Tool box for front of expand

[Big Al]

Hi all
I am confused as to what size tool box I should have on the front draw bar
I was concerned about the length because I didn't want the car to hit the
box on a tight turn or when having to do a tight u turn.
The measurement I had in mind was 1300 long 400 wide and 500 high.
I have an expanda OB so I can't go any higher.Could I go up to 1400 long and be safe.
I havent found any boxes with that size but am ok if I have to get one custom made.
Your help will be much appreciated .
Thanks in advance

 

[17triton]

Have a look at @JASA 's thread he has put one on his van with standard length drawbar and looks awesome so does @Flanders and a few others that might help too.

 

[crustt]

Here you go, how much time have you got?

http://dscustomtoolboxes.com.au/

http://ezpower.com.au/products.php?product=Aluminium-tool-box-#2055

http://www.toolboxcentre.com.au/pro...=STS&category=TOOLBOX&subcategory=TOP OPENING

http://www.boltbox.com.au/

http://www.m2otoolbox.com.au/product/toolbox.html

http://blackmaxaustralia.com.au/aluminium-one-tonner-toolbox-1450mm-en.html

http://redflagindustries.com.au/trade_toolboxes.html

http://www.utesafe.com.au/mainframe.html

 

[Capt. Gadget]

Here is mine http://www.expandasdownunder.com/threads/found-a-cheap-toolbox.1569/

 

[cruza driver]

And here http://www.aussietoolboxes.com.au/ @Big Al

What state are you in mate?

 

[AndrewC]

Here's ours. Standard length draw bar and custom made box. Did have to get a towing shank/hitch for the car that was 50mm longer though

http://www.expandasdownunder.com/attachments/image-jpg.15337/

 

[gwadir]

@Brad & Donna's toolbox looks pretty good also.

 

[Big Al]

Thanks for the replys.It seems by looking at the other threads that the tool boxes are more than 1400 long which should be ok? If anybody has more information would love to read it.
To reply to a thread I am in Melbourne

 

[Brad]

These are the drawings I did for my custom one.
Brads 18.57.5 OB

Here's the toolbox
Brads 18.57.5 OB

And here's info of where it was custom made, cost etc.
Brads 18.57.5 OB

I found out just recently that these guys make all of the boxes for lotus caravans. So they must do black checkerplate too although everything they have on display is silver checkerplate.

I think you should be concerned with length if you do not have an extended draw bar. But all I would do to work out length is hitch the van up and basically jack knife the van to see what you have to work with.

 

[Big Al]

Could you tell me the difference in length of the draw bar with extended draw bar

 

[Brad]

I think it is an extra 300mm to the length of the extended drawbar.

 

[Big Al]

Do they sometimes come from the factory with extended draw bar as our van is an out back

 

[17triton]

Do they sometimes come from the factory with extended draw bar as our van is an out back

Not normally Big Al ,you normally request when ordering. Unless the dealer asked for a few upgrades to make it easier to sell.

 

[JASA]

Hi @Big Al here's ours. I didn't get the extended draw bar (big mistake!!) so had to make do with this set up



I am very happy with it though. It does what I need it to do...and that was to carry a generator and chainsaw

 

[Big Al]

Just wanted to thank everybody for their help and information.Wishing everybody a happy and safe Christmas .One question jasa do you have any problems with tight turns .Does the car come close to the box.

 

[JASA]

Just wanted to thank everybody for their help and information.Wishing everybody a happy and safe Christmas .One question jasa do you have any problems with tight turns .Does the car come close to the box.

Hi @Big Al I have done a test and it doesn't interfere with the turning circle. Even withtthe bikes on behind the cruiser.



However, I only went as far as I was willing to stretch the WDH. I've never had to turn as tight as I did for the test in any caravan park or free camp we have done. When I hook up for our holiday I'll try it again without the WDH and take a pic for you.

 

[Big Al]

Thanks jasa you have been a great help.Have ordered the box which is alittle smaller than yours but will do the job. Thanks to every body for their imput.Its great to see people helping each other. Cheers .

 

[cruza driver]

Where did you order it from @Big Al ?

 

[Big Al]

Hi cruza driver.I ordered the box with my original measurements and with 2 openings. One at the top and one at the front.I ordered it from MW tool box and trailer centre in Bayswater Nth

 

[cruza driver]

Sounds good mate :thumb: