DIY Battery Tool Box Build - Travel Trailer Project
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Күн бұрынBuilding the aluminum battery / tool box for the front of the Travel Trailer. This was my first time welding aluminum with a spool gun and bending/forming sheet metal of this thickness. So there was quite a bit of trial and error learning, but overall I'm really happy with the result!
The primary purpose of the box will be to house my 12v batteries, 12v wiring and some other tools at the front of the Travel Trailer. But I'm sure I might find some other uses as well :D
Please let me know if you have any questions :)
Joe
Big thanks to Industrial Metal Supply and Forney Industries for partnering with me on this project! Forney Industries supplied the spool gun to use for welding the aluminum. And Industrial Metal Supply supplied the aluminum diamond plate.
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@MrLokojorge 4 жыл бұрын
Great job on the box, one thing I would recommend to you and others is when installing the weather stripping @ 9:48, you should place it on the lid, not the top of the box. This will help with accidentally damaging it when you go to put or take things out. I know this is a bit late but others who watch this for their own can benefit. Good job!
@crazymatt2482 5 жыл бұрын
Even though you had a few bad welds there is nothing better than doing it yourself and teaching and learning from yourself. Great job!
@bobferranti5222 5 жыл бұрын
Fantastic job! I'm a retired welder and you should be very proud of this latest accomplishment!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Bob Ferranti thanks Bob! Hopefully I’ll improve quite a bit on the next projects but man is welding addictive 😀😂
@bfa178 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome job brother. No matter the cost of the project you can’t put a price on learning and/or sharpening skills. I always feel it’s better to build it than buy it regardless of price. Skills carryover to every day life and you can also save your department money if you are willing to put in the work for “free”! Which in turn saves taxpayers money.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
bfa178 yes, absolutely! I really enjoy the process of figuring these things out....and hopefully by the next aluminum project, my welds will be a tad better too😀👍
@MikeBramm 5 жыл бұрын
Very nice job. You couldn't have purchased one that fits as nice as this one, and you've learned how to weld aluminum. Well worth the effect.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
MikeBramm thanks mike! Yes there definitely want one that would’ve fit my trailers front tongue angle...and definitely glad to have gone through the effort:)
@RobertWedderburn 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for being a great teacher and being willing to showing your mistakes as well. Such a good video!
@Luigi13 5 жыл бұрын
When seeing all the built that you made, it makes me more appreciative to all the work that goes in building a trailer that the manufacturing companies do. Thanks.
@kastenolsen9577 2 жыл бұрын
An excellent job. Here's an "Atta boy" for you!
@737smartin 5 жыл бұрын
Spectacular! Looks fantastic. Love the techniques you demonstrated and the production quality of your video.
@nealemullen2330 5 жыл бұрын
i like your cutting the backside trick to get an easy bend without using a brake
@fadsadmo3254 5 жыл бұрын
It was definitely worth it to make it’s the great part is that you are using the workshop for your projects, well planned. 👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Fadsad Mo thanks for checking it out😀👍
@chrisp755 5 жыл бұрын
I have to admit I love every one of your videos, thanks for sharing your Channel
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Chris P oh man...thanks chris! You are too kind 😀
@andreypuris1773 4 жыл бұрын
молодец мужик мастер на все руки !!!!!!👍👍👍👍👍👍
@jodygroshon7969 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe, Always happy to watch your projects and can do attitude. Please continue your fine work.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Jody Groshon thanks you Jody! I will and I always appreciate hearing from you too👍
@Asomesauc 5 жыл бұрын
You are a true Craftsman attention to detail is spot on much respect
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
daniel w thank you Daniel!
@bixo5191 5 жыл бұрын
IMPRESIONANTE TÍO!!!😲...COMO SIEMPRE MAGNÍFICO TRABAJO👏ENHORABUENA 👍
@KaleidoscopeJunkie 5 жыл бұрын
It was DEFINITELY more entertaining to watch you make the box than to watch you go buy one.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
KaleidoscopeJunkie lol...I hope so😀👍
@VicsYard 5 жыл бұрын
Agreed!!!!!
