ammo boxes
Feb 8, 2010 | 11:31 AM
#21
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That could work too. I guess if you built a frame you could install studs in the back and use wingnuts to make for easy removal unless you don't want to make the holes in the truck to begin with.
Feb 8, 2010 | 01:34 PM
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Feb 8, 2010 | 01:40 PM
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From: Northern Colorado :-(
I like the ideas in that first link the best. I'm going to head to home depot and find some L shaped brackets and get some wing nuts.
Feb 12, 2010 | 07:01 PM
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if you have a military surplus store around or you have seen military ammo boxes i have found a great emergency tool set/food storage. the smaller rectangular boxes fit perfectly in the rear storage compartments of my 4runner. i got two for myself with the original intention to keep them strapped into my camping storage tote. but i was messing around and found that these things fit perfectly inside the storage compartments on either side of the cargo areas in the 2nd gen 4runners. these ammo boxes are watertight so they are perfect to keep emergency non-parishable emergency food in. i currently have fit the following into one box.
1. 3/8" drive ratchet
2. 2" and 6" 3/8" drive ratchet extension
3. rail of metric 3/8" sockets
4. varying sizes of screwdrivers
5. headlight
6. 3 road flares
7. small flashlight
8. metric gear wrenches
9. pliers
10. diagonal cutters
11. alumaseal
12. and one shop towel to keep all the tools from rattling in the box.
they usually run between 6 to 9 dollars per box. larger ones are available
1. 3/8" drive ratchet
2. 2" and 6" 3/8" drive ratchet extension
3. rail of metric 3/8" sockets
4. varying sizes of screwdrivers
5. headlight
6. 3 road flares
7. small flashlight
8. metric gear wrenches
9. pliers
10. diagonal cutters
11. alumaseal
12. and one shop towel to keep all the tools from rattling in the box.
they usually run between 6 to 9 dollars per box. larger ones are available
Feb 12, 2010 | 09:00 PM
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From: Calgary, AB
just a small sample of my collection
Feb 23, 2010 | 06:40 AM
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From: Mundelein, IL
In my ammo box, I keep the following...
1 .45 automatic.
2 boxes of ammunition.
4 days' concentrated emergency rations.
1 drug issue containing antibiotics, morphine, vitamin pills, pep pills, sleeping pills, tranquilizer pills.
1 miniature combination Russian phrase book and Bible.
100 dollars in rubles.
100 dollars in gold.
9 packs of chewing gum.
1 issue of prophylactics.
3 lipsticks.
3 pairs of nylon stockings. --2
1 .45 automatic.
2 boxes of ammunition.
4 days' concentrated emergency rations.
1 drug issue containing antibiotics, morphine, vitamin pills, pep pills, sleeping pills, tranquilizer pills.
1 miniature combination Russian phrase book and Bible.
100 dollars in rubles.
100 dollars in gold.
9 packs of chewing gum.
1 issue of prophylactics.
3 lipsticks.
3 pairs of nylon stockings. --2
Anyways, I keep some shackles, tow strap, assorted tools and odds and ends in my ammo cans. I'll get a few more in there eventually and store some more stuff tho.
Feb 23, 2010 | 07:42 AM
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From: Downtown Heckronto, Ontario, Soviet Canuckistan
I have an ammo can for, of all things, ammo and targets.
It also houses:
* Grass (2 bags)
* Mescaline (75 pellets)
* High-powered blotter acid (5 sheets)
* Cocaine (1/2 salt shaker)
* Uppers
* Downers
* Screamers
* Laughers
* Tequila (1 quart)
* Rum (1 quart)
* Beer (1 case)
* Raw Ether (1 pint)
* Amyls (2 dozen)
e: (note to mods: this is a poorly executed movie reference, I don't have a drug collection)
It also houses:
* Grass (2 bags)
* Mescaline (75 pellets)
* High-powered blotter acid (5 sheets)
* Cocaine (1/2 salt shaker)
* Uppers
* Downers
* Screamers
* Laughers
* Tequila (1 quart)
* Rum (1 quart)
* Beer (1 case)
* Raw Ether (1 pint)
* Amyls (2 dozen)
e: (note to mods: this is a poorly executed movie reference, I don't have a drug collection)
Last edited by Magnusian; Feb 23, 2010 at 07:46 AM.
Feb 23, 2010 | 08:04 AM
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From: DFW, Texas!
Also, if you extended-cab guys want to keep them from sliding around while under the bench seat, you can stick a swath of 2" Velcro (the prickly half) on the side of the can. Rolls of the stuff can be had at most any hardware store.
Feb 23, 2010 | 12:18 PM
#38
I just add all my work to my build thread (link in sig). If you, or anyone else, need any measurements, just ask. Thanks for the compliment.
Love the ammo can. Much more room than the stock console, and I can lock it in the summer when the hard top is off. Obviously, thieves can still get in if they're motivated, but at least it's a deterrent. Thanks.
Love the ammo can. Much more room than the stock console, and I can lock it in the summer when the hard top is off. Obviously, thieves can still get in if they're motivated, but at least it's a deterrent. Thanks.
Feb 23, 2010 | 01:17 PM
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From: Antelope Valley, SoCal
I have an ammo can for, of all things, ammo and targets.
It also houses:
* Grass (2 bags)
* Mescaline (75 pellets)
* High-powered blotter acid (5 sheets)
* Cocaine (1/2 salt shaker)
* Uppers
* Downers
* Screamers
* Laughers
* Tequila (1 quart)
* Rum (1 quart)
* Beer (1 case)
* Raw Ether (1 pint)
* Amyls (2 dozen)
e: (note to mods: this is a poorly executed movie reference, I don't have a drug collection)
It also houses:
* Grass (2 bags)
* Mescaline (75 pellets)
* High-powered blotter acid (5 sheets)
* Cocaine (1/2 salt shaker)
* Uppers
* Downers
* Screamers
* Laughers
* Tequila (1 quart)
* Rum (1 quart)
* Beer (1 case)
* Raw Ether (1 pint)
* Amyls (2 dozen)
e: (note to mods: this is a poorly executed movie reference, I don't have a drug collection)
Don't mind me, just subscribing. I have several .308 and .50 cal cans I use for ammo, but I really need to get some big mortar/rocket/whatever cans. I have seen a few that were converted into panniers for dual sport bikes.
Feb 25, 2010 | 04:00 PM
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here is my list of things that fit in both my boxes
Tools:
two metric socket sets 8mm-24mm (3/8 and 1/4 drive)
metric combo wrenches 10mm-19mm
2 crescent wrenches large and med
pliers
needle nose pliers
channel locks
wire cutters
hammer
full screwdriver set
allen/hex/torx bits and driver
Emergency and Repair:
1 gallon of water/antifreeze
folding shovel
extra fuses
various light bulbs
tow strap
jumper cables
lots of zip ties
spare plug wire
electrical tape
folding razor blade/knife
3 different sized hose clamps
various nuts and bolts
ratchet strap
mini first aid kit
small flashlight
2 green glow sticks
tire plug kit
1 qt. of oil
small bottle of brake fluid
JB weld Stick
need to get list:
spare radiator hose
spare belts
ABC fire extinguisher and mount
Tools:
two metric socket sets 8mm-24mm (3/8 and 1/4 drive)
metric combo wrenches 10mm-19mm
2 crescent wrenches large and med
pliers
needle nose pliers
channel locks
wire cutters
hammer
full screwdriver set
allen/hex/torx bits and driver
Emergency and Repair:
1 gallon of water/antifreeze
folding shovel
extra fuses
various light bulbs
tow strap
jumper cables
lots of zip ties
spare plug wire
electrical tape
folding razor blade/knife
3 different sized hose clamps
various nuts and bolts
ratchet strap
mini first aid kit
small flashlight
2 green glow sticks
tire plug kit
1 qt. of oil
small bottle of brake fluid
JB weld Stick
need to get list:
spare radiator hose
spare belts
ABC fire extinguisher and mount
