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Woogeroo · 09-15-2010, 12:35 AM

Howdy folks.

I was just wondering what types of things ya'll use or have used in the back of your 60-66 trucks for tool boxes or other storage containers.

Things you bought, built or converted... I'm interested in them all.

-W

vin63 · 09-15-2010, 12:48 PM

I've seen a couple of trucks in my area with customized early auto trunks (20s-30s era). There are a few guys with larger budget rigs running really nice Snap-on and Mac top chests in the bed.

markeb01 · 09-15-2010, 01:23 PM

For about 10 years I ran a Gaylord hard cover, allowing use of a variety of different tool boxes depending on what I was doing. In the early days my commute was almost 200 miles a week, so I carried enough tools to rebuild an engine. I strapped these to the forward end of the bed. When the commute dropped to about 12 miles a week, I reduced the load to a simple rubber box about the size of a shoe box with a hinged lid and handle. It carried enough essentials to get me out of trouble. Now that the truck and I are both retired, it doesn't travel far from home so the bed is completely empty. I only carry a can of inflata-spare in the glovebox and a AAA card just in case.

Another note - I did once have a 1983 Chevy fleetside longbed as our daily car, and installed one of those poly/rubber tool boxes that go across the front of the bed rails. What a waste of money. Within a year it sagged so bad I couldn't get either lid open without adding steel reinforcement along the bottom. If you have interest in that style of box, make sure to buy a steel or aluminum model.

protrash64 · 09-15-2010, 06:58 PM

I've seen some army surplus boxes converted for storage. Generally heavy duty and pretty cool lookin' IMO.

**TR65** · 09-15-2010, 09:16 PM

Here is my box. It is 1/8" aluminum reinforced and makes a very good seat in the back of the truck. It holds all kinds of tools, tire chains, floor jack, air pump, rigging gear etc.

It is a HIGHWAY PRODUCTS 18 wheeler box, very heavy duty.

TR

CenValyCali · 09-16-2010, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by TR65

Here is my box. It is 1/8" aluminum reinforced and makes a very good seat in the back of the truck. It holds all kinds of tools, tire chains, floor jack, air pump, rigging gear etc.

It is a HIGHWAY PRODUCTS 18 wheeler box, very heavy duty.

TR

That looks great. I wouldn't mind somethings like that in the bed of my truck. Thanks for the picture.

Woogeroo · 08-31-2011, 06:08 PM

*bump*

-W

bama63 · 08-31-2011, 06:30 PM

entertained the thought of a 50s metal coca cola cooler that belonged to my grand father but was afraid of a snatch and grab so dismissed that thought they go for about $300.00 now in good shape

cruznfb · 08-31-2011, 08:04 PM

found mine for $40 on craigs list. works good for me.

k1rodeoboater · 08-31-2011, 11:34 PM

$50 plastic tote at Walmart....I can stand on it too and it supports my weight. My buddy kept one in his truck and used it as a cooler for tailgating.

oem4me · 09-01-2011, 01:14 AM

Years ago, I traded a flimsy mini-truck cross-bed toolbox for this beaut. Vintage heavy-duty and galvanized inside and out. I've never seen another like it before or since.

Woogeroo · 09-01-2011, 03:47 AM

oem4me = that is awesome... got anymore pics? that's different for sure.

-W

vin63 · 09-01-2011, 11:43 AM

Here's one I was referring to earlier...

sixbangr · 09-01-2011, 12:13 PM

here's mine

Woogeroo · 09-01-2011, 12:14 PM

vin63 - that looks pretty good there.

sixbangr - that's different!

-W

lil hoodlum · 09-01-2011, 01:48 PM

Check this one out!

Keith

samuellg1977 · 09-01-2011, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by cruznfb

found mine for $40 on craigs list. works good for me.

Looks pretty cool too!! My problem has been solved!! Thanks for the picture!!

