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Lifetime Storage Box 302L $74.50 @ Masters - Update: Further Reduction Now $37.25

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Lifetime Storage Box 302L $74.50 @ Masters - Update: Further Reduction Now $37.25
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rav_stk on 09/06/2016 - 09:58 masters.com.au (5538 clicks)
Last edited 16/06/2016 - 12:49 by 2 other users

I have been looking out for an outdoor storage box. This is not a bad option considering it was selling for $149 before. I wanted to buy this one https://www.masters.com.au/product/101638943/lifetime-outdoo… but its not on special so I bought this one. Specifications as below

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302L capacity
Spring hinged lid, opens greater than 90 degrees and won’t slam shut
Strong and durable, can be used as a bench seat
Rigid high density polyethylene (HDPE) construction
Weather resistant steel hinges
Weather and water resistant seal to keep interior dry

further savings can be done via cash rewards and gift cards. Thanks

Product Height (cm) 66
Product Length (cm) 99
Product Weight (kg) 18.2
Product Width (cm) 60.9
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  • galbanese on 09/06/2016 - 10:05

    can you sit on the lid?

    • AshSet on 09/06/2016 - 10:07
      +13

      Description says "Strong and durable, can be used as a bench seat" if that helps

      • Hojupeter on 09/06/2016 - 10:18

        yes this is a very well constructed box. took some time to get all the supports and screws in but very sturdy.

        • serpserpserp on 09/06/2016 - 19:23
          +1

          Dang, wish it came fully assembled.

    • BlackVY on 09/06/2016 - 10:13
      +9

      I'd say it depends on how much you weigh.

    • FloatingPoint on 09/06/2016 - 12:18
      +1

      According to manufacturer website
      Weight Capacity: 250 lb. (113.4 kg)

      • galbanese on 09/06/2016 - 13:43

        excellent thank you! I've been burnt before by claims you can sit on it and finding out later it has a weight capacity of 20kg.

  • rav_stk on 09/06/2016 - 10:07

    yes you can as per the description on the website.

    • easternculture on 09/06/2016 - 12:52
      +4

      finally a box that can fit all my impulse ozbargain purchaces

      • OzzyOzbourne on 09/06/2016 - 13:46
        -1

        Fill it with eneloops!

  • soundpimp on 09/06/2016 - 10:18
    +17

    How many lives can someone store in this? Asking for a friend

    • SteveAndBelle on 09/06/2016 - 10:21
      +3

      'Lifetime Storage Box' could be another word for coffin ;) In that case I'd say 1.5-2 lives :p

      • MasterScythe on 09/06/2016 - 10:24
        +2

        You're not cremating hard enough!

        • SteveAndBelle on 09/06/2016 - 10:30

          True but I could also 'Walter White' them ;)

    • [Deactivated] on 09/06/2016 - 10:30
      +8

      Holds one Malcolm Turnbull or up to 100 "average Jo(e)s"

      • aec on 09/06/2016 - 11:35
        +1

        Can someone hint what this joke is about?(a genuine question)

        • llama on 09/06/2016 - 12:35
          +2

          Can someone hint what this joke is about?(a genuine question)

          Which particular joke? There are a number of clever quips in here.

          You'll need to give a hint about which hint you need.

  • snuke on 09/06/2016 - 10:30

    Title needs to be updated to 439L
    Price is $149 in all NSW locations I checked, so it looks like a specific location or area discount only.

    • SteveAndBelle on 09/06/2016 - 10:31
      +1

      Hang on, isn't it just the 302L on sale? The description is a bit difficult to understand though as the title states 302L but the description states 439L. OP, I think you've got the 439L specs, not the 302L specs listed. Please update.

      • snuke on 09/06/2016 - 10:36
        +1

        Thanks, I am clearly not smart, as I clicked on the second link, the one th eOP wanted to buy, and then used the soecs for.
        So title stays as is, specs need to be updated to reflect this.

        http://www.lifetime.com/gallery/storage/other-storage/storag…

        Exterior Dimensions: 39 in. L x 24 in. W x 26 in. H (99,0 cm x 60,9 cm x 66,0 cm)
        Interior Dimensions: 36 in. L x 21.5 in. W x 23.8 in. H (91,4 cm x 54,6 cm x 60,4 cm)
        Diagonal Length (across box): 41.7 in. (105,9 cm)
        Material of Construction: High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
        Interior Capacity: 80 Gallons (302,8 L) / 10,7 ft3 (0,30 m3)
        Weight: 37.2 lb. (16,9 kg)
        Weight Capacity: 250 lb. (113,4 kg)
        Side Color: Tan
        Bottom Color: Black
        Lid Color: Tan
        Warranty: 10-Year Limited

      • [Deactivated] on 09/06/2016 - 11:04
        +2

        Thanks SteveandBelle, saved me a trip. His deal trunk holds only 3/4 of a lifetime, or one relatively small lifetime.

