well considering all the guys begging their bosses to get them D'maxes over 6.0s and 6.4s in the oil fields I would stay the hell away from them. Also just going by experience almost nobody I know who has a Ford work truck with a 6.0l or a 6.4 ever bought a personal truck with one, the 6.0L probably did more to encourage Dmax and Cummins sales than any advertising Chevy or Fiatpar ever did.

Sucks. I like 6.0s. :(

I wouldn't mind having about a 97-2000 7.3L if I could find one of the mythical few that doesn't shell Injectors , glow plugs and pumps at a regular basis.

I want an F-250. Hard (for me) to choose between a 7.3 or a 6.0.

BTW I have to see if I can find it but someone shot a picture of the Rock Springs Wyo Ford dealer with 10 Haliburton 1 ton Fords all in for 6.0L work so if you like working on them the oil patch definitely has an opening for you.

Awesome! Where do i sign?

[TruckTech]

No problems whatsoever on the 07 in 192K miles thusfar...Sorry to disappoint....

Then good for you my friend. Youre one of the lucky ones. The 6.0 front end does look better, Ill give it that. :thumbup:

I wouldn't mind having about a 97-2000 7.3L if I could find one of the mythical few that doesn't shell Injectors , glow plugs and pumps at a regular basis.


Properly maintained 7.3Ls dont do that. Most people dont understand how important oil quality is on a HEUI engine.

[Taylor J.]

Hi guys, Kinda new here.
I came across this thread and was hooked:)
Here are my boxes
And a few of my projects.

You guys have a great board, Cheers:beer:

[yogitech]

Just some pictures of my setup on a VERY slow day at work... Mark

(sorry about the crappy cell phone quality pictures)...

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[Canadian Charlie]

Hey Yogitech, nice set of tools. You just made me cream my jeans:bounce:

[vette-kid]

Hi guys, Kinda new here.
I came across this thread and was hooked:)
Here are my boxes
And a few of my projects.

You guys have a great board, Cheers:beer:

I think I might steal your car!:bounce:

[yogitech]

Hey Yogitech, nice set of tools. You just made me cream my jeans:bounce:

ah.. thanks, I guess:thumbup: Been working at a Ford dealer for the past 4yrs. All quality "off" brands. Only two Snappy items... :(

[Canadian Charlie]

I love looking at tool boxes full of tools

[billymade]

What brand/model of roll away is that?

[yogitech]

What brand/model of roll away is that?

It's a Mountain MTN31172bk. Very strong construction with 27-7/8" inside dawer depth... Lots of storage at a VERY reasonabl price!!

[myslow2002gt]

Here's a few updated pictures of some of the drawers:

[myslow2002gt]

A few more:

[Wesley B]

Damn Myslow that is one beautiful setup. I see you have snap on and cornwell combinations which one do you like better?

[myslow2002gt]

Damn Myslow that is one beautiful setup. I see you have snap on and cornwell combinations which one do you like better?

Honestly, I like them both 'equally'. I don't wrench for a living, so I unfortunately don't have the true test of using them everyday to know which feels better in the hands for the long run. With that said though, I'd put Cornwell and Snap On on the very top for quality wrenches... I really like the extra long length of the Cornwells (which is why I bought them) and I really like the Snap On flank drive plus wrenches. The Cornwell wrenches have a slightly better finish from the factory, and are narrower in the beam than the Snap On's if that's what you're looking for. :)

[Wesley B]

Well you have a very very very nice setup for not being a pro.:drool:

[fordracing200]

No problems whatsoever on the 07 in 192K miles thusfar...Sorry to disappoint....

the 7.3 was a reliable motor, but it was awfully slow. Some 6.0ls are good, some are junk, They are pretty quick however, even in stock form, and with an SCT programmer, they'll run in the 13s. a stock 6.0L will run down and kill a 7.3 with a 140hp race tune, exhaust, and intake, where as a 6.4L with exhaust/intake/tune will make 5-600rwhp and 12-1300rw ft lbs of torque, their is a guy on thedieselgarage.com with 1513 rw foot pounds of torque with just intake/exhaust/tune/downpipe/maybe nitrous (dont qoute me on the spray comment) and 6xx hp, all with a stock driveline

[bry@n]

the 7.3 was a reliable motor, but it was awfully slow. Some 6.0ls are good, some are junk, They are pretty quick however, even in stock form, and with an SCT programmer, they'll run in the 13s. a stock 6.0L will run down and kill a 7.3 with a 140hp race tune, exhaust, and intake, where as a 6.4L with exhaust/intake/tune will make 5-600rwhp and 12-1300rw ft lbs of torque, their is a guy on thedieselgarage.com with 1513 rw foot pounds of torque with just intake/exhaust/tune/downpipe/maybe nitrous (dont qoute me on the spray comment) and 6xx hp, all with a stock driveline

Let's see how long it takes before he grenades the tranny and is at Brians Truck Stop for a new one. I agree, the 7.3 wasn't very fast but was reliable. Had an awful cackle cause of the injectors though. The 6.0 wasn't bad as far as speed, but the more hp/ tq you put at it, the heads became a concern. The 6.4, I have no idea. I know my neighbor has one and likes it. He hasn't done anything.

