It's quite stout. A customer saw me struggling to get on the bed one day, and he suggested making the tool box lid into a step. I think it'll make life much easier! Grandpa's doing good. It is amazing! He was out running the tractor just a few days ago.
Nice box! I cheat, don't have a break, so small angle or square tubing... Makes nice quick solid frame. Great to see someone getting around at 102!!!! Looks like he gets around better than my dad...he's almost 80...
Sweet! Just found your channel after Googling "how to build metal truck storage boxes" - We're converting a '97 Thomas School bus into a motorhome. I (Brian) just learned to weld using MIG (skills getting better every day with practice). One of the projects we're going to do is build passthrough storage under the school bus. The bus is a rear-engine pusher, so we don't have to worry about building around the driveshaft. The way you constructed this box gives us a ton of ideas for building our bigger, longer version of it. We'll look for more videos on your channel to learn from. Thanks for showing how you did this. - Brian + Erin
Yep, 1914. He started farming with horses. Now he uses a cell phone and his tractor has a fancy computer on it to tell him acres and all kinds of things. That's quite a change!
That was one fine box and durable enough that it shouldn't bend flex or kink in any way.... much better than I would of done, like I said I'm 70 now but building a tool box was not in my pay grade should add a hydraulic slave cylinder to work on the finger brake that is old as grandpa/LOL... good video
Nice work on the box, I was just thinking the other day I sure could use a finger brake when I was making cab mounts for a dodge Dakota.. I need a shop but it'll probably never happen anymore at 58
Like your international truck, want one to. I think a 68 69 loadstar for my rental horse property work hauling dirt shavings,rock sticks water,hay and mostly for all the money I make with the horses ha,ha. And videos Are NOT boring I can't work this machine very good don't know how to correct my mistakes that I make good work bud
Yes, 102 ! Fantastic, great to see your grandad. Liking all your videos too, your inventive and lateral thinking is eye opening and thought provoking, thankyou.
Thanks! I asked Grandpa if he'd do a couple interviews on camera, and he said yes. But whenever we pick a time, he isn't home. I really want to get him talking about his life!
Doggy! Coldest day we've had this Fall is 19 F and it did freeze over their little pond. The ducks were having fun ice skating and pecking at the ice, but the next day it was in the 50's and the ice is gone.
I guess it is to late to make this suggestion now. But make sure you seal that box well. Because being behind the rear wheels, it will see a lot of dirt, mud and water. And you don't need any of that infiltrating into you tools. But very nice boxes and I like your metal brake myself. If you decide to upgrade, I'll take your old one. Thumbs Up!
Thanks! he's doing good. He got pneumonia back in December, had to stay in the hospital a couple weeks. When he got home he said he doesn't want to leave the farm again!
Not really, if you use small diameter cylinder and set the pressure control valve to a low by-pass pressure you should be 100's.It would save a lot of strain on your back.
That came out good Matt, I like the hinge set up. I did sheet metal work all day every day for 25 years. I love it when your Grandpa comes by, so awesome.
Thanks Dave! I'm happy with it. 25 years! Wow! I don't do much sheet metal work, but I do enjoy it. It requires a lot of thought and patience. It is great when comes by! :)
Damn 102 yrs old seems like he still knows what's going on around him.
He passed his driving test a few days ago to renew his license! He's very happy about that. He'll be 104 this August!
Good looking box!!!!!💯💯💯💯💯
Great build. Like the steps on using the break!
Thanks! :)
You need to put a lever of some sort of your metal brake and then you wouldnt be working so hard.
Wow, I couldn't believe that there was no flex when you stepped on the toolbox lid. It is so awesome how well your grandfather is doing.
It's quite stout. A customer saw me struggling to get on the bed one day, and he suggested making the tool box lid into a step. I think it'll make life much easier! Grandpa's doing good. It is amazing! He was out running the tractor just a few days ago.