      • rav_stk on 09/06/2016 - 11:21
        +1

        apologies, have updated now.

  • coxymla on 09/06/2016 - 10:32
    +1

    It is $74.50 at Bibra Lake, but all other WA locations seemed to be out of stock.

  • therengeek on 09/06/2016 - 10:55
    +4

    thanks OP, just got one
    don't forget to sign up for masters newsletter and get extra 5% off!

  • Flyerone on 09/06/2016 - 11:04

    Looking for one of these that's lockable. Could a hasp and staple be fitted without too much trouble?

    • SteveAndBelle on 09/06/2016 - 11:09

      Looks to be a padlock hole already there but it all depends on how 'secure' you want it to be.

      • Flyerone on 09/06/2016 - 11:26

        Oh I can see that now. Cool. It's just to keep the honest people out.

        • SteveAndBelle on 09/06/2016 - 11:39

          'Honest people' may be able to lift the lid corners up and get to whatever you're trying to secure inside however that may be difficult due to the way the struts are mounted.

  • mr marley on 09/06/2016 - 12:38
    +1

    Hi OP.
    Would you think this would be suitable to storing bulk dog food?
    Is the seal good enough to keep pests out?

    Thanks.

    • King Steuart on 09/06/2016 - 12:50

      Also interested, but for chook feed

    • snuke on 09/06/2016 - 12:54

      Dog or horse, it's a decent size box. Looking at the pics, the internal walls are ribbed, so it will get messy and unhygienic over time. You would want a container with a smooth wall.

    • rav_stk on 09/06/2016 - 12:58

      I am actually not sure as i am yet to pick up from the store but its quite sturdy and well built.

  • Viderzo on 09/06/2016 - 12:52

    Bought the 439L a year ago. I didn't lock it properly yet the seal is pretty good. Still completely dry inside.

  • Dr Dreas on 09/06/2016 - 13:07

    Bought 1 at full price. Would like to get another but don't seem to have any left in WA.

  • GC67 on 09/06/2016 - 13:10
    +1

    Got one - Great for Battery Box for the Solar system

    • DryScissors on 09/06/2016 - 18:22

      Don't you have it wall mounted? I only got solar yesterday so unsure of what you mean

      • SteveAndBelle on 09/06/2016 - 19:47

        GC67 is referring to his battery storage bank which up until the new-tech Tesla Power Wall has traditionally been heavy, low-voltage, deep cycle, lead acid batteries which you wouldn't want to hang off a wall due to the size & weight. A box like this is a nice way to pretty them up and give them a bit of protection.

        I assume you are referring to a wall-mounted inverter, right? If so then you probably wouldn't have battery storage.

        • DryScissors on 09/06/2016 - 20:11

          Thanks for the clarification. Yeah, I just have the inverter. I'm waiting until the battery tech improves a bit. I read somewhere the Tesla Power Walls aren't that great for solar…

  • engineeringprof on 09/06/2016 - 13:10

    Looks good for sticking on the transom of the yacht

  • Nilfunds on 09/06/2016 - 14:03
    +2

    how many bodies would fit into 1 of these?

    • Maverick-au on 09/06/2016 - 14:21

      how many bodies would fit into 1 of these?

      Depends, if for kidnapping and ransom purposes I'd stick with one but if for composting with lime depends on how you pack them.

    • gummibear on 09/06/2016 - 16:22

      whole or cut in pieces?

      • [Deactivated] on 09/06/2016 - 22:33
        +1

        One sec I'll just give Ivan a call.

  • haru on 09/06/2016 - 14:14
    +1

    $74.5 seems a lot for a 'box'. What do people store in them?

    • Maverick-au on 09/06/2016 - 14:23

      $74.5 seems a lot for a 'box'. What do people store in them?

      Surely not a serious question. I guess you live in a tent in a public park if you think this is expensive! Don't ever look at housing prices or you'll drop dead.

      • haru on 09/06/2016 - 19:03
        +1

        No need for false assumptions. It's a simple question.

