Tool Storage Onboard

[boatrboy]

With it being so difficult to get in the ER on this boat, I found it best to use a Husky pouch when climbing into the bilge. I have a plastic tool box stored under the floor like boogaboo which holds larger tools used less often, and the pouch is loaded with regularly used tools and sealants and tie wraps. I too use the pockets for screwdrivers, ratchets, meter, and keep the wrenches and sockets in the bottom of the bag.

 

[Scott215]

I keep boat at house. Have everything there. Small kit on the boat and Sea Tow LOL

 

[Cheap Guy]

I bought a mid level complete tool kit with specific slots for sockets, ratchets, etc., so when I’m done I’ll immediately know if I left pieces laying around. For other tools, especially commonly used screwdrivers and wrenches, I also have a plastic tool box, especially for electrical tools. Finally I keep a multi bit screwdriver, pliers and adjustable wrench handy in the galley drawer. The main thing is that I try to always do any repairs with the tools onboard while at dock so I know if things go bad on the water, I’ll have the necessary tools.

 

[Alex F]

Alex, where in the ER did you mount these shelves/toolbox?

Both sides. On the Port they cover the main batteries and the gray box. The toolbox sits just right next to it. On the STBD side the shelving covers the bow thruster batteries. That's the shelf for my grill. About 12yrs later, I'm looking to redesign it a bit.

 

[Maybe A Dancer]

The actual tools follow our individual mechanical abilities and skill set.

Assuming I might need to do an on the water repair, I keep any tool I might need on board.

The vast amount of storage space on the 450DA has spoiled me terribly, as I keep engine room tools in the ER utilizing several DRY BOXES strapped to the top of the two battery boxes.

Really easy access.

Infrequently used, larger, heavier tools are in a zipper tool bag behind the hot water tank, next to the wet/dry vac that stays down there.

I believe in convenience over weight, and there are several duplicated between the engine room AND the salon.

Additionally I keep a Milwaukee electric drill, impact, 2 batteries and a charger on board.

There's also a BROTHER labelmaker to label any new wiring I might be running.

A big assortment of wire connectors, full set of drill bits SAE and Metric allen keys and of course a digital micrometer.

Vaccuflush spares and filters go under the salon seat cushions.

Great thread!

BEST !

RWS

I like being self sufficient on the water