SulphuriousSam · 09-01-2011, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Another note - I did once have a 1983 Chevy fleetside longbed as our daily car, and installed one of those poly/rubber tool boxes that go across the front of the bed rails. What a waste of money. Within a year it sagged so bad I couldn't get either lid open without adding steel reinforcement along the bottom. If you have interest in that style of box, make sure to buy a steel or aluminum model.

I can vouch for that one. I had an '80 SWB and had one of those black plastic POS's. Never again. Within a year both lids had to be held down with bungies and the sliding tray was permanently stuck in the middle due to the sag.

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Originally Posted by bama63

entertained the thought of a 50s metal coca cola cooler that belonged to my grand father but was afraid of a snatch and grab so dismissed that thought they go for about $300.00 now in good shape

I found a vietnam era army metal ice chest that I want to put in the back of my truck. I don't really need it but it just seems like it would belong in the the bed of a '66

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Originally Posted by vin63

Here's one I was referring to earlier...

Wow! I wish I could afford to go that route. I can't even afford to put one of those in my garage!

losthope · 09-01-2011, 02:34 PM

[/QUOTE]Wow! I wish I could afford to go that route. I can't even afford to put one of those in my garage!

[/QUOTE]

x2 Me neither

creep · 09-01-2011, 03:39 PM

I have an ammo crate in mine with some spare air ride stuff, a cheap tool set and some cleaning supplies. The cooler next to it is actually my battery box.

suzq044 · 09-01-2011, 04:00 PM

I like the battery box.. all low-profile.

68panelman · 09-01-2011, 04:22 PM

Don't bash me for posting here

,Here's the tool box in my 70' blazer. Carries everything i need. $20 box,$5 paint, extra emblem.

Blue Heeler · 09-01-2011, 11:15 PM

I have the two boxes in the back, and i love them.

Deryl · 09-01-2011, 11:53 PM

Good idea for a thread. I'd like to see more. I'm kind of diggin the one under the hood!

Woogeroo · 09-02-2011, 04:29 AM

Deryl - I've seen a few under the hood ones here and there... but I think they were a aftermarket deal.

Blue Heeler - those are nice!

-W

09-15-2010, 12:35 AM	#1
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Howdy folks. I was just wondering what types of things ya'll use or have used in the back of your 60-66 trucks for tool boxes or other storage containers. Things you bought, built or converted... I'm interested in them all. -W Last edited by Woogeroo; 09-02-2011 at 04:28 AM.

09-15-2010, 12:48 PM	#2
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks I've seen a couple of trucks in my area with customized early auto trunks (20s-30s era). There are a few guys with larger budget rigs running really nice Snap-on and Mac top chests in the bed. __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

09-15-2010, 01:23 PM	#3
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks For about 10 years I ran a Gaylord hard cover, allowing use of a variety of different tool boxes depending on what I was doing. In the early days my commute was almost 200 miles a week, so I carried enough tools to rebuild an engine. I strapped these to the forward end of the bed. When the commute dropped to about 12 miles a week, I reduced the load to a simple rubber box about the size of a shoe box with a hinged lid and handle. It carried enough essentials to get me out of trouble. Now that the truck and I are both retired, it doesn't travel far from home so the bed is completely empty. I only carry a can of inflata-spare in the glovebox and a AAA card just in case. Another note - I did once have a 1983 Chevy fleetside longbed as our daily car, and installed one of those poly/rubber tool boxes that go across the front of the bed rails. What a waste of money. Within a year it sagged so bad I couldn't get either lid open without adding steel reinforcement along the bottom. If you have interest in that style of box, make sure to buy a steel or aluminum model. Last edited by markeb01; 09-15-2010 at 01:27 PM.

