Best storage containers.

[bheff]

I thought I would throw in a small review of a storage container that I use. For years I have used Sterilite or Rubbermaid containers while storing things and organizing for camping trips. When a trip came up, I wold grab the container and load it into the truck. Usually the lid would pop off, or I would have to find a way to secure the lid so it wouldnt blow off. Plus they stack very poorly. I found a container made by "Best plastics" It holds 27 gallons, and up to 750 lbs. The best part is they cost about the same as a rubbermaid or sterilite. They are $9.99 at my Home Depot, and a few dollars more at Lowes.

The lid is very secure and highly doubt that the lid will ever blow off while going down the road. If I were worried about it, there are six holes that line the perimeter to attach ropes or straps.

The lid also has a deep (1.25 inch) recess that allows you to stack additional boxes on top.

These are by far the best container for the money that I have found. Top is 30.5'x20.5'x41.25'

 

[LandCruiserPhil]

Are there other sizes available?

 

[bheff]

I believe there is a smaller size, but honestly I have never looked for it.

 

[e9999]

looks good.
I do try to always get rainproof lids though so I can leave them outside if need be.

 

[Assassin]

nice. i will pick up a couple of these..........

 

[sirenmoses]

I'll wait for a real Rain/Snow world test, as my up-top stuff needs to be light, and is thus vulnerable to weather.


Pelicans are the way to go, in my book, but they very spendy, and some heavy.



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[raydouble]

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I just landed in middle school somehow.

 

[titanpat57]

I just landed in middle school somehow.

She was addressing Fatticus...not you, gaydouble...

I bought 2 of those yesterday...and they do rock...just one small problem I see.

There is no way to seal any moisture out from the holes that are cut out. The holes themselves seem like a great idea...but the edge seal falls short of doing the job. I'm sure you could apply a self stick, that may do a good job, but it would have to thin, so the locking feature still works.

I suspect if you used these on your roof and hit hard rain....the contents are geting wet....especially if there's a wind driven rain driving it along the edges.

 

[bheff]

I agree the holes around the edge will lead to moisture getting in. however, they are world better IMHO than a rubbermaid/sterilite. Water isnt much of a problem for me since I travel with them inside. Hopefully a trailer is in my future even then, I plan on them being covered.

 

[LandCruiserPhil]

I believe there is a smaller size, but honestly I have never looked for it.

I like the concept but I could not find a smaller size on the Net or Home Depot.