I went right from my 7.3 to a Cummins HO. The difference was noticable. Like many, I was running a 140hp chip, stacking with a edge box and intake, bigger down pipe and exhaust.

[fordracing200]

Let's see how long it takes before he grenades the tranny and is at Brians Truck Stop for a new one. I agree, the 7.3 wasn't very fast but was reliable. Had an awful cackle cause of the injectors though. The 6.0 wasn't bad as far as speed, but the more hp/ tq you put at it, the heads became a concern. The 6.4, I have no idea. I know my neighbor has one and likes it. He hasn't done anything.

I went right from my 7.3 to a Cummins HO. The difference was noticable. Like many, I was running a 140hp chip, stacking with a edge box and intake, bigger down pipe and exhaust.

HO common rail? The stock transmission is fine. Don't do 15 minute burnouts and you'll be fine. I've got a factory tech valve body in mine and never had a problem, especially with those tire howling 1-2 shifts :bounce:

[TruckTech]

The 6.4, I have no idea. I know my neighbor has one and likes it. He hasn't done anything.


Tell him not to. Even just a DPF back exhaust will set an engine light for the EBP sensor. :shocking:

[SCguy]

Okay, I have already posted pics of my toolbox, so I won't repeat those, but here are pics of my new KRB3CT!

With the cart loaded like this, I can roll it to another bay and do 90% of jobs without having to run to my box for anything.

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e94/SCbassboy/063009_085400.jpg

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(I know my tools are dirty, I don't always have time to clean my tools at work)

RD

[Diesel_Crawler]

Okay, I have already posted pics of my toolbox, so I won't repeat those, but here are pics of my new KRB3CT!

With the cart loaded like this, I can roll it to another bay and do 90% of jobs without having to run to my box for anything.

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e94/SCbassboy/063009_085400.jpg




I don't see any Combo wrench's Do you use the long box ends on top for everything?

[SCguy]

I rarely use combo wrenches. I mainly use sockets or my SK XXL G-Pro flex ratcheting wrenches. They rock for anything, especially brakework and belts.

RD

[caper]

The 6.4, I have no idea. I know my neighbor has one and likes it. He hasn't done anything.


We have a new 6.4 company truck with less than 5k on it that went caught fire a couple weeks ago.Got the fire out and had it towed to the dealer,found out it was also 5 litres over full of oil(diesel in the base).Have heard of 4 others that have caught fire in the last month,one of them an ambulance carrying a heart patient.

[Deafautotech]

We have a new 6.4 company truck with less than 5k on it that went caught fire a couple weeks ago.Got the fire out and had it towed to the dealer,found out it was also 5 litres over full of oil(diesel in the base).Have heard of 4 others that have caught fire in the last month,one of them an ambulance carrying a heart patient.

wow!! i do service some of Ford's power stroke engines but i always look at ford's technical website and see how many oil quarts it hold.. so i pout to that max then check the oil level before start it. then check a dipstick again to make sure it is middle of level or near a max level not overfill.. i hate the overfill...

[Jared]

I think he means the base is filling with diesel fuel.

[Deafautotech]

I think he means the base is filling with diesel fuel.

oh... but why not there is a recall for diesel leaking?? i know ford has bigger recall about brake fluid that can set a fire itself... that recall has put double fused wirings to prevent the heat and burn up a wiring near the brakes..

[billymade]

SCguy, your tools on the top/bottom are not secured/locked; is this a issue in your shop? The body shop I worked before; I didn't trust anyone and locked everything... every nite. Are your tools safe at nite? Just curios... :)

[bry@n]

Wow, fuel leaking into the pan. I know Ford had this issue with the 6.0's but not the 6.4's. What is funny is that Navistar/ International, never had any of Ford's issues with the 6.0. They have different fuel delivery and I think that was the biggest issue. Has to be, I guess.

[Moose-LandTran]

Wow, fuel leaking into the pan. I know Ford had this issue with the 6.0's but not the 6.4's. What is funny is that Navistar/ International, never had any of Ford's issues with the 6.0. They have different fuel delivery and I think that was the biggest issue. Has to be, I guess.

The International 6.0 wasn't the same as the Ford-International 6.0?

[bry@n]

Not that I would officially know, but I have a friend who is a Navistar Tech and he was the one that informed me.

The reason why International fought Ford over the 6.0 was cause the fuel delivery is different. Ford designed the fuel delivery on the 6.0 motors for the Superduty. Navistar supposedly didn't have any of the issues Ford had in a International chasis.

