Underhood Storage In The Spare Batt Spot

[nickvrebel]

I recently purchased a 2009 Sierra, traded in a 2003 Silverado... I noticed the battery location moved leaving behind the empty battery tray at the driver's side front corner of the engine compartment. has anyone devised a way to mount a box or something there to make use of this space? I was thinking of maybe a good spot to keep my recovery/ tow strap and other small essentials that currently ride under the back seat... what say you?

[MS3DALE]

I think a few of the other guys on here have made some sort of storage box/container for that battery tray area.

I also think I saw where a couple guys have bought like a small tackle box and mounted it there as well.

[dewfpo]

You can always add a battery box to the tray and use it as a toolbox. My '85 Ford actually had one as a factory option.

 

DEWFPO

[spikesputnik]

Look into a boat battery box- this subject has crossed my mind too. They usually come with anchors and a strap that also keep the lid on. Should be the perfect size too

[pm26]

First time I looked under the hood of a GMT 900 I though the battery was missing. I naturally assumed it to be where mine is.

[BruceW]

I really like this idea for additional storage. Seems like the perfect place to store jumper cables. Please share pictures of whatever you do.

 

Thanks

[Badass69]

My 96 1/2 ton has a factory cubby or storage container in that same position actually. I know the spot looks very empty on the 09 3/4 ton I drive through work and have often wondered if a box out of a OBS truck would fit if a person wanted too. It's kind of nice thought...... I don't use it and I think on the lid it says maximum 20 lbs or so.

[jro909]

mount a machine gun that pops out of the headlight

[Badass69]

 

 

There is the OBS box both installed and as the kit from GM. No that is not a picture of my truck, mine looks new. It is apparently a relatively uncommon find and was available factory installed only in 96 and 97. Whoopee do, I have an uncommon factory option....... I think it's more admirable my mileage is at just over 28000 original miles..

[700 sportsman]

I have that same compartment on my '96, and my dad's 09 just has a big old gap. And I thought I had low miles at 53,000

[Bish]

I put a marine battery holder in that spot. I keep jumper cables, tow strap, crank flashlight, hand warmers, space blanket, few tools, etc there. Never had to go in there but just in case.

[Matt_]

I put a marine battery holder in that spot. I keep jumper cables, tow strap, crank flashlight, hand warmers, space blanket, few tools, etc there. Never had to go in there but just in case.

 

Have any pictures? that's a great idea....

[pm26]

I put a marine battery holder in that spot. I keep jumper cables, tow strap, crank flashlight, hand warmers, space blanket, few tools, etc there. Never had to go in there but just in case.

 

Crank flashlight? I heard of those, but hnever saw one for sale anywhere.

[Stex]

Well at least you will know where to look for the underhood rattle! I like my Gm underseat better....but it is wasted space and can help out if running an ec or rc.

[Matt_]

I wouldn't just throw the stuff in the box. I'd get some thick foam and cut out pockets for everything so there wouldn't be any rattling or noises. Would probably be 2 or 3 layers depending on what I put in there... but for the once or twice a year it wouldn't be a big deal (put some ratchet straps on the top layer since they'd probably get used the most).