    • qwertyaz on 09/06/2016 - 14:28

      human bodies

    • snuke on 09/06/2016 - 14:34
      +1

      What do people store in them?

      $74.50 in 5 cent pieces.

    • cheepwun on 09/06/2016 - 16:28

      $74.5 seems a lot for a 'box'. What do people store in them?

      Have a closer look at the hinge; it probably adds some expense. If you need to ask what you store in here, then you probably don't need one. I am thinking I need 4 of these, but I have restrained myself.

    • serpserpserp on 09/06/2016 - 19:26
      +1

      Other smaller boxes.

    • PerthectDeal on 09/06/2016 - 20:43
      +2

      Gardening stuff, pool stuff, cushion for sun loungers, kids outdoor toys etc..
      Everything tidy out the back and keeps things out of the sun/rain so last much longer

      • haru on 09/06/2016 - 21:21

        Thanks, it's surprising the possibilities you forget when living in an apartment complex for so long.

  • autocader on 09/06/2016 - 14:45

    Got one of these for $150 a couple of months ago. Perfect size for patio furniture cushions.

  • cheepwun on 09/06/2016 - 16:03

    closest thing on ebay

    $48.40 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/290L-Outdoor-Storage-Lockable-Box… (290L)
    $55.95 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Waterproof-Plastic-Outdoor-Storag… (290L)
    No idea if it's any good, but looks cheapish

    • King Steuart on 09/06/2016 - 16:16
      +1

      The lifetime stuff is pretty good quality, American made.

      • cheepwun on 09/06/2016 - 16:30

        good to know, thanks

    • X3 on 09/06/2016 - 21:59
      +1

      These ebay ones aren't very good, regret getting it. The Masters one is way way better for not much more at the special price.

  • cookie_lu on 09/06/2016 - 16:11

    when picking it up will it fit into a sedan car?

    • King Steuart on 09/06/2016 - 16:16
      +1

      Should be flatpack. Call your local and ask

    • MarketingMasters AUS @ Masters Home Improvement on 09/06/2016 - 18:09
      +1

      Hi cookie_lu, this product comes flat packed. Dimensions are: 102x65x20cm and 18kg

      • King Steuart on 10/06/2016 - 02:38
        +2

        Cheers rep, ordered mine earlier today. I was tempted to get two!

      • tghtarse on 10/06/2016 - 09:04

        Northmead called and cancelled my pickup order. Can I pickup from elsewhere?

        Thanks

        • MarketingMasters AUS @ Masters Home Improvement on 10/06/2016 - 11:35

          Hi Macksta, please call our customer service team on 1300337707 and they can look into transferring your order to another store for pickup.

  • Tony555 on 09/06/2016 - 19:14

    Yep. Flat packed. Just bought 2. I fit both in the boot of my car. Thanks OP

  • blackfrancis75 on 09/06/2016 - 20:28

    But how many redbacks can fit?

  • PerthectDeal on 09/06/2016 - 20:31
    +5

    The video is good to see what it is like:-
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=64&v=gUfwPCAU-wA

  • PJC on 09/06/2016 - 22:09

    I'm getting tempted.

  • gummibear on 09/06/2016 - 23:47

    Parkinson QLD have 11 left. Still on the pallet out back.

  • PerthectDeal on 09/06/2016 - 23:58

    The staff at Bibra Lake WA were lovely and searched everywhere for me but all unfortunately sold out - there was a huge pile of them that came in 2 days ago :(

    Did not come out empty handed, got a petrol blower for $50 (last one)

  • ozlab on 10/06/2016 - 07:24

    Is this mold resistant? The common problem with outdoor box is a good place to grow molds inside the box.

  • Bratam on 10/06/2016 - 08:13
    +1

    Can this box handle full sun exposure ? Need to use it near the pool to store pool toys. Thanks

    • PJC on 10/06/2016 - 15:44

      They are a popular item in USA for that very purpose.

  • Squeezy on 10/06/2016 - 09:10
    +1

    Could use one of these but no stock in SA

  • aerona on 10/06/2016 - 09:12

    Sold out in sa

  • baggyred on 10/06/2016 - 10:58

    UV resistant?

  • StingyBritches on 10/06/2016 - 11:01

    Stop posting these bargains. Please…

    I've just bought a Miele vacuum cleaner because of OzBargain, and now I've bought one of these damned boxes.