I'm no expert but this guy is pretty solid and would make something like that up.

[TruckTech]

Wow, fuel leaking into the pan. I know Ford had this issue with the 6.0's but not the 6.4's. What is funny is that Navistar/ International, never had any of Ford's issues with the 6.0. They have different fuel delivery and I think that was the biggest issue. Has to be, I guess.

The International 6.0 wasn't the same as the Ford-International 6.0?

Not that I would officially know, but I have a friend who is a Navistar Tech and he was the one that informed me.

The reason why International fought Ford over the 6.0 was cause the fuel delivery is different. Ford designed the fuel delivery on the 6.0 motors for the Superduty. Navistar supposedly didn't have any of the issues Ford had in a International chasis.

I'm no expert but this guy is pretty solid and would make something like that up.

For the most part, Intl has not had as many issues as Ford. Obviously, the VT-365/6.0L had problems in general, but Fords far worse then the Intl's. And the 6.4 is the same, yet I have yet to see any issues with the Maxxforce 7. I have no proof, but heres some food for thought.

Ford 7.3 - 250 HP

Int'l T-444E - 175 - 250 HP

Both are in general very reliable engines.

Ford 6.0L - 325 HP

Int'l VT-365 - 175 - 215 HP

Hmmm, the 6.0L is widely considered a pile of junk, and the 365, though no princess, has at least from what ive seen, had fewer issues.

Ford 6.4L - 350 HP

Int'l Maxxforce 7 - 200 - 230 HP

Ford is already putting warranty shortblocks in trucks, and I have yet to see a 7 in a bay for anything other then a service.

Like I said, Ive got no proof, but do the math.

[SCguy]

SCguy, your tools on the top/bottom are not secured/locked; is this a issue in your shop? The body shop I worked before; I didn't trust anyone and locked everything... every nite. Are your tools safe at nite? Just curios... :)

Nope, we haven't had a break-in as far as I know. I would trust all my fellow employees with my life. I also live in a pretty nice town. At work, I never even take the keys out of my car, I just leave them in the ignition. I catch myself doing that in bigger cities sometimes though.


EDIT- Even if I did have a locking top and bottom, what would keep them from taking the whole cart?

RD

[TruckTech]

I rarely use combo wrenches. I mainly use sockets or my SK XXL G-Pro flex ratcheting wrenches. They rock for anything, especially brakework and belts.

RD

How long have you had those SK wrenches? I would really like a set like that, but I was wondering about how they hold up long term.

[caper]

Not that I would officially know, but I have a friend who is a Navistar Tech and he was the one that informed me.

The reason why International fought Ford over the 6.0 was cause the fuel delivery is different. Ford designed the fuel delivery on the 6.0 motors for the Superduty. Navistar supposedly didn't have any of the issues Ford had in a International chasis.

I'm no expert but this guy is pretty solid and would make something like that up.

I was certified by ford on the 6.0 and by international on the 365.There isn't a whole lot of difference between the fuel systems other than computer programming.One has electric fuel pump and the other mechanical.The biggest thing I noticed was the 6.0 would usually work good if it was actually worked and not used as a grocery getter.The 365 by the nature of the chassis it's in gets worked when used and has alot fewer issues.The majority of the problem 6.0's I've seen were driven like a car.

[SCguy]

How long have you had those SK wrenches? I would really like a set like that, but I was wondering about how they hold up long term.

Not quite sure, maybe about a year and a half? My boss has had the same set for over 2 years, no problems yet!

RD

[gatewaysysop]

Am I still in the toolbox thread or did I somehow end up in a 7.3/6.0/6.4 thread? :bounce:

[fordracing200]

Wow, fuel leaking into the pan. I know Ford had this issue with the 6.0's but not the 6.4's. What is funny is that Navistar/ International, never had any of Ford's issues with the 6.0. They have different fuel delivery and I think that was the biggest issue. Has to be, I guess.

fuel leaking into the base isn't some huge catastrophe, just a bad injector(s)...

[fordracing200]

For the most part, Intl has not had as many issues as Ford. Obviously, the VT-365/6.0L had problems in general, but Fords far worse then the Intl's. And the 6.4 is the same, yet I have yet to see any issues with the Maxxforce 7. I have no proof, but heres some food for thought.

Ford 7.3 - 250 HP

Int'l T-444E - 175 - 250 HP

Both are in general very reliable engines.

Ford 6.0L - 325 HP

Int'l VT-365 - 175 - 215 HP

Hmmm, the 6.0L is widely considered a pile of junk, and the 365, though no princess, has at least from what ive seen, had fewer issues.

Ford 6.4L - 350 HP

Int'l Maxxforce 7 - 200 - 230 HP

Ford is already putting warranty shortblocks in trucks, and I have yet to see a 7 in a bay for anything other then a service.

