I know this is for your business but this is helpful for me as a new homeowner and figuring out how to store stuff and bringing tools in from my detached garage to work on stuff in the house. Thanks!
Awesome setup. When you said you live in the rust belt and I noticed the Michigan sticker in the background, I already knew the same pain. Michigander here starting my packout collection. Every season, my precious batteries have to come inside to avoid killing the life on them.
Yep. Grew up in Michigan. Live just over the state line in the Hoosier state now. I feel your pain with the batteries. It is what it is though. Too expensive to replace them. My dad doesn’t bring them in and definitely has had to replace more then I have. Thanks for the comment.
Awesome walkthrough. Thank you. Watching that last shelf tip. Somebody watching this needs to come up with a drawer system so I can mount a packout underneath my workbench top. I have all my tools under my workbench, then pull them out and stack them and hit the road. Or better yet, a rolling cart frame that combines two rolling toolboxes. OK I'll quit making money for other people and get back to shopping. :-)
Great set up and I learned something new today. I bought my son the wheeled box and one of the large organizers for his 18th b-day because we love our collection and we wanted to start him off right. Now he gets to work at filling them and adding to them.
You beat my Pack-out collection. I am still thinking of other ones I need. I understand how the organization evolves to suit jobs that you get. Yes, the dolly is handy. I put a leash on it.
Got my first set today, and I caught on why you unlock everything before you open it on the cart. smart. the lids hit the handle on the box with wheels, but the bottom box actually opens and locks in place. milwaukee is going to be my new favorite brand... thanks for the nice vid. screw box is next.
I would use lacquer or shellac to SEAl the entire interior and bottom of lid too. It works no more smell or minimize the amount of the smell. Be very generous to all the boxes, trays !! I did it and it works!!!
Awesome video. Thanks for sharing. For years, I used a regular dolly and a huge trash can to carry my tools on to a job sight and back into my van. I just ordered my first milwaukee dolly and sliding drawer boxes with some baskets gonna give it a try and see how I like them.
nice system -- I am going to be getting some packout boxes to redo my tools that I carry with me in the truck... with regards to the mounting plates - you can get aftermarket plates which have a smaller profile. I am going to be getting some single plates for my ATV rack, as I want to carry the slim tool box, and the cooler with me when I ride in the forest.
Yep. Since this video I have taken out the Milwaukee mounting plates and replaced them with 3D printed ones. I was able to fit three wide on a shelf instead of two wide with the 3D printed ones.
From one collector 2 another. The best way to get rid of the plastic smell is using the California Scent Car Air Freshener & Fragrance ICE or LEATHER they got plenty of scents smells and for the budget GUYS get a LITTLE TREE 🌲. That will literally stick to the plastic smell. Works for me. The plastic smell gives me a headache during time and since I use mines as a work station HELL I smell like I'm in my truck all the time 🤣 that there my HEADQUARTERS. Great collection of Packouts.
I just started my Packout stack and I love 'em~!! I bought the DeWalt set and returned it for a refund almost immediately. Now, I'm scanning the web for every Packout DIY upgrade/enhancement I can find. Great product~!
Yes I had quite a few of the DeWalt tough system as well. I think the weight is better with the DeWalt but the latching system is terrible. That’s what sold me on the Packout system was the ease of moving them around and latching them. The rest is history!!
@@packoutjunkie5813 After I returned it, I saw someone's video where he tested the toughness by dropping a drill/driver with battery on them. It bounced off of the Packout, whereas it went thru the Dewalt's lid. Made me happy that I switched~!
Great Video. I'm impressed. There's a couple of things that seems to be missing from the PackOut system. I carry some long tools such as hand saws 22 inch (550mm) and 24 inch (600mm) also some long spirit levels 78 inch (2000mm). I've yet to see a PackOut system that caters to these longer tools. I'm using cable ties at the moment but would rather a designated holder/ holster for these tools. 💛💜💛
I agree. I feel that Milwaukee missed the mark on some of that stuff. I don’t think we should have to turn to aftermarket 3D printed stuff to get it right. For the level check out the flex stack pack level holder. They are built well and they adapt to the Packout easily.
Great stuff.. I’m trying to find a way to get the larger bins to work in the organizer or compact organizer, so far no luck.. heard you mention that the larger bins could work but I don’t think it would.. been looking into 3D printing some bins but haven’t gotten to it yet..
