I am sure I am not imagining it, but does anyone recall a tool storage system that was not a traditional box with drawers, but was instead a clam shell type case that stood vertically and had a peg board to hook style hanging system and you’d hang your tools? The two opening halves had casters, had hinges in the back, you could open and close it and I believe it was silver, maybe aluminum exterior. Almost like a giant aluminum carry on luggage except with hanging tool storage? Dying to recall what they were any help appreciated.
Does anyone remember the tool storage system
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OccupantRJ
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Search for a bifold tool box or cabinet. Greenlee makes one style of unit, but very expensive.
mreisner
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I recall seeing a video of it a few years ago. Can't remember the name.
No, that’s what made me think of it. I saw that video and recalled a giant one that had a video at a show. The entire box hinged open it was big steel cabinet and I’m pretty sure both halves had wheels and the it was loaded with tools in the video it’s driving me nuts.
Mr Ratchet
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Was it blue and had a spot for a laptop/tablet? I saw one like that on a You tube video at some sort of trade show. If I come across it I'll post it.
Dumber than lumber
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I recall seeing something similar to that C-Box, but it had an angled front lid. It was designed for someone doing field service work. Like a farmer could have a compact box of tools, etc. that was about 24" square by 40 " tall.
If someone is into over-kill that C-Box looks like the answer.
If someone is into over-kill that C-Box looks like the answer.
Dixie_Flatline
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Something like this is probably what you are talking about. They have ToolVault as well as Montezuma, I've been thinking about getting one myself to make my life a bit easier for work outside the garage. Packout boxes are good, but I am not sure I want several of them in my available space. Its a work in progress for sure.
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Agreed. Montezuma.
They look like a mountain. Well, to me they do.
plewlandsbob
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Is this the one?
zimman
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Yeah, I'd rock that. $16K
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jives
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Do you mean something like this? I made this about 10 years ago, though I still have not really organized it.
That's the one I'm guessing the OP is thinking of.
Shadow......Stealth.....I was close
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That's pretty sick. I like it!
We have a large Montezuma on a lube truck. The truck is built on a flatbed, so no built-in side boxes. Adding a quality, heavy duty drawer system would have been much more expensive.
I like the Montezuma for my application. In the shop, I find drawers much easier to use.
I do like the looks of the Shadow tool box.
I like the Montezuma for my application. In the shop, I find drawers much easier to use.
I do like the looks of the Shadow tool box.
I believe that box is made by a member here that owns the business, something motorsports?
Dixie_Flatline
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How weather resistant is it? Obviously you'd have to keep the tools wiped with a coat of oil to keep rust at bay. I'm wondering more if it will get water inside driving through a downpour.
I've used the Montezuma boxes for years on my work trucks, plus about every third pickup you see in my area has one. I have never personally had or heard of anyone getting water inside of one before.
Never really had an issue with rust either. Could be a combination of my climate plus using the tools quite a bit though. Hard saying. I think the Montezuma seals well enough to keep the elements out but not enough to condensate on the inside of the box. Humidity in your area will always make a difference though. A couple other tool boxes I have on the work truck seal up too tight and the condensation inside those boxes on hot humid days is bad enough that ratchet straps and tow straps are soaking wet, cardboard turns into a soggy and smelly mess, anything metal turns to rust, etc.
Dixie_Flatline
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We were down in Florida last month and the humidity combined with the sea air did a number on my tools as well as any exposed metal. The ends of bolts under the RV got flash rust immediately where the paint was missing. Same for the frame rails from rocks and debris pitting the finish leaving metal exposed. Some steel wool and a light coat of Gibbs had the tools back to normal. That's why I was concerned about Montezuma boxes on a truck bed, since we make the trip to FL often and I have never tried them. Not to mention it has been very humid here in TN as well in recent months. Starting to feel like Shrek living in a swamp! Rain has been a problem, and has had me checking weather stripping on all our vehicles regularly. It would be cheaper to just convince the wife we should move to Arizona. Okay, maybe not cheaper, but I do miss living in a dry climate.
Thankfully I don't get that kind of humidity where I'm at. Id think in that climate tools are going to rust regardless of what they are in. Keep em oiled up and hope for the best!