09-15-2010, 06:58 PM	#4
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,520	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks I've seen some army surplus boxes converted for storage. Generally heavy duty and pretty cool lookin' IMO. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

09-15-2010, 09:16 PM	#5
TR65 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 873	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Here is my box. It is 1/8" aluminum reinforced and makes a very good seat in the back of the truck. It holds all kinds of tools, tire chains, floor jack, air pump, rigging gear etc. It is a HIGHWAY PRODUCTS 18 wheeler box, very heavy duty. TR Attached Images __________________ 1965 C10 SWB Fleet Two owner LS2 Swap Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=413880

08-31-2011, 06:08 PM	#7
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks bump -W

08-31-2011, 06:30 PM	#8
bama63 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: gadsden, alabama Posts: 468	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks entertained the thought of a 50s metal coca cola cooler that belonged to my grand father but was afraid of a snatch and grab so dismissed that thought they go for about $300.00 now in good shape __________________ Due to financial constraints, the light at the end of the tunnel will be shut off until further notice

08-31-2011, 08:04 PM	#9
cruznfb Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: lathrop ca. Posts: 43	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks found mine for $40 on craigs list. works good for me. Attached Images

08-31-2011, 11:34 PM	#10
k1rodeoboater Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fayetteville NC Posts: 752	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks $50 plastic tote at Walmart....I can stand on it too and it supports my weight. My buddy kept one in his truck and used it as a cooler for tailgating. __________________ 1966 C10 Long step build on a budget http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445201 no garage, no shop, limited storage space and tools....no problem.

09-01-2011, 01:14 AM	#11
oem4me Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 3,055	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Years ago, I traded a flimsy mini-truck cross-bed toolbox for this beaut. Vintage heavy-duty and galvanized inside and out. I've never seen another like it before or since. Attached Images

09-01-2011, 03:47 AM	#12
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks oem4me = that is awesome... got anymore pics? that's different for sure. -W

09-01-2011, 11:43 AM	#13
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,262	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Here's one I was referring to earlier... __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

09-01-2011, 12:13 PM	#14
sixbangr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Texarkana, Texas Posts: 261	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks here's mine Attached Images __________________ 1961 Apache short step.

09-01-2011, 12:14 PM	#15
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks vin63 - that looks pretty good there. sixbangr - that's different! -W

09-01-2011, 01:48 PM	#16
lil hoodlum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 1,735	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Check this one out! Keith Attached Images



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09-01-2011, 02:34 PM	#19
losthope Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: sacramento ca. Posts: 1,038	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks [/QUOTE]Wow! I wish I could afford to go that route. I can't even afford to put one of those in my garage! [/QUOTE] x2 Me neither __________________ Timmy D. "What that grinding noise?Don't worry about that it will eventually clearance itself!" 1966 chevy c10 Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485977 1954 ford customline H.A.M.B 54 Build Thread:http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=622142

09-01-2011, 03:39 PM	#20
creep Registered Loser Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 1,523	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks I have an ammo crate in mine with some spare air ride stuff, a cheap tool set and some cleaning supplies. The cooler next to it is actually my battery box. Attached Images __________________ ((..)) ((0)) '63 GMC lwb, 383, th350, lays frame, genuine patina. The Build Thread - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374267 '88 Astro cargo bagged, shaved, phantom grille. SOLD '50 Chevy 2 door sedan awaiting attention. 2014 Silverado Ext cab, 5.3, daily driver.

09-01-2011, 04:00 PM	#21
suzq044 Resident Photoshop Nerd Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Gordon, GA Posts: 723	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks I like the battery box.. all low-profile. __________________ PJ - 1966 C10 Panel -- Max² - 1964 Jeep Wagoneer Panel-delivery -- Waiting his turn

09-01-2011, 04:22 PM	#22
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,456	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Don't bash me for posting here,Here's the tool box in my 70' blazer. Carries everything i need. $20 box,$5 paint, extra emblem. Attached Images

09-01-2011, 11:15 PM	#23
Blue Heeler Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Venice, Ca. Posts: 314	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks I have the two boxes in the back, and i love them. Attached Images

09-01-2011, 11:53 PM	#24
Deryl Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Douglasville, Ga. Posts: 125	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Good idea for a thread. I'd like to see more. I'm kind of diggin the one under the hood! __________________ D's 63

09-02-2011, 04:29 AM	#25
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: toolboxes or other storage containers in your trucks Deryl - I've seen a few under the hood ones here and there... but I think they were a aftermarket deal. Blue Heeler - those are nice! -W

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