Here is what the engineers at both Milwaukee and DeWalt say about chargers and batteries. Charge the battery in the charger that it came with. Older, less technological batteries will last longer when used in a slower charger. The new/newer batteries have the technology to communicate with the new/newer chargers which will keep your batteries "healthy"(?) longer. Can it be a pain? Possibly, but if you have a color code, be it paint/tape etc. on the batteries and chargers, it isn't that hard to keep track of which goes where.
Nice setup ! Its an addiction ! I keep buying more! Getting close to how many I have and I still need about 5 more for the rest of my small tools! I ordered 4 drawer boxes and the two wheel cart. You should retire the m12 screwdriver and get a installation driver! I have had it for a year now and absolutely love it!! I use it mostly for cabinet installs and its been through 10 kitchen jobs and going strong!!
It is an addition for sure. I have thought about the drawer units but I think I am going to have to wait them out and see how they work. I have eyeballed the installation driver for a while as well. My dad has it. Maybe if a deal comes around again I will grab it. Check my video out on a DIY Packout cart. Let me know what you think, since you have legit one. It’s not perfect but works.
Now with the drawer packouts they need a XL box with a single drawer for the bottom of the stack for the oversized tools. I am looking at building a packout stack and going all drawers for the most part. I don't want to be unstacking anything to get to the stuff that is in them. I think they need to modify that dolly for wider wheel placement and all terrain tires/wheels. Milwaukee needs to get busy refining this.
I agree with you all the way around. I am working on getting more drawers myself. Agree 100% on the dolly as well. Check out my DIY dolly video for what I did.
I do handyman work part time and my current setup which is the Rigid box system. 2 stacks Rolling box, tool box, small box for cordless and 2 clear top organizers which works ok and has served me well over the years and at the time was a lot less expensive. I'm really liking the Packout system! Milwaukee has thought it out with their product with a grip of options. My only complaint is they are hella expensive! For me to replace my current setup would cost me well over a grand and I'm having a real hard time telling myself that I need to replace my Rigid boxes. I know i'm going to at some point so I will probably just buy one piece at a time until I have everything I need. Thanks for the trip through your setup!
It is pricey for sure. I only had a few DeWalt boxes when I switched. The Rigid is a nice system and they have come out with quite a few newer boxes lately. I would have a hard time switching to if I was that committed. You will not regret switching when if you do. Just be careful it is addictive. 👍🏻
@@packoutjunkie5813 oh yeah! I have been watching as many vids as I can as to arm myself with as much info as I can. I’m leaning towards the drawer style for tools and the clear lid style for fasteners!
Rapid charging is harder on batteries for sure, especially nimh, lithium is NOT nearly as sensitive. Using them hard is much harder on them. Bottom line is heat, the cooler they are charging OR using is key to longevity,
Yes you definitely have a problem.... your problem is you don't have enough lol. Never can have enough of these systems there so much damn fun and cool as it gets.
Nice your!! You have as much invested in Packout as you do in actual tools...lol. Get some Kaizen foam to nest your good tools in so they roll around and get damaged inside the boxes... Brian from Kaizen Inserts sells pre-cut foam inserts that are cut to fit inside the Packout boxes.
In the military our hydration packs would get a nasty rubber smell and taste, we’d put a ton of baking soda and water in them and shake them as often as we could for a couple days to a week, the taste and smell would clear. Try it
seeing this really makes me feel better about my addiction, but dang none of my stuff is this clean. Are you sure you actually work with these tools.LOL nice set up.
Honestly I think it stuck around from my old DeWalt 18 volt Ni-cad battery days. Quick charging them just killed them. I know the Lithium Ion batteries are different but I just feel that rapid charging anything isn’t the best way to go. With the large batteries manufactures are going the way of the rapid charge all the time. I guess time will tell. At $200 a piece for the 12ah batteries, I am not sure the risk is worth it. Just my opinion, no expert.
My tools would need to be organized into daily tasks; carpentry, drywall, residential electrical, commercial electrical, plumbing, painting, battery charging, etc.
Ha ha. They are 1/4” sanded plywood. Made a hole at the top to be able to pull them out. You will have to trim the bottom a little to get them to fit they are not completely flat.
