I thought I would post up an overview/review of my TrailBox and Winch Accessory Kit. I haven't actually seen anyone else with one of these Daystar Cam Cans...not sure if thats a good or bad thing, lol. Anyhow, I really like using mine as a home for all my winch rigging and gear now that I have my M8000-S installed and is getting some use. This keeps these things out of my Jeep and contains everything pretty well.
There are 2 main concerns people have with these TrailBoxes and one is the integrity of the clam shell hatch door, which can potentially be pried open, and the other is the waterproofness of the box, as there is no gasket or seal in-between the clam shell door and the main body. So depending on where you live or where you go, you may not want to leave this permanently on the spare, but only connect it when hitting the trail. It can be broken into potentially but so can anything...I think it does a pretty good job considering what it is and whats its intended use is. In regards to the waterproofness, water will absolutely get in if you buy one of these and install it. There is however a fix for that which I have discovered and have certainly put that to the test here in the PNW. I can now leave my gear inside without fear of water damaging my electronics or my straps and gloves getting soaked and growing mold or anything weird.
The "fix" for waterproofness is to buy 10 feet of 1/4" shock cord and cut it into 3 pieces that are roughly 28" long. Take the 2 ends of each piece and tie them together in a strong knot, then feed the looped end of each piece through 3 empty holes in the Mounting Plate. The knot of each piece acts as an anchor and then can be stretched out and around the TrailBox when its mounted and secured on the boxes "outer cams". This provides the tension necessary to keep the hatch closed enough for the inside to not get wet or let moisture through. (The outer cams are there so you can attach a 2nd TrailBox if you have the double extension bar).
Daystar should include 3 stretch straps with this kit...to me this is the only flaw.
Onto the Winch Accessory Kit inside!
* Tree Saver Strap
* Hook Strap
* D-Rings
* Snatch Block
* Winch Controller
* Gloves
So everything fits inside really well, nothing is jam packed, and i'm happy with the outcome. I have used this for other things previously but since getting my new winch, have dedicated this for my associated gear and is a nice addition to the Jeep!
(The total weight of the TrailBox + Winch Accessories = 13.8lbs).
There are also other colors of this TrailBox available than black if anyone is interested i've included links below to where you can find them. http://www.daystarsuspensionparts.com/kj71035or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0126BN8DG/?tag=wranglerorg-20
PS: Don't forget a decent waterproof lock! This is the one I use:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0044F2NH0/?tag=wranglerorg-20
There are 2 main concerns people have with these TrailBoxes and one is the integrity of the clam shell hatch door, which can potentially be pried open, and the other is the waterproofness of the box, as there is no gasket or seal in-between the clam shell door and the main body. So depending on where you live or where you go, you may not want to leave this permanently on the spare, but only connect it when hitting the trail. It can be broken into potentially but so can anything...I think it does a pretty good job considering what it is and whats its intended use is. In regards to the waterproofness, water will absolutely get in if you buy one of these and install it. There is however a fix for that which I have discovered and have certainly put that to the test here in the PNW. I can now leave my gear inside without fear of water damaging my electronics or my straps and gloves getting soaked and growing mold or anything weird.
The "fix" for waterproofness is to buy 10 feet of 1/4" shock cord and cut it into 3 pieces that are roughly 28" long. Take the 2 ends of each piece and tie them together in a strong knot, then feed the looped end of each piece through 3 empty holes in the Mounting Plate. The knot of each piece acts as an anchor and then can be stretched out and around the TrailBox when its mounted and secured on the boxes "outer cams". This provides the tension necessary to keep the hatch closed enough for the inside to not get wet or let moisture through. (The outer cams are there so you can attach a 2nd TrailBox if you have the double extension bar).
Daystar should include 3 stretch straps with this kit...to me this is the only flaw.
Onto the Winch Accessory Kit inside!
* Tree Saver Strap
* Hook Strap
* D-Rings
* Snatch Block
* Winch Controller
* Gloves
So everything fits inside really well, nothing is jam packed, and i'm happy with the outcome. I have used this for other things previously but since getting my new winch, have dedicated this for my associated gear and is a nice addition to the Jeep!
(The total weight of the TrailBox + Winch Accessories = 13.8lbs).
There are also other colors of this TrailBox available than black if anyone is interested i've included links below to where you can find them. http://www.daystarsuspensionparts.com/kj71035or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0126BN8DG/?tag=wranglerorg-20
PS: Don't forget a decent waterproof lock! This is the one I use:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0044F2NH0/?tag=wranglerorg-20
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