Like I said, Ive got no proof, but do the math.

the 6.4 is a good running motor, like with anything else, its new, first year truck with first time emissions, some had problems, over all, good trucks. nothing like that POS coolant belching 6.0l

Not that I would officially know, but I have a friend who is a Navistar Tech and he was the one that informed me.

The reason why International fought Ford over the 6.0 was cause the fuel delivery is different. Ford designed the fuel delivery on the 6.0 motors for the Superduty. Navistar supposedly didn't have any of the issues Ford had in a International chasis.

I'm no expert but this guy is pretty solid and would make something like that up.

He's wrong.

Tell him not to. Even just a DPF back exhaust will set an engine light for the EBP sensor. :shocking:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KmgiQg4G8E

its all in the electronics with new stuff, everything thats done physically or mechanically has to be accounted for through the ecm...as for the video.........stock+ intake/exhaust/programmer.....like the 35s getting punished until 40mph with no brakes?

[bry@n]

Right, I knew that. It seems to happeneing all the time though.

[vette-kid]

Am I still in the toolbox thread or did I somehow end up in a 7.3/6.0/6.4 thread? :bounce:

:withstupi I keep clicking on it to see the new posts expecting more toolbox porn...instead I get Ford/International tech:rolleyes:

:p123

[gatewaysysop]

:withstupi I keep clicking on it to see the new posts expecting more toolbox porn...instead I get Ford/International tech:rolleyes:

:p123

Thought I was the only one for a while there. :headscrat

In all seriousness, it seems like a lot of good info that is definitely in need of its own topic. Perhaps it can be moved there or a new one started so it's easier for people to find in the future?

[bry@n]

Okay, well I will get things back on track.

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/curbry/DSC03490.jpg?t=1246631470
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/curbry/DSC03491.jpg?t=1246631509

I was given this one from dad when I was a kid. It has the very first air freshener I ever bought on it. The 4 girl in bikini's in a Chevy p/u. Great box, will never part with it. It's made by MB Century from Chicago.
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/curbry/DSC03493.jpg?t=1246631546

Warrantying the slides and getting a new lock on the box. In the pic, you can see the draws from the Mac on top of a rolling project Craftsman box.
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/curbry/DSC03494.jpg?t=1246631682

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j69/curbry/DSC03495.jpg?t=1246631740

[Diesel_Crawler]

My new box came into day :bounce:

here is a pick of it, It had graphic content so I had to censor it. Other then that the green is really nice, its much better then in the photo taken with a Blackberry.

http://i593.photobucket.com/albums/tt13/Diesel_Crawler/IMG00075Cen.png

Once i get everything moved in ill take some more pictures.

[hammlm]

That is one box full of sweetness.

[Moose-LandTran]

I managed to get hold of the non censored version.. ;)

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/IMG00075UnCen.jpg

You do look a little pleased with it. Like you're saying something along the lines of "This IS SNAP-ON!!"

You look a little familiar, Diesel, do i know you from somewhere? :headscrat

[elect]

That's a heck of a box Diesel! can't wait to see it set up.

[TruckTech]

You look a little familiar, Diesel, do i know you from somewhere? :headscrat

Must just have one of those faces... :dunno:

[Diesel_Crawler]

Must just have one of those faces... :dunno:

The one only a mother could love?

[TruckTech]

The one only a mother could love?

That might be pushing it....

[Adam McLaughlin]

Isn't that face from 300 or something similar?

Adam

[GeorgiaHybrid]

Poor ole Merk is gonna have a fit. First my Kermit green monster and now yours DC. You are going to love that box when you start filling it up. Congrats on a beautiful box.

[Canadian Charlie]

My new box came into day :bounce:

here is a pick of it, It had graphic content so I had to censor it. Other then that the green is really nice, its much better then in the photo taken with a Blackberry.

http://i593.photobucket.com/albums/tt13/Diesel_Crawler/IMG00075Cen.png

Once i get everything moved in ill take some more pictures.


I don't blame you for covering your face, I would too if it was me. Imagine walking down a street and cars slowing down to have people yelling "You Suck" at me.

Congrats on your new box. Thats my dream box only in Electric Orange

[caper]

Sorry for the thread hijack with the diesel stuff guys,I started a new thread in free parking if anyone wants to continue it there.

[Diesel_Crawler]

Congrats on your new box. Thats my dream box only in Electric Orange

I wanted the Electric Orange :( They did not have one left in Canada and I would have had to wait till September to get one.

