DIY Aluminum Underfloor Storage

[E350MAN]

Hello Awesome job...are you still making these and how did it work with the wood subfloor...I am interested in one....

[Vegasrandall]

I'm planning some underfloor storage on my SWB chevy. the available areas are irregular in shape and would be hard to make. has anyone ever tried flexible underfloor storage? the military uses some very tough fabric for fuel and water bladders.
if you had a fabric bag rivited to a ridgid framed opening it would conform to any underfloor shape.

[kzemach]

Originally Posted by Vegasrandall

I'm planning some underfloor storage on my SWB chevy. the available areas are irregular in shape and would be hard to make. has anyone ever tried flexible underfloor storage? the military uses some very tough fabric for fuel and water bladders.
if you had a fabric bag rivited to a ridgid framed opening it would conform to any underfloor shape.

That's an interesting approach, but I think would depend on what you wanted to store in it. If you do go that way, make sure you have some integrated cinch straps so that once it's full, you can cinch it up to keep the sway down.

[djm68]

Wondering if you are still producing these? I'm local, would be interested in picking up a unit....

Thanks,

DJM

[northleftcoast]

Originally Posted by genprem

How does one purchase this storage box?

To purchase a box you just need to email me the details of your van (EB vs RB), opening size limitations, lid and departure angle mods (if wanted). I'll work up an invoice with an estimated shipping cost and then wait for a paypal payment from you.

Right now I have three boxes to build this week so lead time would be at least next week before I get it out.

Cheers,

Sam

[SilverForkPhil]

Received by box from Sam for by RB last Thursday and got it installed this weekend.

Fantastic quality build and craftsmanship!! Sam's attention to detail is impressive and inspiring.

If you're interested in this, follow the steps on this post and here:
viewtopic.php?f=44&t=6838

Also, tmtm has a detailed, complete install post as well:
viewtopic.php?f=13&t=7407

I ordered by box with these dimensions:
21.5" (front to back) x 15.5" deep x 32" wide, with 8" in and 3" up departure angle mod

This measurement (under the van, where the spare tire used to live) is important, between the tabs. Mine is 21.75" (not my photo), so I ordered it a bit smaller at 21.5":



The only modification I did was to add 4 sheet metal screws (one shown here on the left) in order to hold the lid flange tight to the box flange:

Here's the finished install :



Now I need to get started on finding a new home for my spare tire...

Thanks Sam - great work

Phil

[SilverForkPhil]

Here are a few photos Sam sent of the complete box, prior to shipping. I was too excited to get started on the installation to take any "before" photos of my own...







Phil

[GTDad]

that is a work of art.
Sure wish the builder lived in BC

[Abitibi]

Originally Posted by GTDad

that is a work of art.
Sure wish the builder lived in BC

I might be able to get you on the right track if you're near Vancouver BC... Shoot me a Pm if you're considering one.

Cheers
Mr. D

[UJOINT]

Very nice!