Tool Storage for a Small Van
Discussion
I am after some ideas with trying to sort out my work van. It’s a Peugeot Partner. It has some cheap wooden racking that looks like someone made it in DT with their teeth.
But I’m just trying to organise the van into boxes or drawers. I’ve got Hikoki Power Tools and whilst the tools are good the boxes are from the same manufacturer as Makita. Ideally I need to store long drill bits, odd tools that I don’t use but do need. Something for plugs, screws etc.
But I’m just trying to organise the van into boxes or drawers. I’ve got Hikoki Power Tools and whilst the tools are good the boxes are from the same manufacturer as Makita. Ideally I need to store long drill bits, odd tools that I don’t use but do need. Something for plugs, screws etc.
Makita, Dewalt, erbauer, trend, federal, Bosch Milwaukee, all have storage systems for tool Storage/fixings.
Milwaukee packout has options for quick release mounting plates, sliding racking or shelves, the boxes are extemely strong with a huge variety of boxes & organisers but aren t the cheapest option. Deals can be had to get it occasionally, check its or power tool mate
PVC pipe + screw endcaps fixed/clipped in to the shelving for long bits.
For tools/powertools a packout or equivalent box is great, but there s also van vaults, lifting lid & they also do sliding versions for better tool security.
Other option is timber racking the van again
ETA original makita boxes aren’t a great plastic for the box surviving an impact , no idea how the new stuff stands up
Milwaukee packout has options for quick release mounting plates, sliding racking or shelves, the boxes are extemely strong with a huge variety of boxes & organisers but aren t the cheapest option. Deals can be had to get it occasionally, check its or power tool mate
PVC pipe + screw endcaps fixed/clipped in to the shelving for long bits.
For tools/powertools a packout or equivalent box is great, but there s also van vaults, lifting lid & they also do sliding versions for better tool security.
Other option is timber racking the van again
ETA original makita boxes aren’t a great plastic for the box surviving an impact , no idea how the new stuff stands up
Edited by Yabu on Saturday 16th May 18:56
InitialDave said:
Tstak is decent enough, one warning, there are two kinds of Dewalt clear topped cases for screws etc - the one that's Tstak, and another that's a rebrand of (I think) Stanley. The latter is not compatible with Tstak. I have no idea why it even exists in their product line.
The only issue I’ve seen is the clips are not that great and can be broken. This one looks new:
https://www.screwfix.com/p/bunker-load-up-9-piece-...
Justadreamer said:
InitialDave said:
Tstak is decent enough, one warning, there are two kinds of Dewalt clear topped cases for screws etc - the one that's Tstak, and another that's a rebrand of (I think) Stanley. The latter is not compatible with Tstak. I have no idea why it even exists in their product line.
The only issue I ve seen is the clips are not that great and can be broken. This one looks new:
https://www.screwfix.com/p/bunker-load-up-9-piece-...
J6542 said:
The Dewalt tough systems 2 stack is on offer at Screwfix just now. The boxes are solid. Mines have survived 4 years of being daily thrown in and out the van. There are also companies that will do custom racking for different vans but it s not cheap.
I’ve seen that. I’ve heard mixed reviews on the latches. Packout is okay but expensive. Toughbuilt looks a little smarter. It’s just the cost. Justadreamer said:
J6542 said:
The Dewalt tough systems 2 stack is on offer at Screwfix just now. The boxes are solid. Mines have survived 4 years of being daily thrown in and out the van. There are also companies that will do custom racking for different vans but it s not cheap.
I ve seen that. I ve heard mixed reviews on the latches. Packout is okay but expensive. Toughbuilt looks a little smarter. It s just the cost. 2 Recips, 4 1/2 grinder and multi tool.
The other has an SDS drill, 2 combis and 2 impact drivers
Screwfix also have the medium T stax box on sale for £18.99 just now but the metal catches are not as solid as the tough systems.
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