[vr6chris]

Here's my setup at work. KRL1022. Mostly filled up, but have a little room left. Took pictures of my main drawers

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z255/vr6chris11b/IMG_1755r.jpg

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z255/vr6chris11b/IMG_1762r.jpg

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z255/vr6chris11b/IMG_1761r.jpg

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z255/vr6chris11b/IMG_1763r.jpg

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http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z255/vr6chris11b/IMG_1770r.jpg

[Moose-LandTran]

Wow! Very nice!

I take it by your username and your spark plug boot release tool that you're into Veedubs, or work on them? :)

[vr6chris]

I used to, still have a 98 gti. but i own a cobra now. As for work, I am a BMW technician.

[TruckTech]

Here's my setup at work. KRL1022. Mostly filled up, but have a little room left. Took pictures of my main drawers

1. Im jealous of your box, because its the one I want (plus a work hutch).

2. Im jealous of where you work, because its clean as hell.


Why no pics of the left hand drawers? :headscrat

[vr6chris]

1. Im jealous of your box, because its the one I want (plus a work hutch).

2. Im jealous of where you work, because its clean as hell.


Why no pics of the left hand drawers? :headscrat

i also want a hutch, but me being 6'4 isnt in my favor. ill probably trade in this box within the next 2 years and get a triple bay box with riser. just dont feel like spending 3 grand on a hutch when i know im gonna have to upgrade to a triple bay box within the next few years.

all my left hand drawers have bs in them. top left is paperwork and R.O.'s. 2nd is pens, pocket screwdrivers, etc. 3rd is all my electrical tools, 4th is a parts bin, and the bottom has other misc. stuff. my lower bigger drawers, have slider hammer, bearing splitters, gear pullers, pitman, etc. also, tap and die sets, cooling system pressure tester, bolt extractors, stud removers, etc. just didnt take pictures of all them.

[Canadian Charlie]

But we still like to see pics

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

[Diesel_Crawler]

Here's my setup at work. KRL1022. Mostly filled up, but have a little room left. Took pictures of my main drawers

You must post pictures off all your drawers! If you don't you can be tared and feathered!

[walrus]

My new box came into day :bounce:

here is a pick of it, It had graphic content so I had to censor it. Other then that the green is really nice, its much better then in the photo taken with a Blackberry.

http://i593.photobucket.com/albums/tt13/Diesel_Crawler/IMG00075Cen.png

Once i get everything moved in ill take some more pictures.

Wow, thats quite a box, how much does that box cost?

[speed bump]

Here's my setup at work. KRL1022. Mostly filled up, but have a little room left. Took pictures of my main drawers



Must be the other drawers that are filled up because I have less room than that and think I have lots of room in my box.

[Diesel_Crawler]

Wow, thats quite a box, how much does that box cost?

With the stainless top, it was like 11,000.00 or something.

[Merkava_4]

Hell, that's pocket change for you diesel mechs. :D

[nissan_crawler]

My new box came into day :bounce:

here is a pick of it, It had graphic content so I had to censor it. Other then that the green is really nice, its much better then in the photo taken with a Blackberry.

http://i593.photobucket.com/albums/tt13/Diesel_Crawler/IMG00075Cen.png

Once i get everything moved in ill take some more pictures.

:drool: If you ever get that orange one and want to get rid of that green one...I would be happy to take it off your hands. :spit:

Here's my setup at work. KRL1022. Mostly filled up, but have a little room left. Took pictures of my main drawers

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z255/vr6chris11b/IMG_1763r.jpg

Mmmm, more green stuff.

[walrus]

With the stainless top, it was like 11,000.00 or something.

Wow, cheaper than I thought. That should keep your tools safe and easy to find

[Big Bad Jon]

Here's my setup at work. KRL1022. Mostly filled up, but have a little room left. Took pictures of my main drawers



http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z255/vr6chris11b/IMG_1763r.jpg



I love the green striking pry bars. I have them in red, but wanted the green to match my screwdrivers. Very nice!

[caper]

Hell, that's pocket change for you diesel mechs. :D

I think it's a myth us diesel guys get paid better than automotive guys.I definitely got paid more in automotive shops than I did as a diesel mechanic.Most diesel shops aren't flat rate.

That's an awesome color on that box diesel_crawler,I wouldn't trade it for orange.Congrats!:thumbup:

[Diesel_Crawler]

Hell, that's pocket change for you diesel mechs. :D

I am not even licensed as a Mech. I am a licensed welder :lol_hitti I am going to start apprenticing as a Diesel mech next year and i can't wait. I am getting Sick of all the fabrication and tig work. That and i feel that breathing in fumes from and engine has to be better then all the stuff i burn of rods all day, least I like the smell of gas!

But yeah my snap on guy sh!t when i cam on and gave him the brown paper bag with all the 100$ bills for it.

[Big Bad Jon]

I am not even licensed as a Mech. I am a licensed welder :lol_hitti I am going to start apprenticing as a Diesel mech next year and i can't wait. I am getting Sick of all the fabrication and tig work. That and i feel that breathing in fumes from and engine has to be better then all the stuff i burn of rods all day, least I like the smell of gas!

But yeah my snap on guy sh!t when i cam on and gave him the brown paper bag with all the 100$ bills for it.

I pay for all my tools with cash. It is funny to see the reaction of the snap on guy. For me it isn't as much that I make obscene $$ as a mechanic. I am also very lucky to have a wife that makes really decent money as a nurse.

[CamarosRus]

Electric Orange KRL1022 I recently bought for $3K........still need to decide/order/buy new socket/wrench holders and transfer tools from old boxes..............

I was SO CLOSE to ordering the 56" EXTREME combo (Bottom/Top) for $1600, but this came along. Hope I'm ultimately happy with my decision. This should be the last box I ever buy. Would be nice If I can get good resale.

(Picture shows sellers tools, which I did not buy)

Leaning toward the HANSEN socket holders, but like everything else in my life I always procrastinate and can never decide.

I picked up inside my trailer as I figured loading in/out of my pick-up was just too difficult and didnt want to hurt anything/anybody............


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[Diesel_Crawler]

Electric Orange KRL1022 I recently bought for $3K........still need to decide/order/buy new socket/wrench holders and transfer tools from old boxes..............

I was SO CLOSE to ordering the 56" EXTREME combo (Bottom/Top) for $1600, but this came along. Hope I'm ultimately happy with my decision. This should be the last box I ever buy. Would be nice If I can get good resale.

(Picture shows sellers tools, which I did not buy)

Leaning toward the HANSEN socket holders, but like everything else in my life I always procrastinate and can never decide.

I picked up inside my trailer as I figured loading in/out of my pick-up was just too difficult and didnt want to hurt anything/anybody............

That is one fine box you got there, I am sure it will do you well and you will be happy with it :bounce:

[Monte]

sweet box !!! :drool::drool::drool:

ps: Do you have a close up pic of the wheels ? :D ?

[Diesel_Crawler]

OK I got the stuff all in my new box, i don't know if it is going to stay this way i need to buy new socket rails wrench racks etc. Sorry about the high flash my shop has awful lighting for pictures. Before any one asks, i had to work in a high trafic area to the rest of the shop so alot of my stuff has blue paint on it which i am going to clean off now that i have my own bay in the corner and wont have every one walking by my bench and tool box.
Enjoy.

Updated Jul 30 2009

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[acswan]

Thats a nice setup Diesel your tool selection is so much like mine it's actually a little creepy, what make is your 3/4 drive stuff?

[Diesel_Crawler]

Thats a nice setup Diesel your tool selection is so much like mine it's actually a little creepy, what make is your 3/4 drive stuff?

Ratchet and Extensions are Snap on and the sockets are made by Gray. They were a gift from my grandfather when he Retired from caterpillar. There is on 3/4 ratchet the one with the handle still on it, i think it is made by Westward but it was free so heck why not.

[acswan]

Thanks, actually iv'e got some old Westward big wrenches in the service truck that are quite good, new stuff is overpriced Taiwan I think.Forgot to mention in other post I like the green

[Monte]

A black Metabo (?) from Walter ??

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[yogitech]

Diesel Crawler- I think your gonna have to use all that extra space as an excuse to "have" to buy more tools..!!:lol_hitti

[Diesel_Crawler]

A black Metabo (?) from Walter ??

That's a Walter 4 1/2 with the veritable speed control on it. I like it for doing the finishing work on Stainless steel or when i have to sand up 200+ parts makes my wrist not so sore.

Diesel Crawler- I think your gonna have to use all that extra space as an excuse to "have" to buy more tools..!!:lol_hitti

Yeah I know, i have everything I want all made into a list already in the order i am buying it. printed off and in the box for ever time the Snap on man comes around.

[billymade]

Whats the deal with the ratchets with the Snapon handles; are they Bluepoint, Gray Canada or a custom Snapon handle install?

[Merkava_4]

Diesel_Crawler, go to Costco and get you some cardboard trays to keep your files in. Seeing them lay so close to the side of the drawer is making me cringe. :shocking:

This tray here is a CoffeeMate tray.
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[CamarosRus]

I'm hoping you guys dont flame me, but I'm posting these pics of my initial xfer of "tools" into my KRL1022. Not being a professional mechanic, and being cheap and frugal I never went with ALL SnapOn or MAC.

This is my lifetime hodge podge collection. I laid the Snap-On Rachets on top just so you see. I also have 12 pt std SnapOn combo wrenches. Are not 6pt going to be better for my newly plated Camaro bolts (show car restoration)

I also need to learn how best to replace missing sockets and wrenches.

I really dont want to start over, dont have any specific budget, but would like to add some of your "must have items"

Some of my junk tools need to "go away" and I'll be doing that. I'm just looking for good suggestions on socket holders (HANSEN?) more or different wrench holders.