I will stick with Milwaukee for life. BUT.... In milwaukee fashion, they blow your mind with the packout concept and once you bought tonnes of it, they then come out with the packout with drawers. I know each one has pros and cons due to needs but for me, I'd rather have the drawer kind. Urghhh. Dont worry Milwaukee, your still my boy.
I keep holesaws up to 4,all drill/driver bits ,12 inch extensions , (all m12 )surge ,impact,drill,installation driver . In what is your bit box. I install cabinets as well👍
I agree with all your points! Like I said I install cabinets ,which we build as well.. Even using a 17 ft box truck with a regular cab, room is at a premium. My regrets. #1 living in SE Ga it gets hot,and the PO cooler doesn't hold ice for a full day. I freeze several water bottles and spread them among the rest inside. Cases of water bottles are stored in the refrigerator, just have to remember to move them back in from cooler in the evening. #2 bought several mounting brackets that I really liked for just a couple of crates,but they definitely lose to much space when you add more. #3 rolling toolboxes of which I have 2,I keep belt sander in 1 and that is about it so it's a huge waste of space. I plan to adapt a cordless ridgid shop vac into 1. It begs a static tool ,vacuum, inverter like Dewalt (which I will not do),or an air compressor. #4 the new $200 dolly, it's very flimsy feeling, takes 3 hands to fold it up, wheels are inboard which wastes room at the rear. Pro's #1 the latch makes it 5x better than any other system except systainers, but 20x stronger than. # 2 accessories galore,and more coming. Currently have everything except the ammo-can,and several open totes. I use primarily m12 for space savings. 1 large box is the only box with foam,Makita x2 tracksaw/Makita barrel jigsaw and 8 batteries (xtra for x2 mitersaw and router) inside. Individual 1/2 sizes carry tools with 1 battery and its bits/blades. M12 sds,hackzall,jigsaw with coping foot,omt, Makita router,Ryobi 23 g pinner,and a Fein supercut.
@@packoutjunkie5813 yes it is,especially inside cabinets. It doesn't have the same feedback as an impact does when the screw gets tight. A small learning curve.
They are Occidental Leather OxyLights. These are the bags. www.occidentalleather.com/systems-leather-nylon.php These are the suspenders. www.occidentalleather.com/product.php?sku=5055
20 bucks a piece for the small organiser, $74 each here in Australia, $352 for the rolling box, $76 for the large organiser, $118 for the 15” tool tote
I bought the ext cord from Menards. It’s a 12/3 with lighted ends. I personally don’t buy anything smaller then a 12ga cord. Here’s the link to the one I purchased. Not sponsored or anything. www.menards.com/main/electrical/electrical-cords-cord-management/extension-cords/prime-medium-duty-outdoor-extension-cord/seec732725/electrical/electrical-cords-cord-management/extension-cords/prime-heavy-duty-outdoor-extension-cord/seec732825/p-1535437713011.htm
Sorry I missed this. There is what I used. www.ebay.com/itm/Milwaukee-Packout-Tool-Case-Box-Wall-Mount-Hanging-Cleats-/184176021325?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
These are just your show tools right? They all look brand new not a scratch or speck or dirt on any of it. My tools are whooped lookin after a couple days of use. You must have another set of tools that you use for work. I will say there were a few things in there you have that taught me something new. Like the pony clamps for securing the cabinet styles in place. I will be buying them and adding them to my rigid packout because the Milwaukee packout is ridiculously priced
Hahaha. They all do look very new but I am breaking your balls out of jealousy. You have nicer tools than me, all your stuff matches, and you are super organized. I wish I went with Milwaukee cordless tools but I started with makita and before I knew it I was way too far invested in makita to make the switch. Maybe when some of my stuff starts dying on me I will slowly switch over. Awesome gear and set up though
I appreciate it. I was committed to DeWalt before this however the flexvolt stuff took me out of the game and frustrated me that it wasn’t always compatible with my existing 20V. So I made the switch, haven’t looked back. Didn’t loose out too bad on the switch. I am full committed now though. Makita makes some awesome tools. They all have there niche.
I don’t use the silica packets in the Packout boxes. I do have them in my mechanic tools in my garage tool boxes though. Not a bad idea with the Packout though. Will have to think about it. Thank you for the suggestions.
Nice video Milwaukee dose make a charger that rapide charges 3/m18 & 3/m12 at the same time🤯 its great.(sorry i dont have the model #) That one you mentioned is a wast of time
Great to see how well you take care and cleanup your tools.
Love the system 7 1/4” saws are a tough fit...... I liked the way you laid out your last box, you made the best out of the space!
Thanks for the ideas and experience. Surprisingly, I’m also interested in the work surface as a mobile workbench top and as a lid for the crates.
Really appreciate your configuration ideas! Might incorporate some into my layout
I know this is for your business but this is helpful for me as a new homeowner and figuring out how to store stuff and bringing tools in from my detached garage to work on stuff in the house.
Thanks!
Thanks for the packout tour! Some great ideas in here. :-)
Great video! Thanks for taking us through it.
Awesome setup. When you said you live in the rust belt and I noticed the Michigan sticker in the background, I already knew the same pain. Michigander here starting my packout collection. Every season, my precious batteries have to come inside to avoid killing the life on them.
Yep. Grew up in Michigan. Live just over the state line in the Hoosier state now. I feel your pain with the batteries. It is what it is though. Too expensive to replace them. My dad doesn’t bring them in and definitely has had to replace more then I have. Thanks for the comment.
I'm in northern VA and yes when it gets below freezing I bring my batteries inside as well
Awesome walkthrough. Thank you. Watching that last shelf tip. Somebody watching this needs to come up with a drawer system so I can mount a packout underneath my workbench top. I have all my tools under my workbench, then pull them out and stack them and hit the road. Or better yet, a rolling cart frame that combines two rolling toolboxes. OK I'll quit making money for other people and get back to shopping. :-)
Love my packout, mad props on your collection
Great set up and I learned something new today. I bought my son the wheeled box and one of the large organizers for his 18th b-day because we love our collection and we wanted to start him off right. Now he gets to work at filling them and adding to them.
That’s awesome. Setting him up to be broke the rest of his life 🤣.
@@packoutjunkie5813 There are worse hobbies! ;)
Your tools are amazingly clean.
I don’t think that was a compliment 😀
@@deatrixmuntz I take it as one. I take pride in keeping my tools clean. High School auto shop “clean tool is a safe tool” sticks in my head.
@@deatrixmuntz I Love my tools clean and neat as well but damn all his shit looks brand new
@@blaketripp7305 because they are new :)
Sarcasm is a national treasure
This is what brand loyalty looks like. It's sort of patriotic.
Great quality video including all the part numbers for reference!
Amazing... congratulations!
Love the charger crate! Going to use that.
I have most of them in my van love the kit
Best Packout video I have seen to date and I have seen many! Excellent job!
Wow, thanks!
this is really great organizing....you've provided me with tons of new tips ...thanks for sharing your expertise. Cheers
Now that’s just a thing of beauty!
You beat my Pack-out collection. I am still thinking of other ones I need. I understand how the organization evolves to suit jobs that you get. Yes, the dolly is handy. I put a leash on it.
Great video bud! We of a same mind on a few things for sure.
The problem with packout is you want to keep buying more containers and buying more tools. Damn it anyway.
But is that really a problem 😈
Your exactly right! But it’s really not a problem. Lol
@@packoutjunkie5813 no not totally but I am $7k into this packout stuff and tools
@@DumbCarGuy It goes so quickly doesn’t it. But totally worth it 👍🏻
And what about the weight? Once they are filled they are so heavy!
Got my first set today, and I caught on why you unlock everything before you open it on the cart. smart. the lids hit the handle on the box with wheels, but the bottom box actually opens and locks in place. milwaukee is going to be my new favorite brand... thanks for the nice vid. screw box is next.
Thanks I appreciate it. You will learn the in’s and out’s. Careful is a slippery slope. Packout Addiction is a very real thing.🤣
If you put the handle down the boxes will open and stay open.
Excellent tool set up!!
Thank you sir.
I would use lacquer or shellac to SEAl the entire interior and bottom of lid too. It works no more smell or minimize the amount of the smell. Be very generous to all the boxes, trays !! I did it and it works!!!
Great vid mate. Thanks for that. Pack out is addictive for sure 😀
Thank you for the kind words. I appreciate it.
Great video! Thank You!