@ToddLarsen 5 жыл бұрын
My hats off to you Joe! Great job!I've watched you build this project from start till this point and you keep learning and teaching us as you go and I'm always amazed what you can do basically on your own. Thanks for sharing and as always Keep Building👍
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Todd Larsen thanks Todd! I’m learning so much through these projects! But I’m also hoping to do a bit of relaxing when I get this thing done😉👍
@mgabbard 5 жыл бұрын
For your first build bending and welding aluminum it came out really nice!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
mgabbard thanks!
@MichaelHenderson07 5 жыл бұрын
Incredibly impressive. Nice job.
@johnkelley9877 5 жыл бұрын
That is a really professional looking battery box. It looks great! I always look forward to your tutorials.
@t.e.h.7711 5 жыл бұрын
Man ! I am amazed at your skills and jealous as well !! Great job !!
@ernestrichendollar8177 5 жыл бұрын
Good job! Looks great! Thanks for sharing your experience!
@wolfenstein722 5 жыл бұрын
That box looked sweet....nice job.
@nobodyknowsme4638 4 жыл бұрын
I'm definitely subscribing ! I just love the craftsmanship. Very Appreciable !
@thelopergizer2682 4 жыл бұрын
I know you made this video quite some time ago, and not sure if anyone else has given this recommendation. It appears your bolts go from the inside and the nuts are under the frame. For security's sake, I recommend installing the bolts from the outside and securing them with the nuts on the inside. This way no one can simply take off the nuts and make off with your toolbox. Additionally, the toolbox looks fantastic, and I think there is a lot to be said about self-satisfaction having created it yourself. Great job.
@BlackLocustPatriot 5 жыл бұрын
You did an amazing job! It looks as good or better than professionally manufactured boxes!
@awesomearizona-dino 5 жыл бұрын
It great to see someone using the aluminum spool gun on video...gives me hope, that someday i could use one on my Mig.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
DIY by Dino yes for sure! Definitely a little learning curve but I figure it’s just a difference of where the effort is. Aluminum is harder to weld but easier to cut and won’t rust...whereas steel is harder to cut but easier to weld...but will require paint or something to protect from elements😀
@mrbibstoo 3 жыл бұрын
Nice job! Very impressed with your work. Thanks for sharing.
@galvezlawncare2754 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job very nicely done
@m.c. 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent work as always. Congratulations. Greetings from Uruguay
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Marcos Cirigliano thanks Marcos! 😀👍 🇺🇾
@PatrolAdventuresAustralia 5 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Joe! I wouldn't be too bothered about the beginners (spool gun) welding. The fact is you have the courage (which most don't) to learn as you go. Having said that it turned out fantastic! Love your videos, keep them coming.
@powerofone1645 5 жыл бұрын
The end look is soooo professional looking. Put some logos on it and hey presto. You encourage me to build one to.
@Godfather-GODY78 5 жыл бұрын
I really liked the box it's so beautiful.
@Brianrogers86 5 жыл бұрын
Box looks great Joe! I used rivets to put my box together that i built for my 12v batteries and it turned out nice but i'm thinking about going to 6v batteries and am going to need a bigger battery box. Awesome idea to score your bends. Thanks for the ideas!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Brian Rogers thanks Brian! I think rivets are a great time tested technique...and yes the 6vs sound like they do a bit better job for the long term...I guess that’s the whole reason the golf carts use em🤔
@Brianrogers86 5 жыл бұрын
@@homesteadonomics by the way I love how you built your trailer from the ground up. Looks awesome. Can't wait to see it finished you by the way feel free to check out my builds. First one was almost ground up. You'll have to let me know what you think
@justgivemethetruth 5 жыл бұрын
Oooh, spiffy locking mechanism ... slick!
