Garage Finally
November 27th, 2012, 12:01 PM
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Got electric conduit in and just waiting for the building inspector so I can wrap it up. I went with some T5HO fixtures. Very happy with them and they are really bright. Once the wiring is done I'll snap some more pics.
Stevec I thought about a mini lift that was moveable but not sure I'll be doing enough work to justify it. That would be more of a luxury at this point.
Pete I saw a pallet of those pellets for cheap at Home Depot. Haven't really thought about heat yet. I'm still thinking on that.
Stevec I thought about a mini lift that was moveable but not sure I'll be doing enough work to justify it. That would be more of a luxury at this point.
Pete I saw a pallet of those pellets for cheap at Home Depot. Haven't really thought about heat yet. I'm still thinking on that.
November 27th, 2012, 09:12 PM
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Trip,
I don't know what the code is down there, but if I was a building inspector? No way I'd pass that with the water down spout right on top of those electrical chases. I'd move them to the wall on the left and put a long drain pipe on it to get the water as far away from there as possible.
Just my 2¢.
I don't know what the code is down there, but if I was a building inspector? No way I'd pass that with the water down spout right on top of those electrical chases. I'd move them to the wall on the left and put a long drain pipe on it to get the water as far away from there as possible.
Just my 2¢.
November 27th, 2012, 09:48 PM
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Trip,
I don't know what the code is down there, but if I was a building inspector? No way I'd pass that with the water down spout right on top of those electrical chases. I'd move them to the wall on the left and put a long drain pipe on it to get the water as far away from there as possible.
Just my 2¢.
I don't know what the code is down there, but if I was a building inspector? No way I'd pass that with the water down spout right on top of those electrical chases. I'd move them to the wall on the left and put a long drain pipe on it to get the water as far away from there as possible.
Just my 2¢.
December 1st, 2012, 11:32 AM
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All finished today, buddy and I finished up the electric and called it a day. Those are the T5HO lights but with the middle of the road lumen wise bulbs (4100 Lumens). Higher lumen bulbs were out of stock but once these burn out I'll replace with the Daylight ones, 6500 Lumens 
Allan that is code for here and as Randy said it's all watertight. I'm no electrician but pulling 6 gauge wire through a 1 1/2 conduit is not my idea of fun. The other conduit is for cable and telephone, probably next Spring. Just glad it's done. The 66 should be in here by the end of the week and then the resto starts.
Thanks for all the great compliments and help all!
Allan that is code for here and as Randy said it's all watertight. I'm no electrician but pulling 6 gauge wire through a 1 1/2 conduit is not my idea of fun. The other conduit is for cable and telephone, probably next Spring. Just glad it's done. The 66 should be in here by the end of the week and then the resto starts.
Thanks for all the great compliments and help all!
December 1st, 2012, 11:50 AM
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Would have been a good idea to run a gas line while you had the trench dug so you don't have to dig the trench up again. Ask me how i know this! I am glad i did though, cuz it's nice and toasty in there during the winter months.
December 1st, 2012, 07:13 PM
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Spacious looking with nothing in it! You putting insulation up? The garage doors look like they're insulated. So, in the spring are you pouring a driveway or tarmac?
December 2nd, 2012, 04:59 AM
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Your garage looks great! Of course they are never big enough. I use a wood pellet stove in mine. Works great. I figured if I hooked to my propane, it would have blown my heating budget!
I use a wood pellet stove in mine. Works great. I figured if I hooked to my propane, it would have blown my heating budget!
December 8th, 2012, 01:16 PM
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Funny I dont know about the rest of you folks but its almost as good watching a nice garage to store your classic car in being built as a resto project going through its different phases. The garage looks awsome & your 66 looks right at home in it.
December 8th, 2012, 05:12 PM
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Nice, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Don't know if you have plans to coat the floor but it would be worth it to do it.
I had planned on doing a 26x48 a few years back along with an addition to the house. Needless to say after spending 70k on the addition there was nothing left for the garage.
