Propickup Digital Magazine
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Truck Bed Drawer Tool Box Truck-Tool-Box.com manufactures truck bed drawer storage boxes for pickup trucks and utility bodies. The bed boxes are constructed of all-aluminum material. All bed boxes are built in the United States and come with a 10-year warranty. The bed boxes come in standard and heavy duty models that range from 48 inches to 96 inches long. Custom sizes are also available. truck-tool-box.com; (866) 790-1815. Bedslide Bedslide 2000 Pro HD (left) is made for contractors, carpenters or craftsman with heavy-duty, full sized trucks. The slide-out allows easy, safe and secure access to a full ton of tools, supplies or equipment. Features include integrated A-TRAC sidetrack system with four adjustable heavy-duty tie-down cleats and 8-inch perimeter side rails. Full-width grab bar gives easy access from either side of your pickup, with multiple locking positions for safety and convenience. Rubberized skid-proof deck helps keep your tools or cargo in place. bedslide.com; (888) 807-0099. clutch mechanism for the knob for added security. Also consider the types of floors, liners, and coatings that are used. Some manufacturers offer powder-coated units, while others use spray-on bed liner materials to reduce skidding and further protect from the elements. Some use stainless steel or high-quality aluminum for the main components, which are excellent in conditions where rust is a big issue. The bottom line is to do your research. Bed-mounted sliding cargo-storage systems are an excellent upgrade for any work pickup. But your investment is only as good as the product you choose. Fleetwest The Load'N'Go Powerbody is a transferable service body up-fitted with a generator, compressor, welder and battery booster/charger. It universally fits Ford, Dodge and GM 1-ton pickup trucks. Features include a control panel in the side compartment for easy access and a 1,000-pound capacity slide-out parts drawer. The Load'N'Go Powerbody also has built-in forklift tunnels for easy transfer from one pickup to another, as well as the AirNArc 150 All-In-One Power System with an 18hp Kohler engine. fleetwest.net; (866)497-7200. Northern Tool + Equipment This unique system stores tools securely in a truck's wheel well or behind a van's third passenger seat. It has a stainless steel door hinge at the bottom of the universal door that opens from the top down to a stop at 90 degrees. This 5-drawer truck box fits pickups with bed liners, tonneau covers and caps. The steel surface is coated with iron phosphate and is powder coated for a rust-resistant finish. northerntool.com; (800) 221-0516. Tuffy Security Products Highway Products Highway Products of White City, Oregon now offers its Pickup Pack – a custom storage system that combines quick and easy access to stored cargo, lockup security and maximum storage for work trucks. When closed, the hatch locks the tailgate, making the bed area secure and weather resistant. An optional 2,000-pound capacity Roller Coaster cargo tray slides your cargo out of the truck bed fast and easy. This marinegrade aluminum unit is available to fit all truck brands, models and bed sizes and comes with a five-year warranty. 800toolbox.com; (800) 866-5269. Tuffy Security Product's Heavy Duty Gear Drawers are perfect for anyone wanting organization and heavy duty security. These drawers are specifically designed for outdoor use and are completely encased, producing an extremely weather-resistant design. Patented Pry-Guard II locking system with a 1/4-inch-thick steel latch, the drawer can be latched closed without locking for convenient access. The slide-out system also features heavy-duty reinforced 1/8-inch and 16-gauge-thick welded top cross supports, and the top is rated to 2000# evenly distributed. tuffyproducts.com; (800) 348-8339. propickupmag.com PROPICKUP 45 PP0413_Slider Storage.indd 45 3/15/13 1:03 PM