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MechanicNamedJohn

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I know the pic is real but it almost looks like scale model toys. Oh and you know you want to keep both.

I thought likewise. The detail on the mud on the drywall is what made me realize that it's full-scale.

LOL... I know, I thought the same thing; looks like a diorama.

Here it is with no boxes.

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Welderguy24

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As stated, just arrived off of the truck a lil while ago. Been a slack day at work so I was able to make quick work of swapping from the old to the new.

And my trade-in in front of the new:

Too early for drawer pics yet, as I've got some serious reorganizing to do. Already luvin the xtra space!

Nice box! Awesome color choice!

Sent from my Toilet using Modern Plumbing.
 

skulldrinker

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Picked up the red HF box yesterday it is replacing the black smaller cart also from HF. When I had them side by side transferring everything over I couldn't get over how much size difference there is. I'm gaining another drawer and they are all 3" deeper.
 

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kool_BOY8323

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Picked up the red HF box yesterday it is replacing the black smaller cart also from HF. When I had them side by side transferring everything over I couldn't get over how much size difference there is. I'm gaining another drawer and they are all 3" deeper.

I highly recommend going to 4 swivel casters. you don't think you need it till your tool is just out of arm's reach and you can grab the whole cart and pull it to ya. love it.
 

regguy1

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Here's my 56" Tool Vault from Strictly Tool Boxes.
I made a video review here:
 

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zkling

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Here's my 56" Tool Vault from Strictly Tool Boxes.
I made a video review here:

VERY nice setup. :drool: Really though, side handles on that top box? That seems a bit ambitious. :dunno:

What are your plans for all that open pegboard? Looks like you have a very nice shop setup. :beer:
 
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VERY nice setup. :drool: Really though, side handles on that top box? That seems a bit ambitious. :dunno:

What are your plans for all that open pegboard? Looks like you have a very nice shop setup. :beer:

The handles came with the box, forget about lifting it up! I have a microwave in the side locker. I have a few things on the pegboard but I'm going to leave it just about as is, I prefer a clean look.

see more here: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=140674&highlight=26'+30'+Garage+photos+videos
 

MikeF2316

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If I had of known you guys (well some of you guys) liked these old gray and red Craftsman boxes, I would have posted this sooner. This was my dad's.

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And what it's sitting on.

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zkling

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Mike that is a really nice setup, especially that bottom box with all the thin drawers. :drool: Hope it brings you good memories.:beer:
 

zmotorsports

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A little update on mine, this is my home shop toolbox. My work toolbox is a much smaller KRL but my employer provides a lot of the bigger stuff so not as much need for as many at work.

I added a set of SAE and Metric Snap-On ratcheting wrenches to my wrench drawer so I had to revamp the entire drawer to get everthing to fit. I also added a set of shallow Proto SAE and Metric 1/2" drive sockets so I had to crowd things a bit more in my socket drawer.

Mike.

Here is an overview of my box.
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Socket drawer. SAE on the left half and Metrics on the right.
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Ratchets. 1/4", 3/8" and then 1/2" left to right. 3/4" are in the back of the socket drawer.
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Wrench drawer. Again, SAE on the left half and Metrics on the right.
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Impact drawer with a couple of cordless tools in it. I don't have a lot of cordless, I still prefer air over cordless in most applications.
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Pliers.
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A few of the bigger wrenches.
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ADSR

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A little update on mine, this is my home shop toolbox. My work toolbox is a much smaller KRL but my employer provides a lot of the bigger stuff so not as much need for as many at work.

I added a set of SAE and Metric Snap-On ratcheting wrenches to my wrench drawer so I had to revamp the entire drawer to get everthing to fit. I also added a set of shallow Proto SAE and Metric 1/2" drive sockets so I had to crowd things a bit more in my socket drawer.

Mike.

Here is an overview of my box.
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Socket drawer. SAE on the left half and Metrics on the right.
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Ratchets. 1/4", 3/8" and then 1/2" left to right. 3/4" are in the back of the socket drawer.
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Wrench drawer. Again, SAE on the left half and Metrics on the right.
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Impact drawer with a couple of cordless tools in it. I don't have a lot of cordless, I still prefer air over cordless in most applications.
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Pliers.
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A few of the bigger wrenches.
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Pretty impressive! :thumbup:
 

MikeF2316

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Mike that is a really nice setup, especially that bottom box with all the thin drawers. :drool: Hope it brings you good memories.:beer:

Yes, I'm a big fan of those multiple shallow drawers too. He had 2 of those roller cabinets, the other one is mostly full of hardware. And I have one identical, and another one similar too!
 