@oArleo 5 жыл бұрын
Outstanding job, pal. (advice: For cold climat Battery box should be linked with inner area for preventing of accumulator freeze out)
@RobinLewisMakes 5 жыл бұрын
Really like that latch, slick!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Robin Lewis thanks Robin! It fit and functioned better than i was thinking it would😀
@jimsfarm 5 жыл бұрын
Great job Joe, looks like a very sturdy box. If you will be putting batteries in there and charging while the box is closed, might want think about venting since the gases need somewhere to go. Keep up the great work.
@CITYNEWSSUPPORT 5 жыл бұрын
Another Top Of The Mark Video
@raymondhodge3979 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome job, you should be proud of the whole trailer build. Looking forward to your next video.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Raymond! Yes, definitely happy with that build so far....but really looking forward to using it instead of building it...haha
@dansutube100 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding! I wish I had the time to do projects like this . Great job!
@dennischroninger4873 5 жыл бұрын
It's really starting to come together! Looks great thanks for sharing.
@patrickretsel7048 4 жыл бұрын
What a maker....you always do such a nice job.....
@JANDLWOODWORKING 5 жыл бұрын
you could not get such a nice trailer for any price as nice as yours is coming out wonderful work!!!
@beansandrice3296 5 жыл бұрын
Pretty BA. Love your versatility!
@USNERDOC 5 жыл бұрын
I am constantly amazed and impressed with your problem solving and fabrication skills. Always look forward to a new video from your channel. Awesome job!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
USNERDOC thank you David! The problem solving aspect of these projects is the fun part....but also what keeps me up at night too...lol
@BruceS42 5 жыл бұрын
I'm more impressed by how fast he can move that hammer! I tried to replicate that, and now my elbows all swollen up. But seriously, his extremely broad range of skills is amazing.
@luckydog7995 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Joe. I was amazed you could do the back very sharp bends without breaking the metal.
@homesteadonomics 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yes the bending of aluminum is tricky. I can’t remember if this was 3031 or 6061 but one is the bendable type of aluminum and the other will break if bent too far. If you try this just make sure the diamond plate is the formable kind😀👍
@StMyles 5 жыл бұрын
Nice. That was so cool how you shaped the walls of the box. I so admire your craftsmanship.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Myles Yoshimoto thanks Myles! It really took shape even better than I expected it would😀👍
@DaybirdAviaries 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome job. That looks great. Well done.
@tovaritchboy 5 жыл бұрын
Very cool box, def better then store bought.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Greg Wade thanks Greg! I’m hoping so....not perfect but it should serve the purpose well I’m thinking 😀👍
@tovaritchboy 5 жыл бұрын
Should work GREAT!
@JDurkin2811 5 жыл бұрын
Nice work Joe, Great video.
@casid9929 5 жыл бұрын
Reason I like your videos--everything you do is done very well!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
thank you Casi!
@felixcat9318 4 жыл бұрын
What an excellent tutorial, thoroughly detailed, great videography, presentation and narration. The result is a custom size battery box with great torsional rigidity and which looks beautifully made, which it was. I was surprised that the lock assembly didn't appear to have a gasket between it and the aluminium it fitted to.
@GardnersGarage 5 жыл бұрын
I have to say, from the thumbnail I thought this was a box you purchased! Great work, and bending the aluminum turned out great!
@byroneckhart9070 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome, I asked the question too, why not just buy one? But I can see the satisfaction from DIY and the experience gained. I can now appreciate the seemingly high cost of a manufactured box. Overall, you can be proud of the accomplishment! Thanks for sharing.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
yes, that is one of the most often asked questions...haha... but yes, as you mentioned, it is something that I enjoy doing and wanted to do. sure, I could buy a used one... but then I would inherit someone else's leaks, problems, etc,. ... or by a new one and spend way more than this one. and lastly..... you wouldn't be able to watch the build series if I bought one ;) jk thanks for watching Byron :) Joe
@zephyr1dam2001 4 жыл бұрын
I've been watching all of this build, and I'm thoroughly impressed by it. You've done an incredible job with it. I feel inspired ay some future point yo do this myself. Kudos & cheers maestro!
