Tall cabinet for tackle, need help

[Rogers954]

Hey guys not sure how many anglers are in this forum but I need some guidance for a upcoming project. I want to build a 2 door cabinet for all my tackle storage one side will be for rod storage so no shelves and the other I would like to build shelves into to put all of my plano boxes and odds and ends, would also like to incorporate some peg board on the inside for hanging some large baits that I use. Problem is building structures is definitely not my strong side and I could use some guidance.

The cabinets would be around 5' wide 2' deep
I need at least 8'6" of clearance on the inside to accommodate the longest rod I have

What wood would you use for this build?

Would you just frame this out of 2x4's and sheet it?

As far as doors go I would be using a full 8' sheet for the doors so would I need a full length piano hinge to ensure they don't sag?

If anyone has built anything like this in there garage I would love to hear your advise or pictures would be great. I've been scouring the net and not had much luck finding something that's pretty close to what I'm looking for besides the picture I attached but not sure If I need to be thinking about it differently.

Thanks

 

[Voi]

At 5' wide & over 8' tall I'd probably just build it like a closet, meaning 2x4's & drywall or whatever sheathing. Make an existing wall & ceiling one side & top of the closet, assuming that will work with your garage & ceiling height.

But I've also built large closets cabinet style, it all depends on what you prefer.

I'd build the door lighter. I've even built regular cabinet doors where the panel was pegboard.

Even if you do use a full sheet you can use shed door type hinges. They can handle the weight.

 

[Rogers954]

At 5' wide & over 8' tall I'd probably just build it like a closet, meaning 2x4's & drywall or whatever sheathing. Make an existing wall & ceiling one side & top of the closet, assuming that will work with your garage & ceiling height.

But I've also built large closets cabinet style, it all depends on what you prefer.

I'd build the door lighter. I've even built regular cabinet doors where the panel was pegboard.

Even if you do use a full sheet you can use shed door type hinges. They can handle the weight.

Thanks for the suggestions very helpful to a guy who doesn't build much, my ceiling in the garage is 11' so the cabinet isn't going to go all the to that, a lot of what i saw looking around online was pointing me exactly to what you said and i started looking at closet framing thinking that would give me what i was after.

just wasn't sure on hinges and what i should use for doors I was leaning towards sheeting it in plywood but i guess since it's going to be framed it really doesn't need the extra rigidity from the sheeting. I never really thought about using drywall but i would rather use something that could hold up to abuse a bit better, dings and bumps are so common in my garage my walls looked pretty for i think less than a day after i painted until i dinged one ��

 

[hemiallen]

Hope it's ok to link an add.

I am going to do a similar rack, but probably a folding multi leaved cabinet on wheels so I can move it around the new shop. I like the base design this has, it forces the rods toward the notched supports so no holes, easy in and out for storage after a fishing trip
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0716LT982/?tag=atomicindus08-20

the middle support bar I think isn't needed unless you move the assembly a lot? Angled base forces rod against top notched bar, I believe, is all that is needed.

 

[Blind1]

You’ll need more than 8’6” if you want to get your rods in easily. I’d go to the ceiling. Give you space to elevate your rods with storage underneath for a better use of space. Also gets the rod ID and closer to waist level so less bending over to see which rod you are looking at.

Either cabinet framed or 2x4 framed is fine. 2x3 with 1x4 trim looks nice as well.

I have a ton of iron so I went with 2x4 and sheathing to support the weight.

 

[bugnut]

Thinking about the closet, why not make the doors the rod holder, they could end up with a light load that way, then use wire shelving for the interior so it adjusts as your needs change. Rev a shelf makes pull out pantries you might want to look at that for some inspiration. Good Luck. Fish On!

 

[WhoWhatNow]

I would build it just like a cabinet in your house. 3/4" ply for the case and 1/2" for the shelves. Either use the adjustable shelf hangers or mortise the case for permanent shelves. Using plywood will ensure that the cabinet is stable and does not warp as the wood dries.
You most likely don't want solid doors due to weight. Build a frame out of 1X2 and use 1/4" ply for the insert. This will be light and stable if you build it correctly. You will also be able to use 3 standard hinges per door instead of a full length piano hinge.

Basically, look at your kitchen cabinets and resize to your desired dimensions.

 

[Blind1]

Thinking about the closet, why not make the doors the rod holder, they could end up with a light load that way, then use wire shelving for the interior so it adjusts as your needs change. Rev a shelf makes pull out pantries you might want to look at that for some inspiration. Good Luck. Fish On!

Depends on what he’s fishing for? My offshore tuna rods are very, very heavy.

