This tool box is PERFECT for a van (and everywhere else) |

[@syntrax-og]

6:36 I'm calling it right now. Next video about this, you're going to complain about how bad the handles are and that you have to take everything out to get 1 piece out, and how much better drawers are.

[@willbros1499]

The second he showed the "future drawer system" that is coming out, I thought..."Yeah, he'll have that after he's tried to use that system a few times." There's a reason mechanics who use tools every day have systems with drawers!!

[@miquerto]

From Adam Savage: first order retrievability. When there are several steps to get the tool you need... that's annoying. However, for a no rattle vehicle setup, this is very cool.

[@maxbrap]

You need the drawers, I have $2000 worth of this stuff and it's annoying AF to get something from the bottom box. I'm going to build shelving for my van so I don't have to unstack everything to get a tool

[@domalash]

I was thinking the same thing but the other tool box wasn't portable or dividable. If you're working under a car or anywhere away from the vehicle it's nice to bring a group of tools in a small portable box or two boxes. And the top sections are almost like drawers with lids. But I don't like the foam sections in the bottom, that's nutso. That's for big power tools imo. I would rather more 1/4 heights so each foam has it's own case maybe and maybe a 1/2 height if a few power tools can fit in them like a cordless drill and impact wrench with batteries.

[@retailresidence3217]

the drawers on the packout are the best

[@stevaone]

Normally I am cheap about some things, but I am willing to spend on things that I need to last, in the end it is worth it!

[@mattgies]

"buy once, cry once"

[@dannym1642]

Who else has been saving those stickers for 20 years trying to find a good spot to put them.

[@SUPERFUDSTER]

Guilty

[@jared.davidavich2786]

and will be saving them for the next 20...

[@Gflow68]

Not me I use them instantly😂

[@scorchedearthdj]

I feel seen

[@dorhocyn3]

Half the companies that I still have sticker saved for have either gone bankrupt or been re-bought by other companies. Hurst shifters

[@aweldum]

Milwaukee tool employee here (specifically tied to the group that designs and develops these tool boxes :) ) and long time BKXC subscriber... stoked to see these worlds collide *Que powerman5000*. See you on the trail!

[@VanCan]

I don’t need another toolbox, but now I want this one.

[@kan-zee]

6:24 😂🤣👍 *I've been FOAMING AWAY* 😂🤣👍 7:37 KNIPEX electronic cutter thingys 😂🤣 *Knipex Electronics super knips comfort grip*

[@redleader7358]

I glued plexi glass to the foam and it makes for a solid foundation.

[@johnsonjay60]

Knipex is an awesome brand. All their tool especially their channel locks

[@smoothisfast6644]

Tin snips to get the wolverine sticker.

[@reidlanham2011]

Definitely. Cut it out and slap a magnet on the back!

[@mattgies]

Or just keep using the toolbox as-is, in the shed or garage.

[@GeorgeLoch]

No Wolverine left behind! *snikt!*

[@bboggio28]

If the drawers and everything are shot from the box get an angle grinder and cut the side out. Mount the panel somewhere. Maybe in the van.

[@CaliradoKid]

A place for everything. And everything in its place.

[@sloanNYC]

I don't own many Milwaukee tools, but the Packout is so well built and versatile... I invested in one set for main stuff and use cheaper boxes/systems for secondary stuff. The little organizer tubs have holes on the back to hang off screws too. Really well thought out.

[@user-nh3gu1ge3d]

Yeah, I almost didn't buy them because the price can get pretty crazy but after the initial sticker shock, I've never regretted buying them. Very good system.

[@4xmatt]

I have this permanently mounted in the back of my Jeep - it’s a great system. I can’t wait for the drawer version for easier access. I have one setup for 4wheeling and another for biking - no complaints yet!

[@abstraddic0442]

Nic B , You cant really ever be too prepared. Getting pretty handy there bro ! Great job.

