Helicopter Engineer's Tool Bag/Box/Case

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Davis
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Helicopter Engineer's Tool Bag/Box/Case

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Hey Guys,

I landed a job as an apprentice helicopter AME and was wondering what tool box I should buy? what tool boxes do you reccomend for a travelling engineer? Basically alot of bush type work/ on the road. I really like the Pelican 0450 but it seems a little big and heavy? Thanks in advance! :prayer:
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I use the 1550 case and have been for years now. I modified it so that it has 5 trays for my tools made out of packing foam and reinforced on the bottom and also has handles so I can remove them easy. I like the Pelican cases as they seem to stand up better to the abuse from shipping it around the world. The only dislike is that it is quite heavy when its full, probably weighs 60+ pounds. May look into getting another one with wheels at some point as I get older......

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Here is what I use. I've had it for a few years now with 50lbs total weight (more than recommended I know). It has been the best thing I've found for a mechanic on the run. If you are not moving around to much a case could be better. I find I can put the back pack on and it leaves my hands free to take parts or what ever is needed.


http://www.toolpak.com/
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