@ramlover649 5 жыл бұрын
That looks really good for your first time
@henrypuyi5485 5 жыл бұрын
Joe I am in awe of your skills. Great job!! Bear Down my friend.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Henry Pu Yi thank you Henry! I appreciate it and hearing from my fellow wildcat!!!
@osmarnascimento6176 9 күн бұрын
Very nice job
@juliocesar-zj5uf 4 жыл бұрын
Excelente trabalho parabéns.
@darrellbedford9925 5 жыл бұрын
great video and build. Nice work on the box. One suggestion, i you are going to put batteries inn it you should put vent hole in or the gases to escape when charging or a heavy drain on them.
@NoviceDIYerNoel 3 жыл бұрын
Good work. Nice build.
@uknowulikethat4042 5 жыл бұрын
nice work Joe, looks great on there.
@chicknman9 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome job!!! Great way to improvise when you don't have the tools to bend the Aluminum. Great videos!! Keep them coming!!!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Dan P thanks Dan! It’s fun seeing what you can do with things you have!
@waynestinyworld 5 жыл бұрын
Man, that was a good vid. You learn something in every project it seems whether watching it or actually doing it. My buddy stops by my house at times to visit and he normally catches me doing something that's not excatly supposed to be possible or in a way that's not normal. He always says "who would think of that!!" Next time I'm just going to say "Joe would."....lol. Great ideas as usual.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Wayne Waldrep haha...but he’d probably be like ‘joe who?!”😂 And yes, I learn a lot by new projects...just doing the trial and error thing..and by tinkering and figuring with little things...haha...not efficient but works for me
@BruceAUlrich 5 жыл бұрын
Cool tool box build! I like the diamond plate. I didn't know there was such a thing as a spooler, so I learned something.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Bruce A. Ulrich thanks Bruce! It was quite a learning experience...But I’m happy with the results...even if I did get a couple more grays during the process 😀
@tbcottonhead4175 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent Job!
@danconlan8735 5 жыл бұрын
Nice job on the box, you made it look easy! Sorry about the hail, that's a bummer after all the great work.
@midom9143 5 жыл бұрын
great job as always
@johnc1686 5 жыл бұрын
Good job bud i watch start to finish and you did amazing job!! Very talented!!👍👍👍
@ben_alvrz 5 жыл бұрын
Nice work!
@phillypaypa5142 5 жыл бұрын
That looks like a perfect fit.
@tatadeuboy 4 жыл бұрын
Alto níve!! l parabéns Brasil por aqui admirando seu trabalho ...
@drewt3210 5 жыл бұрын
Great build, Joe! It's well worth it b/c you learned a new skill, procured the needed equipment to perform that skill moving forward AND inspired others along the way. Education can be expensive, but here we all made out like bandits! Thanks again, @HoneyOnWales
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
DrewT yes, I have learned a ton on this whole project so far...and still. Red to do lots more before it gets done 😉👍
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
‘And still need to do lots more..’
@jimthvac100 5 жыл бұрын
You did a damn good job building that box
@momobadilak 5 жыл бұрын
great series of videos . in this one I like your bending technique for the large box - nice!
@grantoyamaha 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome job.
@michaelsfabwork2985 4 жыл бұрын
Great build.
@weatchley 5 жыл бұрын
Another great job. Thanks for showing how it's done.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
WillTiberius thanks Will!
@LogicBob 5 жыл бұрын
Wow, it turned out great!
