*** I unfortunately forgot to show a step in the process, I apologize. The spacers that I cut and used when I installed the center dividers, the ones that I clamped to the top and bottom. Afterwards, I added pocket holes to each of those at the ends, and I screwed it into the back of the 1/4th from top and the bottom. This keeps those center dividers, evenly spaced, and from bowing since I didn’t put a back on the cabinet
I have built out a lot of service trucks in the past - and have a few to go. Using Big Box stuff that just goes away or changes really sucks when you have cut wood, or welded aluminum to your build. These are the perfect solution. Thank you
Justin, thanks so much for continuing to find all these great shop organization gadgets. Love the system that you built. Keep up the good work, buddy.🎉
I dig it. I too am a bit organized obsessed. I’m Team Red, so I have PackOut for my tools. But for my camera equipment…I may be in…I’ll definitely link from your page whenever I make the leap. Just went to the site. You may have mentioned it but didn’t realize they are made with recycled plastics…even better❤
Cool video, Justin~! Those Sidio crates look like a pretty slick organization solution. Will definitely be checking them out for my own shop. Thanks much~!
While you were loading the full size crates, I was wondering about splitting it vertically. One video on their site shows that you can use the smaller dividers on the bottom, put a mat on top of them and then more dividers on the top half. Good option for things that you would need infrequently. Like you said, this isn't a solution for everyone, but definitely a good option. - Chris
oh thats a cool idea, hadn't of thought about that, im sure I will be firing up the 3d printer for some customs stuff as well, I built this with some extra room to grow into so I will be playing!
I love the concept of storage like this, but those crates are quite expensive. The same could be achieved with cheaper totes from big the box stores. Still a great build though.
You should add a support in the middle of the build. It's already bending towards the center. My feeling is that the price is a bit high for these crates If I compare them with other boxes or crates. I used to use "really useful boxes", you get many sizes and they are sturdy, although I have to say that after many years (10+) some of the boxes start cracking (I never had them exposed to the sun, but they still start turning yellow and cracking). Most Box systems don't have a nice inside divider or storage system but that can be fixed by 3d printing or building some dividers out of wood. But if someone gives me these crates for free, I will take them
There’s a pin comment at the top, I mentioned earlier in the video that I was going to reuse the spacers as rear supports, but I forgot to include the clip or I attached them. My apologies, but it does have support all through the center in the back for rigidity.
On the bottom crates, the dust can’t get in, the handle openings are closed. They do sell a insert for the other crates that I ordered it didn’t come in yet that closes the handle opening on those as well
How much racking does the unit have? That was my thought when you were talking about not putting a back on it, its not going to have as much side to side strength. I also would want the sides sitting on top of the base so that the strength isnt coming purely from the pocket hole screws. Maybe thats just me though, it depends on the type of work they are being used for. Cool idea and nice execution with the drawer slides. How much did you end up spending on it in total?
So I pinned a note, forgot to show the step that I added the spacers to the back as bracers to prevent the racking (I showed them when adding the dividers) I did the sides on the outer because of the decorative top I’m adding next, wanted the sides solid without the top and bottom end showing. For me it was two sheets ply $100, (some extra scraps I had around for some of the shelves) 12 slides($98), and around 25ft of trim ($25), feet with mounting plate $60 so in all on the cabinet around $300. Could be done for $200 without the slides but I am happy I did it, the functionality is what I cared about and it’s perfect for that. Obviously then you add the Sidio cost which all depends on how you kit them. I honestly like the $25 half size the most, almost wish I had done 3 rows of those and one row of the full size I also think most people wouldn’t add the mounting plate and lids for their application but again great for me
Great video! I really like this, and will check out the Sidio system for a future organizing project. Quick question: did you find the carcass stayed rigid with just the pocket screws? Or, once it was fully loaded, did you think any kind of anti-racking support was necessary?
I’m kicking myself because there is a part of the video that I left out, the spacer that I used when installing the center dividers, afterwards I screwed them in the back of the carcass as supports to keep it from moving and that gave it a lot of stability. I mentioned doing it, but I didn’t actually show it. I need to make a note in the description about it.
Hey, brother, quick question. Would building my own dividers out of 1/4-inch maple plywood or something similar work? I realize they won’t lock, obviously, but I’m wondering if they could slide in and out or if there’s some proprietary mechanism that might impede this. Thanks.
You can definitely do that, they just won’t lock in place. You could also 3-D print them. People have files up for free for those which is what I ended up doing for some extras.