[@theoldgoat4525]

No, but there's this think called "the law of diminishing returns." You can keep spending and adding to the point where it just isn't worth it.

[@BryceRehder]

Welcome to the club! I picked up a Packout Compact Tool Box for a bike box a few years back. After years of hard use, it still looks new, functions perfectly. I ended up doing a very similar build for the back of my van/truck to swap all my tools back and forth. Milwaukee has really impressed me.

[@joe5305]

I’m a yard dog and just bought the rolling pack out about a week ago and bought the mid size 75lb today. Love it

[@charlierush9910]

Cut the old box up, and use the panels with stickers as wall art.

[@n0nka]

That was my thought as well. Black metal wall art with your vintage sticker collection. Can't beat that.

[@xxsk83rxx13]

Clicked on this video because I saw Milwaukee. I am one of those crazy Milwaukee fanboys you talked about haha. I Always enjoy watching review videos on more packouts and how others organize their tools. Don't know how the heck in the world your retailer had several in stock, they are almost completely gone off the shelf when they become available at my Home Depot. Also, I too have that craftsmen tool chest, although I use it as a stationary set up at my parents house since I do not have a garage of my own, it's a great little tool chest. Also, if you are ever in the market for cordless power tools, Milwaukee is where it's at ;) Great video!

[@williamwoods8970]

Great guide for not just the tool boxes, but the what tools and retaining systems to put into the them.

[@ltdanyj]

I agree that when the drawer system comes out, it'll be a better solution for you

[@DUB2NR]

I have the same Knipex and love them!!

[@GTDrummingman]

Was not prepared to see how banged up the old tool box was!

[@jimmyduffer9769]

Thanks for the review. I am going to go for it. Waiting for the drawers. This will free up a ton of space for me. Thanks

[@danielbuchanan2224]

I still have stickers in my night stand that are about 20 years old because I can't decide where to stick them.

[@ktm250xcw]

Oooohhh, W E R A allen wrenches! Nice quality brand which goes nicely with the Waukees.

[@timhenery7718]

what a timely post. I was in homedepot yesterday making the same choices. Thanks for the review and post. Also thanks for posting that MT will be making a newer version with sliding trays.

[@roymichael851]

Nice!! And I like the van set up for the bike, thanks for sharing bro, gonna make your new set up work for my bike travels, RV destinations, etc...

[@jamesglezos]

Great Choice Brian! At my work, I sell the packouts all the time they are the best. I always recommend them if customers are trying to buy a new toolbox

[@cheefbaconator6078]

I live full time in my van and the tool solution I'm most happy with is my Harbor Freight tool kit that packs into a flat case that can side into small spots with minimal footprint. My bike specific tools are on a separate plastic bin that stacks with my bike parts bin and my bike cleaning bin. The real menace is my home improvement tub where I keep my woodworking stuff and power tools for building new interior stuff

[@LittleTicoy]

I had that exact same sticker way back when. Thank you for doing this video. Gave me ideas to create a mini travel tool box to take with me when I go riding.

[@epicstuff1217]

What the berm peak sticker? I want to ride and Seth‘s backyard😂

[@scottylawson9472]

Didn't even realize you were missing what looks to be a pair of Knipex pliers wrench? One of my favorite tools ever? You can send it my way. Lol

[@lanetaylor4278]

"Except Wolverine. I've saved this for like for 25 years before sticking it to something" - love it! You are as bad as me. I've hung on to a "Fear The Mullet" sticker about the same amount of time and finally put it on my RTIC water bottle a couple months back. That's a hard thing that most will never understand : )

[@rsbikelab1800]

I have a ProMaster Van set up very similar to yours. I use a Pedro's Burrito Tool Roll for my bike tools in my van. It carries every common bike related tool I need and it doesn't rattle or roll around at all. Much quicker access for your tools too.

