I know a lot of people loved the smokinvr4 boxes back in the day, and dude got too excited and started pre-selling before he actually had them ready, and ended up screwing a lot of people. I currently have in my possession a low-profile 10" box, that I plan to use to replicate and improve the previous design. Price point is TBD, but depending on cost of supplies (It's been a while since I've done woodwork) I'd ballpark around the same/less than they used to be. Still made out of 3/4 MDF like the original, with the snug fit over the rear frame rail and against the spare tire. However mine will have a protective pad on the side where the spare tire rubs, to keep it from damaging the carpeting (if this is feasible). I've also got the mind to build a matching passenger side compartment, and spare tire cover, with an option for a shallow cover for a full size spare.
I would offer multiple options:
10" and 12" high profile ported and non ported boxes, with or without carpet.
8", 10", and 12" low profile non ported boxes (low enough to clear sunroof holders) with or without carpet.
Build your own box kits, so you could put it together yourself and save a little on cost and shipping (kit will be smaller to ship).
I know a lot of people had interest in custom variants of the boxes he sold, and I could offer these as well. I plan to make templates to be able to custom-cut boxes from standard dimensions on the fly, eliminating need for "pre-pay" or two-three week turnaround on a box. I will be building sides and leaving the tops off until the last minute, to fulfill every order quickly without delay. Depending on demand a group-buy could be arranged for the first so many boxes. But if a few of you want them, I'd still be happy to make them. If nothing else, I'll be making them for my other cars. Feel free to ask any questions.
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