Headed to the basement to complete this very project right now. I normally tow it behind my wheeler or snowmobile so weight isn't an issue. Planning on building a hard cover with plywood, hole cut for 5 gallon bucket to drop in and possibly another for a tote. Hinged lid to put stuff under the deck, then auger and whatever extra I need on top. Got some of the black "rubberized" spray paint for a nice non-slip surface. We'll see how it comes out, if it isn't a bust then I'll post pictures.