paul2112
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Did they ever offer a top box with this 72" box? Hopefully they will offer one.
New Harbor Freight 72" Massive Toolbox Review
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tooltrader
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Yes they did, but I don't remember what HF charged for it. You can see it on the Sears or Northern Tool websites.
Anyone know any where in CT or Western Mass where they have any of the 72" boxes on display locally?
I'm considering the Homak H2Pro, but the new HF box also looks interesting - but I'd really prefer to see what I'm getting first. Sounds like HF aren't going to stock in store, and we don't have any Northern Tools even close.
Both of these are fairly shallow (front to back) boxes, and I have a spot at the side of the garage they'd fit perfectly. But I'm also considering a deeper box (say 30" x72") like the Extreme box (this would fit against the back wall of the garage). Again - anyone know anywhere in this area that has this (or similar) boxes on display for local sale?
Also - anyone got the 75" Craftsman Box ( http://www.sears.com/craftsman-75inch-15-drawers-roller-cabinet-blue/p-00902821000P ). There's one of these on CL locally, and I might consider that (though he's asking a nearly new price...)
Thanks in advance
Steve
I'm considering the Homak H2Pro, but the new HF box also looks interesting - but I'd really prefer to see what I'm getting first. Sounds like HF aren't going to stock in store, and we don't have any Northern Tools even close.
Both of these are fairly shallow (front to back) boxes, and I have a spot at the side of the garage they'd fit perfectly. But I'm also considering a deeper box (say 30" x72") like the Extreme box (this would fit against the back wall of the garage). Again - anyone know anywhere in this area that has this (or similar) boxes on display for local sale?
Also - anyone got the 75" Craftsman Box ( http://www.sears.com/craftsman-75inch-15-drawers-roller-cabinet-blue/p-00902821000P ). There's one of these on CL locally, and I might consider that (though he's asking a nearly new price...)
Thanks in advance
Steve
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Wangstang
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30648641 code gets you to 999 on the box.
Wes
Wes
FOCUS.FREAK
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we need that video!
rsieracki
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According to the hf website, the new box is 22 5/16 wide(deep)
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tooltrader
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Here a video that I just took of the 72" Harbor Freight toolbox. I had to post a link to it on YouTube since I can't upload a video on GJ here.
If you have any other questions just ask. This is a hell of a buy in my opinion, especially if you can get it for $999.00 as someone else stated above.
If you have any other questions just ask. This is a hell of a buy in my opinion, especially if you can get it for $999.00 as someone else stated above.
kustom53
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I really am considering one of these...I wonder if my local stores have them?!?!
Farmall450
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Maybe someday when I have the coin, and space!
That's a great deal @ 999, I love my 44".
That's a great deal @ 999, I love my 44".
Yes, it has the black sliding latches not the grip latch.
Wangstang
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Wangstang
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Humm...Never had that problem, slide the latch with you pinkie finger and grip the rest of the drawer handle with the rest of your hand and ****...it opens. Perhaps the wide drawer on the 72 and 56 would be a problem but I've had no issues with the drawers on my 41 cabinet or the red 6 drawer cart.
Wes
Going to need to take some measurements tomorrow, but for $1000 with coupon, this box definitely seems like a steal. I've been seriously considering the 56"er, but for $300 more, this one seems like a no-brainer. My biggest concerns are if and what they'd charge for a lift-gate (seriously doubt they'd show up with this thing in a truck without a lift-gate) and if it makes more sense to go with this box or a 56 with top case. Decisions, decisions.
Edit: On a side note, I noticed on their page, the speced weight of this box is only 528 lbs. this seems incredibly light for a toolbox of this size and it kinda worries me. I wonder if it's a mistake on the page or if there were some corners cut with this new release? Most 72" boxes seems to be around 750lbs-1050lbs.
Edit: On a side note, I noticed on their page, the speced weight of this box is only 528 lbs. this seems incredibly light for a toolbox of this size and it kinda worries me. I wonder if it's a mistake on the page or if there were some corners cut with this new release? Most 72" boxes seems to be around 750lbs-1050lbs.
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For whatever it is worth, it appears that the original Harbor Freight 72 inch box is still being made by Torin China (http://torintools.en.alibaba.com/product/282026572-200681206/Industrial_Tool_Cabinet.html and http://torintools.en.alibaba.com/product/231034491-200681206/roller_cabinet.html). Although I have not set hands on the original box, I much prefer the configuration and depth of drawers (26.5 inches old vs. 19.5 inches new) than HF's new 72 inch box. If I could find the original box at the original price, I'd probably buy two or three and use them as wall cabinets (Steevo style). Anyone want to set up a group buy?? 
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DragPack69
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Alberto, have you recieved a price on the one in the link you posted?
I`d be into one also.
Truthfully, I`d like one of those monsters that niferous posted.
any idea where that photo was taken?
I prolly missed where it was from.
John
I`d be into one also.
Truthfully, I`d like one of those monsters that niferous posted.
any idea where that photo was taken?
I prolly missed where it was from.
John
No, I didn't ask them for a price quote, but it seems easy enough to do. To that one will need to add shipping, import duties, etc.
Alberto
Man, that bites that the drawer depth on this new has been cut by 7"! Really wish it was possible to still reasonably get one of those cabs. I noticed that the 72" Classic 96 cabinets from Snap-On are 555lbs and they're slightly deeper, so 528 lbs isn't as bad as I had originally thought.
peterbilr98
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i would be in i like the older one better northern does not handel it eny more
Alberto,
I'm in the ocean freight business, I could get us a good rate from Shanghai to NY, forwarding included. Only thing would be getting the boxes to each person who ordered once they're here. I have a warehouse in NJ that everyone could arrange pickup from with an LTL carrier.
