slusher Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 We all have models and most of us stack them in the closet. What is a safe number to stack them? Don't worry much about the boxes but i try never to go over 10 high. i wish i had room to keep them on shelves but space is a problem.. So wanted everyone's opinion... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vettecote Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I try not to stack over maybe 2 to 2 1/2 feet high, depending how big a kit it is. Smaller 1/24-1/25, about 4 feet...Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I stack my lesser quality builds in their box and go about 3 high. On my collection of unbuilt Cobra kits I go about 5 high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaronw Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Really a lot depends on the boxes, not all model boxes are made equal. I've got some semi-truck kits in the closet stacked 15 high and not showing a sign of strain. I've got other kits I wouldn't trust the boxes to go over 3 high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metalhead Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Usually I stack from tallest box to smallest, heavy to light. I have some boxes stacked over five feet high and never had a problem with them being crushed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hall Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I put mine in Public Storage packing boxes, usually 10-12 kit boxes to a box. Then the packing boxes usually maybe 5-6 high (which is about 7 feet up). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edsel-Dan Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I have taken to re-enforcing opened kit boxes I use corrugated cardboard Depending on box size as to whether I use light corrugated, single, double, or even triple corrugated Light corrugated boxes are usually Deli Pizza boxes from Wally's and even some shoe boxes Double corrugated are usually TV boxes. Maybe other larger items The Triple Corrugated one I get are Fresh Produce boxes, like Watermelon, either out of a recycling bin, or from the store. I actually got one from the church next door when they bought an entire pallet of watermelon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 5, 2015 Author Share Posted May 5, 2015 The Revell boxes are not very strong. I see them in the store disformed from just the shrink rap... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagedragcrazy Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I have my shelves in shop built at 2',4'and 6' and that only makes then 6-7 hig but I wouldn't be afraid to go 5-6' high anyway it always goes the one I want is on the bottom of the pile. Vince Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kit Basher Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I don't have any special kits where I am trying to preserve the boxes, but I have mine stacked like 12 high. I see no sign of the boxes crushing or falling over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZTony8 Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I have some kits stored in lawnmower and TV cartons.They're stacked 3 and 4 deep.The problem I have is that I have to stack the full cartons and their weight is causing some deflection of the bottom cartons.So every once in a while I rotate the carton stacking order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 I put mine in Public Storage packing boxes, usually 10-12 kit boxes to a box. Then the packing boxes usually maybe 5-6 high (which is about 7 feet up). Home Depot sells good strong moving boxes in small - medium - large that are perfect for moving or storing models. The price is right $1-2 each depending on size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 6, 2015 Author Share Posted May 6, 2015 I don't have any special kits where I am trying to preserve the boxes, but I have mine stacked like 12 high. I see no sign of the boxes crushing or falling over. That makes me feel better about mine... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skip Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 Stero Plastic Shoe Boxes, clear plastic most of the smaller model boxes will fit inside, if they don't drop in I usually fold it flat and store on top then shut the whole thing in the shoe box. You can get them for as cheap as 2 for a $1 to $2 during the after Christmas storage sales. I started using them with projects storing everything in the shoe box from parts gathering through completion, for me it's a system that works well. If I need to set the model aside everything goes back into the shoe box, it takes a whole lot of discipline not to dip into that box and borrow parts! I don't store all my models in the shoe boxes, when I notice that a box is showing some wear and tear or crushing then it's time to go into a shoe box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadrunner Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 Generally, I try to avoid going more than 5 high, depending on the individual weights, but fortunately, I have (3) 4'x8' plywood shelves for storage, so area coverage is not a major concern,.. yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 I don't stack US style boxes more than four high. Japanese and European style boxes I stack up to 7 high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nova-ss Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 I stack mine depending on the model box as high as about ten,but as was said before all model kit boxes are not equal to each other...depends on the box.most are in the biggest boxs walmart carries in groups like all Chevrolet, all Camaro, all Mustang...like that and like there...two Camaro box...so Its all Camaro box 1,2 and 3 of the walmart bi tall ones.to me that works best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motor City Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 I bought some plastic shelving units at Home Depot, 18" deep, 36" wide, 5-6 shelves per unit for about $40.00 each. You can put 3-4 boxes high depending on if they are kits, promos, or a combination of the two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gluebomb Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 I did exactly what Motor City did and it works out great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Lacy Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 You know, it's pretty bad when you see a bunch of people seriously discussing model kit stacking techniques... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 10, 2015 Author Share Posted May 10, 2015 You know, it's pretty bad when you see a bunch of people seriously discussing model kit stacking techniques... I don't have a large stash its a very small closet and space is an issue... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGTRUCK Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 Tried the large cardboard box method, gave each box a number and made a file what was in each numbered box. For me it took more space to stack and store large boxes than stack the kits 15 high on all 4 walls then put long wire shelf above that and go 6 more kits. Keep the stronger sealed kits on the bottom and weaker boxes near the top. Higher dollar kits on the wire shelf. Closet gets big box kits. With all kids married and out of the house Im lucky to have extra room to put my feet up and look at all the kits they will give away one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High octane Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 Yep Ken, I don't really care what happens to my un-built kits when I'm gone. However I hope that my built kits are kept preserved in my curio cabinet as well as my die-cast collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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