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Kenobi
27-12-2009, 19:23
Yeah just wondering if anyone can make a suggestion on a toolbox sub £50

Thanks
RoboEK
27-12-2009, 19:28
What sort of size are you after?
how about this
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_74 3669_langId_-1_categoryId_165667

its no where neer as good as there profesional/advanced range but its alot of storage of the price.
Bass J
27-12-2009, 19:32
Spend some extra cash and get this - http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_17 7693_langId_-1_categoryId_165572cm_cr=No+Campaign-_-Web+Activity-_-07-JANSALE-WORKSHOP-M-1-_-PRODCAT_ESPOTMAIN_165532-_-07-JANSALE-WORKSHOP-M-1

Halfords advanced tool box ...its got nearly everything you need ...best £100 ive spent ..its now 89.99 :ho:
Kenobi
27-12-2009, 19:34
Spend some extra cash and get this - http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_17 7693_langId_-1_categoryId_165572cm_cr=No+Campaign-_-Web+Activity-_-07-JANSALE-WORKSHOP-M-1-_-PRODCAT_ESPOTMAIN_165532-_-07-JANSALE-WORKSHOP-M-1

Halfords advanced tool box ...its got nearly everything you need ...best £100 ive spent ..its now 89.99 :ho:


Cant afford that dude.

Im after a rugged box think not like a draws thing.
Kenobi
27-12-2009, 19:44
Cant afford that dude.

Im after a rugged box think not like a draws thing.


http://www.focusdiy.co.uk/Powertool-Accessories/Stanley-Mobile-Workcentre/invt/214945

Im thinking this would be good for me.
clee
27-12-2009, 20:22
Why?
Are you thinking of taking it on holiday with you ?
Feck me :sad2:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FAITHFULL-TBC517-METAL-CANTILEVER-TOOL-BOX-17-5-TRAY_W0QQitemZ190319247463QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Ga rage_Equipment_Tools_Tool_Boxes_Storage?hash=item2 c4fe94067
JRP
27-12-2009, 20:23
Dont you run htec elite? surley you could source one at trade?
Kenobi
27-12-2009, 20:36
Dont you run htec elite? surley you could source one at trade?

Yep, but thats £17.50
jonnyshaw49
27-12-2009, 21:15
hi mate best place for cheap tools is tools today.co.uk. youre gonna struggle at £50 though

http://toolstoday.co.uk/shop.php?sort=price_low&sec=cat&cat=46&search_type=&search_this_x=&search=&Submit=&x=22&y=13&page=6
car.crash
27-12-2009, 21:25
if your on a budget your best going down the car boot sale.
Adam L
27-12-2009, 21:27
If you're not willing to spend money on tools, don't bother atall.
Robbo
27-12-2009, 21:48
iv got 2 good screwdrivers out of a christmas cracker if your short:ho:
rs250nut
27-12-2009, 21:53
If you're not willing to spend money on tools, don't bother atall.

How many times have you slipped with a **** spanner and ripped all the skin off you knuckles. Does not happen these days though as I have shares in snap-on..
Spooky
27-12-2009, 21:54
How many times have you slipped with a **** spanner and ripped all the skin off you knuckles. Does not happen these days though as I have shares in snap-on..

Thats also a good reason to buy an impact gun :D
rs250nut
27-12-2009, 21:57
Thats also a good reason to buy an impact gun :D

It is on the list of things to buy along with a shot blast cabinet, compressor, engine crane
Spooky
27-12-2009, 22:03
Could do with a crane come to think of it :crap:
jonnyshaw49
27-12-2009, 22:32
best place for them is toolstoday.co.uk its full of bargains ive just spent £1000 and got loads
Bass J
27-12-2009, 22:49
Cant afford that dude.

Im after a rugged box think not like a draws thing.

Ah ok ..worth a try ...thats the best for value i recon ...it has everything to strip down a full mk1 clio in it :cool: believe me i have :laugh::laugh: