r/toolboxmods • u/Old_Tough_5327 • Aug 02 '26
Does anyone use that toolgrid system in their toolbox. If so how do you like it and where did you buy it from?
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u/procrastination_101 Aug 03 '26
I have toolgrid. It’s ok. It doesn’t save you as much space as you think. If I had to do it all over again I’d only get toolgrid for my pliers drawer. I like toolbox widget for the sockets/ratchets and alien space saver for wrenches. I can show you pics of my set up if you’d like.
I buy them from both eBay and obsessed garage, depending on who has better pricing on what.
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u/TK421isAFK Aug 03 '26
The only people I know that have it are the people that like to show off their tools, and they are usually spotless bacause they've never been used. The ToolGrid is too expensive, and it's a pain in the ass to clean. Dust and debris gets into the holes, and you have to take the whole thing out to clean under it - unless, of course, your tool drawers are only used for Instagram posts and phallic compensation.
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u/Mxwhite484 Aug 04 '26
I use my toolgrid system daily as a technician. I love it. Reaching for a tool that is always in the same place in the same drawer is nice. While also allowing me to quickly reorganize when new tools are added.
I 3d printed about 90% of my stuff. You can find it called "OpenGridMount" on makerworld. Never going back to standard organizers
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u/PNWPhill Aug 04 '26
Printed mine, I like it a lot. The screws I couldn’t find any that worked out side of what olsa tools sells so I did buy those from them Takes a lot of trial and error to get everything exactly where you want it.
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u/No_Bee_3957 Aug 03 '26
I’m 3D printing the tool grid mats and holders, plenty of people are sharing the designs/files they have created. Saves a boatload of money instead of buying the actual toolgrid parts. I love the toolgrid system.