I had planned on doing a 26x48 a few years back along with an addition to the house. Needless to say after spending 70k on the addition there was nothing left for the garage.
January 10th, 2013, 08:53 AM
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Finished the work bench today. The top is 8' x 38" and 40" tall. I don't like bending over much. Made enough room on the end to put the compressor under it. I used Masonite on the top. In case it gets messed up it's simple to remove and replace. Eventually I'll put a shelf on the left. Last thing is to finish the insulation and then I'll start putting the short block together. It's just never done is it?
Made enough room on the end to put the compressor under it. I used Masonite on the top. In case it gets messed up it's simple to remove and replace. Eventually I'll put a shelf on the left. Last thing is to finish the insulation and then I'll start putting the short block together. It's just never done is it?
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January 10th, 2013, 05:31 PM
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Finished the work bench today. The top is 8' x 38" and 40" tall. I don't like bending over much. Made enough room on the end to put the compressor under it. I used Masonite on the top. In case it gets messed up it's simple to remove and replace. Eventually I'll put a shelf on the left. Last thing is to finish the insulation and then I'll start putting the short block together. It's just never done is it?
Made enough room on the end to put the compressor under it. I used Masonite on the top. In case it gets messed up it's simple to remove and replace. Eventually I'll put a shelf on the left. Last thing is to finish the insulation and then I'll start putting the short block together. It's just never done is it?
January 10th, 2013, 07:38 PM
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OLD SKL 69 I think I'm going to leave the walls bare, just insulation. I think wall board is a lot of work. I'm just going to put a lip around the back and sides of the bench to stop anything from rolling back there. As it is I have a 40k BTU propane heater that gets the place comfortable in about 15-20 minutes on low. I know the wall board would afford more light but I'll worry about that if I decide to paint it myself. I'm a ways off from that. At this point I'm dying to get the engine together and break it in on a stand. Maybe even dyno time after the break in. Now the fun begins.
January 10th, 2013, 08:25 PM
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It's just an upright one that sits on top of the propane tank. Kinda looks like a coffee can. Just an inexpensive one from Home Depot. It doesn't sound like much but you can't stay in there with a coat on for long. I didn't want to get too fancy. Just someplace comfy to work on the car and protect the top.
January 11th, 2013, 12:35 PM
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I bought a propane heater from HD last year too. 50-80K BTU. Problem was there were too many off gasses even with good ventilation so I took it back. It would heat up a 2 car garage pretty quick too. Had to run it in cycles of 10 minutes on, 20 minutes off.
re: the walls behind the bench. Have you considered putting up peg board so you can hang some of your tools there? Easy to reach and see what you need. For the Air tools, maybe build a slide out drawer for the side you're not putting the compressor on. I'm guessing this is a horizontal unit? Should tuck away under there and not take up space elsewhere.
re: the walls behind the bench. Have you considered putting up peg board so you can hang some of your tools there? Easy to reach and see what you need. For the Air tools, maybe build a slide out drawer for the side you're not putting the compressor on. I'm guessing this is a horizontal unit? Should tuck away under there and not take up space elsewhere.
January 11th, 2013, 12:55 PM
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I installed a gas furnance for a house stuck it in the attiac and added ductwork. I found a damaged unit brand new at a local supply a bought it for $100 bucks. I did have to pay a certified gas line contractor to plumb it in. I install a propane tank out back and it cost me $200 a year. I keep it set at 50 degrees unless i work in the garage i bump it up to 60-65 just when im working. It may cost a lot upfront but well worth the comfort.
January 15th, 2013, 02:34 PM
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Love the idea for the drawer for the air tools Allan. Yes I was thinking about peg board or something of that nature behind the bench.
Put the compressor under the bench today. I need to buy those little rubber feet with the bolt in them for under the front metal leg. Just want to insulate that from the floor for noise and vibration. I'll finish up the insulation soon.