I enjoyed hearing you list off the names of tools… made me feel stupid. 😁😁😁 but honestly thanks for taking the time to share…
Nice video! Thank you so much.
My man, can’t tell you how in love with that system I am! Ball park me though. I need something to strive for. Beautiful.
You talking tools and boxes or just boxes?
This is so awesome!
What i love about pack out systems of any brand is I can never decide what to put in them so I buy more... more the better.
Awesome video. Thanks for sharing. For years, I used a regular dolly and a huge trash can to carry my tools on to a job sight and back into my van. I just ordered my first milwaukee dolly and sliding drawer boxes with some baskets gonna give it a try and see how I like them.
Thank you. Glad you are getting a new setup. Hope it works great for you.
Dude, your shit is dialed..... I’m inspired.
You just set the standard on tool organization! Boom!
Thanks dad!
Thank you.
For your screw organizer the mod community has inserts to make the big cups into small ones!
thank you for the breakdown .
nice system -- I am going to be getting some packout boxes to redo my tools that I carry with me in the truck... with regards to the mounting plates - you can get aftermarket plates which have a smaller profile. I am going to be getting some single plates for my ATV rack, as I want to carry the slim tool box, and the cooler with me when I ride in the forest.
Yep. Since this video I have taken out the Milwaukee mounting plates and replaced them with 3D printed ones. I was able to fit three wide on a shelf instead of two wide with the 3D printed ones.
Thanks for the video. Im looking into this for organization for my business. I was hesitant to buy but now i will.
Awesome. I am glad you found it useful. I have an update video coming soon. Subscribe for more!!
thanks for the show & tell billy
Great vid. Nice set up.
Thank you. I appreciate that.
Wow! Very thorough. Thanks for putting this together.. Guess ill be the first to say it: not enough yellow and black!
Thank you Sandmann5500. I appreciate the feedback.
From one collector 2 another. The best way to get rid of the plastic smell is using the California Scent Car Air Freshener & Fragrance ICE or LEATHER they got plenty of scents smells and for the budget GUYS get a LITTLE TREE 🌲. That will literally stick to the plastic smell. Works for me. The plastic smell gives me a headache during time and since I use mines as a work station HELL I smell like I'm in my truck all the time 🤣 that there my HEADQUARTERS. Great collection of Packouts.
I just started my Packout stack and I love 'em~!! I bought the DeWalt set and returned it for a refund almost immediately. Now, I'm scanning the web for every Packout DIY upgrade/enhancement I can find. Great product~!
Yes I had quite a few of the DeWalt tough system as well. I think the weight is better with the DeWalt but the latching system is terrible. That’s what sold me on the Packout system was the ease of moving them around and latching them. The rest is history!!
@@packoutjunkie5813 After I returned it, I saw someone's video where he tested the toughness by dropping a drill/driver with battery on them. It bounced off of the Packout, whereas it went thru the Dewalt's lid. Made me happy that I switched~!
@@andrewbrown8148 I don't know what they did but I use the DeWalt system and it's tough as hell. You can break anything if you really wanted.
I am pretty pumped for the drawer boxes they just came out with
I am interested to see them in person. I like the idea but not sure if they will work for me.
I love these toys!
You and me both.
Pretty cool video! I like your setup a lot
Thank you. I appreciate it. I want to do an update video as I have changed a few things around.
Great Video. I'm impressed. There's a couple of things that seems to be missing from the PackOut system. I carry some long tools such as hand saws 22 inch (550mm) and 24 inch (600mm) also some long spirit levels 78 inch (2000mm). I've yet to see a PackOut system that caters to these longer tools. I'm using cable ties at the moment but would rather a designated holder/ holster for these tools. 💛💜💛
I agree. I feel that Milwaukee missed the mark on some of that stuff. I don’t think we should have to turn to aftermarket 3D printed stuff to get it right. For the level check out the flex stack pack level holder. They are built well and they adapt to the Packout easily.
Wow !!!! Nice !!!
Great stuff.. I’m trying to find a way to get the larger bins to work in the organizer or compact organizer, so far no luck.. heard you mention that the larger bins could work but I don’t think it would.. been looking into 3D printing some bins but haven’t gotten to it yet..
Great system bro. I own it and love it
Right on!
Nice setup. I feel the same way about fast charging. Hopefully we’re right, and they last as long as the tools
Me too!!! Those 12ah batteries are crazy expensive!!
