Fold-flat Rolling Mechanics Cart?

[Spta97]

I've been wanting a rolling mechanic's cart when I do work in my driveway. My garage is too small to work on the car and space is extremely limited so I don't even have space to have a regular rolling cart (had to sell the one I had).

Is anyone aware of a rolling mechanic's cart which folds flat that I can store under my car?

Something like this would do it but I want raised edges rather than a flat top (else, everything will fall off).

I'd even be willing to forgo the wheels so I can have a place to store tools/accessories when I am working on the car.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CWX26Y/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[WhoWhatNow]

I use one of these. It is not going to support a transmission, but for hand tools and small parts it works great.

Olympia Tools 85-189 Pack N Roll Collapsible Service Cart, XL, 300LB Capacity, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FNTYX82/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[danski0224]

This is the only folding or collapsible tool/utility cart that I know of. It probably won't actually fit under your car.

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[tyyost]

I use one of these. It is not going to support a transmission, but for hand tools and small parts it works great.

Olympia Tools 85-189 Pack N Roll Collapsible Service Cart, XL, 300LB Capacity, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FNTYX82/?tag=atomicindus08-20

My IT guys at work love those carts. They are great for moving small things between locations. I wouldn’t replace a tool cart with one, but would be great to stow parts on when working in the garage.

 

[Spta97]

This is the only folding or collapsible tool/utility cart that I know of. It probably won't actually fit under your car.

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Thanks that would be perfect if not for the collapsible height (too tall).

 

[Zewnten]

Have the dewalt folding contractor table. Supposed to hold 1000lb without issue. I've had it pretty loaded down and it's been fine. Held up to hydraulic oil and brake clean fine too

 

[cbracer]

That one you pictured by Keter is really really heavy for what it is. I've seen a lighter one that I preferred but don't recall what brand it was. Sorry. I'm a fan of Keter products, but not that one.

 

[Spta97]

Have the dewalt folding contractor table. Supposed to hold 1000lb without issue. I've had it pretty loaded down and it's been fine. Held up to hydraulic oil and brake clean fine too

That one would be fine except it has a flat top. Want to get one with raised sides so things don’t fall out/roll away.

 

[qdvuu]

Why not use a card table and put a lip around the edges. Attach wheels on the legs, of course.

 

[qdvuu]

I use one of these. It is not going to support a transmission, but for hand tools and small parts it works great.

Olympia Tools 85-189 Pack N Roll Collapsible Service Cart, XL, 300LB Capacity, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FNTYX82/?tag=atomicindus08-20

We have several of these at work for collecting dirty coffee cups and snack dishes and they aren't very sturdy for much more.

 

[Pig_Pen]

I was after the exact same thing and bought one of these. I pop the legs out and roll it underneath my boat so it’s out of the way.

H Wilson E Series 18 in. W x 35 in. L 2-Tub Shelf Utility Cart, Black EC11-B - The Home Depot

Do your automotive work easily and quickly with the help of this highly durable H Wilson 5-E Series W x L Shelf Utility Cart Black.

www.homedepot.com

 

[Spta97]

I was after the exact same thing and bought one of these. I pop the legs out and roll it underneath my boat so it’s out of the way.

H Wilson E Series 18 in. W x 35 in. L 2-Tub Shelf Utility Cart, Black EC11-B - The Home Depot

Do your automotive work easily and quickly with the help of this highly durable H Wilson 5-E Series W x L Shelf Utility Cart Black.

www.homedepot.com

How hard is it to disassemble/put together?

 

[Pig_Pen]

The legs are just friction fit, no tools involved. Less than a minute to assemble or disassemble. I forgot to mention that the bottom part makes a nice tool creeper too.

 

[KnurledNut]

Not heavy duty, but something like the Drive Medical Pivot and Tilt Adjustable Overbed Table might work. 40lb capacity.

 

[Spta97]

The legs are just friction fit, no tools involved. Less than a minute to assemble or disassemble. I forgot to mention that the bottom part makes a nice tool creeper too.

Thanks I’ll look into it!

 

[Spta97]

Not heavy duty, but something like the Drive Medical Pivot and Tilt Adjustable Overbed Table might work. 40lb capacity.

I’ll check it out - thanks!

 

[danski0224]

There are many styles of "folding table legs". You can make your own.

The folded height limitations and a lip/barrier around the perimeter point to a diy solution.

 

[Zewnten]

That one would be fine except it has a flat top. Want to get one with raised sides so things don’t fall out/roll away.

Add some aluminum angle to it for a rim

 

[Spta97]

Add some aluminum angle to it for a rim

Good idea. However, since this will be under my car I am looking to see if I can find something plastic as not to damage anything if I place it incorrectly.

 

[Zewnten]

Google spyware showed me this ad, I'm assuming based on this thread. Not very strong but seems to have what you want. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M0V5PWA/?tag=atomicindus08-20.

 

[Spta97]

Google spyware showed me this ad, I'm assuming based on this thread. Not very strong but seems to have what you want. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M0V5PWA/?tag=atomicindus08-20.

Thanks for posting - I was looking at that cart when I sold my craftsman.

Unfortunately the folding height is 8" which would not fit under my X3.

I'll have to take a look to see if there is any wall space left where I can store that as it ticks all the boxes.

 

[Crazyjake8493]

Thanks for posting - I was looking at that cart when I sold my craftsman.

Unfortunately the folding height is 8" which would not fit under my X3.

I'll have to take a look to see if there is any wall space left where I can store that as it ticks all the boxes.

I don't think you'll get any flatter than that unless you custom build something.

Those aren't heavy so they'll hang on the wall just fine.

 

[danski0224]

Unfortunately the folding height is 8" which would not fit under my X3.

Even folding table legs, plywood and whatever lip you want around the top is certainly going to be at least 4". Folding banquet table legs are around an inch or so by themselves.

 

[Spta97]

I don't think you'll get any flatter than that unless you custom build something.

Those aren't heavy so they'll hang on the wall just fine.

I did some measuring and looks like I can fit it in the corner if I move my jack forward some so I ordered it.

Was also looking at this one but figure I will try the first to see how it does. What I like about it is the velcro strip which holds it together when stored - other one had complaints about it unfolding while in the stored position (will have to use bungee cords to prevent damage to my car).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C5J6MCGM/?tag=atomicindus08-20