Also thinking about box end (both end) gear wrenches or ???

Anyway, here goes ........................




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[-B-]

Diesel_Crawler it is all good you have metric tape measures !

Do not put files in cardboard boxes cardboard hols moisture and will kill the files faster than incidental hits against the box. Your storage of you files is just fine do not others tell you other wise. I have twice as many in a draw 1/ 4 the size as long as they are not clanging around from movement they will out last you.

[Diesel_Crawler]

Diesel_Crawler, go to Costco and get you some cardboard trays to keep your files in. Seeing them lay so close to the side of the drawer is making me cringe. :shocking: This tray here is a CoffeeMate tray.
How does putting them in a slipery cardboard box make them "Clang" together less? :headscrat The lines that came with the box are super nice nothing moves a 1mm even when i was pushing the box around. Were it is right now is were it stays, the only thing moving is the drawer in and out and there super smooth!


I'm hoping you guys dont flame me, but I'm posting these pics of my initial xfer of "tools" into my KRL1022. Not being a professional mechanic, and being cheap and frugal I never went with ALL SnapOn or MAC.

This is my lifetime hodge podge collection. I laid the Snap-On Rachets on top just so you see. I also have 12 pt std SnapOn combo wrenches. Are not 6pt going to be better for my newly plated Camaro bolts (show car restoration)
People who would "Flame you" over showing us your tools are idiots and have not right to say anything or be taken seriously. we are all people with a mutual Interest each of us having out own to share and we can all learn alot from each other.

You have lots of nice tools there, there work well for you :thumbup: Glad you shared with us!!!

As for holding your sockets, I just could not like the Henson socket trays i ordered myself enough of these to replace all my socket rails.

EDIT: will post link when crap on's site is up :lol_hitti


Diesel_Crawler it is all good you have metric tape measures !

Do not put files in cardboard boxes cardboard hols moisture and will kill the files faster than incidental hits against the box. Your storage of you files is just fine do not others tell you other wise. I have twice as many in a draw 1/ 4 the size as long as they are not clanging around from movement they will out last you.

Some of those files are 10+ years old and still going strong! I don't get how putting them in a cardboard box is going to help them from sliding around yet still :headscrat

[Big Bad Jon]

Diesel_Crawler, go to Costco and get you some cardboard trays to keep your files in. Seeing them lay so close to the side of the drawer is making me cringe. :shocking:



Come on Merk, if you cant drop it on the floor or scratch the inside of the box it isn't worth having.
Just like what I did with my F80 when I bought it. I dropped it on the floor to scratch the handle. At least I know where the first scratch came from. :bounce:

[caper]

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Diesel_Crawler,the snappy hard handle ratchets shown here are strange looking.Did you perform a handle-ectomy on them?Don't recall ever seeing a Snappy with that head style.:headscrat

[Rusty Kustoms]

I just took some pictures for new insurance since my tools are now at home. I figured that I should do an update here as well.
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[SpiderGearsMan]

starting you're own business ?

[Rusty Kustoms]

Just getting out of a partnership, no money to go on my own right now. I do alot of side jobs run through another shop plus a normal 40hr./week job.

[jhn9840]

Rusty thats a nice set up you have. Just curious as to what the yellow bands are for on alot of your tools.

jhn9840
John

[Rusty Kustoms]

The yellow is so that I know they are mine, it is not as fail safe as engraving but it has always suited my needs.

[TruckTech]

The KRL1022 has been my dream box for awhile, and with all the pics of them the last few pages, Ive had 1022's on the brain.

And what do I see on the SO truck today, but a brand spanking new KRL1022. Candy apple red, not my favorite color , but he made me an offer I couldnt refuse. Lets just say it invoved a $4,000 trade in on a box I spent $2,000 on, and $1,000 off list from the get go. I caved.

Pics very soon.

[Diesel_Crawler]

The KRL1022 has been my dream box for awhile, and with all the pics of them the last few pages, Ive had 1022's on the brain.

And what do I see on the SO truck today, but a brand spanking new KRL1022. Candy apple red, not my favorite color , but he made me an offer I couldnt refuse. Lets just say it invoved a $4,000 trade in on a box I spent $2,000 on, and $1,000 off list from the get go. I caved.

Pics very soon.

Seems to be alot of those "good deals" on the truck. I got 1500$ off mine plus i pay no Interest over the 4 years i financed it. saved me around another 4500$ with 0% on it :bounce:

Also I can't wait for the pictures! i have never seen a Candy apple red before!

[TruckTech]

Seems to be alot of those "good deals" on the truck. I got 1500$ off mine plus i pay no Interest over the 4 years i financed it. saved me around another 4500$ with 0% on it :bounce:

Also I can't wait for the pictures! i have never seen a Candy apple red before!

Damn, no interest?!?!?

Ill be paying less then $1000 over my 3 years according to the math, but Ill be paying more then I have to each week.

The candy apple is just a darker red. Not as much orange in it I believe?

When it was all said and done, I walked away with the box for about $2,800, and added my $400 truck bill into so Id only have to make 1 payment.

[Paumanok]

TruckTech, congrats on the new box, can't wait for pics:beer:

DieselCrawler, awesome box man! I too can't believe your 4 year 0% deal that is sweet. Guys, check my thread "help w/possible KRL1023" as I'm looking to buy very soon and could use some feedback before I seal the deal. Thanks and congrats on some sweet boxes:thumbup::beer:

[bry@n]

Congrats. I am interested in that red as well.

[CamarosRus]

Where is a good source of misc sized plastic trays or ??? to hold misc items inside my KRL drawers.


Thanks for specifics or links!!!!!!!

[Paumanok]

Man, there have been lots of SO box purcases lately. Here is another one:bounce: I bought my KRL1023APCM today. Upgraded from a 5 drawer craftsman top box, I aslo was using a few drawers in a Husky top and bottom. Plus tools were randomly scattered throughout my shop/truck/home. I love this box:thumbup: I will post pics a soon as I have a free minute.

[bry@n]

Congrats on the new box. Can't wait to see the pics.

[Diesel_Crawler]

Where is a good source of misc sized plastic trays or ??? to hold misc items inside my KRL drawers.


Thanks for specifics or links!!!!!!!

Don't worry about that we need the pictures now!

[TruckTech]

Im uploading this while driving to Minneapolis, so Ill upload the drawer pics later, but heres the teaser.

http://i384.photobucket.com/albums/oo281/ClarkFeikema/Random/DSCN0328.jpg

The top box is an old SO road chest im in the process of restoring. Maybe Ill paint it to match now??

[Diesel-Mech]

Nice looking box Trucktech, could you show come pics of the hanger you are using on that Lisle plastic creeper?

[TruckTech]

Nice looking box Trucktech, could you show come pics of the hanger you are using on that Lisle plastic creeper?

I dont have a close up pic. Ill be back at work on Tuesday, so nothing until then.

Its this Snap-on hanger. (http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=storage&item_ID=692&group_ID=74&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog)

I used a piece of double sided tape/foam (not sure what its called, but we put it on new trucks to help with rubbing problems) to secure it to the middle, and protect the finish.

And just for the record, its a Lisle creeper with a MAC sticker on it. :bounce:

[Diesel-Mech]

Thanks for the info, I have been trying to find a hanger that would work for mine which happens to be a Lisle creeper with a MATCO sticker on it.:lol_hitti

[TruckTech]

Thanks for the info, I have been trying to find a hanger that would work for mine which happens to be a Lisle creeper with a MATCO sticker on it.:lol_hitti

Should work perfect. I put the 2 rods in the center and hang it by the bottom, but some guys at my shop will put them at the far edges and hang the creeper by the middle grab handles. It works, but you have to force the creeper onto the hooks.

[Merkava_4]

Candy apple red, not my favorite color , but he made me an offer I couldnt refuse.

Get the Margards for it - they look damn good on a candy apple box. Get the brushed finish.

http://www.margards.com/MT_product.html

[elect]

That's a great looking box.It definitely is a deeper red I like it a lot better then the regular red.Can't wait for drawer pics.

[X1 Mike]

Some of my junk tools need to "go away" and I'll be doing that. I'm just looking for good suggestions on socket holders (HANSEN?) more or different wrench holders.

Also thinking about box end (both end) gear wrenches or ???

Anyway, here goes ........................


If you are looking for socket holders you may want to try the lock a socket trays. I bought mine through Matco but I think everyone sells them. The thing I like is I can customize sizes and take all the sockets to the job. The pictures I have are bad but it does show they will hold upside down. I have a couple of these so I can keep metric and SAE seperate.

[CamarosRus]

Can "somebody" please expand on this MATCO item and/or say what other brand markets same part.

Does the above tray come with the five rows of holders, or was this made up from single row holders ????????

Thanks for better pictures?

[X1 Mike]

Can "somebody" please expand on this MATCO item and/or say what other brand markets same part.

Does the above tray come with the five rows of holders, or was this made up from single row holders ????????

Thanks for better pictures?

I'm not sure who makes them for Matco but I have seen them on the S-O truck also. It is five rows, I believe they come 2 1/2" 2 3/8" and 1 1/4" I set mine up for 1 1/4" row 3 3/8" row and 1 1/2" row. When you put the socket on you give it a quarter turn to lock it. If I remember right I paid around $55.00 for mine.


http://www.matcotools.com/Catalog/toolcatalog.jsp?cattype=T&cat=2445&page=9