Let's see your toolbox.
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skeletonizer
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Well I finally moved out of my cramped little road box. I committed the ultimate sin and bought a harbor freight roller for less than $300.
1/2" stuff. Old snappy inch sockets, new C-man metrics, a few old C-man deeps.
3/8" and 1/4", got some new (to me) Snap-on demilitarized goodies to go with the stuff I bought back in the early 90's
Inch wrenchs. C-man box and opens with a mix of US made Blue Points and Snap-on.
Nearly empty metric wrench drawer, probly get a set of C-man raised panels for my B-day in June.
Pliers.
My old Hard Handles. Picked a couple demilitarized ones to fill the gaps.
Husky nut drivers with a few old Snap-on. I am one of those wierdos that uses nut drivers quite often.
Snap-on hard handle hex drivers. They are old military and pretty beat.
How about that hand carved hammer handle?
Air tools aren't in the box. All Husky (a gift
) except the 3/8" impact which is Snap-on.
Sadly everything I have is stuffed in this road box right now. The shop will be done soon though. I'm tire of having to dig around every time I need something and it is overfull.
1/2" stuff. Old snappy inch sockets, new C-man metrics, a few old C-man deeps.
3/8" and 1/4", got some new (to me) Snap-on demilitarized goodies to go with the stuff I bought back in the early 90's
Inch wrenchs. C-man box and opens with a mix of US made Blue Points and Snap-on.
Nearly empty metric wrench drawer, probly get a set of C-man raised panels for my B-day in June.
Pliers.
My old Hard Handles. Picked a couple demilitarized ones to fill the gaps.
Husky nut drivers with a few old Snap-on. I am one of those wierdos that uses nut drivers quite often.
Snap-on hard handle hex drivers. They are old military and pretty beat.
How about that hand carved hammer handle?
Air tools aren't in the box. All Husky (a gift
) except the 3/8" impact which is Snap-on.
SMKS
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Just your basic HF toolbox.
RbrtAWhyt
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Well I finally moved out of my cramped little road box. I committed the ultimate sin and bought a harbor freight roller for less than $300.
Just your basic HF toolbox.
What are yalls initial impressions with those HF boxes? They seem like a great deal to me...
spartyon8
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I really like mine. It is stout, except for the lock latch that fell off. I can't get it to stay on.
TheCarbideRat
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Can you think about a Kennedy [USA made] next time?
Just my 2$. No offense intended. The HF will get you through the night.
I've seen them.
[I have 23 years pro wrenching].
Just my 2$. No offense intended. The HF will get you through the night.
I've seen them.
[I have 23 years pro wrenching].
Mickey O
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I don't think I ever posted the inside of my tool boxes, here's a pic, the rest of the drawers look the same*.
* Okay I lied but boy that foam makes things look nice.
1oldtimer
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Deafautotech
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woohooo 2nd post in 4 years!!!
yea it's purple......but it's called "blue"
wow... what do you have in your box? i dont see much of narrow drawers???
SMKS
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I've been pretty satisfied. I only paid $279+tax. I had looked at them in the store and my friend has one. You'll also find a lot of positive comments on them here on the forum.
It did have one bad caster. I ended up calling the customer service line and they sent me a replacement. I think it's probably the best item at HF. I don't think I could have found a $300 tool box nearly this large or quality anywhere around here.
Before someone says it, there are no good toolbox bargains in my area. I check craigslist every day and I haven't seen the magical Snap-On bargains others talk about.
if you notice the locker has mirror finished stainless steel. i designed and custom made those. snap on does not sell them. i am making some more for the box lower and upper section. also for the hutch, upper section to match the stainless from locker. and inside where the led lights will be hanging from. and also hi. im new to the forums.
spartyon8
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Here is my little DIY box:
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05firecatf7black
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lmao. i've never seen so many adjustables in one place. lol. you have a thing for multi coloured tools for sure. Great looking set but those adjustables are something elseAnyone care to beat that adjustable wrench collection ^^??
05firecatf7black
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I think i counted 55. Thats awesome.
crewchief888
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my suggestion is to buy the biggest box you can afford to pay cash for.
as you accumulate tools, you'll see what you like and dont like about the boxes you have. i started out with 26" wide kennedy boxes, and added on center sections, and a side box from there. most of my early stuff got traded in on larger SO boxes, after trying a couple other truck brands, and not being happy with them.
buy boxes and tools that are readily available to you, that way when warranty issues come up, you'll have better luck, and probably be happier in the long run. it takes time to accumulate/collect tools, dont rush out and buy everything at once, you'll end up with a stuff you'll never use, and ther will always be something you need
BTW welcome to the forum
sawatch
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How do you know which one to use?
