Toolbox Keyless Entry

Here's the problem I see.  You (or owner) does not want the tool box to "POP Open" every time he/she unlocks it.  Specifically since a new toolbox (working right) should open the lid on its own (pneumatic cylinders).

So your "UNLOCK" would have to totally bypass the keyed lock.  Such that I would just NOT lock it with the key, and add a new Electrically operated (solenoid you bought) lock.  Either that, or remove the lock cylinder mechanizm and replace it with the solenoid you bought.

I think a lot would depend on how exactly your toolbox locks and if that mechanizm is integrated with the current latch mechanism.

It would be pretty "pumped" if you get it to work though.  good luck.

Relays aren't really required if you connect the actuators two wires to the light green and the tan/light green door lock wires in the driver's kick - be sure to syncronize lock/unlock of the actuator with the truck. Use a 5 amp circuit breaker close to the OEM wires to feed the acuators for short circuit protection.

Keep in mind that the actuators aren't waterproof nor foolproof. Figure out a way to mechanically bypass the actuator in case of failure or you'll be locked out of the toolbox.

The latches are on the outside of the box but you can't use those because of obvious security problems.

Figure out a way to put the actuators inside the box and have them latch the lid shut.

Here are some quick sketches with the lid open and closed: