Storage for comp equipment

Teamfour · Mar 28, 2014

bruno994 said:
I use a 3 drawer one similiar to the above from Wal-Mart for $20. It sits nicely on a prep table and holds all my tools.

We use the same thing for items we access regularly. Plastic bins for other stuff like lights, extension cords, pots, etc. These bins double as our wash tubs during the comp. Finally we use one of those panels that holds shoes for things like utensils, gloves, etc. It hangs up under the awning.

CBQ · Mar 29, 2014

Using these for 5 years now, a few teams have copied them. No lifting. No cheap plastic roll around things that will break in contest use. Flipped one over when we lost the EZ UP during a micro-burst, no damage to the unit or the contents.

SkinEz · Mar 29, 2014

CBQ said:
Using these for 5 years now, a few teams have copied them. No lifting. No cheap plastic roll around things that will break in contest use. Flipped one over when we lost the EZ UP during a micro-burst, no damage to the unit or the contents.

Where did you get those?

Theresa B · Mar 29, 2014

ZBQ- when I grow up I want to be like you! I drool over your set up every time I run into you at comps.

MikeJ65 · Mar 29, 2014

Smokin' the Bandit said:
I use two of these from Home Depot. One for food items and one for smoker items. They have a removable tray on the top for small items. Wheels and pull out handle make it easy for one person to move around.

I've been looking at that for my electrical stuff (generator, gas, extension cords, power strips). I just carry a generator for backup and this would let me wheel it out of the trailer during setup and free up trailer space. They are rain tight, can be secured, and a pretty good deal for $60.

BMerrill · Mar 29, 2014

They are made by Suncast.

slowerlowerbbq · Mar 29, 2014

We use plastic bins for all the bigger stuff. But we were lucky enough to buy one these airline carts (or galley carts) from Pigheaded BBQ at our first contest. It holds all our little stuff, stays dry in the rain and very easy to move around with the locking wheels. They're not cheap, but they are built like a tank and pretty light.

jeffry1970 · Mar 29, 2014

This guy has some great ideas. I have one of his car back units I use for grab and go camping equipment.
http://www.drifta.com.au
You can get some great ideas from his designs.

buttburnersbbq · Mar 29, 2014

I was tired of all the bins. I purchased a rolling work bench from Sams club. It holds everything I need. I roll on and off my trailer. It has enough drawers and middle section has a door with a shelf inside.

http://www.samsclub.com/sams/ultra-heavy-duty-12-drawer-rolling-workbench/prod1480010.ip?navAction=

jeffry1970 · Mar 29, 2014

buttburnersbbq said:
I was tired of all the bins. I purchased a rolling work bench from Sams club. It holds everything I need. I roll on and off my trailer. It has enough drawers and middle section has a door with a shelf inside.

http://www.samsclub.com/sams/ultra-heavy-duty-12-drawer-rolling-workbench/prod1480010.ip?navAction=

How heavy is it and how do you transport it? I really like this idea

PaPaQ · Mar 29, 2014

jeffry1970 said:
How heavy is it and how do you transport it? I really like this idea

Assembled Size

72" W x 20" D x 37" H
Hardwood Top: 72" x 20" x 1.5" thick
317 lbs.
8 Drawers: 19.25"W x 18.5"D x 2.75"H
3 Drawers: 19.25"W x 18.5"D x 4.75"H
1 Drawer: 19.25"W x 18.5"D x 7.5"H
Shelf: 21.5" x 18.75"

nkay · Mar 29, 2014

I like this chest. Have some concerns about the weight but this is sort of what I have been considering. Would fit great under my prep table.

buttburnersbbq · Mar 29, 2014

jeffry1970 said:
How heavy is it and how do you transport it? I really like this idea

It weighs with nothing in it 300 lbs. It must weigh close to 450 with every thing in it, It rolls easy and I have not issue pulling it up my ramp of my trailer by myself . It fits right besides my smoker on the trailer.

nkay · Mar 29, 2014

I like that. Nice thought on the ramp. Thanks for the pics.

CBQ · Mar 29, 2014

SkinEz said:
Where did you get those?

I made them out of stuff I ordered on the internet. Took a few hours to make, but they are still like new - worth the time and money we put into them.

The wheels are 8" pneumatic casters, the shelving is from wireshelving.com, and the resin bins are from Lowes (made by Suncast). The bins are bolted to the shelves using stainless steel bolts and fender washers, and the horizontal shelves are locked in place with stainless steel self tapping screws to prevent the shelves from shifting when getting bounced around in a trailer.

Some pointers to parts:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Suncast-...Drawer-Tower-DRT1288CD/100669783#.UYbB_bU4u5g

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Suncast-...rawers-2-Pack-DR188810/100669854#.UYbCC7U4u5g

http://www.theshelvingstore.com/18_inch_D_x_48_inch_W_Chrome_Wire_Shelving_Unit_p/sc184854-p.htm

http://www.theshelvingstore.com/SI_Chrome_Wire_Shelf_Ledge_p/si-asl12c-p.htm

The casters I found on Amazon for 8 bucks, but don't have them on there anymore though.

CBQ · Mar 29, 2014

slowerlowerbbq said:

That's really cool, but I would keep hearing voices saying things like "Now that you have stored your luggage in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front of you, fasten your seat belt by insert the metal fitting into the buckle, and then pull it low and tight across your lap. To release it, lift up on the buckle. Passengers must comply with lighted signs, posted placards, and crew members instructions."

It's possible I spend way to much time on airplanes. :becky:

JimmyDAL · Mar 30, 2014

I use the inside of a Cres Cor warming cabinet with bus bins, works great and is duel purpose.

pmanzi · Mar 30, 2014

We use two of these [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Sterilite-01748501-4-Drawer-Handles-Platinum/dp/B0006O0EF6/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1396214492&sr=8-5&keywords=3+draw+plastic+storage"]Amazon.com - Sterilite 01748501 4-Drawer Unit with Putty Handles, Light Platinum -@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Or5oJbJIL.@@AMEPARAM@@41Or5oJbJIL[/ame]

Made a base for them on casters that we can wheel around without fuss and the tops make a great prep area.

tduffy · Mar 31, 2014

pmanzi said:
We use two of these Amazon.com - Sterilite 01748501 4-Drawer Unit with Putty Handles, Light Platinum -

Made a base for them on casters that we can wheel around without fuss and the tops make a great prep area.

I use those too. Bought them at walmart.

BMerrill · Mar 31, 2014

CBQ said:
I made them out of stuff I ordered on the internet. Took a few hours to make, but they are still like new - worth the time and money we put into them.

The wheels are 8" pneumatic casters, the shelving is from wireshelving.com, and the resin bins are from Lowes (made by Suncast). The bins are bolted to the shelves using stainless steel bolts and fender washers, and the horizontal shelves are locked in place with stainless steel self tapping screws to prevent the shelves from shifting when getting bounced around in a trailer.

Some pointers to parts:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Suncast-...Drawer-Tower-DRT1288CD/100669783#.UYbB_bU4u5g

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Suncast-...rawers-2-Pack-DR188810/100669854#.UYbCC7U4u5g

http://www.theshelvingstore.com/18_inch_D_x_48_inch_W_Chrome_Wire_Shelving_Unit_p/sc184854-p.htm

http://www.theshelvingstore.com/SI_Chrome_Wire_Shelf_Ledge_p/si-asl12c-p.htm

The casters I found on Amazon for 8 bucks, but don't have them on there anymore though.

They look like there is an opening above the handle. Is there.
How do they fair in rain?

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