@MAHWL 4 жыл бұрын
That was awesome!!! From someone who doesn't know what she's doing , you made it look so easy ... Minus the tools i don't have but im sure i can rent them somewhere... Thanks for sharing your travel trailer video series... I am definitely saving them for future reference.. Happy trailing!!!👍😁😁😁
@miguelzapata122 5 жыл бұрын
Muy buen trabajo, para ser la primera vez que sueldas aluminio; felicitaciones!!!!!...
@Llamadosalvaje 5 жыл бұрын
Wow! Beautiful tool box
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
PATRIOTA CHILE thank you! 🇨🇱
@russellsmalls318 5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful.. Great job.
@charlieronk7909 5 жыл бұрын
Wow very impressive !!!
@ByThelakeFL 5 жыл бұрын
Nice job!
@mikemorris2068 5 жыл бұрын
Really awesome video. Look forward to seeing how you do the inside of the trailer. As always it is worth watching what you do. Thanks.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Mike Morris thanks Mike! I’ve been looking forward to doing the inside too...this has taken longer than I planned but I figure once the inside is started it should be the homestretch to the first road camping trip😀
@shadorourke8955 5 жыл бұрын
I weld aluminum everyday mostly tig. With a spool gun use a push angle to keep the gas in front of the weld pool. You will get better welds and no black with the weld. Awesome job for your first time and love the channel.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Shad Orourke thanks Shad! I’m hoping to improve a Lot...haha...this was harder than I thought it would be but I can’t wait to do some more! And eventually I want to graduate to tig...but I think I’ll start out with some steel for that to get used to the two hand and foot pedal technique....I’m not super coordinated with those kinds of things....so a lot of practice will be needed😀👍
@henryvaldillez6785 2 жыл бұрын
That trailer box was a good learning experience with that new welding spool, Good Work it came out beautiful. And Thx!
@bigpapaporsche1 2 жыл бұрын
Nice Job, I'll go to school on you and use some of your techniques! The plan is to make a Cargo Carrier that mounts on the back of a travel trailer to carry camping stuff, to include a 45 LB Electric Bike. etc. I realize it critical to be mindful of the amount of weight at the rear of a Trailer, and therefore will limit the amount of weight to no more than 150 LBS, including the Carrier! Any weight that is added to the back of a RV Trailer, can easily adversely affect handling if not limited! The "Base Frame" of the Carrier will use Tractor Supply's Alum Model, and then Aluminum sides/back/bottom/top will be made per your techniques. Hopefully, I'll be able to incorporate a removal Back Panel, that slides up/down into position. This will eliminate the need to lift the contents over the "Top Edge of the Box," thereby saving my back! Thanks for your ideas!
@patriot7633 3 жыл бұрын
Good Professional job, Bro.
@customhaines2510 5 жыл бұрын
Nicely done. Tip; Any time you are cutting aluminum put some bee's wax or candle wax on your saw blade or drill bit, it will keep the aluminum from galling up your blade. You will get a better smoother cut and reduce kickback.
@diegodog20270 5 жыл бұрын
Nice work!👍🏻👍🏻
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
diegodog20270 thx Diego
@joshg7603 4 жыл бұрын
awsome job man....
@NedbLegocity 5 жыл бұрын
Looks Great! your trailer is such a cool project!
@glenfaughtjr1663 5 жыл бұрын
Impressive and functional as always!
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Glen Faught Jr thanks Glen 😀👍
@DualsPortvet 5 жыл бұрын
Nicely done! I wish my DIY skills were that good.
@silvergrizzly316 5 жыл бұрын
Not only interesting, that was a totally AWESOME build joe!!! For the first time building a battery/tool box and welding aluminum diamond plate, I would hafta say you are a very talented individual. GREAT JOB my friend!!! Take care and God Bless. ~Jay~.
@homesteadonomics 5 жыл бұрын
Silver Grizzly thanks Jay! Definitely a learning process but I’m happy with it! God bless you too!
@marthalucas7298 4 жыл бұрын
ANOTHER GREAT JOB.
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