Snap-on Truck ‘Quick Stop’ That Snowballed

You plan to grab one item off the tool truck, and suddenly you’re justifying foam trays and a butane torch. Here’s what actually earned a spot in the box—and why.

What you’ll get:

• Quick hits on where each pickup fits
• Simple comparisons to stand-ins I already own
• One regret to avoid and a couple must-adds

Boat service helper

• SGD155CG is a specialty ‘marine plug’ screwdriver with a big Instinct handle and hex bolster. Perfect for the Mercury outboard service I’m doing.
• If you’ll use it yearly, buy once and keep it with your outboard supplies so it’s always where you need it.

Picks that replace the ‘extra mini’ set

• SGASA204CG mini picks are longer than my tiny Harbor Freight set, with better grip and more tip variety (straight, 90, hook, and the tiny offset point).
• Lifetime coverage matters on picks—you will break tips. Having the one you need replaced beats swapping entire budget sets.

Foam, bowls, and a caution

• 103RT05FG’s PRO-FI foam keeps 1/4 inch ratchets visually accountable—open the drawer and you’ll know what’s missing. Note: foam pulls tight; not the fastest if you’re racing a clock.
• MAGBOWL trays and the MAGMATG mat stick hard and help stage parts. Handy for consumables or keeping rolls/hardware in place, but the plastic trays feel like the least compelling buy of the day.

Pliers that actually earn the drawer space

• 47ACF slip-joints (triple-position) came as a 100th anniversary edition in red. I’ve used the smaller 44ACF; this is the proper step up when you need more bite.
• PWCS7ACFG wire stripper/cutter/crimper covers 12–20 AWG and is compact enough for trailer and vehicle work. I’ll still use a bench-mounted auto-stripper for repetitive jobs, but this wins for mobile fixes.
• LP5WC locking pliers: USA-made, centered jaws, oversize adjustment knob, and a 3/16 in hex socket in the screw for extra leverage. Compared to my Pittsburgh pair, alignment and closing action are night-and-day.

Heat, butane-style

• TORCH300G throws a direct flame for heat shrink, light solder help, and general heat tasks. I also have a heat gun and a butane soldering station; this fills the ‘quick, targeted flame’ gap.
• Tip: store near-empty and fill right before use for more reliable ignition.

Quick comparisons that guided choices

• Ratchet ecosystem: the 1/4 inch dual-80s in foam pair well with my existing long-handle and stubby—now I’m only missing a torque wrench for the set.
• Magnetic mat uses: side of the toolbox for hammers, or inside drawers to stop tools from rolling. If you’ve got a lift, it’s a no-brainer staging zone.

Final takeaway: If you’re trimming the list, skip the plastic magnetic trays and keep the LP5WC, SGASA204CG, and TORCH300G. Those three add daily capability without fluff.