Boss Strongbox 4runner system
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I had an inspiration as I was pulling out my $242 Smittybuilt Storage Vault and replacing it with a $40 Rothco Duffel Bag.
Vault:
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3461222-post344.html
Duffel:
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3498815-post362.html
Why not use pistol cable locks to secure my duffel bag to the cargo hold?
I got a ton of them floating around the house!!!
Looky there no more squeaking turnbuckles!
Vault:
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3461222-post344.html
Duffel:
https://www.toyota-4runner.org/3498815-post362.html
Why not use pistol cable locks to secure my duffel bag to the cargo hold?
I got a ton of them floating around the house!!!
Looky there no more squeaking turnbuckles!
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avo1789
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I've had the strongbox installed for a few days and here are some notes:
1. I received the drawer just 5 days after I ordered. Shipping only took a couple days - probably because we are both in SoCal.
2. There's JUST enough room to access the jack compartment on the driver's side. I was able to take the jack out by using the right angles.
3. Installation straight forward. The fit and finish is pretty nice. Side wings don't perfectly contour the side panels, but that doesn't bother me much.
4. When I initially positioned the box, I made sure to leave enough room for the back seats to recline to the last position. Problem is that when you tighten the turnbuckles all the way it starts going toward the seats. Now I can only recline 2 notches instead of 4 (or 5, can't remember). It would be nice if the front/side turnbuckle mounts could be slightly repositioned toward the front of the car.
5. To my surprise it's not noisy. I only noticed the metal tapping noise over very bumpy roads and potholes. Even then it's not very noticeable. I do plan on adding some CLD tiles to the inner panels and drawer to reduce vibrations.
6. Speaking of drawer - the lock/knob is easy to operate and the drawer slide is smooth. It does come with a slide stop but it doesn't always stop the drawer from coming out all the way. I might need to bend it outwards so there is more friction to stop the drawer from opening 100%
7. Overall I think it is a great value. I was looking at almost all other options but had a hard time spending over 1k. This was right at the mark for my budget and I'm glad I got it!
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1. I received the drawer just 5 days after I ordered. Shipping only took a couple days - probably because we are both in SoCal.
2. There's JUST enough room to access the jack compartment on the driver's side. I was able to take the jack out by using the right angles.
3. Installation straight forward. The fit and finish is pretty nice. Side wings don't perfectly contour the side panels, but that doesn't bother me much.
4. When I initially positioned the box, I made sure to leave enough room for the back seats to recline to the last position. Problem is that when you tighten the turnbuckles all the way it starts going toward the seats. Now I can only recline 2 notches instead of 4 (or 5, can't remember). It would be nice if the front/side turnbuckle mounts could be slightly repositioned toward the front of the car.
5. To my surprise it's not noisy. I only noticed the metal tapping noise over very bumpy roads and potholes. Even then it's not very noticeable. I do plan on adding some CLD tiles to the inner panels and drawer to reduce vibrations.
6. Speaking of drawer - the lock/knob is easy to operate and the drawer slide is smooth. It does come with a slide stop but it doesn't always stop the drawer from coming out all the way. I might need to bend it outwards so there is more friction to stop the drawer from opening 100%
7. Overall I think it is a great value. I was looking at almost all other options but had a hard time spending over 1k. This was right at the mark for my budget and I'm glad I got it!
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I haven't received mine yet its on the truck but couldn't you build a block of some sort that will prevent the box to shift forward?
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Daikon
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I added a 'tension nut' to the existing turnbuckles. It's like a nylon nut minus the nylon insert.
first post...finally something to add.
I bought one back in October. It has been great.
I have taken it off road. With a lot of vibration and bumps, the turnbuckles they provided would loosen up slightly and I got some squeeking after a few hours. I bought a set with locking nuts from E-Rigging.com and problem solved. Never loosened up again. No more squeeking.
NoLight
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Smart what size nuts are those? I need to do the same thing.
Daikon
Member
i went with M10 1.5 because my local home depot did not have nylon nuts in the correct size (3/8-16).
I'm replacing the turnbuckle bolt that connects to the box with an eyebolt and bought and new nylon nuts instead (3/8-16 thread through the turnbuckle perfectly). I'm going with an eyebolt because I'm using the molle side panels to attach a fire extinguisher so I don't want to get cut when I'm reaching in on the side.
I'm replacing the turnbuckle bolt that connects to the box with an eyebolt and bought and new nylon nuts instead (3/8-16 thread through the turnbuckle perfectly). I'm going with an eyebolt because I'm using the molle side panels to attach a fire extinguisher so I don't want to get cut when I'm reaching in on the side.
gibburnz
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Wrote an article on Trail4Runner.com
Hey guys...
Just wrote an article about this on Trail4Runner.com. Go check it out:
BOSS StrongBox Drawer System Install + Review For 5th Gen 4Runner
Hey guys...
Just wrote an article about this on Trail4Runner.com. Go check it out:
BOSS StrongBox Drawer System Install + Review For 5th Gen 4Runner
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Airwolf
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Good install article. The Boss Box is BadA$$.
I installed my Boss Strongbox about a month ago and did have a small issue. The lock rods that are attached to the center knob got loose (just screwed in) and one fell out into the channel and was rattling around. This was the only indication something had "changed" as there was no rattles before! I removed the channel cover and re-installed it using Loctite. If you have or are getting one of these boxes you should probably check to make sure they are tight. Simple lock drawer while it is out of the box and see if you can turn the locking rods. easy enough to slightly unscrew and drop a drop of Loctite on the threads and re-tighten.
Also I installed a 3/4" high by 1.5" thick synthetic board the length of the Boss box between the rear of the box and the rear seat stop. This gives something secure for the box to go against.
I installed my Boss Strongbox about a month ago and did have a small issue. The lock rods that are attached to the center knob got loose (just screwed in) and one fell out into the channel and was rattling around. This was the only indication something had "changed" as there was no rattles before! I removed the channel cover and re-installed it using Loctite. If you have or are getting one of these boxes you should probably check to make sure they are tight. Simple lock drawer while it is out of the box and see if you can turn the locking rods. easy enough to slightly unscrew and drop a drop of Loctite on the threads and re-tighten.
Also I installed a 3/4" high by 1.5" thick synthetic board the length of the Boss box between the rear of the box and the rear seat stop. This gives something secure for the box to go against.
gibburnz
New member
Nice. I'm going to try and make a little platform that sits on top of the drawers when they're fully opened. I'll run the underside down the table saw to create grooves for the board to sit in so it can serve as a nice platform to food prep on.
The right side lock rod fell out on mine as well, installed loctite. I contacted the company and they said that they would start applying loctite to the rods and fasteners. Also, check the central bolt that holds the lock arm in place, mine was very loose.
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GlacialSpeed
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This is a cool looking product. Lock nuts on the turnbuckle is a great tip.
SpaceBanana
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Does anybodys box shake and make noise when driving. Ive taken it off and tightened it and it still does
CollinJ
New member
Looks great, I saw the article on T4R. It’s what I’m looking for in a storage box, something that could be removed if needed for some reason but also well built.
Sadly I’ve got the stupid factory sliding tray so no luck there! Maybe they’ll have an option for a sliding tray in the future.
Sadly I’ve got the stupid factory sliding tray so no luck there! Maybe they’ll have an option for a sliding tray in the future.
gibburnz
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You can install the BSB with the sliding tray, it just won't slide anymore! The turnbuckles it comes with will extend that much further down and lock the box in place on top of the sliding tray.
gibburnz
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If you throw a bolt on to the top and bottom of the turnbuckles, it prevents the turnbuckle from loosening up.
