Extreme Max 5001.6035 Aluminum Hand Cleaning Station Organizer for Enclosed Race Trailer, Shop, Garage, Storage

Why I Added This to My Shop Wall

I’m always looking for ways to keep cleaning supplies off benchtops and within arm’s reach, especially in the garage and enclosed trailer where floor space is precious. The Extreme Max hand cleaning station promised a simple combo: a sturdy paper towel holder paired with a catch-all tray for soaps, sprays, and cleaners. After living with it in my garage and later moving a second unit into my trailer, I can say it’s a genuinely useful piece of kit with one notable quirk you should know about.

Build and Design

This is a clean, purpose-built aluminum organizer. The paper towel roll hangs underneath; the open-top tray sits above for bottles and cans. The silver finish looks at home in a shop, and the aluminum construction keeps weight down while resisting rust—an advantage over painted steel holders that eventually scuff and oxidize.

Rigidity is where it stands out. The body doesn’t flex when loaded, and there’s no tinny rattle. The tray walls are tall enough to corral common bottles—hand soap pumps, spray cleaners, lube cans—without feeling cramped. I’ve loaded mine with a heavy pump soap, brake cleaner, glass cleaner, and a rag without drama. The underside rod is solid, not spring-loaded, which is partly why tearing towels one-handed actually works. With a good mount, the unit stays put while you tug.

Aesthetic isn’t the priority with shop fixtures, but this one does look tidy. The simple, squared lines and uniform finish help it blend into both a finished garage and a bare trailer wall.

Installation Notes

There are pre-drilled mounting holes, but no hardware in the box. That’s not a drawback—what you use depends entirely on your wall. Here’s what worked for me:

• Garage drywall over studs: 1-1/4 in. stainless pan-head screws into studs. If your studs don’t line up with the hole pattern, a backer board (plywood or aluminum flat bar) is a smart move.
• Enclosed trailer: rivnuts (nutserts) in the aluminum studs, then stainless machine screws. This keeps the panel from oil-canning and resists vibration.

A few additional tips:
- Add a strip of thin neoprene or double-sided foam tape behind the back panel to eliminate any buzz on thin walls.
- Set the height so you can rip towels with your dominant hand without bending; centerline of the roll around mid-chest works well.
- If you expect lots of travel movement, lay a piece of non-slip drawer liner in the tray. It stops bottles from skating and reduces noise.

Installation took me about 10 minutes with prepped hardware.

In Use: Stability and Capacity

Once mounted correctly, the station is rock-solid. I can rip an 11-inch paper towel one-handed without chasing the holder across the wall. The roll spins freely but not wildly, so you don’t end up unspooling half a roll by accident. The wide stance and rigid frame are what make the difference compared to cheaper, spring-rod holders.

The tray is the reason to choose this over a basic towel bar. Keeping soap, hand cleaner, glass wipes, and chain lube in the same spot is convenient, and it clears clutter off the bench. It’s a grab-and-go zone that makes cleanup faster at the end of a job. In the trailer, it also stopped paper towels from migrating across counters and the floor, which is a small but satisfying win.

The One Usability Quirk: Changing the Roll

Swapping paper towels isn’t as quick as it should be. The station uses a fixed aluminum rod secured by bolts at both ends. To change a roll, you remove two bolts, slide the rod out, swap the roll, then re-install the bolts. It’s secure, but it’s slower than the spring-loaded dowels many holders use.

Is it a dealbreaker? Not for me, but it is something you’ll notice if you burn through rolls fast. The upside is rigidity—you won’t bend or drop a spring rod, and the firm axle contributes to the one-handed tear. The downside is the extra minute every time you change the roll.

If you want to speed it up:
- Replace the bolts with knurled thumb screws of the same thread. Tool-free, still secure.
- Use small ball-detent quick-release pins or R-clips (again, match the hardware size). That turns a two-bolt step into a pull-and-swap move.

Either mod keeps the strength while cutting the changeover time significantly.

Durability and Maintenance

Aluminum won’t rust, and the finish holds up to grime. Mine has shrugged off brake cleaner overspray and greasy hands with a quick wipe-down. There are no moving parts beyond the roll itself, so there’s nothing to wear out. If you’re mounting in a damp space or coastal region, the lack of steel springs is a genuine advantage.

The only maintenance I’ve done is retighten the mounting screws after a month in the trailer (standard practice) and swap in thumb screws for the rod.

Where It Fits Best

• Garages and shops that want a fixed cleaning station with real capacity, not just a towel bar.
• Enclosed trailers and RVs, where weight matters and rust is a concern.
• Workspaces where one-handed towel tearing is important—greasy jobs, quick wipe-downs, or frequent handwashing.

Where it’s less ideal:
- High-traffic public areas where dozens of roll changes a week would make the two-bolt rod annoying unless you modify it.
- Ultra-tight spaces where the tray can’t clear nearby obstacles; measure your area so taller bottles fit comfortably under cabinets.

Value and Alternatives

You can buy a cheaper plastic holder, but you’ll give up rigidity and the integrated tray. Steel options sometimes cost less up front but are heavier and can chip and rust. The Extreme Max hand cleaning station sits in that middle ground: not bargain-bin pricing, but the build quality, aluminum material, and combined function justify it for anyone who wants a long-term fixture.

If you don’t need the tray, there are simpler aluminum bars that change rolls faster. If you do need storage—and most shops do—this is a better daily-use solution.

Small Usability Touches That Help

• Add a non-slip liner in the tray for travel use.
• Mount at a height that allows your forearm a straight pull; it reduces accidental over-spin.
• If you work with solvents, dedicate one corner of the tray to a metal catch cup for used rags to prevent puddles around soap pumps.

These aren’t necessary, but they’ve made the station more pleasant day to day.

The Bottom Line

The Extreme Max hand cleaning station does what a shop fixture should: it organizes, it stays put, and it survives abuse without fuss. The aluminum build is lightweight, rigid, and corrosion-resistant; the tray is genuinely useful; and the fixed rod contributes to stable, one-handed towel tearing. The tradeoff is slower roll changes, which I mitigated with thumb screws.

Recommendation: I recommend it. If you want a durable wall-mounted organizer that keeps paper towels and cleaning supplies in one tidy, accessible spot, this is a smart buy. The only caveat is the rod hardware—either accept the extra minute during roll changes or plan a quick hardware swap. For a garage, trailer, or RV where stability and organization matter, it earns its keep.