Damn good box and step -up and down. Nice work mate...nice work shop too! Grandpa.... Keep on truckin! ;-) Andy Kelly UK
Nice box!
I cheat, don't have a break, so small angle or square tubing... Makes nice quick solid frame.
Great to see someone getting around at 102!!!!
Looks like he gets around better than my dad...he's almost 80...
Sweet! Just found your channel after Googling "how to build metal truck storage boxes" - We're converting a '97 Thomas School bus into a motorhome. I (Brian) just learned to weld using MIG (skills getting better every day with practice). One of the projects we're going to do is build passthrough storage under the school bus. The bus is a rear-engine pusher, so we don't have to worry about building around the driveshaft. The way you constructed this box gives us a ton of ideas for building our bigger, longer version of it. We'll look for more videos on your channel to learn from. Thanks for showing how you did this.
- Brian + Erin
This is why TH-cam was Invented.
102 thumbs up for GRAND PA !!!!!!
God Bless and keep him.
Damn you could just make those tool boxes and make a killing. Found this video looking for ideas as storage under my 84 c 70
Your very good. I've had these made before. Half the time they look horrible. If want to build me 2 let me know. We can ship them out I live in Utah.
What gauge sheet metal where you bending ? 16gauge?
Toolbox turned out great! Tell grandpa we said hello. You are very lucky have him stop in. All the best!
John
Very lucky indeed! And Thanks!
Holy cow! born in 1914?! Amazing. Nice job on the cabinet. Very handy indeed.
Yep, 1914. He started farming with horses. Now he uses a cell phone and his tractor has a fancy computer on it to tell him acres and all kinds of things. That's quite a change!
did i miss ga. of sheets? - nice job, thanks for share
Oh, that step feature is awesome!
grandpas are so awesome! i miss mine
Great job. The truck is coming along nicely. The truck looks like an International
Thanks! And it is. Model S1954 with DT466 and 10 Speed. It's so much better than the F350 I had setup as a welding truck before.
Great choice on a welding truck. The DT466 engine is a real workhorse. That truck should serve you well for a very long time.
How much is the weight?
Enjoyed, nice build and stout as you used it as a step....what gage metal?
Thanks! I think it was 16 gage. I bought the sheet several years ago, so I can't recall.
That looks great!
Thanks!
nice!
Thanks mate, that door sealing design is exactly what I wanted to see before I made the canopy for my truck.
That was one fine box and durable enough that it shouldn't bend flex or kink in any way.... much better than I would of done, like I said I'm 70 now but building a tool box was not in my pay grade
should add a hydraulic slave cylinder to work on the finger brake that is old as grandpa/LOL... good video
Nice work on the box, I was just thinking the other day I sure could use a finger brake when I was making cab mounts for a dodge Dakota.. I need a shop but it'll probably never happen anymore at 58
Like your international truck, want one to. I think a 68 69 loadstar for my rental horse property work hauling dirt shavings,rock sticks water,hay and mostly for all the money I make with the horses ha,ha. And videos Are NOT boring I can't work this machine very good don't know how to correct my mistakes that I make good work bud
What gague sheet metal are you using for the Box Body?
never mind, I see that you answered you though t it was 16. Thanks for showing us how to do these things.
Yes, 102 ! Fantastic, great to see your grandad. Liking all your videos too, your inventive and lateral thinking is eye opening and thought provoking, thankyou.
How thick is the sheet metal you're using? 1/8?"
Add a shelf in the top to hold blades and discs, peg to hold the wrenches to change them.
Special moments with grNdpa
Like your welding truck would like to have ainternational
Nice looking fab work and cool to see Grandpa still visiting out in the shop. Hope I'm still able to do that if I even make it to that age!
Damn nice tool box and what a sweet Grandpa you have. Enjoyed watching the video, thanks for sharing.
Thanks! I asked Grandpa if he'd do a couple interviews on camera, and he said yes. But whenever we pick a time, he isn't home. I really want to get him talking about his life!