Here is what the engineers at both Milwaukee and DeWalt say about chargers and batteries. Charge the battery in the charger that it came with. Older, less technological batteries will last longer when used in a slower charger. The new/newer batteries have the technology to communicate with the new/newer chargers which will keep your batteries "healthy"(?) longer.
Can it be a pain? Possibly, but if you have a color code, be it paint/tape etc. on the batteries and chargers, it isn't that hard to keep track of which goes where.
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 Awesomeness
How dare you say Dewalt!! 🤣🤣🤣 great video bro. Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺
I know right 😎. Thanks for watching.
Nice setup ! Its an addiction ! I keep buying more! Getting close to how many I have and I still need about 5 more for the rest of my small tools! I ordered 4 drawer boxes and the two wheel cart.
You should retire the m12 screwdriver and get a installation driver! I have had it for a year now and absolutely love it!! I use it mostly for cabinet installs and its been through 10 kitchen jobs and going strong!!
It is an addition for sure. I have thought about the drawer units but I think I am going to have to wait them out and see how they work.
I have eyeballed the installation driver for a while as well. My dad has it. Maybe if a deal comes around again I will grab it.
Check my video out on a DIY Packout cart. Let me know what you think, since you have legit one. It’s not perfect but works.
ebay
Good stuff
Thanks for sharing
Amazing
Now with the drawer packouts they need a XL box with a single drawer for the bottom of the stack for the oversized tools. I am looking at building a packout stack and going all drawers for the most part. I don't want to be unstacking anything to get to the stuff that is in them. I think they need to modify that dolly for wider wheel placement and all terrain tires/wheels. Milwaukee needs to get busy refining this.
I agree with you all the way around. I am working on getting more drawers myself. Agree 100% on the dolly as well. Check out my DIY dolly video for what I did.
Beautiful organisation
Thank you. I appreciate it.
I do handyman work part time and my current setup which is the Rigid box system. 2 stacks Rolling box, tool box, small box for cordless and 2 clear top organizers which works ok and has served me well over the years and at the time was a lot less expensive. I'm really liking the Packout system! Milwaukee has thought it out with their product with a grip of options. My only complaint is they are hella expensive!
For me to replace my current setup would cost me well over a grand and I'm having a real hard time telling myself that I need to replace my Rigid boxes. I know i'm going to at some point so I will probably just buy one piece at a time until I have everything I need. Thanks for the trip through your setup!
It is pricey for sure. I only had a few DeWalt boxes when I switched. The Rigid is a nice system and they have come out with quite a few newer boxes lately. I would have a hard time switching to if I was that committed. You will not regret switching when if you do. Just be careful it is addictive. 👍🏻
@@packoutjunkie5813 oh yeah! I have been watching as many vids as I can as to arm myself with as much info as I can. I’m leaning towards the drawer style for tools and the clear lid style for fasteners!
@@funfreq9282 The drawers are really awesome. I have one 2 and one 3 drawer units. Looking for one more of each for my trailer.
Rapid charging is harder on batteries for sure, especially nimh, lithium is NOT nearly as sensitive. Using them hard is much harder on them. Bottom line is heat, the cooler they are charging OR using is key to longevity,
Very nice
NIce Stacks!!
Omg this is so cool
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment.
Yes you definitely have a problem.... your problem is you don't have enough lol. Never can have enough of these systems there so much damn fun and cool as it gets.
Nice your!! You have as much invested in Packout as you do in actual tools...lol. Get some Kaizen foam to nest your good tools in so they roll around and get damaged inside the boxes...
Brian from Kaizen Inserts sells pre-cut foam inserts that are cut to fit inside the Packout boxes.
I have thought about the foam. Have to see how everything gets set and then go from there. Thank you for the suggestion.
Get the M18/M12 rapid charger that charges 3 at one time. Great Milwaukee collection!
You can add a few Joey’s to the front of the rolling Packout’s.
In the military our hydration packs would get a nasty rubber smell and taste, we’d put a ton of baking soda and water in them and shake them as often as we could for a couple days to a week, the taste and smell would clear. Try it
I appreciate that suggestion. Thank you.
Awesome vid. Could you run a wire or old piece of fish tape metal up through that handle on the tote to make it rigid?
