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Andy4639 · 11-23-2007, 07:31 AM

Don't want to sound as I'm high jacking but,... I thought you may want to know. They started in Feb. of this year which was suppose to be Janurary18. They were done in May with the build but I had to sheetrock and finish it with help from my brother-in-law and one of his guy's from work. They do sheet rock for a living. Thank goodness! I didn't like that at all, it's a pain in the you know what! I had a 80 amp serice tied to thebreaker panel in the house.
I have Direct TV in the upstairs and down stairs. One receiver works both TV's though right now. Upstairs is A/C & heated. Have to keep the kids cool and warm so they stay out of the house!
If you want to see the whole story check my website out.

NONHOG · 11-23-2007, 02:24 PM

[QUOTE=Andy4639;2457750][B][COLOR="Red"]Don't want to sound as I'm high jacking but,... I thought you may want to know. They started in Feb. of this year which was suppose to be Janurary18. They were done in May

Well I like hearing about Shops and Shop builds so its all good !

This morning as I was warming up my car , I heard from about 15 feet away "Good Morning"
one of the crew was at my house before 7am (good sign!) lucky he didn't surprise me near my car or he would have gotten punched , dark out and all .
the guy said "do you mind if I work a half day thursday ?" I said I don't mind but I also don't think you should , if you want to o.k. So I get to see some progress tonite !

As far as suppose to start in Jan. mine was SUPPOSE to start in Sept.
now my tractor guy is leaving for the month of Dec. I may not get a pour till Jan. ?? crossing my fingers !!!!!!

NONHOG · 11-26-2007, 02:25 PM

Progress , post up before Thanksgiving , roof started day after !

NONHOG · 11-27-2007, 11:44 PM

Not much change but heres some different angles. Workers showed up Saturday but left early (had a cold) said he'd be here today but never showed (Sunday) .
Hope there in my front yard when I leave for work Monday am .

EAST SIDE LOW LIFE · 11-28-2007, 03:44 AM

When it's all finished you'll be walking around in a partial daze. You'll find yourself going out and visiting this new space with a can't believe I did it smile on your face.

"CAUTION" do not, I repeat do not work on your truck till this sensation subsides!!

esll.

Happy for you .... enjoy it!

NONHOG · 11-28-2007, 09:06 PM

"Partial daze" I wonder what my neighbors think about me wondering the front yard like that the last few months

More progress !

muddyole 69 · 11-28-2007, 10:39 PM

really like the roof construction we rarely see that here in ohio mostly truss roofs (read boring) please keep the pics coming !!!

BACKYARD88 · 11-29-2007, 08:49 AM

Looking good, keep em coming!

NONHOG · 11-30-2007, 09:39 PM

More pics ,good thing my wife is self employed she comes and goes during the day and can get pics . When I get home its plenty dark already and dark when I leave in the morning.
So now I have one wall done (lap sided , door installed) I get to caulk and paint , spring time. Dirt and tractor tomorrow.
Roof tin due late next week. Coming along !

bpmcgee · 12-01-2007, 10:40 AM

Wow, what an unusual and cool design for the building. Is there a method behind it, or is the design purely aesthetic?

B

NONHOG · 12-01-2007, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bpmcgee

Wow, what an unusual and cool design for the building. Is there a method behind it, or is the design purely aesthetic?

B

If you look in the background you can see our house that is unique in its shape , so we wanted to compliment design wise since its in the front yard .
more pics.......

toomanytoyz · 12-01-2007, 10:54 PM

Looking Good, I bet you can hardly wait to get it Done & Get Moved in...........

Rick

Sillyoldman · 12-02-2007, 12:27 AM

Should they forget to remove the tractor let me know. Looks like its coming along nicely. Have you thought about a "Garage warming party"? I could bring a wrench or two.