I like the storage containers, however, I was concerned when I saw that your were not dust free. I went to their website and they now have the weatherproof bins. The cost is very reasonable.
They have a handle closure accessory that I ordered that just wasn’t in for the video. So you can either add that in or go with the weatherproof hinged version of the lid that I used at the bottom (there’s also a 3d printed option)
@@TsiRoadkillthey really are and I have been 3d printing accessories for them 👍 just checked out of the 12 one has one scratch on the inside (guessing something sharp) but it has been in the cabinet so not out in the trailer or truck where it’s rough
Not cheap but there’s a lot of other stuff I compared it against that’s more so all comes down to what the use case / needs are. If they hadn’t sent them out after asking I would have still bought them as it was exactly the solution I wanted and couldn’t find anything else with such tight spaces dividers
@@BitnerBuilt I mean, cost is all relative right? But it’s a quality home storage bin. 70$ per lidded crate with some plastic dividers is pretty insane. How does the average person distinguish this from a larger 20-30$ lidded tote without dividers? Or 15$ metal reinforced milk crates? I think the price on the large, lidded one with dividers needs to get down to 40$ or so. I’m sure it’s high quality, but when birch plywood apple boxes are cheaper, it’s kind of eye opening
*** I unfortunately forgot to show a step in the process, I apologize. The spacers that I cut and used when I installed the center dividers, the ones that I clamped to the top and bottom. Afterwards, I added pocket holes to each of those at the ends, and I screwed it into the back of the 1/4th from top and the bottom. This keeps those center dividers, evenly spaced, and from bowing since I didn’t put a back on the cabinet
I have built out a lot of service trucks in the past - and have a few to go. Using Big Box stuff that just goes away or changes really sucks when you have cut wood, or welded aluminum to your build. These are the perfect solution. Thank you
Oh man I love building out my trailers, these are definitely a solid option for that type of organization!
Justin, thanks so much for continuing to find all these great shop organization gadgets. Love the system that you built. Keep up the good work, buddy.🎉
Thanks bob! Yea love organizing!
Nice project, very practical and functional. Stay save.
Thanks, you too!
I dig it. I too am a bit organized obsessed. I’m Team Red, so I have PackOut for my tools. But for my camera equipment…I may be in…I’ll definitely link from your page whenever I make the leap.
Just went to the site. You may have mentioned it but didn’t realize they are made with recycled plastics…even better❤
Oh wow, didn’t know they make it from recycled! Another pro for the sidio crate!
Great idea for help keep smaller items organized.
Yes! Thank you!
Wow these are really reasonably priced too. Fantastic. Never heard of them before.
Yea I hadn’t seen them either till I went searching it was exactly what I had envisioned I wanted in my head so very happy with them
Nicely done, dude! 😃
The crates look fantastic!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thanks MC!
Great video Justin it turned out really cool. Can’t wait to see it all finished.
Thanks Jim! Still debating the top but leaning towards doing a river pour on that and for my desktop
Love this! Looking for something for vinyl records storage. I'd love to build this set up for my collection!
Oh yea these would be great for that!
Cool video, Justin~! Those Sidio crates look like a pretty slick organization solution. Will definitely be checking them out for my own shop. Thanks much~!
Thanks! Yea very happy with them!
While you were loading the full size crates, I was wondering about splitting it vertically. One video on their site shows that you can use the smaller dividers on the bottom, put a mat on top of them and then more dividers on the top half. Good option for things that you would need infrequently. Like you said, this isn't a solution for everyone, but definitely a good option. - Chris
oh thats a cool idea, hadn't of thought about that, im sure I will be firing up the 3d printer for some customs stuff as well, I built this with some extra room to grow into so I will be playing!
This was awesome! What colors were these? looks like "aircraft" or grey?
Aircraft! Yes I love it. Even been 3d printing additional organizers for it
Great build + video! Do your specs allow for the full sized Water Resistant lids (used in your bottom row) to be placed in the middle row?
I don’t bileve so, those are much taller but easy to raise everything 1in
I love the concept of storage like this, but those crates are quite expensive. The same could be achieved with cheaper totes from big the box stores. Still a great build though.
Sure definitely, I was just really drawn to the built-in organizational abilities on these crates 👍
You should add a support in the middle of the build. It's already bending towards the center.
My feeling is that the price is a bit high for these crates If I compare them with other boxes or crates. I used to use "really useful boxes", you get many sizes and they are sturdy, although I have to say that after many years (10+) some of the boxes start cracking (I never had them exposed to the sun, but they still start turning yellow and cracking).
