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1loudsuv

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Ok I have about 2k thinking of getting the extreme tools 55" box combo but I dunno how good the quality is.

Now I am wanting a snap on but I dunno how hard it is to get financed for one
Long story short I was laid off got a new job running a shop so I would be a new face to the snap on guy.
 
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I would have to finance the snap on off the truck since they are like 6k+ and I only have 2 cash but like I said I dunno how hard it is to get financed. I know my old guy would finance me random tool sets but never tried for anything that expensive
 
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1loudsuv said:
I would have to finance the snap on off the truck since they are like 6k+ and I only have 2 cash but like I said I dunno how hard it is to get financed. I know my old guy would finance me random tool sets but never tried for anything that expensive
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If you have a pulse, they'll probably finance a box for you.

Whether or not a $6k Snappy box is a good investment in these times and just as you start another job is another question.
 
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Weedwaka

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I would just buy the best box you can used for the 2k. Snappy will finance you but you are paying TOOOO much for it off the truck imo. 2k in these times can get you a lot.
 
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What's the interest rate from S.O. credit ???? like 18%. That's foolish !!!!!!!!!!

Either find and buy a used "tool truck" box........or buy a NEW 72" Extreme.......

They have a HEAVY 11GA model for $3K or the 900lb lighter version for around $2K
 
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Art From De Leon

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It shouldn't be too hard to find a well kept Snap On, Matco, MAC, or Cornwell box for what you are willing to spend. Even if you have to travel a couple of hundred miles, it is still better than going that far into debt for a new one.
FWIW, I traded 8 older, smaller Snap On boxes and roll cabs for my KRL1001, and traded a horse trailer for my Snap On KRL1201, so this is worth trying.
I traded an 16 foot car trailer for a Snap On IM75 impact, it never hurts to ask.
 
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I think Snap-On boxes are ridiculously overpriced. I suggest looking at Lista's cabinets. You can get them custom configured and they hold up to 400 lbs per drawer. The only downside of the Lista's is that they don't have casters.
 
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1loudsuv said:
Ok I have about 2k thinking of getting the extreme tools 55" box combo but I dunno how good the quality is.

Now I am wanting a snap on but I dunno how hard it is to get financed for one
Long story short I was laid off got a new job running a shop so I would be a new face to the snap on guy.
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Where are you located? There have been some links posted to some smoking deals lately.
 
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This the one area where SO is the best in class: they are the clear leader when it comes to tool boxes/chests.
I bought a nice one recently on CL.
 
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Vulturej

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I would look locally for a used SO or Matco tool box with $2,000.00 cash, there are allot of very good deals out there as daveblank mentioned. If you don't have any luck then I would buy the Extreme Tools tool box.
 
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As someone who just got laid off, i think your best bet is to keep the cash and make do with what you have until you have another 2 grand to spare. Otherwise find a used Snap-on box for that money. Don't finance unless you're 100% sure you have total job security until the box is paid off.
 
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If you are in the Mid Atlantic area, I have some nice boxes for sale. And I'm sure whatever area you are in, you can find a nice used box. Snap on KRL's are hard to beat and mac and matco make nice boxes also. Don't rush, you'll find what you want.
 
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Hi Shannon,

Which parts of that box are 11G steel? I'm assuming the bottom panel by the casters and maybe the top panel across the top. :dunno:
 
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CamarosRus

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7217 (17 Drawer) with 11 Gauge caster Channel and 17 Gauge/1.5mm shell weighs 1132# and costs approx $3000

7218 (18 Drawer) with no gauge specs listed weighs 908# and evidently (see above) Shannon will be doing a GJ promotion for $2000
 
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