can this MAC tool chest be fix?

[Bouchard93]

ok so im in need of bigger tools chest and be browsing craigslist daily waiting for a good deal to pop up , but there really hasnt been any except this one can the drawers be repaired at a decent cost ?

http://lexington.craigslist.org/tld/3817272976.html

 

[Zrexxer]

Anything can be repaired, but for $1000 I'd expect that box to not need fixing. Just my opinion...

 

[ed_v]

Yes, but that price is too high even if it was fixed imo.

Ed

 

[rsanter]

What's wrong with it?
Likely just the slide and maybe the slide is just poped out?
Will Mac warranty the slide if that's what it is?
Need more info
I have a tech1000 and paid $700 just for reference

Bob

 

[blindbug]

I look through the Lexington and Louisville Craigslist ads quite a bit, I think that MAC box has been listed multiple times and for a while now. Personally, I think he's over-priced, but I am not an expert on Pro-level toolboxes.

I had actually posted this one over in the craigslist thread of the hot deals section on the 23rd of this month. It was in Mount Vernon (around Louisville) and they were only asking $1000. Looks like it may have been sold though.

EDIT: Scratch that... looks like it's still available:
http://louisville.craigslist.org/tls/3813570608.html

Alternatively, here's the same toolbox as you mention above, that the guy is willing to seperate in Hodgenville... he's asking $1500 for the combo... wonder if he'd do $1000 for the main box... or maybe 1250 for the combo... looks in better shape than the one in Nicholasville.

http://louisville.craigslist.org/tls/3836175948.html

 

[Bouchard93]

thanks for all the input i have been debating just buying the 44" hf since i have a 359.99 coupon , but rather pay 500 or more for a nice top3 (snappy,mac,matco) box.

 

[Bouchard93]

also I have a nice stainless craftsman box for trade

 

[customh]

I'd be all over that Snap On if I were closer.

 

[Bouchard93]

anyone interested in doing some trading on my box?

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[nine4gmc]

$1000 is a couple HF boxes, butcher block tops and a few tools, imo....

 

[Rickster]

That one seems a bit pricey for the condition.... you have to come shopping in Detroit!

snap-on tool box 50x271/2 with keys 1000.00 obo call 734 249-1656 no email or text

matco toolbox - $1100 (hazel park)

Snap-on TOOL BOX - $1000 (Saint Claire Shores)

MAC ROLLER TOOL CHEST - $300 (Shelby Twp)

 

[Packard V8]

Yes, anything made of steel can be repaired. Helps to have a MIG and know how to use it.

No, I wouldn't pay $1000 for that box with no issues.

Maybe, be patient. The deals will eventually come to you.

jack vines

 

[mopar01]

That mac box at the bottom is a great deal. Those boxes are built like brick shithouses. Also thhat top and bottom snappy would be a great choice along wth the matco. If it were me, id buy the matco cuz that's a steal if its in good shape. Btw, I had a tech 1000 and was not impressed at all.

 

[crewchief888]

i wouldnt give him $100 for the mac the OP posted.

or maybe i would,
but he'd have to deliver and unload it.

this one belong in the "CL morons thread"

 

[srmofo]

I Have One Of The Large Mac Carts For Sale. It Has Multiple Drawers And The Slide Open Top. I Also AmAsking Less Than Half Of What That Guy Wants. Pm Me If You Are Interested.

I

 

[Lookin4'67Galaxieconv]

The words 'toolbox' and 'how much will it cost to be fixed' should never be in the same sentence.

I'd pass.

 

[rsieracki]

looks alot like the the older husky (10-12 years atleast) that i bought new with top for 899 (IIRC)... it was made by MAC/stanley for Home Depot/husky... worth that new not beat to ****/bent/broken drawers like the one the OP asked about.

 

[zkling]

thanks for all the input i have been debating just buying the 44" hf since i have a 359.99 coupon , but rather pay 500 or more for a nice top3 (snappy,mac,matco) box.

One thing that is really nice about the harborfreight box, is that it is ready to be used, no cleaning, painting, pounding back into shape needed. If you are short on time to invest fixing up a box. The ~$380 starts to look really tempting.

Anything can be repaired, but for $1000 I'd expect that box to not need fixing. Just my opinion...

Agree and unlike friction slides, I doubt you can just straighten a ball bearing slide and put it back to use. Then you get into warranty issues, since you were not the original purchaser. Not to mention all the time spent trying to get everything to line back up.

The words 'toolbox' and 'how much will it cost to be fixed' should never be in the same sentence.
I'd pass.

X 1000 I don't think there is a quicker way to waste time than trying to fix up a tool box. Then again I am FAR from a sheet metal person, so that is probably one of my problems.