    "Stop me before I buy again"

  • AM1 on 10/06/2016 - 12:50

    Would these boxes keep a few stacks of green & yellow plastic coated papers dry and unstained with damp soil covering the box for a period of time? hahaha

  • PJC on 10/06/2016 - 15:43

    Temptation got the better of me. I got one mid-morning at Rutherford NSW. When we arrived, they had 7. When we left an hour later, only 1 remained. For anybody still prevaricating, I was persuaded when I saw these were the equivalent of $190.35 in the country where they are made.
    http://www.homedepot.com/p/Lifetime-80-Gal-Polyethylene-Outd…

  • cheepwun on 10/06/2016 - 15:59

    https://www.amazon.com/Lifetime-60103-Deck-Storage-gallon/pr…
    The one-star and 3-star reviews show that some had an issue with pieces not being right when putting it together. Could be a potential problem for some users.

  • cheepwun on 11/06/2016 - 15:35
    +2

    I just finished assembling mine.

    • plastics are of good quality
    • hinge is worthy of note
    • assembly could have been easier
    • it's odd to see a manufacturer's assembly manual stapled together on the top-left (like you would do at home with a stapler and regular paper). But no big deal.

    assembly notes
    LIFETIME has a couple of assembly videos on YouTube; a separate one for the box & another one for the lid. I'll make some notes.
    * https://youtu.be/-Wm8wcOdA4s?t=11 "slide the rear panel to the left, as far as it will go". I couldn't slide them to the left without rotating the whole unit vertically & then pushing down.
    * https://youtu.be/-Wm8wcOdA4s?t=34 This step was my first real problem. I had one part that was hard to slide in. I can see why they recommend a mallet (which I don't have). Tried hitting it to make it fit properly into the notches and it took some time to get it in there before I could slide the piece down. I only had a problem on one side; the other sides were fine.
    * https://youtu.be/-Wm8wcOdA4s?t=60 Here I was like "ok, so the screw is supposed to not go in straight" but I was afraid I was going to pierce the base plastic on the way out. Seems it could have been done a bit more elegantly.
    * https://youtu.be/hB_qr4oW8j0?t=37 Here I found it useful to push down on the metal before putting a screw through the plastic. It's easy to get it wrong & go too close to the plastic's edge. You really have to press into the plastic to get the ball rolling for many of these steps where you have to screw in.
    * https://youtu.be/hB_qr4oW8j0?t=93 This hinge uses no ball studs but the manual on Page 13 says (x4) (meaning 4 ball studs are supplied). This is inaccurate. I was freaking out for a while, wondering if I should have to return mine. Careless manual-writing. I can't believe nobody checked this at the company before shipping out thousands of these (presumably thousands), but then maybe they figure that nobody reads the parts lists. I do :)
    * https://youtu.be/hB_qr4oW8j0?t=116 This bolt-and-nut step. It would be extremely useful if the manufacturer cut these holes out cleanly. Way too much time was spent trying to put these in. Then I tried cleaning the holes out properly before my bolts would fit. It turns out that poking a screwdriver through these 'half-holes' made them full holes. This was another silly roadblock to assembly that just shouldn't have been there.

    manual could be better
    * Page 22 of the manual warns not to open the lid more than 90 degrees. Well, the gas spring does this for you automatically, at least mine did. The lid only stays open at around 40-60ish degrees. Swing it too far from this 'middle range' of angles and it will either shut closed by itself (or open more than 90 degrees by itself). So the manual's warning about opening it more than 90 degrees is silly, since it does this all by itself by default. At least mine does. If you want the lid to stay open without closing or without opening all the way (beyond 90 degrees), then half-open the lid.
    * some of the illustrations could have been clearer, but over-all it was OK.
    * as already mentioned above, the quantity of ball studs is 2, not 4 (as mentioned on page 13)
    * odd sections of the manual where they denote 2-person assembly with the "2 people" icon.
    * safety glasses are needed to install this? Maybe only in a world of litigation.
    * "assembly should take 3 people about 30-60 minutes to complete." …so they say. This seems like incredibly odd language for "It'll take one person hours." If this was truly intended for 3 people, they don't make it clear which steps to delegate to which person without stuffing the whole procedure up. Chances are the others would be twiddling their thumbs and making wise-cracks at your assembly skills
    * Oddly, Step 2.9 in the manual has a "2 person" icon next to it. Presumably meaning you need 2 people for this one. Just odd. There were more difficult steps than putting the lid on.

