box for....

[59apache]

maybe camping gear, tools, something else...
i build this box for a camping trip, just to keep the stuff in place.
3 sides, 1 roof, frame of angle-iron, plywood simple riveted to the frame.
the box is bolted to bed, the tailgate makes the 4th side.

el cheapo.....but works!

 

[drgreg]

I like it. Every application has many solutions, yours is very nice.

 

[RAYZER]

I think its a great idea! When you go trailblazing your stuff won't go sliding all around.

 

[nnero]

How easy is it to remove the box in case you want to use the full bed? Nice job BTW.

 

[59apache]

very easy. 6 screws to remove. 2 persons 5 minutes (arms are to short to hold the nuts under the bed )
i used 8mm bolts and selflocking nuts.

more pics available, if wanted.

 

[gunboy1656]

I like it, nice and simple.

But out of curiosity, why bolt it down and not make it a little bigger so you can use the stake pockets?

 

[59apache]

no curiosity...
i need to make it higher than the sides, otherwise the ammoboxes won't fit.
on the long side you have to bolt it down for stability.
if you brake, heavy parts break thru the wall.

and at last...
i have the plywood at home, nothing to buy.
ist was a spontaneous idea....
i was sitting in the back of the deuce and told my dad that the have no storage place to keep the stuff from flying away and get wet. decision: come one, let's build a box.
takes about 2 hours to build and works good.

 

[gunboy1656]

Since you drilled holes in the bed for the bolts why not tack nuts on the outside of the holes, that way you can eliminate the other person for installation and removal?


I am trying to get ideas.

 

[59apache]

at 1st, i was in hurry. 2nd welding a nut results often in damaged thread. 3rd : selflocking nuts (with nylon rings) are not weldable.

but it is an idea, of course. if you want to install or remove it a few times its worth it.

 

[nk14zp]

Does the TUV have to inspect the box?