Utes have always been versatile vehicles but nowadays they do that differently. Nowadays utes are stylish, functional, and powerful without all that having a negative effect on other driving aspects. Utes have solid ride comfort and come equipped with the latest infotainment and convenience-related tech found in most sedans and SUVs.
But the versatility of utes can be extended by fitting a toolbox on it. If your profession requires carrying tools around town having a place just for them is the best solution. With a ute toolbox, you will have everything in one place protected from the elements and away from passenger seats meaning you can bring more people with you. This is especially the case if you go with an aluminium toolbox with drawers.
Benefits of Aluminium Ute Toolboxes
Lightweight
The biggest reason why people go for an aluminium ute toolbox with drawers is because it weighs the least when compared to its metal counterparts. This is also why installing a quality aluminium tool box with drawers doesn’t increase fuel consumption nor does it bring down the load-carrying capacity of your ute.
Low Maintenance
One thing that you don’t get to enjoy doing with any other ute toolbox is the maintenance process. With an aluminium toolbox, it is virtually non-existent. You just need to hose it down from time to time to keep bird droppings, tree sap, and dust away. You don’t even need to dry it off.
Long-Lasting
The most long-lasting ute toolbox are almost all made of aluminium, But why is that the case? Because aluminium is naturally anti-corrosive, meaning you can’t have it rot away even if you want it to. So no matter how much water pools on the top of the toolbox and no matter how long it stays there the integrity of the toolbox will stay the same.
What to Look for in an Aluminium Ute Toolbox
Dimensions
While other factors may not affect your choice when searching for an aluminium tool box with drawers its dimensions will. Because at the end of the day if you don’t get a toolbox that will fit the back of your ute you won’t be able to use it. Make sure to measure the exact width of your ute’s tray so that you get a compatible toolbox.
Capacity
The number of tools and amount of gear a ute toolbox can store is going to decide whether or not you can fit everything in it. Although that’s a highly convenient solution, sometimes it’s not something you should go for. Having all your tools in the back locked away can hinder accessibility.
Access
If easy access is something you need to have to your aluminium ute toolbox then you should consider its design. You can get one that allows you to access your tools from the side of your ute so that you don’t have to go all the way around to get in the tray.
Portability
Utes are so versatile that this level of versatility transcends onto ute-related accessories. A toolbox is one of those accessories which can be used on different utes. If you have multiple utes you use for different tasks then being able to put remove the toolbox from one and put it on the other is a great plus. Usually, a ute toolbox with drawers that doesn’t require a lot of fasteners and other hardware is easy to install and therefore extremely portable especially if it’s made of aluminium.
Protection
Keeping your tools in an aluminium toolbox with drawers at the back of your ute isn’t just convention but safe too. That is if you get a toolbox that is going to keep your tools dry and safe from theft. For the latter, you need a toolbox with a quality lock on it and for the former, you should for a toolbox with some weather seals.
Other Materials a Ute Toolboxes Can Be Made Of
Steel
A ute toolbox made of steel will be a lot heavier than one made of aluminium, but a lot stronger too. This level of strength also comes at the cost of longevity which is not something steel toolboxes are as good at as aluminium ones. They do not have a protective layer that keeps them safe from rust and corrosion but you can add one. This requires spending more time and money since you also need to maintain that layer by treating it every now and then.
Stainless Steel
To keep your toolbox around for a long time go for one made of stainless steel instead. Stainless steel ute toolboxes are a lot more long-lasting than steel ones since they are better at fending off corrosion. They are still not as good as aluminium ones but they do require less maintenance than steel toolboxes. Remember stainless steel toolboxes are still heavy meaning fuel consumption will still be higher than if you were to have an aluminium ute toolbox at the back.
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