"05firecatf7black
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green is metric, red is imperial, and blue is universal.lol
GeorgiaHybrid
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Thats a **** setup! I want to spec out my 7023 like that. Love the matching too cart
If only he had it painted green.........
It looks like a reverse of mine...
Here is my little DIY box:
Those cutouts look very professional. However what happens when you buy a new tool? The whole arrangement needs to be redone??
05firecatf7black
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I was thinking the same thing. I move my around too much to bother with cutouts
unkamort
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Howdy! I'm posting here as a sort of introduction, and to thank kblazer87 for his help and patience that made for a smooth deal in the purchase of the last piece of my stack.
Its' a lifetime collection, 67 drawers, estimated weight 1800lbs. I'v had a good time reading along here, and really enjoy seeing the shop build outs. I live in the inner city, and my space isn't big enough to cuss the cat without getting fur in your mouth. Keep up the good work! I might chime in if I think I have something to offer.
Its' a lifetime collection, 67 drawers, estimated weight 1800lbs. I'v had a good time reading along here, and really enjoy seeing the shop build outs. I live in the inner city, and my space isn't big enough to cuss the cat without getting fur in your mouth. Keep up the good work! I might chime in if I think I have something to offer.
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1oldtimer
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a lot of tools set and testing equipment in the blow molded cases, i didn't choose the drawer config. i bought it used, it came with top hutch, bottom box, cover and matching cart for $4000 in 2001 (box was made in 1999). i wanted just a 3 bay but the trucks wanted $10k and there was no used ones. ended up taking some stuff home (my old snap on taco cart and craftsman top box are at home) that i'm not going to use at the new job (3 years new
) with the thought of more 3/4, 1" drive stuff and 1 1/8" and larger wrenches. and the last deal was a IR 261 in great condition (almost new) for $40 at the roadster swapmeet last year 
.Diesel_Crawler
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a lot of tools set and testing equipment in the blow molded cases, i didn't choose the drawer config. i bought it used, it came with top hutch, bottom box, cover and matching cart for $4000 in 2001 (box was made in 1999). i wanted just a 3 bay but the trucks wanted $10k and there was no used ones. ended up taking some stuff home (my old snap on taco cart and craftsman top box are at home) that i'm not going to use at the new job (3 years new
This is all lies unless we get pictures
thanks dude. i was digging the green aswell but i love the orange. really stands out in the shop. i am getting some custom stainless steel mirror finish made because the snap on trimmings go for 500+ bux for five pieces! insane. the locker has some and i made another set when i get the other side locker. i will be posting pics of it when its all done. also, the rooler cart will have some on the handles and i will make a stainless steel top with the "S" etched on it. that way i can work on it and not worry about the top getting scratched! i see some nice setups here!
and i dont think i can beat the amount of adjustable wrenches that dude has! dear god!
and i dont think i can beat the amount of adjustable wrenches that dude has! dear god!
heh, the locker will have to wait a little longer.
i bought the box as is, basically brand new, off ebay for cheeeeap a couple years ago. so luckily its been paid off since day one, but ive been trying to fill it with quality tools ever since, and mainly snap on, so far thats been eating my money every month. but getting down to the expensive basics right now (chrome sockets, extensions...) soon enough a locker will be mine.
Moose-LandTran
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It's amazing. I love it.
I bet you'd like my yellow set of screwdrivers in there!
yes. yes i would.
sadly i started my tool collection as a clueless 21 yearold, i took whatever my dealer handed me not even knowing i could be so selective.
Here are the two images that for some reason are not showing up on my earlier post.
Thanks for the comments on my post.
Sterff the coating on the wrenches is what is called plasti coat which the company has done. Klein, diamond, diamalloy, truecraft, malco, fuller, and channel lock just to name a few of the brands that I have.
Mugen AP1 thanks for that comment but I don't think I would take a left nut for hard handle collection.
Thanks for the comments on my post.
Sterff the coating on the wrenches is what is called plasti coat which the company has done. Klein, diamond, diamalloy, truecraft, malco, fuller, and channel lock just to name a few of the brands that I have.
Mugen AP1 thanks for that comment but I don't think I would take a left nut for hard handle collection.