Excellant idea, I used to have a Grandpa like that and still use his tools everyday. He inspired me to become a metal worker.
Sou novo no canal, mas já sou seu fã moro no Brasil estado São Paulo cidade Taquaritinga!
what gauge metal did you use?
16 gauge
Grandpa he's wonderful
I've had me a hydraulic cylinder on that antique
Is that a Sam 400 I’ve got one just like it if so
That was a great build to watch! And looked like Grandpa liked it, too. 👍
Nice Video 102 Wow that is Awesome
Could you do a walk around of the truck?
It's on my list. Hopefully very soon! :)
+Wide Vision Metal Fab Thanks can't wait to see it
"So I can stand on it"
doooood!!! awesome :)
Damn good tool box 😎🖒
Real cool. Ran a S1600 for years really tuff trucks. Even grandpa in the shop now that's awesome!
Thanks! I got Grandpa to agree to an interview on camera, but every time we set a date, he disappears to town that day. I like your Lincoln 400!
Awesome. Ya she's a dirty ol girl that 400. Going to make a trailer for it soon.
Oh, Oh I saw a puppy dog! Ducks are probably frozen to the pond.
Doggy! Coldest day we've had this Fall is 19 F and it did freeze over their little pond. The ducks were having fun ice skating and pecking at the ice, but the next day it was in the 50's and the ice is gone.
Very nicely done. Hey to grandpa! Wonderful gift to have him around Matt.
Jim
Thanks! He's full of good advice, too! :)
I guess it is to late to make this suggestion now. But make sure you seal that box well. Because being behind the rear wheels, it will see a lot of dirt, mud and water. And you don't need any of that infiltrating into you tools. But very nice boxes and I like your metal brake myself. If you decide to upgrade, I'll take your old one. Thumbs Up!
Thanks! I was prepared to add a gasket of some sort, but so far, I've had no mud,dirt or water get in to it!
Hey mate, liked and sub'd love your videos. Great work!!!
Thanks! And welcome to my channel! :)
Nice toolbox! how's grandpa doing!
Thanks! he's doing good. He got pneumonia back in December, had to stay in the hospital a couple weeks. When he got home he said he doesn't want to leave the farm again!
r u concerned about water/snow rusting your tools? Also awesome idea adding the step/cover
No, rust isn't much of a problem here. Unless that box has a bad leak somewhere, they should be fine.
Nice job!
good job bro
So, no need for any kind of weather stripping to keep dry? The bends around the opening and door take care of that? Great job!
Thanks! Yep, the bends seal it up nice. Haven't had a drop of water in there yet! And that's saying something considering it sits behind the tire.
Great build Matt. Nice sheet metal work. How thick was the sheet metal?
Thanks! I think it was 16 gage. I bought the sheet several years ago, so I can't recall.
Well done
nice job, I like the way you made the sides to keep the water out around the door.
Thanks! I guess I'll find out soon if it's water tight. Rain/Snow in the forecast for this weekend.
Now you have to paint the old one.
Thanks,
John
As well as the rest of the truck! :)
Good project. Turned out great.
Thanks! I'm happy with it!
nice work.
Thanks Phil! :)
Nice job! Thanks.
Thanks! :)
Cool overhead camera angle. Cheers
Thanks for letting me know! :)
Aa
you should fit hydraulic cylinders to your press-break, it will make your life a lot easer,
Then I'd overload it and brake something! :)
Not really, if you use small diameter cylinder and set the pressure control valve to a low by-pass pressure you should be 100's.It would save a lot of strain on your back.
As usual good job !
Thanks! :)
Nicely done.
Thanks! :)
Good job
Thanks!
That came out good Matt, I like the hinge set up. I did sheet metal work all day every day for 25 years. I love it when your Grandpa comes by, so awesome.
Thanks Dave! I'm happy with it. 25 years! Wow! I don't do much sheet metal work, but I do enjoy it. It requires a lot of thought and patience. It is great when comes by! :)