Toolboxes With Feet Install Guide

Correct Fitting Instructions

The correct fitting of an toolboxes with feet ensures that the item is

  1. Securely fastened to the tray.
  2. Secured using fasteners that will not stretch or lose tension.
  3. Is secured in a way that minimizes any deformation at or around the hole for the fastener.
  4. Is secured in a way that prevents movement or flex in the box.

Ensuring these criteria are met will avoid

  • Detachment or loss of unit from the vehicle.
  • Deterioration of the toolbox due to movement or flex in the toolbox.
  • Tearing of the aluminium floor and compounding effects.
  • Cracking of welds due to movement or flex in the toolbox.
  • Loss of warranty.

Use Only

  • Hi Tensile (Grade 8.8 or above) Zinc Plated Bolts M8 size or above.
  • Nyloc Nuts to suit.
  • Minimum 50mm x 50mm x 5mm (or equivalent) plate washers top and bottom.
  • Allow for 2 x plates/washers per bolt and nut fixing.

Method

  • The feet of the toolbox should be fully supported by the tray or a substructure.
  • Washers/Plates need to be placed into the end of each foot on the toolbox. ENSURE THAT ALL FEET ARE USED.
  • The second Washer/Plate is fitted over the bolt on the underside of the tray, with the nyloc nut This method will ensure that the tightening load of each bolt/nut is spread across a wide surface area. It will also minimize any movement of the toolbox at or beyond the extent of the fastening point/s.

DO NOT

  • Use screws to secure a toolbox to a vehicle or tray.
  • Use standard size washers under the head of any bolt (or nut) used to secure a toolbox.
  • Position the fasteners holding a toolbox away from the edges of the structure
  • Only bolt the feet at the ends of the toolbox leaving the feet in the middle free to move.

If you have any questions about the fitting of your Magnum toolbox, then please call our friendly team and they will be more than happy to offer the assistance or advice you need.