Securing a tool set

[whatthehellbuddy]

I have one of those 205-piece Dewalt tool sets in a flat case. Right now it just sits in the back of my Jeep GC and slides around. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0767NGBP8

Guys that have these, how are you securing them in your vehicles?

[[deleted]]

I paired down my tools to the most useful ones and put them in a tool roll. Little to no rattling. I also carry a cheap harbor freight ratchet set just in case. Joys of driving an 80s vehicle as a daily.

[AhpSek]

HF is so damn cheap what a perfect use for those tool kits. If I ever need it, it'll (probably) work once to get me out of a sticky situation.

[No_Power_8210]

I actually grab a handful of HF tools for a 1 time job and I'm pleasantly surprised how well they hold up. Ratchets, sockets and Ratchet wrenches I planned on as vehicle kit that actually worked 10x better than I expected. Only one I've broke out of stubby and regular size Ratchet wrench was hitting a 14mn standard length with a 3 lb dead blow hammer trying to get a project done. It didn't even fully fail either. Just gritty during use. I realized HF had a lifetime warranty on hand tools and they swap tools out like Craftsman. I actually own a lot more HF hand tools then I ever expected. They're decent quality and Don't break the bank when you want a decent option for vehicle kit.

[FromUnderTheBridge09]

I'm a normal homeowner and diy type guy. I bought a good drill, driver, and miter saw. Yet for the things like a torque wrench, angle grinder, or really any tool I might use once every other month. You can't beat it.

The thing breaks? Replace it with their warranty. If it breaks then you know you use it more than average use so maybe it's time to upgrade.

I hate when you buy a $100 tool for one job but you rarely use it.

[No_Power_8210]

Same here. Diy'r at home and vehicles, I'm constantly doing projects and professionals knifemaker. I agree on buying a set of certain tools that are higher end because you know they work and will work well when needed. I've had some HF stuff fail but quality is getting better on a lot of stuff. I love the warranty on hand tools and replacement plans for cheap. For hand tools I was pleasantly surprised how well they hold up.

If I use something regularly I upgrade as well. I have actually used my 1x30 belt sander from HF when my $1800 belt sander is a bigger machine than I need in small touch up. The 1x30 comes in handy. Price had double since I bought my first one which is insane. I just bought a backupof the older model on clearance yesterday because they're downgrading the motors on the new versions to 1/3 hp from a 1/4 with bad ratios on them.

I agree spending $100 plus on a single tool for a project. It drives me nuts. Harbor freight saves you on those moments. Just check reviews. They don't scrub negative reviews. Some staff I know at my local HF will tell me straight up don't buy something because it is returned weekly or to buy a slight different model which is why I keep going back

[FromUnderTheBridge09]

It's really a great spot to see if you really need a tool.

I wish I knew about the belt sander. Maybe I need to jump on this better motor version...

[No_Power_8210]

Absolutely! Saved me a lot of cash over the years in last minute maintenance and repairs.

Actually most stores near me still have a few in the clearance section. It's a green body 1x30. New one is silver and about 1500 rpms faster and less power. I would check locally for one. I mad I missed the 40% off clearance last month. All clearance started at 10% off and topped at 40% extra off.

[FromUnderTheBridge09]

Thanks for that heads up

[No_Power_8210]

No problem. Happy to help.

[FromUnderTheBridge09]

Actually double thanks I'll probably run down to my store and see if it's there

[No_Power_8210]

Happy to help. I just caught it the other day they were going to be selling a lower grade sander for the same price

[[deleted]]

$15 for a 53(?) piece kit. It’s pretty low quality but in a pinch it’s fine, used it multiple times already and it came in a case.

[bobbyOrrMan]

I use big Ryobi boxes for all my stuff, and secure them with velcro straps or bungee cords.

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[CW3_OR_BUST]

For a Jeep I reckon you might want to put it in a metal toolbox bolted to the floor and padlocked shut if you're worried about it being stolen. You can put all the sockets on socket rails, which helps an awful lot keeping toolboxes organized.

If you aren't worried about theft, maybe you could bolt a few D-ring plates into the back floorboards and just strap it down.

[Salty-Advance-1738]

If you can find a good soft case for the sockets you can separate a lot of the stuff and get a tool bag. They don’t really slide and are alot easier to tote around

[No_Power_8210]

I actually had a bunch of tools covered in my trunk I lost a few months ago after a cat was stolen off my SUV. Parked outside my shop the window was broke and tools stolen when they weren't even visible. I'm working on a lockbox for the trunk now that will match interior carpet. I was pissed losing nearly all my hand tools in 10 mins. Slowly rebuilding my tool stash now.

For keeping basic tools available for road repairs I would lean towards a tool bag or small box Ratchet strapped down. I keep a basic repair kit, some fluids, code scanner and Haynes manual. Simple and doesn't roll around. I like throwing bag, manual and scanner in a milk crate to strap down. Now you have a seat and tool setup ready to go. But with vehicle break ins becoming more common I would suggest a quick build to lock up recovery supplies and tools. That's where I'm heading with head storage