Recent content by red_ryders

I'm looking for a lock for MBC Century and MATCO toolboxes. The PO knocked out the cylinders and didn't leave any of the latch components. Also could use a Chicago Lock company key WP5 and WP24 for a 67 Mac Tools set I bought.

I just figured out that the OP found the stamp on the front lower LH side of that chest. I didn't look closely there, expecting it to be on the side like my top box (or on the back like my MAC 1700/1710 combo, pretty sure my older Matco is on the back, too). Looked very closely at the bottom LH...

Thanks scrounge - that's just the info I was looking for. I'll start chasing the right ones down. FXR - I'm not convinced those are the original handles but they are older with a thick chrome finish. I referred to S-O because I thought it might help in the parts search. I was able to find the...

Tagging along with a request on repair or parts needs for a new to me MBC box. I just purchased this box and top chest full of tools - some vintage, some newer. It has keys for both top and bottom and the slides work great (much better than an older Matco I have with a similar top chest and...

Looking for an original K1214 (or two) and K1275 toolbox key. I know I can get replacements cut (eBay, etc.) but would like to find an original if I can. Just bought the box and the week prior, the PO broke the key.

I use my 1/2 for lug nut removal frequently and last week my truck required one to release the tension on the serpentine belt (just the ratchet was needed to change the belt). This may not be a "perfect" set (what is when you need a speciality tool?) but IMHO, is is a very good starter kit, has...