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Chuck TX

10-20-2003 06:52:17

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Looking to buy a new tool box to replace my old one (which I also have a new use for). Need about 12 drawers total of top and bottom. Want wheels on bottom section to move to the job. Bearing drawers are great, but not sure whether or not I will spring for the difference in price. Started looking at Sears, big box stores, etc. Any one have any recent experience - good or bad- or any suggestions where to look? Love snap-on but out of my leage.

Thanks for your comments.

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Chuck TX

10-22-2003 06:23:41

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

Thanks for all of your ideas.

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john d

10-21-2003 21:13:57

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

Well, my tool box didn't start life as a tool box, but it's been a pretty good one. For the price of hauling it away, I got what had been a "file card" cabinet with drawers about 3 1/2" deep, 16" wide and 24" long. Must be about 16 drawers in it, ball bearing glides, and a thumb latch on every drawer handle. I stripped out the dividers in the drawers that kept the index cards in line, dropped a piece of sheetmetal in to cover the bottom of each drawer, put the brass hardware in some ammonia for cleanup, painted it hammertone black with some spray cans, and welded up an angle-iron frame with steel casters for support. Fully loaded, it probably weighs 500 pounds or more. Total cost of the rehab, about $10. I've found two more that are slightly smaller, and I'll do the same to them in the near future.

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Nolan

10-22-2003 04:47:31

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Re: Re: Tool Box in reply to john d, 10-21-2003 21:13:57

Glad to know I'm not the only person with a card file tool box. :-)

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Mike

10-21-2003 03:06:00

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

The pawn shop is my favorite place to shop.
I have my Dads Snap-On roll cabinet that he turned wrenches out of for app. 20yrs and used at home as a side business for another 10yrs,Ihave used them for about 15yrs almost daily but not for a living and they work like new.
Bottom line---quality pays for itself in satifaction and enjoyment.

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Gene(ID)

10-21-2003 00:19:14

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

This may get laughs from the die-hard Craftsman/Snap-On toolbox fans out there, but Costco recently had a very nice roll-around with top-chest for about $800. Stainless Steel! About 40" wide, bearing drawers (about 32, I think), big wheels with locks, inner-walls. Nice drawer pulls and push-bar. I only got to look at if for a minute (my wife had a gleam in her eye!), so there may be some drawbacks that I missed. Check it out. I was impressed.

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Steve B

10-20-2003 19:11:28

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

I Have a Snap on bottom cab W/ 8 drawers as far as im concerned it's a peice of crap. The drawer slides are worn out and cannot be replaced. I paid over a 1000.oo a good time back. 2 of the 8 drawers can hardly be opened because of the worn out slides. I took care of this box w/ grease ect. i am also in the market for a decent roll away.

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Jailkeeper

10-20-2003 17:54:17

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

Pick out the toolbox you think you need, then get one about 2 sizes bigger. I've got 28 drawers and a side cabinet, all full, with tools on the workbench too. Guess I need to build a shop with more wall space so I can hang some up.

Definitely get the ball bearing slides. Craftsman boxes are ok, I've had a couple of them with the bearing slides. Biggest thing about toolboxes is how you organize them. Spend the money on some good socket rails and wrench holders too. It makes things so much easier to find and holds them in place when the drawers are opened and closed.

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Jailkeeper

10-20-2003 17:57:45

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Re: Re: Tool Box in reply to Jailkeeper, 10-20-2003 17:54:17

Oops, I put in the wrong link for the pic. of my toolbox. Hope it works this time!!

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JOHN (LA)

10-20-2003 14:34:20

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

I have a sears 10 draw top and 3 draw w/storage space bottom on wheels. Friction full open draws. I bought both new in the 70's. Has served me very well for home use as all draws still work. Bearing draws would be nice because you can have deeper draws and still fill them up. For me I like a single layer of tools so I can find wrench with out digging for it so friction draws work just as well.

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JIm in NM

10-20-2003 10:08:34

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

If your looking for a name brand box, and am willing to go with a used one. You may want to try some of the auctions sales. I saw a nice Snap-On middle chest go for $55.00 one time. Only thing that was wrong with it was that the lock assembly was missing. I decided to stop bidding at $50.00 because of this. Then I realized that a replacement lock assembly was about $15.00 at the most. still kicking myself for not buying it. Could've sold the thing to a pawn shop and easily doubled my money on it. Give a look sometime, never know what you may be able to pickup at a reasonable price

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Vern-MI

10-20-2003 08:56:12

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

Bought the big Craftsman with the ball bearing drawers and if the box is not on perfectly level ground the drawers either slide open or closed by themselves. I would like to have some friction to keep them in the position I left them in.

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rustyfarmall

10-20-2003 07:09:45

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

I bought a craftsman a couple of years ago, I did not get the ball bearing drawers, too pricey for me. I am happy with the tool box, it makes a nice addition to the Snap-on box I have owned for 30 plus years, and in my opinion, is just as good.

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revredneck

10-20-2003 06:56:30

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Re: Tool Box in reply to Chuck TX, 10-20-2003 06:52:17

Chuck,
Have you looked at flea markets, pawn shops, yard sales, etc. for a top line tool box? Sometimes you can find a good deal on a Snap-On or Mac or other professional line tool box. Personally, I would rather have a quality box that's used than a new cheap one. Hope this helps.
Good Luck and God Bless, Tommy

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Vince

10-21-2003 18:40:25

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Re: Re: Tool Box in reply to revredneck, 10-20-2003 06:56:30

I just got a CPL tool box. First one on my block and everyone says "Why didn't I think of that" I wanted one for years finnaly got it. Check it out www.cpltoolbox.com

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