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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 05:47 PM
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Hey, was looking into buying a aluminum tool box for my truck, i just have a few questions what size should i be looking for i have a 99 short box reg cab, would a "full size" tool box fit my truck? Also i am not sure of what color to get i have a dark green truck and a black grill guard, i would like your opinion because i can't decide.

Quick question about a high flow cat are there different sizes, i have 2.5 inch pipes.Thanks
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 06:18 PM
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That one will fit and I would go with black. Dose not make much cents to got a polished one will a black grill guard.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 06:19 PM
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a full size tool boxes are made for for full size trucks and go with black diamond plate would look bad ***
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 07:16 PM
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i agree with the above...gloss black aluminum is amazing...i just got one recently then painted my bed rail caps to match...i love it
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 08:32 PM
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Dude, I need one horribly. I wouldn't go with anything other than a gloss black. And don't put carpet in the bottom. I've seen people do that, and if a little bit of grease gets on it, it gets all sloppy and gets grease on everything and eventually rots away. Does anybody know of some good brands? I've seen some at AutoZone for around $250, but how well are they built?
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 08:40 PM
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Husky,weather guard,kobalt?
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by EndIsNear
Dude, I need one horribly. I wouldn't go with anything other than a gloss black. And don't put carpet in the bottom. I've seen people do that, and if a little bit of grease gets on it, it gets all sloppy and gets grease on everything and eventually rots away. Does anybody know of some good brands? I've seen some at AutoZone for around $250, but how well are they built?


No, i wouldnt put carpet in it, i also thought black would looks good since i have the green on black look already i was looking to get one used but some brands i have been looking at are Dee Zee and Delta but there a little pricey.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 09:36 PM
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i agree with the above...gloss black aluminum is amazing...i just got one recently then painted my bed rail caps to match...i love it
I really like the look of yours the black/red looks nice, do you know the dimensions of the tool box? and is it installed with the J hooks?
 
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Old Apr 26, 2009 | 11:56 PM
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thanks, im not sure the dimensions right now, i can check for you tomorrow..its DEEZEE brand...i love it..the keyhole SUCKS on it and its hard to get the key to even go in it....but its a very good constructed heavy duty box..way better than my last..as far as installation goes, my last box was just drilled into the bed and i just did the same for this box, i used slightly bigger screws for a tight fit and re drilled into the existing holes..works good. very sturdy BUT it was pricey like you said i payed about $250 for it
 
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Old Apr 27, 2009 | 01:57 AM
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i would check out any local farm supply stores like atwoods....they might have slightly cheaper versions
 
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