That could be a possibility. Thank you for the suggestion.
I need to invest in something like this. Hauling around multiple soft bags gets old.
Many options to fit your needs.
You use these tools the most? All the bins and tools are super clean. How much do you use them?
Some of my boxes had a funny smell to them as well. I just left them open for a couple days and it was gone
seeing this really makes me feel better about my addiction, but dang none of my stuff is this clean. Are you sure you actually work with these tools.LOL nice set up.
It is an addiction for sure. All my trips anywhere seem to make sure and go by a HD. I have no idea why that is 🤣
You need to go to PA A lol
Seriously tho Niiice set up
Nice setup. I like the charger crate. Questions....Why do you prefer slow charge over rapid charge?
Honestly I think it stuck around from my old DeWalt 18 volt Ni-cad battery days. Quick charging them just killed them. I know the Lithium Ion batteries are different but I just feel that rapid charging anything isn’t the best way to go. With the large batteries manufactures are going the way of the rapid charge all the time. I guess time will tell. At $200 a piece for the 12ah batteries, I am not sure the risk is worth it. Just my opinion, no expert.
My tools would need to be organized into daily tasks; carpentry, drywall, residential electrical, commercial electrical, plumbing, painting, battery charging, etc.
I try to do that the best I can. I agree with you though it would be nice.
@ 3:40 My GF says the same thing man. Thanks for the vid!
You could maybe try vinegar and hot water and soak to get rid of the smell!
2 side tape a dryer sheet to lid. Change when needed.
That’s a really good idea. Thank you.
@@packoutjunkie5813 except that only masks the smell for a while.
did you mention the dividers can be DIY half inch plywood? You painted them so well ppl won't realize :-)
Ha ha. They are 1/4” sanded plywood. Made a hole at the top to be able to pull them out. You will have to trim the bottom a little to get them to fit they are not completely flat.
I will stick with Milwaukee for life. BUT.... In milwaukee fashion, they blow your mind with the packout concept and once you bought tonnes of it, they then come out with the packout with drawers. I know each one has pros and cons due to needs but for me, I'd rather have the drawer kind. Urghhh. Dont worry Milwaukee, your still my boy.
I agree 100%. The my drawers were some of the last things I bought and really like them. Keep my trailer organized quite well.
Thanks
How did you get the wooden boards to stay in the toolbox for the batteries? Drill into the sides of the packout or are they free standing?
They are free standing and work great. Never had a problem.
I keep holesaws up to 4,all drill/driver bits ,12 inch extensions , (all m12 )surge ,impact,drill,installation driver .
In what is your bit box.
I install cabinets as well👍
I agree with all your points!
Like I said I install cabinets ,which we build as well..
Even using a 17 ft box truck with a regular cab, room is at a premium.
My regrets.
#1 living in SE Ga it gets hot,and the PO cooler doesn't hold ice for a full day.
I freeze several water bottles and spread them among the rest inside.
Cases of water bottles are stored in the refrigerator, just have to remember to move them back in from cooler in the evening.
#2 bought several mounting brackets that I really liked for just a couple of crates,but they definitely lose to much space when you add more.
#3 rolling toolboxes of which I have 2,I keep belt sander in 1 and that is about it so it's a huge waste of space.
I plan to adapt a cordless ridgid shop vac into 1.
It begs a static tool ,vacuum, inverter like Dewalt (which I will not do),or an air compressor.
#4 the new $200 dolly, it's very flimsy feeling, takes 3 hands to fold it up, wheels are inboard which wastes room at the rear.
Pro's
#1 the latch makes it 5x better than any other system except systainers, but 20x stronger than.
# 2 accessories galore,and more coming.
Currently have everything except the ammo-can,and several open totes.
I use primarily m12 for space savings.
1 large box is the only box with foam,Makita x2 tracksaw/Makita barrel jigsaw and 8 batteries (xtra for x2 mitersaw and router) inside.
Individual 1/2 sizes carry tools with 1 battery and its bits/blades.
M12 sds,hackzall,jigsaw with coping foot,omt, Makita router,Ryobi 23 g pinner,and a Fein supercut.
Is the surge that much quieter? I have eyeballed the installation driver for a while, just haven’t pulled the trigger. So you use it a lot?
@@packoutjunkie5813 yes it is,especially inside cabinets.