[@michaelroot2736]

I also use the Milwaukee Packout system to keep my riding gear in in my truck. I use the big one for my shoes, helmut, knee pads, and gloves. I also have the smaller toolbox to keep my on the go tools in. I absolutely love them.

[@Alexbeauchesne1]

Hey Brian! long time no see!! 7:50 the nippers make the best nail clippers. soo much more precise than the normal clippers!! cheers!

[@RVAMTB]

I'm a Milwaukee fan. I think they build good quality stuff. I don't think you be disappointed. That said, let us know next year how they held up. My drills are 4 years old and still awesome.

[@1980Johnnie]

@BKXC they have cleats you can buy separately and can place on your case for go pros so you can clip it onto the Milwaukees as well

[@basharmatrix6099]

If you stil have the tool box you can use some ptfe (teflon) to gently remove stickers. You can buy sheets bars and rods of it on Amazon. I used a chissel i made out of 1/8 in sheet to remove a shipping lable from a cardboard box without even any of the brown box fibers sticking to the label. Worth a try to save the sticker

[@WanderingRad]

Super rad...well designed and ready for action! Now if you would help me organize our van to fit our kids bikes more easily...growing pains! Thanks for spreading the stoke!

[@AdventureAwaits4u]

Jeep people and overlanders are starting to use these as well. I plan on doing something similar for my LJ. Thanks for sharing. Great video. 👍🏼

[@chancehodges4623]

Glad to see this. Im saving up for a van and have all my tools from when i did trades in my packout tool boxes

[@lionelhernandez34]

I have an organizer attached to my tail gate used for small accessories and fasteners, I work off my tailgate ladders and materials in and out sheet metal fab off the gate etc. been in place about a year zero damage so far.

[@hardtruth2039]

You could not have made a better choice. I own two full stacks as well as additional boxes for my truck and RV.

[@Scott-J]

I just went through my cheap plastic bins o' bike tools and parts. Seeing a solid system with the foam inserts is about 100 times better than what I'm doing. And really, if it lasts, the cost for the system isn't that bad. Thanks!

[@patdrumm3770]

I got the RIGID versions of this stuff. Priced a lot better and the one thing I really like is the open top crate that they sell with it too. Either way, nice stuff and great solid storage solutions.

[@synago_scribe]

Hey man, I don't think in the end you will regret buying into Milwaukee's system. I bought into the RIDGID system last year and have since expanded it as my needs change. I think now that you're somewhat vested so-to-speak, you can grow the system as your needs change. The upcoming drawers are something I "REALLY" wish the RIDGID stacking system had. Cheers.

[@marcinwilusz]

We love those DIY project. Great stuff Brian!

[@jimbarron8688]

I love your outlook on things. Too many of these tool fan boys are more all about the red boxes than the tools inside and why you have them.

[@rideguide1157]

We just did a post about the pack out on Instagram. It is so cool!!! It is an expensive investment but we are so happy with it. We have it in our Jeep and it holds all our cycling and car tools!

[@tiffwjones]

I'm proud of you for installing that yourself.

[@jcmymtb1258]

Keep everything in your box!! It’s not like you’re carrying it on your back when riding!!

[@tracymcmanus550]

I have the Dewalt version of this type of system. I went with Dewalt because we had them at work and they were outstanding, they were less expensive than the Milwaukee, and they had ones with drawers

[@charlielafont3627]

these are the strongest plastic boxes ever they will last a life time

[@TheCrashingDad]

I bleed milwaukee red 😂 this makes me so happy....

[@bloodreport146]

route out a shallow shaped section for the base plate on the drawer slide, enough to let the boxes clear the top 🙂

[@MitchellGWhitehead]

You've convinced me to try the foam. I was worried it would look horrible but yours looks fantastic. Great video brother.

[@Black_Onyx]

The thing with the new tool box vs the old one , is that now to get the tool box open, you need to slide the whole thing out of the van so you can open the toolbox. Not the best move for me.

[@johnsonjay60]

And taking them out eventually breaks them. Been thru a cpl brands, I've had the best luck with rigid

[@Swiney52]

Milwaukee is coming out with a box that will have drawers www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Storage-Solutions/PACKOUT/PACKOUT-Tool-Boxes/48-22-8443

[@johnsonjay60]

@@Swiney52 Chinese junk just like Dewalt. Not a power tool tho. That's kinda sick tho, I like how it holds the drawers shut.

[@nathanpaice7394]

@@johnsonjay60 the packout system is made in israel not china

[@ismaeltiscareno445]

@@johnsonjay60 TTI is the parent company of both Milwaukee, and Ridgid, Ryobi as well. Both packout Milwaukee and ridgid boxes, are probably made in the same factory in Israel. TTI rates Milwaukee as their "premium" contractor grade tools. Not the same for Ridgid and Ryobi.

[@JaredForkner]

Would love a follow up on your experience with the system. I'm about to replace my 5 different tool bags/boxes with a full packout setup.

[@bkxc]

It has been pretty great for me. Especially since I take my tools up to my property back and forth. So I can keep everything in the garage nice and tidy, and load it into the car. I ended up taking it out of my van because I didn't need all that stuff!

[@ccbean1980]

Love the pack out system. I honestly never considered it for my bike stuff though. Good idea.

[@tylerburns9983]

If you peel the sticker off you can make it into a magnet. You can buy magnet sheets with adhesive backing on Amazon

[@mtbsack590]

Very nicely done this is a project I feel will really help. Thanks for the inspriation! I think the slide drawers on the other Milwaukee kits look like the deal.

[@wurlabyscott]

Been debating the Milwaukee for my bike tools, thanks this helped.

[@wurlabyscott]

@@RealMTBAddict going to get the mounting system and mount on wall, really like how they all fit. Thanks for reply 👍

[@AndreasHappyfarm]

1:38 Knipex literally the best tool. I use it all day in my shop

[@chadfren]

those Germans make some quality tools

[@Jaredcouture12676]

I have a stack of those in the back of my Subaru Outback. Don’t like work trucks 🤣 The packout stuff is awesome. No sliding around. The vacuum would probably be handy for you too.

[@MonsterChuck]

I use that same system for my bike tools. Great boxes!

[@netposerx]

Too funny. I've used a boxee Craftstman in my van for a couple of years. Makes a great step stool to get into my bed.

[@joshuamacdonald4913]

I am considering something like this . I'm an RV tech and I can be 4 hours away from the shop (one way). The thing is I need ALOT of tools and parts on hand. You also need to be ready to get a call at 3pm and be ready with everything you need on hand without going back to the shop.

[@chrisstrazzulla8962]

Hi, great video. I love Milwaukee tools and the Packout system too. By the way they just launched a Packout with pull out drawers (a 2 and 3 drawer option available). I really like the M12 and M18 impact and drills. Cool bike repair stand too! Stay safe and healthy!

[@Aepek]

There are lots of 3rd party “plates” out there can buy and work great. Also, can cut the mounting plate you have and make it a bit “lower profile” if wanna do that Cheers

[@maz_mtb3266]

Great setup. Drawers are obviously better, but that looks real good!

[@jakemoran6325]

Love the video!

[@TheMeta6]

Wera and knipex! Great choices!

[@stevendeckert6373]

Yeah, IME as a general contractor, the packout boxes are worth the premium price. You can find deals at HD every once in a while. The new packout drawers are pretty great.

[@jonduppong1527]

Seriously great video!

[@MTBPlaygrounds]

Nice kit BRIAN!

[@tobylestrange4081]

Love this video. Good luck for the future!

[@davidshuttleworth415]

I’m a Milwaukee fan. I use the same boxes for my Jeep gear n tools

[@Sokrates66]

You can lower the baseplate height with a custom by almost 2/3. 10 mm is enough and you also can go much smaller in foot print of the base.

