Found an awesome track tool box!

bigjae1976 · 01-13-2013, 09:24 PM

Since my 330 is always breaking and I'm helping my buddies, I bring a lot of tools. The problem is I need to rummage around to find a socket, wrench, or anything in a regular plastic tool box.

This Track Tool Box is brilliant. Just big enough to fit a torque wrench and breaker bar. It has a compartment for hardware and stuff in the top. It is not too heavy but seems sturdy. Then the most important thing, the drawers are sturdy and slide nice and smoothly. The drawers lock when you close the lid. Price? $40 from Home Depot. So I need to change brake pads? I go to my toolbox, I quickly grab a 5mm socket, extension, and ratchet. Instead of getting stabbed with my utility knife and emptying out half of the box to find the right socket.

Just thought I'd share.

1MOREMOD · 01-13-2013, 09:38 PM

yeah looks like a good idea. i usually go to the track with a minimum of tools but that time has ended. pad changes and tire changes at least are gonna be necesary.

CBS · 01-13-2013, 10:12 PM

I like it - thanks for sharing! I will need to pick one up.

Groundpilot · 01-13-2013, 10:16 PM

Thanks for sharing. This tool box looks perfect.

bigjae1976 · 01-13-2013, 10:18 PM

The biggest difference was that the drawers seemed like they would last. The craftsman and other versions seemed terrible.

1MOREMOD · 01-14-2013, 12:47 AM

i just ordered a fowler micrometer to measure my rotors. also a good thing to have.

bigjae1976 · 01-14-2013, 07:42 AM

IMO...a MUST have!

M3 Esq. · 01-14-2013, 09:21 AM

Cool. I've been using a plastic tote for my tools and spare parts. It's probably time to upgrade to something like this.

1MOREMOD · 01-14-2013, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigjae1976

IMO...a MUST have!

starting to think my cheap plastic slide micrometer was junk. i may not be below minimum thickness up front after all.

MTROIS · 03-06-2013, 08:00 PM

Jae,

I decided to check out the Husky box at the 'Depot tonight and I must admit that it does not suit my personal needs as I found it too heavy off the bat. Sure it looks sturdy but I will probably go for one of the DeWalt options (see below) which will also allow me to organize my bottles of fluid (oil, break, etc) as well as a few spare parts.

Thanks for the advice though.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/2027105...3#.UTflhBG9KSN

Or even...

http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/2033671...3#.UTfnBBG9KSM

bigjae1976 · 03-07-2013, 11:25 AM

I looked at those. I wanted the drawers so my tools stays organized. This was the best option IMO for something with drawers. The problem I had with a similar Dewalt box is trying to find stuff.

With the Husky box, I just put it on top of my box, grab it and go to the track. Yeah it's heavier but it's not like I have to carry it everywhere. One time to load, unload, load then unload. Not bad unless you have an injury that precludes lifting 40-50 lbs.

I don't put anything in the box Crazy like my sledge hammer. The only downer is I can't fit the impact...not a big deal. I do carry just about any tool needed for a trackside fix...and for other people's trackside fix.

01-13-2013, 09:24 PM	#1
bigjae1976 Brigadier General Drives: 04 330Ci, 11 E90 M3 Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 4,145 iTrader: (8)	Found an awesome track tool box! Since my 330 is always breaking and I'm helping my buddies, I bring a lot of tools. The problem is I need to rummage around to find a socket, wrench, or anything in a regular plastic tool box. This Track Tool Box is brilliant. Just big enough to fit a torque wrench and breaker bar. It has a compartment for hardware and stuff in the top. It is not too heavy but seems sturdy. Then the most important thing, the drawers are sturdy and slide nice and smoothly. The drawers lock when you close the lid. Price? $40 from Home Depot. So I need to change brake pads? I go to my toolbox, I quickly grab a 5mm socket, extension, and ratchet. Instead of getting stabbed with my utility knife and emptying out half of the box to find the right socket. Just thought I'd share. __________________ Sponsored by Momentum BMW #593...We Bleed BMW BLUE!
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01-13-2013, 09:38 PM	#2
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,633 iTrader: (3)	yeah looks like a good idea. i usually go to the track with a minimum of tools but that time has ended. pad changes and tire changes at least are gonna be necesary. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings & bearings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster knob\|Euro header\|Eisenmann sport\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Turner race pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|CSL brakes\|RS19s\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|Apex studs\|

01-13-2013, 10:12 PM	#3
CBS Captain Drives: E90 M3 - E60 528xi Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA Posts: 924 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2013 BMW X3 [0.00] 2011 BMW M3 E90 [4.83] 2009 BMW 528xi [0.00] 2008 BMW 328xi [0.00]	I like it - thanks for sharing! I will need to pick one up. __________________ ESS VT-1 550 \| M24 Oil Cooler \| Fall Line Half Cage \| RaceTech 4009W \| 6 pt Harness \| Rear Seat Delete \| Motion Control DA Dampers w/remote reservoirs \| 900/650 Hyperco Springs \| RD Sport Sway Bars \| Brembo 380 BBK \| GC Camber Plates \| Michelin Cups \| GTS Black Wheels \| Eisenmann Sport \| Stack Gauges \| Painted Challenge Front Lip \| Painted ZCP Rear Spoiler \| Xpel Ultimate Film \| LuxAngelEyes

01-13-2013, 10:16 PM	#4
Groundpilot Captain Drives: 135I DCT , e92 M3 DCT,535 I Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: long island,ny Posts: 602 iTrader: (0)	Thanks for sharing. This tool box looks perfect. __________________ David

01-13-2013, 10:18 PM	#5
bigjae1976 Brigadier General Drives: 04 330Ci, 11 E90 M3 Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 4,145 iTrader: (8)	The biggest difference was that the drawers seemed like they would last. The craftsman and other versions seemed terrible. __________________ Sponsored by Momentum BMW #593...We Bleed BMW BLUE!

01-14-2013, 12:47 AM	#6
1MOREMOD Major General Drives: at a moderate pace Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: garage Posts: 6,633 iTrader: (3)	i just ordered a fowler micrometer to measure my rotors. also a good thing to have. __________________ 02 Tiag e46 M3\|6MT\|GC plates\|MCS c.o.\|GC race control arms\|GC bushings & bearings\|BW eng. & tran. mounts\|subframe kit\|BW race shifter\|BW Jaffster knob\|Euro header\|Eisenmann sport\|K&N c.a.i.\|Epic race tune\|Turner race pulleys\|Seibon CF hood\|CSL bumper\|CSL brakes\|RS19s\|SS lines\|half cage\|Recaro profi\|Profi 2 harness\|BMWpedals\|Apex studs\|

01-14-2013, 07:42 AM	#7
bigjae1976 Brigadier General Drives: 04 330Ci, 11 E90 M3 Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 4,145 iTrader: (8)	IMO...a MUST have! __________________ Sponsored by Momentum BMW #593...We Bleed BMW BLUE!

01-14-2013, 09:21 AM	#8
M3 Esq. Mind of an effing scientist. Drives: Safely Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: CT Posts: 1,097 iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 328i XDrive [0.50] 2013 BMW M3 [0.50]	Cool. I've been using a plastic tote for my tools and spare parts. It's probably time to upgrade to something like this. __________________ 2013 M3 Coupe Jerezschwarz/Speed Cloth/Competition/DCT/BMW PE/CF Bits/Dinan Goodies/Volk TE37SL 2011 328i XDrive Alpineweiss/Premium/Convenience/Sport

03-06-2013, 08:00 PM	#10
MTROIS Major Drives: on the wrong side of the Ocean Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 1,072 iTrader: (0)	Jae, I decided to check out the Husky box at the 'Depot tonight and I must admit that it does not suit my personal needs as I found it too heavy off the bat. Sure it looks sturdy but I will probably go for one of the DeWalt options (see below) which will also allow me to organize my bottles of fluid (oil, break, etc) as well as a few spare parts. Thanks for the advice though. http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/2027105...3#.UTflhBG9KSN Or even... http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/2033671...3#.UTfnBBG9KSM __________________ 2008 M3 Coupé \| BMW CCA Member

03-07-2013, 11:25 AM	#11
bigjae1976 Brigadier General Drives: 04 330Ci, 11 E90 M3 Individual Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 4,145 iTrader: (8)	I looked at those. I wanted the drawers so my tools stays organized. This was the best option IMO for something with drawers. The problem I had with a similar Dewalt box is trying to find stuff. With the Husky box, I just put it on top of my box, grab it and go to the track. Yeah it's heavier but it's not like I have to carry it everywhere. One time to load, unload, load then unload. Not bad unless you have an injury that precludes lifting 40-50 lbs. I don't put anything in the box Crazy like my sledge hammer. The only downer is I can't fit the impact...not a big deal. I do carry just about any tool needed for a trackside fix...and for other people's trackside fix. __________________ Sponsored by Momentum BMW #593...We Bleed BMW BLUE!

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