Lockable bed storage that’s not a toolbox

I’m putting on a bed rack, so I will no longer be able to use my soft tonneau. I’ve been using a couple of plastic storage bins to store my camping gear and various EDC stuff, but I’m wondering if anything exist that’s more durable that I can chain/shackle to my truck to prevent theft, and also weatherproof. Would love to hear some suggestions!

 

Pelican cases and their like. Or a lockable cooler

 

Ammo cans

 

Those are cool, are they chained down to your bed?

 

Bolted to the rails on the side, quite a few people have done it. Fits tools and small items.

 

I've been using the Tractor Supply box for over a year now works great. I can put a lock on it secure it with a bicycle cable to my bed rack. I also like it because it almost takes up the width between the wheel wells and it does not go above the sides of the truck bed. I put a bead of silicone to make it more weather proof.

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/p...-co-heavy-duty-poly-utility-storage-box-44-in


This was before i installed my bed rack.

 

This is freaking perfect. Does the bin have some sort of latch that you secure your bicycle cable to? Is it weatherproof?

 

I have the smaller version of this one (which I can't find anymore) and it's worked great for the past 3 years:

https://www.amazon.com/Yaheetech-Al...truck+bed+box&qid=1552281295&s=gateway&sr=8-5

 

I use either pelican 1620 or 1660 depending on how much space I need. 100% waterproof, lockable and indestructible

 

No. I attach the cable to one of the locks on it.

 

Get some dimensions, get some surplus stainless, weld up a custom fit box. Light, strong, very rust resistant and a fun project.

 

I’m all for DIY projects, but honestly just buying a tool box would be much easier and cheaper.

 

Found another old photo so you can have an idea of the height.

 

I wonder if it will open with this bed cover? It rolls open but you can also open it from the back.
https://truxedo.com/deuce/2018/toyota/tacoma

 

Mobtown makes lockable metal doors for the cubbies in the bed. I know you are asking about larger options but if you want to lock some smaller stuff as well its a start.

 

This is little more pricey, but it's pretty awesome! Lockable, swing out storage containers.

https://www.carid.com/undercover/sw...uLUANMiP2wOcEKd-SOC0al8LYOFsM-9gaAsISEALw_wcB

 

I bought this box from Walmart for about 30 bucks I think. I added the chains so the top wouldn't flop back when I opened it. I also put a piece of toolbox carpet in the bottom so things wouldn't move around as much. I would run a bike cable through the lock on the box to a tie down in the bed. Worked very well until I got my topper. Always stayed dry inside even during torrential downpours.

 

Sub'd for more info on "surplus stainless".....
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It may. Tractor supply has a good return policy. Stop by one of their stores and try it out.

 

If I wanted it Bayteff Salvage has plenty of scrap SS as well as aluminum and mild steel. Just find a scrap metal yard. Lot's of restaurants/food prep around so plenty of SS table tops.