    screws could be better
    * It would be useful if LIFETIME labelled the screws in their own screw packs. It isn't obvious which ones are which unless looking carefully. I made a mistake with Step 1.8 of the manual because of the company's lack of care in simply labelling screws in their own individual parts bags.

    quick impressions
    * despite the 'auto close' and 'auto-open' nature of the gas hinge (when opened at angles further away from 40-60-ish degree mid-point), this hinge adds a feeling of quality to the box. Plus it sounds awesome when closing :)
    * a little surprised it has no rubber feet or something like that to protect the base
    * price is worth it to me; she's a thing of beauty. I'd probably have reservations about paying full price for it though. At this price any failings are easily forgotten

    Thanks for sharing, rav_stk

    • PJC on 11/06/2016 - 17:25

      Thanks for your superb effort. I haven't attempted mine yet.

      • cheepwun on 11/06/2016 - 18:57
        +1

        I forgot one (annoying) detail.
        One detail that I reckon took half an hour to 'fix'.

        I heard something jiggling around in the lid as soon as I got my unit. Lid is hollow inside and has 2 walls and something is trapped in there. Was it a screw? What was in there? So I tilt the lid and you can hear it slide from one part of the lid to the other. It's inside there but what is it? The lid has 2 tiny slits in it (used to mount the metal bar later in assembly). I try looking through the slits as I tilt the huge lid carefully. I want to catch a glimpse of whatever is inside here. I try tilting for some time but it's very hard to see. Carefully titling, carefully tilting. Trying different angles. I move the lid back and forth and side-to-side, then I finally catch a glimpse of it.

        How do I get it out?
        Vacuum? Nope…not enough suction.
        Sticky tape and stiff wire?
        Blu-Tack and stiff wire?

        The high-tech final solution: blu-tack on a toothpick.
        http://imgur.com/1BKkUlI

        Finally it's out!
        The lid isn't making any 'broken-piece-inside' noises when I move it now. Imagine opening and closing the lid and hearing something slide up and down inside there every time you do it. That's the reality I was faced with if I didn't take that this piece of plastic out from inside the lid, so that was the first thing I did before starting assembly.

        These realities of real-world assembly are never shown in a manufactuer's YouTube videos :)

        • PJC on 11/06/2016 - 19:13

          Well, you're helping me build my confidence. I mean to have a go in the next few days.

        • cheepwun on 11/06/2016 - 23:23

          Well, you're helping me build my confidence.

          You should be fine.
          Basically 2 videos to watch if the paper isn't making sense:
          https://youtu.be/-Wm8wcOdA4s (box)
          https://youtu.be/hB_qr4oW8j0 (lid)

          Make note of the tools you'll need & you should be fine.
          Step 1.6 might need sitting & hitting :)

    • rav_stk on 11/06/2016 - 22:41
      +1

      You are welcome :), i picked up my one yesterday night and assembled it today. The only time i had difficulty was sliding one of the side frames. It was bit bend so had to move the box and sit on the site to push it in. Other than that all went well. Only if i had a socket wrench would have been much easier to put the screws in.

      • cheepwun on 11/06/2016 - 23:04

        The only time i had difficulty was sliding one of the side frames. It was bit bend so had to move the box and sit on the site to push it in.

        Yeah, Step 1.6. Same, mine slightly bent too. I tried both sitting and hitting. I can imagine this getting a lot of people annoyed or returning the product. On the YouTube videos it's all flowers and sunshine :-) This step should come with a big Mallet logo next to it.

        Only if i had a socket wrench would have been much easier to put the screws in.

        Definitely. I was lucky enough to have a set; it does make it easier. But I had the 'challenge' of removing the loose plastic part from my lid, so maybe it evens out :)

  • rav_stk on 13/06/2016 - 10:40
    +3

    The price now is reduced to $ 37.25 but the availability is extremely limited.

    • Shahrasb on 13/06/2016 - 13:20

      Just bought one online for C&C from Everton Park. They've still got availability. :)

    • PJC on 13/06/2016 - 15:08

      I got another 2 today at $37.25 each. Thanks again OP for a superb bargain and now a magnificent bargain.

    • cheepwun on 14/06/2016 - 01:16

      !!
      unbelievable.
      I would have bought another 2 if I had seen it earlier.

  • bwatt72 on 13/06/2016 - 15:43
    +1

    Picked up two myself bargain one for my bits and bobs and other for kids outdoor toys.

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