locking storage box
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locking storage box
i have an 89 and a 94 and l like them both, but i cant help but look longingly at these older trucks with locking storage areas built into the side. i carry tie-town straps which i would love to be able to lock away along with a socket set etc.
having a box-mounted toolbox doesnt work for me ... i need every bit of box space i can get for hauling scrap. stowing them behind the seat would create a filthy wet mess back there ... i dont consider that an option.
my question is ... why did ford discontinue this feature ... my guess would be rust but would like to hear from you owners.
having a box-mounted toolbox doesnt work for me ... i need every bit of box space i can get for hauling scrap. stowing them behind the seat would create a filthy wet mess back there ... i dont consider that an option.
my question is ... why did ford discontinue this feature ... my guess would be rust but would like to hear from you owners.
Fleet Owner
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: NorCal
i have an 89 and a 94 and l like them both, but i cant help but look longingly at these older trucks with locking storage areas built into the side. i carry tie-town straps which i would love to be able to lock away along with a socket set etc.
having a box-mounted toolbox doesnt work for me ... i need every bit of box space i can get for hauling scrap. stowing them behind the seat would create a filthy wet mess back there ... i dont consider that an option.
my question is ... why did ford discontinue this feature? ... my guess would be rust but would like to hear from you owners.
having a box-mounted toolbox doesnt work for me ... i need every bit of box space i can get for hauling scrap. stowing them behind the seat would create a filthy wet mess back there ... i dont consider that an option.
my question is ... why did ford discontinue this feature? ... my guess would be rust but would like to hear from you owners.
It was probably based on relatively low demand and simplification of the production process...less cost vs profit margin for the option.
Cargo Master
Joined: May 2010
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From: NW Indiana
Tool boxes are plastic in the dents. The box would be pretty easy to make however the door could prove challenging depending how nice you want it to look.
Why not just get some sort of premade tool box and weld it into the bed?
Why not just get some sort of premade tool box and weld it into the bed?
Cargo Master
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From: Eagle River, AK
I like the dentside storage boxes too. Just one more thing that sets them apart from the newer trucks...
I have also seen some pretty decent custom bumpers with storage built in. Just another thought if you have any fab skills.
I have also seen some pretty decent custom bumpers with storage built in. Just another thought if you have any fab skills.
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