Mitsubishi Projects: DIY Toolbox

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Author/ Designer/ Photographer: Guy DeWitte, May 21, 2000. Editor: Phil Hansford	Navigation Menu Mitsubishi Section Mitsubishi SUV Trail Talk Montero Sport Trail Talk OutdoorWire Front Page 4x4Wire Front Page 4x4 Parts 4x4 Tech 4x4 Trails

The toolbox, with hatches open. When closed, it looks like part of the truck.

This toolbox was made for the 2 door with rear seat removed.    However,  the rear section can be made separate and fits perfectly, even with the rear seat in upright position. The rear section flares out a bit just enough to fit snug against the wheel wells.  This allows the box to remain in place without any movement forward in the event of a sudden stop or crash.

• The stock tie-downs were relocated to the sides of the box.

• I used 3/4" plywood and small sections of pine on the interior corners and
  center strips.  The entire exposed exterior was covered in auto carpet that
  matched the truck.  When closed up, it looks to be part of the truck.

• I used it to organize my carpentry tools and to keep them out of sight.  I
  also regularly carried as much as 600 pounds of gear on top of it with no
  problems.

3D View: This gives an idea of how the doors open from the sides, top and back of the toolbox.

Rear View: two com- partments can be clearly seen in the actual picture at the top of the page.

This shows the toolbox from the driver's side: Note the access through the side windows.

The Top View: Notice how the rear section is slightly flared (3") to keep it against the wheel wells.

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