[@dustythewhale3809]

I have the thinner of the 3 for all my electrical repair tools at the shop. Can leave it on my tool cart because it has a little hole for a lock.

[@ravensnflies8167]

oh and i guess im a little late but you could rout the table down and recess the packout plate if you really want a little extra room between it and the bottom of the storage box hanging above as show in your vid. maybe even get away with cutting the carpeting out from under and see if a few millimeters does the trick.

[@MauroVelez]

Looks amazing! Some of that foam would look really nice for those tools you velcroed out of the toolbox.

[@HVACGUY]

Nice setup

[@mushieslushie]

I tried one of these boxes for my bike stuff, but I mostly wanted something to hold fluids (tire sealant, degreaser etc.) vertically and no toolbox I could really find was tall enough. These boxes are really big but the volume isn't as much because of the locking system etc. I ended up finding some Plano ammo boxes that work pretty well. One box has fluids and other items that go along with fluids like syringes etc. and the other box has tools and other spare parts. They were like $15 each.

[@harrycockroft9659]

When you next go to whistler you should do the Whistler triple crown

[@dylanbrunette352]

These are great videos love the tools and your set up!!

[@timnash6870]

TIM from Canada suggestions for everyone looking for Milwaukee PAC out… you can get the same thing on eBay.. and if you look you can find them a lot cheaper than the stores.. eBay is good look through and you can find the price you were looking for for example. The boxes he is showing you now on this video.. there will be three or four different prices for this box somewhere really high some are a great price you can pretty much find all Milwaukee pack out boxes on eBay if you were looking… because I can tell you right now Home Depot Canada does not sell half of what they are telling you in the store… (eBay) is a great place to buy your Milwaukee pack )out if you are looking

[@fishnfilms9193]

Got to say these type of videos are my favorite 👍

[@naijpon]

Awesome! I like it!

[@0rnery]

"Get it, got it, over it..." Man, I can sure relate to that! But, "Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten." Nothing like buying "good enough", only to end up buying the quality item later anyway. Makes the cost even worse! My motto is, do your research, figure out what is the best solution, then shop for price. If you can get a good price on the best solution, that's just icing on the cake. Frequently, that comes with being patient... Which is a virtue for my final cliché 😁

[@GravityEscapades]

It's silly how excited one can get about organization stuff like that 🤟😂

[@timnash6870]

TIM from Canada if you were going to re-purpose and throw away your toolbox but you have stickers you want to save that is on either of the sides or the top of steel wood aluminum or plastic what do you do? Use a grinder and cut off what you need.. keep the pieces that you want drill some holes in there and this way you can fasten it to some thing that is in the area you want to keep

[@jamesdeclan7538]

They make precut kaizen foam inserts to fit exactly in the packouts and are really affordablele

[@noahlarkins3246]

That is sick

[@thim8009]

Pretty sweet, dont have that much room in truck, but gave me some ideas.

[@jasonlittle690]

I like it, great video as always, but the moment you showed me the future option with drawers. I'm waiting!

[@SouthernSender]

You didn't know you were missing your Knipex!?!? Most used tool in my box!!

[@jimmywalden1615]

My man packout #1

[@mogwaiadventures]

Sticker hack, turn your stickers into magnets using magnet sheets. Even works for old stickers if you can peel them off.

[@judevenalian5008]

Brian, I thought I'd check on ebay for you but that sticker is worth a lot of money. A similar one is listed for 140 something bucks. There is one of those in a group of like 10 stickers for $99... 🤷‍♂️

[@eatnosenuggets]

Please demo the guitar shown around 7:33 on your next livestream. The superchats are sure to roll in!

[@microMobilidade]

Woa and im here looking for a spoke wrench in my city with no luck lol

[@johnsonjay60]

U can easily make the notches u need for a spoke wrench on another tool just machine it out with a dremel. Put the shape at the handle end of an adjustable 🔧 or anything. 2 tools in one 🤙