Portable,rolling tool box advice needed

[bullnerd]

So I'm doing more and more work on the in-laws house. Currently I use the bucket buddy or whatever that liner thing is that you place inside a 5 gal bucket. My wife bought it many moons ago, so I use it. I'm getting tired of everything I need being pinned in the bottom of the bucket. So I started looking at the rolling toolboxes. So far my only knowledge is what Ive read on Amazon.

This one seems to get the best reviews.

Im not saying this is the one I'm buying, just using it as an example.

Anyone use anything similar?

Any advice is welcomed. Im not a pro, so not used to hauling all my tools to another location.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006YQAVOY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Caman]

I've been collecting pieces of the Ridgid rolling toolbox from my local builders outlet that clearances out stuff with slight damage from home depot. So far I am really impressed. If I needed more I wouldn't hesitate to pick them up for full price.

http://www.homedepot.com/catalog/productImages/400/15/15fdb848-2eb5-4413-a6b1-280ef980d5eb_400.jpg

 

[bullnerd]

Thanks Caman, that does look a little more rugged than the ones I was looking at.

It looks like HD has the rigid and the keter, so I can check them both out.

 

[Caman]

I have experienced those Keter types of boxes break very easily in the cold.

 

[catch2otwo]

what are you rolling the box over? If its anything less than nice pavement, I would suggest a service cart with inflatable wheels. anything gravel or dirt will destroy the wheels

 

[bullnerd]

I have experienced those Keter types of boxes break very easily in the cold.

Yeah, I got that impression from the reviews.

what are you rolling the box over? If its anything less than nice pavement, I would suggest a service cart with inflatable wheels. anything gravel or dirt will destroy the wheels

Not sure, mostly around inside the house. I could probably carry it to the house , then wheel it around.

Ive thought about building a custom version of these using a metal hand truck, just for around my property, but that would be too big to haul back and forth.

Maybe I don't need the wheels and just go with a plain old tool box, one for electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc..

 

[CNGsaves]

Perfect opportunity to snag old Craftsman/other metal toolboxes and have one for each purpose. Need both mechanical and electrical, then stack them on hand truck (air-up tires) with piece of cardboard between toolboxes.

Lots of times I've seen the plastic toolboxes for $2 on CL and occasionally $5 or $10 will get you metal toolbox.

The 5 gal bucket method you've been using can be scaled down to misc tools and parts. Just hang the 5 gal bucket over handle of the hand truck.

 

[bobemmerich]

I have an older version of this. Holds enough of the basics to get the job done. Deep bottom, and removable tray. The one I have has 2 trays and no storage tray in the lid.
It's a Stanley. I got mine at HD, but that was years ago...

 

[Art From De Leon]

As was mentioned, this would be a good time to get a couple of good quality hand carried boxes, such as the old craftsman, or some other quality brand from the past.

Although I do not care for them, this sounds just the job for a cantilever type box.

 

[Caman]

If you are looking for a carry toolbox I suggest the Stanley Fatmax 28".

http://m.homedepot.com/p/FATMAX-28-in-Tool-Box-028001L/100624569

I've got 7 of them, two for plumbing, one for electrical, one for drills, one for my portable routers and bits, one for portable woodworking tools, one for my hammer drill and bits.

I had one for plumbing but it just got so heavy with huge wrenches and things that I just couldn't carry it anymore without screwing up my back. They are extremely heavy duty. I also use them as a step stool and they support my 250lb ***, no sweat.

Menards puts them on sale occasionally for ~$20

 

[DragonSteps]

Perfect opportunity to get a second set of tools that you can leave at your in laws house. That way you have something to do while waiting for the holiday dinner(s) to finish.


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[1car]

This is the one I use.

http://m.homedepot.com/p/Husky-18-in-Rolling-Tool-Tote-82001N11/203124166


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[77Ford]

I really like the Husky above. It has pockets for each hand tool. The Ridged system is a bargin for what you get, plus it is waterproof.

The right tool box is like finding the right women... Spend your time and be picky to avoid future regrets. Lol


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