Put the compressor under the bench today. I need to buy those little rubber feet with the bolt in them for under the front metal leg. Just want to insulate that from the floor for noise and vibration. I'll finish up the insulation soon.
January 15th, 2013, 05:10 PM
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If you want some really effective and inexpensive isolators? Use hockey pucks. Drill out the center for a bolt and then lag your compressor to the concrete. Too bad you have to drill that new floor. Have you thought about simply buying an anti fatigue mat and putting it under the compressor feet?
January 15th, 2013, 06:14 PM
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Take a look at harbor freight too. They have a really nice deal going with this one for under 10.00
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece...set-94635.html
I looked at HD on line and they are fairly pricey.
http://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece...set-94635.html
I looked at HD on line and they are fairly pricey.
January 23rd, 2013, 02:31 PM
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Finished the back stop on the bench and the peg board today. As I drove my last screw the propane ran out, talk about timing! The high temp was 17* today, brrrrr. Allan I took your advice and got the fatigue mat at Harbor Freight for $10. A little cutting and it fits perfectly under the compressor and makes a huge difference. This Sunday I'm picking up a 2 ton cherry picker and 1k engine stand for when I start on the engine soon. I have a 750lb one in the basement but the thought of taking my other engine off it didn't appeal to me. I'll just spend the $50 bucks and get the 1k model (Lazy *&^% that I am)
On a side note I just put my car on an agreed value policy through USAA (actually their affiliate American Collectors Insurance). Saved me over $300 a year.
(Lazy *&^% that I am)On a side note I just put my car on an agreed value policy through USAA (actually their affiliate American Collectors Insurance). Saved me over $300 a year.
January 23rd, 2013, 02:39 PM
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Looks good Trip you're lucky @ 17° we managed a toasty 10° today a bit north of you.
Re : fatigue mat if your looking for a bigger one for you to stand on check out tractor supply they sell a large rubber 'stall' mat for not to much
Re : fatigue mat if your looking for a bigger one for you to stand on check out tractor supply they sell a large rubber 'stall' mat for not to much
January 23rd, 2013, 02:43 PM
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I should have mentioned I have two more pieces of the mat left over. They are 2x2 squares so I can still put a small mat out. You get 4 pieces 2x2. It's not the best mat but it works for now.
January 23rd, 2013, 03:19 PM
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Looks good and glad it worked out the way you hoped. You definitely have the room on the left side to build some drawers for air tools and electric too. I'd look at 2 that would be 6" deep and one big one that you could use as a 'bin'.
January 23rd, 2013, 03:27 PM
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TripDeuces: Really, really NICE SHOP, ENJOY!
Just a tip: when you really start hammering, twisting, prying, bending, abusing that vise I would recommend the following from experience:
Acquire a 10"X10"X3/16" steel flat plate. Bolt to corner 3" past table top at each corner edge. Bolt vise 1/2" from edge of plate. This will give you added clearance of vise portion from edge of bench top. You will be surprise how this will come in handy in the future. Matter of fact you will send me a email that it was prudent you did this mod.! LOL
your welcome
BTW: it was 29* this am and only got to 61* during the day today, if that makes any of you northenerns happy!
Just a tip: when you really start hammering, twisting, prying, bending, abusing that vise I would recommend the following from experience:
Acquire a 10"X10"X3/16" steel flat plate. Bolt to corner 3" past table top at each corner edge. Bolt vise 1/2" from edge of plate. This will give you added clearance of vise portion from edge of bench top. You will be surprise how this will come in handy in the future. Matter of fact you will send me a email that it was prudent you did this mod.! LOL
your welcome
BTW: it was 29* this am and only got to 61* during the day today, if that makes any of you northenerns happy!
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January 23rd, 2013, 04:12 PM
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And..no it doesn't make me any happier that you get all the good weather. I'll be sure to talk the weather peeps into sending you some of our arctic air....just 'cause we live up north doesn't mean we actually like the cold...
