Totes or boxes for bed organization

WISluggo · Jul 22, 2017

I got my retrax pro mx installed today and I am looking for a tote/plastic box or two for road trip supplies, etc. any of you guys running some organization in the bed?

bassheadhemi · Jul 24, 2017

I'm simply using a cargo bar https://www.amazon.com/Heininger-4016-HitchMate-Stabilizer-Full-Size/dp/B000FOUB8M
With divider

I have Rubbermaid Roughneck boxes and also use large carabiner snap hook to secure stuff to the bar

jawzs2 · Jul 24, 2017

Check out the undercover swing case, it comes in both driver and passenger sides

https://www.amazon.com/Undercover-S...automotive&vehicleId=4&vehicleType=automotive

Skubasteve! · Jul 24, 2017

I put a chain from front hook to back hook, one on each side. That way I can run a bungee or tie down from anywhere.

BiGMERF · Jul 24, 2017

Been looking for something like this too. Think I'll get the bar and some Rubbermaid totes

abouttobeglue · Jul 25, 2017

Got this for $25 from tractor supply, firs under the tonneau cover, going to put some anti skid pads on the corners, but so far it stays near the cab. Was going to do the swing boxes, but couldn't stand the thought of putting holes in the bed.
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/storage-trunk?cm_vc=-10005

ScottFL · Jul 25, 2017

I just ordered a box today, didn't need one as big as yours. I just need to carry my emergency jumper, couple towels, gloves & other odds and ends.

Ziplock Weathershield - LINK

BTW, highly recommend the Heininger cargo bar, this thing is stout!

BiGMERF · Jul 25, 2017

ScottFL said:
I just ordered a box today, didn't need one as big as yours. I just need to carry my emergency jumper, couple towels, gloves & other odds and ends.

Ziplock Weathershield - LINK

BTW, highly recommend the Heininger cargo bar, this thing is stout!

i checked out the link.. it says 17" by 12" tall.. isnt that a bit small?

ive never measured from bottom of the bed to the top... but im thinking its taller than a foot? or ami going crazy and missing something

Skubasteve! · Jul 25, 2017

I have a couple heavy duty husky bags, that I just bungy to my chains. They have all my extra balls and bungees, and tie downs etc in it. I keep my first aid, bug spray etc in the hidden cubbies under the rear floor mat.

Something like this, had it for years its held up great:
Husky 18 in. Tool Bag-82003N11 - The Home Depot

ocwill1 · Jul 25, 2017

I have a couple of these

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01969AC8A/ref=twister_B015SWTV22?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

ScottFL · Jul 25, 2017

BiGMERF said:
i checked out the link.. it says 17" by 12" tall.. isnt that a bit small?

ive never measured from bottom of the bed to the top... but im thinking its taller than a foot? or ami going crazy and missing something

It is definitely not huge but 17.75 X 23.56 and 11.2 tall is plenty for what I'm going to keep for an emergency. I really wanted something dust & waterproof to avoid mildew here in the swamp we call Florida. After all if I buy something bigger I may be tempted to lug around more that I will never use.

My emergency pack:
STANLEY J5C09 Jump Starter / Compressor
Leatherman multi tool
gloves
towels
Cold Steel Bowie Bushman w/ fire starter
roll of duct tape
and of course one roll of toilet paper.

Comes tomorrow, I'll post up a pic when I get it packed up, should be a nice box to have in the back....

Of course I'll always have at least a 9mm on myself and sometimes a AR pistol in cab as well.

So with that I should be doing okay.

BiGMERF · Jul 25, 2017

ScottFL said:
It is definitely not huge but 17.75 X 23.56 and 11.2 tall is plenty for what I'm going to keep for an emergency. I really wanted something dust & waterproof to avoid mildew here in the swamp we call Florida. After all if I buy something bigger I may be tempted to lug around more that I will never use.

My emergency pack:

STANLEY J5C09 Jump Starter / Compressor

Leatherman multi tool

gloves

towels

Cold Steel Bowie Bushman w/ fire starter

roll of duct tape

and of course one roll of toilet paper.

Comes tomorrow, I'll post up a pic when I get it packed up, should be a nice box to have in the back....

Of course I'll always have at least a 9mm on myself and sometimes a AR pistol in cab as well.

So with that I should be doing okay.

I'll look for the pic.

Who would pack their EDC in the bed of their truck ? Lol. Ar ok maybe. But not the EDC !! Lol

ScottFL · Jul 27, 2017

Got my "just in case box" put together. Not totally waterproof, but dust and moisture proof and being under the tonneau it should be fine.

Sure I could have bought something bigger, this is for what if...
And it is small enough to put in the back seat if I need to load up the box.

BiGMERF · Jul 27, 2017

nice blade... looks good for what you wanted.. i want something bigger.. a box that would hold my essentials and have extra space in case the wife pulls the lets stop at walmart to grab items" on me.. which usually turns in to about 10 bags worth of crap..

Rado · Jul 27, 2017

abouttobeglue said:
Got this for $25 from tractor supply, firs under the tonneau cover, going to put some anti skid pads on the corners, but so far it stays near the cab. Was going to do the swing boxes, but couldn't stand the thought of putting holes in the bed.
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/storage-trunk?cm_vc=-10005

It leaks alittle but I just keep tow straps ,anti freeze and washer fluid in it
I am using a box just like that,
https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/storage-trunk?cm_vc=-10005
, I hold it in place with a tie down strap from Harbor Freight 4$ for 2
https://www.harborfreight.com/set-of-2-1-inch-x-12-ft-lashing-straps-67386.html

WISluggo · Jul 27, 2017

I ended up getting two 26 gallon totes from Home Depot and they are working out great

ScottFL · Jul 28, 2017

BiGMERF said:
nice blade... looks good for what you wanted.. i want something bigger.. a box that would hold my essentials and have extra space in case the wife pulls the lets stop at walmart to grab items" on me.. which usually turns in to about 10 bags worth of crap..

I'm already set up for being a grocery getter.

brianw0048 · Jul 28, 2017

I like the net, where'd you find that at?

ScottFL · Jul 28, 2017

I looked around and found this one with 4" mesh and jumped on it at Amazon, just checked and they are out of stock:

LINK

BiGMERF · Jul 28, 2017

Im thinking of ordering THIS

Ratchet bar plus net

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