 

[Rogers954]

Thanks for the reply's fellas lots of good info given, obviously I want the cabinets to be built well and sturdy because I don't want them to bow or buckle once I start putting some weight in them, my gear doesn't weigh a hole lot but if you ask my wife I've got way to much hahahah. I guess what it really comes down to is which way is going to be better, frame it like a closet with 2x4's and sheet it with what ever I decide or gets some 3/4 ply and build it up like a regular cabinet like #WhoWhatNow said. Ugh this is the part of a project I hate.....deciding what direction to go. Thanks all

 

[Voi]

I guess what it really comes down to is which way is going to be better, frame it like a closet with 2x4's and sheet it with what ever I decide or gets some 3/4 ply and build it up like a regular cabinet.

Maybe a good way to look at this is that a closet is probably a good way to learn basic framing. A taller than 8' cabinet is probably not the best way to learn basic carcass construction.

However, I still don't think this is a big deal. Build what you want.

 

[hemiallen]

Here is the basic design I am going to go with for the exterior, just use the angled base to hold them against the center-upper that locates the rods. I figure a double in the center cabinet and singles in the 2 outer fold-out compartments. I have a lot of rods and plan to segregate by use, ie casting-plug rods, trolling, etc

http://www.grizzly.com/products/Grizzly-Mobile-Tool-Cabinet-Plans/T20336

 

[Toolfool]

I'll try to get a photo of the rod holders I made for the local Do-It Best store displays.

OK, this is a pretty simple design. I built double-sided floor-standing versions of this for my friend's hardware store. He wanted to use the middle of the fishing tackle aisle for more rod display. They're 1/2" plywood. I rounded all the edges and sprayed a couple of coats of clear finish. The one in the photo is single-sided for hanging on the wall (had several people request them after seeing the ones in the store). The rods sit in safely and just lift right out. Maybe hemiallen and Rogers954 can integrate the design into your cabinets.

 

[rakane]

I'm curious whether your boat will be stored inside the garage?

I have a photo somewhere of a shop that contains a salty boat. The owner made a rod rack on the wall high enough that it could swing out over the boat gunnell and yet could also be accessed from the wall for moving single rods. He said it was very handy to offload the rods from the boat.

Just a thought.

I hope you post photos of your project. I'll watch this thread for other ideas. We use lots of 10'6" rods out here for herring or bait rods. My shop will be built over the winter.

Randy
Oregon

www.facebook.com/meanwhilecharters

Meanwhile is a 30' Grady White.

 

[hemiallen]

Tool, that's exactly what I had in mind, just placing it in the bifolding cabinet. Do you know the spacing between the notches? I might have to adjust for reel widths.
Thank you

 

[Toolfool]

Yes, you would have to adjust for reels, or just use every other notch. I actually drilled holes in the plywood then ripped it down the middle of the holes.

 

[Stuart in MN]

Do they need to be stored vertically? I was thinking a long horizontal cabinet may work - It could have a flip up door, and be mounted on top of a row of regular size cabinets that could be used for other things.

 

[CraigStu]

I find that I really don't like messing w/ drywall. Or w/ the mud. Or w/ the sanding 89% of it off because I don't have the talent to mud it well. Or w/ the dust. So I'd use plywood or dang near anything besides drywall.

 

[hemiallen]

My take on horizontal storage is, the middle support should be near the center of the rod, if it were closer to the end of a rod where it is more flexible, that could allow long term bending of the rod making a permanent set ( bend) in that rod. I believe this is more likely from the days of fiberglass rods. Mine are currently in a horizontal position hung from the ceiling of my garage. With my new shop I am in an organizational mode, and vertical, right now, seems like my desire.

I suggest you store it in whatever manner works for you. Some state a rod should be hung from the top eye, ie all the weight is supported by the end eye. I am sure in a heavy rod that isn't a good idea.

 

[Stuart in MN]

I know little about fishing which is why I asked about storing them horizontal versus vertical. If it's best they are kept vertical, disregard my previous post.

 

[steel 35]

I had a large wall rack like toolfools works very well sold a lot of stuff cut part of it off and use it for hammers works great for that as well.
I know you said plano I have a ton of them, I would have a lot less or none! If I started with the black and yellow Harbor freight boxes

 

[GirlnAgarage]

Hey guys not sure how many anglers are in this forum but I need some guidance for a upcoming project. I want to build a 2 door cabinet for all my tackle storage one side will be for rod storage so no shelves and the other I would like to build shelves into to put all of my plano boxes and odds and ends, would also like to incorporate some peg board on the inside for hanging some large baits that I use. Problem is building structures is definitely not my strong side and I could use some guidance.

