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Old Mar 26, 2026 | 06:23 PM
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Does anyone have anything decent looking that they store tools in the trunk for a road trip?
I generally just find a big enough bag and throw everything in.
now that the trunk is finished and looks good i was thinking of a box that can sit in the corner and i just load it up when ready to go. Any suggestion on what others might have used?
I am thinking something like this but smaller and cover it in my left over leather material

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Old Mar 26, 2026 | 09:48 PM
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Anything decent looking would look really out of place in my trunk

but I do like this old tool box that my dad gave me 50 years ago. It's been a big part of my life.



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Old Mar 26, 2026 | 10:32 PM
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I have an old army surplus 50 caliper ammo box I use for a road trip tool box. It's not the prettiest thing but it's amazing how many tools fit in it, and it doesn't take up much space. I've thought about having a friend of mine who has a Corvette shop do a custom paint job on one, maybe flames or an airbrushed Corvette crossed flags on a Roman Red box to match my 62. He likes doing fun odd ball side jobs like that for friends and his better customers. He's done some really neat Kitchenaid blenders for people.

Griot sells some really nice complete tool sets in briefcase type cases, but they're not cheap.

https://www.griotsgarage.com/usag-17...dard-tool-set/

GM used to offer kits similar to the Griot kit in a molded plastic case for a whole lot less money. At the moment I couldn't find them on any GM websites, but they may still be available.
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Old Mar 27, 2026 | 02:01 AM
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What ever you end up with should be well secured .
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Old Mar 27, 2026 | 08:13 AM
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I’ve never had to use any of it but it’s there if I need it.
It’s a conversation point at car shows, old school stuff.



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I also have a 50+ year old tool box in my wife's '62. I just made a cover from the same carpet as the trunk liner.



And yes, I have had occasion to to use it - 600 miles from home.



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Had one of these when I was in the service. Can probably get one at any Army/Navy surplus. Holds just enough important tools and not easy to slide in trunk. Been using mine for 40 years . 11.5X7X5.25 OLIVE DRAB COTTON TOOL BAG
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Originally Posted by jforb
Anything decent looking would look really out of place in my trunk

but I do like this old tool box that my dad gave me 50 years ago. It's been a big part of my life.


haha this is how I usually roll on my other cars
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Originally Posted by cbernhardt
I also have a 50+ year old tool box in my wife's '62. I just made a cover from the same carpet as the trunk liner.



And yes, I have had occasion to to use it - 600 miles from home.

this is something closer to what I’m looking for
I like what every one is using
all great ideas
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Old Mar 27, 2026 | 06:45 PM
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Rusty, you built a beautiful car, I get it you want a clean trunk but with tools you may need. It’s a Corvette make it look like a (tasteful) tool box, not a makeup case.
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