I'm planning to build a storage box this weekend for my JK. I want something secure for my gear when I have my soft top down and a place to keep things organized and not shoved under me seat or in a bag.

My Idea:

-100% secure
-Removable when not needed
-Flip lid w/ tray (dividers for gear, also removable when you need to carry large items in box, or carry tray to camp site or job site)
-Carpet inside box and diamond plate top (clean looks)
-Flip up floor to get to storage area
-Tie downs to mount cooler or other item's to top of box
- Hi Lift jack mount on top (you see what I mean when pics are taken)


Any suggestions to make it better?? What would you like in a detailed organized storage box for your JK??

 

-Covered dividers on the tray (sort of like one of those plastic tackle box containers with all the little dividers but bigger) so that you dont get things all mixed up going down the trails.
-"Case handles" on the outside, the type that you let go of and they fold down.
-Water resistant
-some sort of light. No fail I allways need to get into it in the dark and it is a pain to have both hands full with one hand holding the tray and the other is holding the flash light. To boot after you move the tray the tool you need will be right infront of you.
-an uncarpeted divider for a roll of duct tape. I hate sides that are caked in fuzz from carpeting. Besides it is a great multi-use tool to have around. Especially when your best friend cant shut up.
-a power inverter near it in case you need it. Yes I like battery operated power tools but some just plain suck. -Edit- and yes I take a cordless drill with me, I am too impatient to not take it.
-Oh wait almost forgot a fridge next to it to keep the beer cold.

 

My only suggestion is to make 2 and let me know when I can drop by and pick mine up!

 

Hows about a large, flat type pelican case or Spacecase bolted to your rear floor area? You could then mod it out with carpeted lining, tie-downs etc. Use big washers and a blind nut on the underside and big washers/ spring washers and wing nuts inside the box for security and ease of removal when you want to. Only downside is no access to the jack compartment.

 

Sounds like a tall order for a weekend. How about a pull out tray or box for the access to the floor compartment? Seems like a flip up floor would have things on it that would have to be moved. Or maybe no floor at all over the flip up portion? Are you fitting it to the entire cargo area ? (Irregular shape) Or fitting the largest rectangular box you can?

You've got me thinking on this one again. This is something I want to to do as well. I think I may whip something up on sketchup this weekend. I'll post some pics if I have any breakthrough concepts to contribute.

 

I second LEEREED. Add another to the list! Already can't wait to see the pics.

 

I am wanting to make something like that also, can't wait to see pics.

 

What are the dimensions you are thinking of? I like the idea of a light inside it and one that can be attached for nighttime work in the rear via a 12 volt connection like a a cig lighter.

I like the neoprene idea for the flooring to keep the rattle down. I'm not a big fan of the draw concept but I like the idea of a box within the box. I carry the top peice of my craftsman tool kit that has draws for all the wrenches. If you could just insert that inside that would be great. (less transport just pull the box)

If a CO2 or tank could be part of it that would be great and have a connection to the outside of the box. Maybe a mini box inside for OBA compressor with tank.

Shelf on the inside of box with little pockets for random items that are critical like the lug nut lock, tire gauge, etc...

 

watertight so my tools don't get rusty and my other (textile) items don't get mouldy!

 

So here it is!!! First, thanks to my DAD for all his help on this! It is not complete but you can see what it looks like and how it works. I still need to install latches, carpet, lights etc......

The flat part behind the hinge on the top is where the high lift jack will be mounted, the fold down front will have supports to act as a tailgate.

Any other ideas you have to improve it, please let me know!










My wife giving me a look that says hurry up and finish this so you can take me to dinner