Tool Box Quote
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Bobcat753
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That's a massive box. Do you need that much storage?!
classicJackets
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I have no experience with this, but my questions would be:
1. What do you do and how important will this box be to you?
2. How long do you plan on keeping it?
That's a hell of a lot of money to spend on a toolbox. If it's something that you will use everyday for 30 years then I would be more willing to say that would pay off than if it's a personal use box.
1. What do you do and how important will this box be to you?
2. How long do you plan on keeping it?
That's a hell of a lot of money to spend on a toolbox. If it's something that you will use everyday for 30 years then I would be more willing to say that would pay off than if it's a personal use box.
Garage Junky
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$12k for a toolbox! Run! I don't care if it is Snap-On made of 100% pure unobtainium, unless you have a money tree... run!!!
Bobcat753
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Well since all of that is full, it might be a good idea. Have pics of your current setup? And where would this behemoth go? It cannot be moved easily fully loaded.
warmpancakes
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Id ask for a better deal, say 10K plus a 10% tool certificate,
What do you mean "pay out in the long run"? These boxes have a huge depreciation factor and very little demand.
Mr. Big is a lot of "show". I can't imagine too many techs. really need something this massive.
P.S. IMHO, I'd delete the attached quote since it has names, emails and phone numbers on it. Just list the quoted price.
Zeke
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$24,000 for a tool box at 18% interest!!?? Does it come with a kitchen and bath?
One sold on eBay for $7400.
One sold on eBay for $7400.
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Bobcat753
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I'd see if you could get that amount down a bit too. See if you can get some extras thrown in.
Yes, the side lockers are bigger then most outhouses. It could easily accomcodate a crapper. (good ROI since it helps the tech beat the book)
im a full mechanic. I work on semi, tractors, trucks, cars, imports, really old ****, lawn mowers, motors, electric stuff, plumbing, welding, wood work. I have tools for everything. I have 35 different ratchets, sockets both metric and standard. sockets from 1/4 all the way to 2 3/8 both chrome and impact, swivel, deep and shallow
GTA Matt
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I'll be the minority here. Dooooo ittttttt!!!!
Bobcat753
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If they throw in a stainless top I'd do it. It seems like you have the need for it. I'd keep your epiq tool cart so you can move tools around when your farther away from the box.
Garage Junky
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When the term of the loan is done you will have paid $3553.68 in interest.
It's an impressive box but you're the only one that can make that decision.
If you get it make sure to post some images.
warmpancakes
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Guy in local dealer here, has a orange Mr Big, just added second locker and he custom built a riser, Its huge you cant miss it in the shop
Dust Devil
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Killer price on a bad *** box. 18% is total ******** though. not worth it if you have to finance at that rate.
Parrothead
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Um, in a word...NO. Here's some suggested reading.
Dave Ramsey - http://www.daveramsey.com/home/?snid=home
It's massive. I think what you have to ask yourself, is can you justify the expense? If so, then I say get it.
Vantastic
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Awesome box. Do it!
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mowersplus84
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what about a good used box
MemphisR32
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18% interest rate!! That's crazy!
RedneckWelder
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I know I could fill up a Mr Big no question. I just don't have the room for one at our shop, we are pretty cramped as it is.
I would recommend getting better financing. 18% is too damn high
I would recommend getting better financing. 18% is too damn high
gipraw
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Are yoiu planning on paying it out over time, or are you just financing it to get the $3k rebate with plans to pay it off shortly after?
What are you trading in to get the $12k in trade, the triple and the double?
What are you trading in to get the $12k in trade, the triple and the double?
canuckian
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If that's tge box you want/need and can't pay cash for it, go to a bank and get a line of credit which would offer a much lower rate. Buy the box with snap on credit to get the rebates, cut a cheque from the line of credit and pay the snap on bill the next day. Additionally, see if they'll throw in an extra or 2 like a riser or stainless top.
That's crazy money. Lista would be half the money. Same quality, no SO eye candy.
PM this guy and ask what he paid for this.....
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=4599647&postcount=107
PM this guy and ask what he paid for this.....
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=4599647&postcount=107
Spudland_Dave
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I'm stupid jealous....I've got a quote here for a Tractor Green KRSC100....and I been debating it for 5 months now... I'd suggest black trim, but that's just me..
When shopping major boxes like that, I'd be shopping around. Pit one dealer against another...I've said it before here, and will say it again, I personally think that when it comes to high end..hard to beat a Macsimizer.
Hows your Tech Series treating you?
Trey T
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Have you looked into optimizing your tool count and reorganizing?
Why is the interest rate so high, 18%? Can't you get a personnal loan (unsecured loan) somewhere else that's below 10%?
Why is the interest rate so high, 18%? Can't you get a personnal loan (unsecured loan) somewhere else that's below 10%?
So I am not a mechanic.. But I am also not broke due to not buying stuff like that.
No it would never pay out in the long run or your life.
The BOX does not make you any money at all. Your tools do. Go get 3 of the HF giant boxes and make a freight train out of them if you need big.
NO NO NO NO NO
Imagine what you could use that money for instead.. Set that aside in your rainy day fund and you will never stress over money again.
No it would never pay out in the long run or your life.
The BOX does not make you any money at all. Your tools do. Go get 3 of the HF giant boxes and make a freight train out of them if you need big.
NO NO NO NO NO
Imagine what you could use that money for instead.. Set that aside in your rainy day fund and you will never stress over money again.
gipraw
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Okay get 6 HF boxes stacked double high with a step ladder.
That price is just nuts.
http://www.harborfreight.com/56-in-11-drawer-glossy-red-industrial-roller-cabinet-67681.html
Look at the HF stuff and mix and match what you want.. Don't get a mortgage on a tool box.
snowpro90
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dngrmse
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It's all relative; If you make a good living, like when you're accountant comes to you at the end of the year and says "you need to show more expenses" go for it. If you struggle to meet payments some months, probably not a good idea.