Most Box systems don't have a nice inside divider or storage system but that can be fixed by 3d printing or building some dividers out of wood. But if someone gives me these crates for free, I will take them
There’s a pin comment at the top, I mentioned earlier in the video that I was going to reuse the spacers as rear supports, but I forgot to include the clip or I attached them. My apologies, but it does have support all through the center in the back for rigidity.
great video. love the crates.
is there anything stopping dust from getting in through the handle opening?
On the bottom crates, the dust can’t get in, the handle openings are closed. They do sell a insert for the other crates that I ordered it didn’t come in yet that closes the handle opening on those as well
How much racking does the unit have? That was my thought when you were talking about not putting a back on it, its not going to have as much side to side strength. I also would want the sides sitting on top of the base so that the strength isnt coming purely from the pocket hole screws. Maybe thats just me though, it depends on the type of work they are being used for. Cool idea and nice execution with the drawer slides. How much did you end up spending on it in total?
So I pinned a note, forgot to show the step that I added the spacers to the back as bracers to prevent the racking (I showed them when adding the dividers) I did the sides on the outer because of the decorative top I’m adding next, wanted the sides solid without the top and bottom end showing. For me it was two sheets ply $100, (some extra scraps I had around for some of the shelves) 12 slides($98), and around 25ft of trim ($25), feet with mounting plate $60 so in all on the cabinet around $300. Could be done for $200 without the slides but I am happy I did it, the functionality is what I cared about and it’s perfect for that. Obviously then you add the Sidio cost which all depends on how you kit them. I honestly like the $25 half size the most, almost wish I had done 3 rows of those and one row of the full size I also think most people wouldn’t add the mounting plate and lids for their application but again great for me
Great video! I really like this, and will check out the Sidio system for a future organizing project. Quick question: did you find the carcass stayed rigid with just the pocket screws? Or, once it was fully loaded, did you think any kind of anti-racking support was necessary?
I’m kicking myself because there is a part of the video that I left out, the spacer that I used when installing the center dividers, afterwards I screwed them in the back of the carcass as supports to keep it from moving and that gave it a lot of stability. I mentioned doing it, but I didn’t actually show it. I need to make a note in the description about it.
Hey, brother, quick question. Would building my own dividers out of 1/4-inch maple plywood or something similar work? I realize they won’t lock, obviously, but I’m wondering if they could slide in and out or if there’s some proprietary mechanism that might impede this. Thanks.
You can definitely do that, they just won’t lock in place. You could also 3-D print them. People have files up for free for those which is what I ended up doing for some extras.
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I like the storage containers, however, I was concerned when I saw that your were not dust free. I went to their website and they now have the weatherproof bins. The cost is very reasonable.
They have a handle closure accessory that I ordered that just wasn’t in for the video. So you can either add that in or go with the weatherproof hinged version of the lid that I used at the bottom (there’s also a 3d printed option)
That cabinet looks bowed from the weight
🤷 walked in and looked at it now, fully loaded, not bowed. Maybe camera angle
@@BitnerBuilt Aggh I see, I like those crates they look really nice. Do this lid scratch easily?
@@TsiRoadkillthey really are and I have been 3d printing accessories for them 👍 just checked out of the 12 one has one scratch on the inside (guessing something sharp) but it has been in the cabinet so not out in the trailer or truck where it’s rough
can you make it and ship it?
(just plywood cabinet?)
It’s not a hard build at all you could easily get a local woodworker to do it then no ship -
Wouldn't Sawdust get in through the handle slots?
The bottom ones are sealed, the other 8 I ordered their side cover to keep the dust out (hasn’t come in yet)
These viral TikTok bins we’re stupid expensive
I love the concept; they need to cost less
Not cheap but there’s a lot of other stuff I compared it against that’s more so all comes down to what the use case / needs are. If they hadn’t sent them out after asking I would have still bought them as it was exactly the solution I wanted and couldn’t find anything else with such tight spaces dividers
@@BitnerBuilt I mean, cost is all relative right? But it’s a quality home storage bin. 70$ per lidded crate with some plastic dividers is pretty insane. How does the average person distinguish this from a larger 20-30$ lidded tote without dividers? Or 15$ metal reinforced milk crates?
I think the price on the large, lidded one with dividers needs to get down to 40$ or so.
I’m sure it’s high quality, but when birch plywood apple boxes are cheaper, it’s kind of eye opening
Are you kidding? $150 for three boxes! I
There are a ton of solutions out there just or more expensive like Milwaukee packout (averages 90 a container) all depends on what your needs are.