3PH Storage Box

[kw22614]

Hey all.
I've seen lots of styles of storage boxes attached to carry all frames :thumbsup:.
All I want to carry is a couple extra fuel cans and a cold drink cooler - nothing heavy.
Can I just build a wood box to attach directly to the 3PH, with no welding or big expense involved ? Any ideas??

 

[medic0648]

A cheap carry all frame will hold about 500lb. Add a cheap pallet and some sides and you're set.

 

[bcp]

Sounds like you want a design like a ballast box, with no ballast.

Bruce

 

[medic0648]

If you're needing a cheap light pallet and there is a sears outlet center near you they're usually happy if you want to have some of the pallets they get the equipment on. Not heavy duty, but would work for this purpose.

 

[oldballs]

Just make a box to the dimensions of your choice and attach it to the 3 pt lower arms via some U-bolts and wing nuts. Voila!
Is that what you had in mind?

 

[kw22614]

oddballs and bcp you're in the right ballpark, but since starting this thread I've found some old bed frames.
I think I'll try to build (weld) my own carryall then fit
2X6's to it to the size I want. I reckon this is the better way, but I have little experience welding.
Guess I'll get some 'seat time' there too. I'll try to post pics as I try to accomplish this task. DON"T LAUGH!
:scratchchin: ptimist:

 

[kw22614]

Well, got started on the carryall build today. Got my plans done and the basic welded frame done. Still need to weld on some kind of bolts or pipes or something to hook to the lower pt arms and a bracket for the upper arm. May still add more frame to put a front on it, like a ballast box so stuff won't go bouncing out. Then just need to add the the wood, some paint - maybe orange to match - then should be done. Here's the pics so far..... Should work fine for my needs. Will follow up with more pics as I continue.

 

[oldballs]

He there Dixie.....you are out of my league....cause it looks like you know what you're doing.:laughing:

 

[kw22614]

If you can't baffle 'em with brilliance, dazzle 'em with !

I welded on 2 & 1/4" of 3/4" galvinized pipe on each side for the lower arms today.
Wifey goes visiting her folks tomorrow so hope I'll get time to make up and weld on the upper arm bracket.
Then, at least, I can attach it to the 3ph and see if this dog'll hunt. I'll put up more pics later.
Thanks for the words of encouragement oddballs!

If I don't get back soon --Merry Christmas!!

 

[kw22614]

Finished the frame - still need to paint then cut and install the wood. Put it on the 3PH & rode around finding every pothole I could and this dog hunts!
Not the best looking welds, but they won't break! Here's more pics.... The front of the box'll be 12" high and I plan to use 3/4 plywood for the sides. More later.

 

[kw22614]

Ok, on with the show...
Got most of the box done. The bottom, back and front PT 2x6's cut and installed. Was thinking about leaving the top board out but will probably add it to help with a little extra weight when moving snow. Made a little mistake when I welded the bottom arm mounts a little too close to the box but I'll just rout a little from the wood till I can get the arms to fit. Still need to measure and cut 3/4" T-111 for the sides. Then wood comes off again so I can paint the frame (seems Rustoleum engine enamel - Chevy Orange is almost a perfect match for the K). Here's a few more pics.....

 

[Gary Fowler]

I think that the lightweight bedframe angle is going to bend on the vertical portion somewhere above the horizontal deck attachment point since there is no supporting sturcture on the sides. I think you need to put in some side supports tied back about as high as the top link attachment point. Time will tell. Keep a close watch and if it starts to droop at the back end, brace it up.

 

[kw22614]

Thanks Gary, I'll keep an eye on it.
I'm happy to have accomplished this much. Got the box mounted and T-111 sides cut and screwed in today. Maybe tomorrow I'll disassemble, paint the frame and do final assembly and use it. Hopefully it'll be a long time before I'll need to add any braces. Pics...

 

[oldballs]

Dixie,.....Looks like you have the makings of a long life of planning and execution. I'd would have gone with 1 inch lumber for such a box. But then, I'd probably load it with stuff way too heavy. Yet, that metal frame is light weight. Humm-mm- How about putting a lid on the box too. Aren't armchair viewers great! .

 

[Professor Marvel]

Hey Dixie
I'm impressed that you have an oriental rug under your tractor :laughing:

 

[kw22614]

Hey Dixie
I'm impressed that you have an oriental rug under your tractor :laughing:

I know how to treat a lady who knows how to treat me! :wink:

 

[kw22614]

Dixie,.....Looks like you have the makings of a long life of planning and execution. I'd would have gone with 1 inch lumber for such a box. But then, I'd probably load it with stuff way too heavy. Yet, that metal frame is light weight. Humm-mm- How about putting a lid on the box too. Aren't armchair viewers great! .

Got to thinking I'm not planning to carry anything heavy like ballast, but for moving snow at least I could use the weight of the lumber.
All mats I had laying around - I spent $5 for a can of Rustoleum. Even if it falls apart - was still a cheap price for a good education!
Armchair viewers are fine, just stay out the shop when I'm workin'!
No lid! :laughing:


Got it tore down and painted the frame today. So cold today the paint's still wet, I'll get it back together tomorrow and post a couple more pics

 

[oldballs]

Okay! Okay!!! NO LID.:laughing:

 

[kw22614]

Ok, so it's all done and so far :dance1: it's fine. No bends, no breaks, no problems! The rest of the pics and the end of this line....