I'm running a tool roll and bag from adventure tool company, solidly built wax canvas that will last a lifetime.
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https://adventuretoolcompany.com/product/shoproll-tool-roll
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I would suggest Boeshield T-9.I do have one question, what does everyone treat their tools with to keep them from rusting? I keep my tools in the back of my truck under the Diamondback cover which stays mostly dry but here in Florida the humidity ultimately causes them to start to rust.
I find living in Arizona works best, no rust in an oven.Well currently I have a socket set and a simple tool bag. After going through this thread I see some upgrades to my tool set. That tool bag I have is a pain in the you know what to find what you're looking for in when it's fool of tools. Something like that Bucket Boss tool roll might serve me well, definitely will help sort tools out better to make them easier to find.
I do have one question, what does everyone treat their tools with to keep them from rusting? I keep my tools in the back of my truck under the Diamondback cover which stays mostly dry but here in Florida the humidity ultimately causes them to start to rust. Just wondering what everyone has found to work best?
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I’m from Florida also and have dealt with this issue for years. I clean my tools from the start (remove all rust if tools are old) with miniral spirit, then spray with your choice of corrosion inhibitor and wipe down to make sure they’re covered well. I keep them in roll packs in a bin and throw a few of those moisture absorbing packs in there. I’ve had tools in my truck for a few years with minimal care. The trick is catching the rust fast and cleaning it. In Florida, it’s a constant battle.Well currently I have a socket set and a simple tool bag. After going through this thread I see some upgrades to my tool set. That tool bag I have is a pain in the you know what to find what you're looking for in when it's fool of tools. Something like that Bucket Boss tool roll might serve me well, definitely will help sort tools out better to make them easier to find.
I do have one question, what does everyone treat their tools with to keep them from rusting? I keep my tools in the back of my truck under the Diamondback cover which stays mostly dry but here in Florida the humidity ultimately causes them to start to rust. Just wondering what everyone has found to work best?
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That’s a thing of beauty
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What do you estimate the weight to be with your current load out, and how much does it affect your suspension?View attachment 106011
This is from my 4Runner (Sold Dec 2018).
I have done several full suspension jobs on two different vehicles with what was in the smaller box closer to the camera. Now those tools sit in a bag in my new Rav4.
Looks awesome.I use a Lincoln Electric back pack. They're pretty heavy duty and have lots of compartments. It's hardly fool proof but any one looking in my Jeep would think it's a "back pack"
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The toolbag weighs 35lbs. The tools, recovery gear (including roof-mounted hi-lift), hitch, bike rack (on hitch), and full-sized spare (+40lb), added a hair under 200lbs over the rear axle.What do you estimate the weight to be with your current load out, and how much does it affect your suspension?
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Cheap is good. Those Tidy Cat buckets are great for all kinds of things. Another cheap solution is to get used icing buckets from the bakery dept of a local Walmart or HEB. Some places will charge a dollar per bucket, but most just give them away after they are empty. They hold 4-5 gallons, are food grade, and come with gasket sealed lids.I carry mine in a tidy cats litter bucket in the bed, i can fit everything i need plus some and it doubles as a seat. I know its janky but its worked for me. Before this i tried tool bags but always had stitching bust from the weight. It also keeps my stuff dry.
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My recovery gear goes in a old luggage bag.
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Yep im cheap as hell.
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I have one that is older than my son Henry (12 in March)My $5 Harbor Freight tool bag has been going strong for 6 months now :P . Granted, 6 months isnt super long, but it seems pretty durable. If I have to get a new one every year or two, it probably wont kill me heh.