We would probably need to get 10-13 toolboxes for a 20ft container, they show 26 toolboxes for a 40ft high cube.. I dont think we would find 26 definite buyers on here
Ill send them an email & get some #'s
-Kevin
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Hi Kevin,
Keep me posted on this. I'd definitely consider this option if the price is right. Maybe some top cases could count towards the needed quantity? I'd certainly be interested in one if they were reasonably priced. I guess the toughest part would be getting it home (I live in S. Florida; guess I could look into freight options). Thanks!
Larry
Wangstang
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Alberto,
I'd also be interested but I'd be very curious to hear how we handle the logistics of ordering 16 boxes only to have 8 of them show up with damage from their journey across the globe. What would be the recourse?
Wes
I'd also be interested but I'd be very curious to hear how we handle the logistics of ordering 16 boxes only to have 8 of them show up with damage from their journey across the globe. What would be the recourse?
Wes
Hi Wes
since they are selling FOB we the buyer(s) would need to insure the goods, I can get a quote on that too once the vendor gets back to me with some details. Filing a claim is a PIA though, I only do exports from the USA normally, when my customers have claims we usually just credit them if its a small amount. If it was caused by damage to the shipping container itself (being dropped from a crane, falling overboard etc) the shipping line gets involved and it takes a while to get reimbursed.
Wangstang
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Thanks.
Start a new thread over in Hot Deals once you get pricing. I suspect we could probably scrounge up enough buyers for a 40 OT or 40 HQ sized container if the pricing is good enough.
Do you have access to LTL distribution already on your end?
Edit: I'd be interested in a few of these too if the pricing is right:
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/923167542/72_Workshop_Tool_Storage_Cabinet_AX.html
These as well:
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/1039454677/Garage_or_workshop_use_combo_tool.html
And these:
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/1022940055/Find_your_style_multifunction_storage_cabinet.html
Wes
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the spyder
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I'm interested in one of the Torin 72" boxes- I almost bought one of the new ones until I saw the drawer size.
LTL distribution is not really my thing, we ship FCL loads only. I know a few LTL carriers though that I could recommend.
To be straight forward Id really just like to do this so I can get a big box for cheap & help a couple of guys do the same. Not looking to be responsible for a bunch of orders for 15-20 different people.
the links you sent for other boxes look like they ship from Guangzhou, China, which is 1000 miles from Shanghai, so that wouldn't work logistically.
Jazzman442
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I'm in if the price is right!!
Im just waiting for him to send some pricing on the tool chests
He said the drawers are rated at 50kg, which is 110 lbs. I just asked him if the larger drawers have double slides. I hope they do because 110 lbs is a bit weaker than I was hoping for, especially with a 30" deep box.
I figure we can get 6 of the bottom boxes, and they also sell a top box with drawers, a hutch & a full height side cabinet. We can fill the container with the those pieces.
He said the drawers are rated at 50kg, which is 110 lbs. I just asked him if the larger drawers have double slides. I hope they do because 110 lbs is a bit weaker than I was hoping for, especially with a 30" deep box.
I figure we can get 6 of the bottom boxes, and they also sell a top box with drawers, a hutch & a full height side cabinet. We can fill the container with the those pieces.
he got back with pricing, but its too high..
for the bottom chest $1723, that's not including shipping, customs, warehousing, trucking .. it will definitely be over $2100 each when said and done.
I was hoping he was gonna say $800 FOB or something closer to that, then it would be worthwhile.
For that kind of money I'd rather get a montezuma or extreme from strictlytoolboxes and have zero risk.
sorry guys
for the bottom chest $1723, that's not including shipping, customs, warehousing, trucking .. it will definitely be over $2100 each when said and done.
I was hoping he was gonna say $800 FOB or something closer to that, then it would be worthwhile.
For that kind of money I'd rather get a montezuma or extreme from strictlytoolboxes and have zero risk.
sorry guys
Wow sounds like they've decided to get greedy! That's a load of nonsense and probably why Northern stopped carrying them and Harbor Freight went with a different manufacturer this time around. Oh well no biggie - woulda been a cool option if the cabinet was in the $800-$900 range. For what it's worth, I was turned off last night when you mentioned the drawers are rated for 110lbs - that's much less than the current generation 72" Harbor Freight (what's the point of deeper drawers if they cant hold as much?)
I also sent an email out on this toolbox, different supplier. It looks like the Viper 72"x30" box. I asked if they have colors available besides stainless.
Worth a shot.
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/571320156/72_Inches_19_Drawers_Tool_Box.html
Worth a shot.
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/571320156/72_Inches_19_Drawers_Tool_Box.html
It's back on their website and featured at $999 on sale currently at least for me.
http://www.harborfreight.com/72-in-18-Drawer-Industrial-Roller-Cabinet-61656.html?ccdenc=eyJjb2RlIjoiNjcyMjAwMTciLCJza3UiOiI2MTY1NiIsImlzIjoiOTk5Ljk5IiwicHJvZHVjdF9p%0D%0AZCI6IjEwMzA2In0%3D%0D%0A
http://www.harborfreight.com/72-in-18-Drawer-Industrial-Roller-Cabinet-61656.html?ccdenc=eyJjb2RlIjoiNjcyMjAwMTciLCJza3UiOiI2MTY1NiIsImlzIjoiOTk5Ljk5IiwicHJvZHVjdF9p%0D%0AZCI6IjEwMzA2In0%3D%0D%0A
Hpozzuoli
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Yep this makes me sick. I think paid $100 less for my 56"...maybe $200 less at $799 or whatever it was. Dam you HF. Wish they didn't stop selling them. Hopefully everyone that needs a box jumps on these.
I've seen the Viper box in person. Very well made. Nice and deep, sturdy box. The give away to see if it is a Viper box is if the stainless top has etched measuring tape on it.
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