It doesn't have the same feedback as an impact does when the screw gets tight.
A small learning curve.
I lived in Coweta county for 4 years, SW of Atlanta about 45 min.
I am a fellow packout junkie
Nice pack out but it’s way expensive for my needs. I returned them lol
Wicked cool! Thank you for sharing! I too keep my tools clean. What's the name of your tool belt?
They are Occidental Leather OxyLights.
These are the bags.
www.occidentalleather.com/systems-leather-nylon.php
These are the suspenders.
www.occidentalleather.com/product.php?sku=5055
@@packoutjunkie5813 wow super fast reply! Thank you! I was going to pick up Milwaukee carpenter belt but yours look nicer.
@@20DDan They are not cheap. However I have had mine for 15 years and my dad had had multiple sets for 20 plus. Well worth the expense in my opinion.
20 bucks a piece for the small organiser, $74 each here in Australia, $352 for the rolling box, $76 for the large organiser, $118 for the 15” tool tote
That’s crazy. I have seen the Europe prices pretty high but I think you have them beat.
The 10 bin organizer is the same size as the 11 dimensionally, but instead of $45, it's $25. Same depth and everything.
Nice set up... Where did you get the 25' extension cord from ?
I bought the ext cord from Menards. It’s a 12/3 with lighted ends. I personally don’t buy anything smaller then a 12ga cord.
Here’s the link to the one I purchased. Not sponsored or anything.
www.menards.com/main/electrical/electrical-cords-cord-management/extension-cords/prime-medium-duty-outdoor-extension-cord/seec732725/electrical/electrical-cords-cord-management/extension-cords/prime-heavy-duty-outdoor-extension-cord/seec732825/p-1535437713011.htm
@@packoutjunkie5813 Hey Man.. Thanks.. I saw a 12/3 amazon 15' $22..Thanks again
It’s like a red wall brother
I'm thinking this system would work very well for our heavy rescue trailer. Just can't see spending the money they want for them with current budget.
I have seen quite a few Fire Depts that have a nice Packout setup. It is pricey, but you have to pay to play right 😀
Do you have the link for the 3D printed mounting plates? Great video by the way. Thanks
Sorry I missed this. There is what I used.
www.ebay.com/itm/Milwaukee-Packout-Tool-Case-Box-Wall-Mount-Hanging-Cleats-/184176021325?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
These are just your show tools right? They all look brand new not a scratch or speck or dirt on any of it. My tools are whooped lookin after a couple days of use. You must have another set of tools that you use for work. I will say there were a few things in there you have that taught me something new. Like the pony clamps for securing the cabinet styles in place. I will be buying them and adding them to my rigid packout because the Milwaukee packout is ridiculously priced
Glad you picked up something cool. Remember the camera takes away the dust 😜
Hahaha. They all do look very new but I am breaking your balls out of jealousy. You have nicer tools than me, all your stuff matches, and you are super organized. I wish I went with Milwaukee cordless tools but I started with makita and before I knew it I was way too far invested in makita to make the switch. Maybe when some of my stuff starts dying on me I will slowly switch over. Awesome gear and set up though
I appreciate it. I was committed to DeWalt before this however the flexvolt stuff took me out of the game and frustrated me that it wasn’t always compatible with my existing 20V. So I made the switch, haven’t looked back. Didn’t loose out too bad on the switch. I am full committed now though. Makita makes some awesome tools. They all have there niche.
also do u place silica gel packets to decrease moisture inside ur packout boxes? If not, will power tools begin to rust inside the box?
I don’t use the silica packets in the Packout boxes. I do have them in my mechanic tools in my garage tool boxes though. Not a bad idea with the Packout though. Will have to think about it. Thank you for the suggestions.
Jesus Fuck....Those have to be the cleanest tools I’ve ever seen 😂😂😂
I use mine and keep them clean ,its not hard , i hate seeing boxes full of pigged out tools .
Nice video
Milwaukee dose make a charger that rapide charges 3/m18 & 3/m12 at the same time🤯 its great.(sorry i dont have the model #) That one you mentioned is a wast of time
Glad you enjoyed. I have seen that charger. I was going to order it but a buddy has it and was a lot larger then I expected.
Surprisingly i as well use the stapler more than i thought i would.
Very handy. My wife likes using it as well.