John316

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Here is my new setup
.. still cleaning around the garage and filling/organizing drawers
 

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Farmall450

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A little update on mine, this is my home shop toolbox. My work toolbox is a much smaller KRL but my employer provides a lot of the bigger stuff so not as much need for as many at work.

I added a set of SAE and Metric Snap-On ratcheting wrenches to my wrench drawer so I had to revamp the entire drawer to get everthing to fit. I also added a set of shallow Proto SAE and Metric 1/2" drive sockets so I had to crowd things a bit more in my socket drawer.

Mike.

Here is an overview of my box.
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Socket drawer. SAE on the left half and Metrics on the right.
xde1vk.jpg


Ratchets. 1/4", 3/8" and then 1/2" left to right. 3/4" are in the back of the socket drawer.
e9vzhg.jpg


Wrench drawer. Again, SAE on the left half and Metrics on the right.
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Impact drawer with a couple of cordless tools in it. I don't have a lot of cordless, I still prefer air over cordless in most applications.
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Pliers.
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A few of the bigger wrenches.
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Very nice, but I believe you're leaving out a few channellocks? :dunno:

I only see one pair! :willy_nil :lol_hitti
 

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Welderguy24

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Figure it's been a year so time to do some updating. I've filled a lot of holes, got a lot of new things, and I'm never done organizing. I have recently went from a diesel tech position to a heavy towing company where I did a lot less wrenching and more car work (and towing), now back to a diesel tech job. I'm glad to be back and love the company I'm with. I'm also glad that I have really slowed down my tool buying and can start to spend on some other things. I'll never be done buying tools though. :thumbup: My new job has had me changing some things up a bit. Now I roll my box around with me wherever I go instead of leaving my box in one spot and loading into my cart for long jobs. Now I leave my cart against the wall for my chargers and less used things. I'm searching for a KRA4114 top box to free up some room in my main box, primarily electrical I think. I also have an older Mac top box that I use for a road box / home box. It either lives in the back of my pickup, my garage, or my friends shop where I do all my personal and moonlight work.

For some pics of what I work on everyday check this out. Diesel Mechanic Projects

Any way on with the pics.

Still loving this color!


Coats, Hats, And Rags.


Aerosol Racks, Silicone, Locktite, Bungy Cords, A/C Gauges.


Sockets










Wrenches - SAE on left, Metric on right. One set of Snap-On Flank Drive Plus and One Matco. Also Gearwrench Reversable, Gearwrench Gearbox, Stubby, Line Wrenches, Mac Thin Wrenches. Also my 36" and 42" Pry Bars.








Pliers


Screwdrivers


Prybars, Picks, Files, Clutch Adjustment Tools.


Hammers.


Tap and Die Set.


Air and Power Tools, also, my new Snap-On dealer scrounged up this tray and a full writing surface for me.:D




Bottom Drawer, Specialty Tools.


3/4" Torque Wrench


Power Probe, Compression Testers, Fuel Pressure, Coolant Pressure.


Lesser Used Pliers.


Punches, Thread Files.


Pipe Wrenches


Big Wrenches, Misc Wrenches, Headbolt Chasers.


The "Garbage Can" Drawer. Welding Helmet, Books, Junk.


Puller Set, Test Lead Set.


New Writing Surface, have to get it painted yet.


Paperwork Drawer


Junk Drawer


Electrical Drawer


Allen Wrenches, Engine Tools.


Measuring, Bits, Pharmacy.


Fabrication Tools




Torque Wrenches, DVOM, Dial Indicator.


Filter Wrenches, Coax Crimper.


Stud Extractors, Thin Wall Socket Set.
 
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Welderguy24

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Big Sockets, Air-to-Air Plugs.


Fan Clutch Tool, Power Steering Pulley Puller.


Tie Rod Tool, King Pin Pounder, Spring Pin Bushing Driver.


Creepers.


My Cart.


Top Section, Laptop with Cat ET, Cummins Insite, Detroit Diesel Link, and much more software.


Left Side of Top.


Right Side of Top.


Top Drawer, Misc.


Nexiq Adapter.


Chargers and Power Strip.


Fittings and Hardware.


O-rings and Hoses.


Lifting Chains, Bushing Drivers, Input Shaft, PTO and Shift Cover Plates, Misc.


My Road Box.














 
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Welderguy24

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Would people rather see all this pics as thumbs like this with a link to full pic or the size of the first pic?

EDIT: Majority rules, updated pics to full size.
 
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zmotorsports

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Just cause I am lazy I like the big ones.

Same here. Takes too long to open the photobucket links to view the larger pictures. I would rather just post the large picture right on the thread.

By the way Welderguy24, nice looking setup. Looks like you have all your holes filled (sorry that didn't sound right).

Mike.
 
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