The cabinets would be around 5' wide 2' deep
I need at least 8'6" of clearance on the inside to accommodate the longest rod I have

What wood would you use for this build?

Would you just frame this out of 2x4's and sheet it?

As far as doors go I would be using a full 8' sheet for the doors so would I need a full length piano hinge to ensure they don't sag?

If anyone has built anything like this in there garage I would love to hear your advise or pictures would be great. I've been scouring the net and not had much luck finding something that's pretty close to what I'm looking for besides the picture I attached but not sure If I need to be thinking about it differently.

Thanks

I'd use some 3/4" ply for any shelf/cabinet type. But I'm basic, so...

For my fishing/water gear I'll be using some Weather Guard steel shelves with some bins to keep various tackle, lines, net and supplies, including my kayak gear - paddle, life vest, pedal units for the kayak.... I'm not much for cabinets totally enclosed. They just give me a stuffy big encumbered feel to my garage, so I usually leave storage open. Plus I don't like doors and the room they take up to open if I have the truck parked.

I typically store my rods vertical, guess it's a carry over from just standing them in the corner of a room. Even did it that way when I kept them on my pegboard, reel seated in the dual pegs, rod down. I'm not done with my water wall yet, just finished the paint tonight. I am hoping to build some wooden rod holders, if not for the garage, for the living room (I keep rec gear stored/displayed in my house - I'm an adult and I love my stuff). I have extra rods I don't use that I keep for decoration too.

 

[Spareparts]

Are the HF boxes watertite, storing in the garage is one thing but in the boat watertite is a nessity, nothing like opening a box and finding rusty hooks.

 

[Rogers954]

I'll try to get a photo of the rod holders I made for the local Do-It Best store displays.

OK, this is a pretty simple design. I built double-sided floor-standing versions of this for my friend's hardware store. He wanted to use the middle of the fishing tackle aisle for more rod display. They're 1/2" plywood. I rounded all the edges and sprayed a couple of coats of clear finish. The one in the photo is single-sided for hanging on the wall (had several people request them after seeing the ones in the store). The rods sit in safely and just lift right out. Maybe hemiallen and Rogers954 can integrate the design into your cabinets.

I appreciate that i was trying to decided once i had my cabinets built how i was going to hang all my rods. These look great

 

[Rogers954]

I'm curious whether your boat will be stored inside the garage?

I have a photo somewhere of a shop that contains a salty boat. The owner made a rod rack on the wall high enough that it could swing out over the boat gunnell and yet could also be accessed from the wall for moving single rods. He said it was very handy to offload the rods from the boat.

Just a thought.

I hope you post photos of your project. I'll watch this thread for other ideas. We use lots of 10'6" rods out here for herring or bait rods. My shop will be built over the winter.

Randy
Oregon

www.facebook.com/meanwhilecharters

Meanwhile is a 30' Grady White.

Im hoping to start working on this project this coming week ive got the porter cable 560 in the mail heading my way (gonna put that thing to a lot of use) my boat is in the garage for this winter so that i can completely gut it and build a custom deck, it’s a 17ft flat bottom that has a open design i want to deck it and build a lot of storage into it. For the most part my rods will go from the boat to the storage cabinet as i don’t want them siting in the boat all the time for security reasons plus i won’t be leaving any gear in the boat over winters. Main reason i didn’t just build a simple rack is because i like my stuff to stay clean, after years of using high quality reals and rods i have learned that dirt and dust can really start to plague smooth operation. Plus my fishing gear is my favorite stuff so I’d like to keep it clean and looking nice. As well as i hate stuff being out in the open behind closed doors i think makes the garage look much cleaner and organized and i could use all that i can get hahahaha. I’d like to isolate my rods away from all the heat caused by cars being parked in the garage to, heat+expensive fluorocarbon=heart broken fisherman with lost fish and expensive lures.

 

[Rogers954]

Do they need to be stored vertically? I was thinking a long horizontal cabinet may work - It could have a flip up door, and be mounted on top of a row of regular size cabinets that could be used for other things.

Vertical storage is a must with me, people can say and do what they want and i have seen 1000’s of pictures of rods stored horizontally and I’m sure people have had zero issues with it but I’ve also read a lot and people say that rods will start to bow if stored horizontally I’m sure if supported right this wouldn’t be a issue, but i would prefer vertical storage aesthetically its more pleasing to me when rods are stood straight up and ultimately i have the room for a tall cabinet, not so much for a long horizontal one.