NONHOG · 12-03-2007, 07:01 PM

Sorry Silly while you were out buying yet another truck ! (congrats) they were finishing up with the tractor for now . The floor is ready for cement !
after a few hours of me with the compactor and rake . here the latest pics.
Shop warming party

NONHOG · 12-03-2007, 07:06 PM

More

Sillyoldman · 12-03-2007, 08:13 PM

Wow! Now that looks good! Nancy asked where I'm going to put another truck. Hmmmmm, who do I know that has a big shop? Thinking........

Fishwacker · 12-03-2007, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

When it's all finished you'll be walking around in a partial daze. You'll find yourself going out and visiting this new space with a can't believe I did it smile on your face.

"CAUTION" do not, I repeat do not work on your truck till this sensation subsides!!

esll.

Happy for you .... enjoy it!

NONHOG, When you get the final inspection/OK to occupy papers and walk into your newly completed shop, you'll be overwhelmed with pride and emotion knowing that it's the fruit of your labor and it really is completed. That weird feeling you get every time you open the door and turn the lights on won't go away for awhile. Mines been completed since June and I still get goofy when I go in there. Enjoy the fruit of your labor.

NONHOG · 12-04-2007, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fishwacker

NONHOG, When you get the final inspection/OK to occupy papers and walk into your newly completed shop, you'll be overwhelmed with pride and emotion knowing that it's the fruit of your labor and it really is completed. That weird feeling you get every time you open the door and turn the lights on won't go away for awhile. Mines been completed since June and I still get goofy when I go in there. Enjoy the fruit of your labor.

Fishwacker its nuts how many times I've come up with a new ideas as I am looking around inside my dripping non finished shop/garage.
What I thought would work or be cool is changing from looking at the plans which my wife and I designed to the reality of whats there. All part of the fun . And I think you said it best "Blank Canvas" !
Here is what I saw when I got home from church today .

NONHOG · 12-04-2007, 09:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sillyoldman

Wow! Now that looks good! Nancy asked where I'm going to put another truck. Hmmmmm, who do I know that has a big shop? Thinking........

My luck your new toy will be done before this shop

but your truck would look good inside !

yoyokidss · 12-04-2007, 11:44 PM

not 2 b nose iee but what did that cost you??

**oldiron** · 12-05-2007, 12:13 AM

Only on suggestion. Put down a vapor barrier down before pouring your concrete. My contractor pulled mine up and now I pump out 8 gallons a day with a dehumifier. The cement guys will say that the concrete will not cure fast enough but the floor will sweat forever.

NONHOG · 12-05-2007, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldiron

Only on suggestion. Put down a vapor barrier down before pouring your concrete. My contractor pulled mine up and now I pump out 8 gallons a day with a dehumifier. The cement guys will say that the concrete will not cure fast enough but the floor will sweat forever.

I asked them about that , which WILL come up again . The salesman said no because something about the reinforced fiber ? bla ba bla
Did you add gravel over your site before the pour ? My fill was river run I think they called it than we added a couple inches of 5/8 crushed rock in hopes that what moisture does come up wont wick thru like it would with a dirt base.

space · 12-05-2007, 12:40 PM

The fiber is only for reinforcement, like wire mesh. Make sure they add a vapor barrier and make dern sure they cut your expansion joints THE SAME DAY. They should be 1/4 of the thickness deep and spaced appropriately (based on thickness as well). I can't tell you how many times I've had to inspect failed concrete due to a lack of expansion joints.

NONHOG · 12-05-2007, 08:30 PM

More pics after I got home some progress on the back wall . The windows are framed in as is the rear garage opening . Also a pic of the seasonal creek in the backyard that wasn't there yesterday ! 2 ' deep and 20 ' wide in spots YIKES !

**oldiron** · 12-06-2007, 09:18 PM

I had 6 inches of 5/8 minus and 6 inches of sand and the water comes up like a fountion. Put it down at all cost. Pit run doesn't stop a thing.

11-23-2007, 07:31 AM	#26
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Don't want to sound as I'm high jacking but,... I thought you may want to know. They started in Feb. of this year which was suppose to be Janurary18. They were done in May with the build but I had to sheetrock and finish it with help from my brother-in-law and one of his guy's from work. They do sheet rock for a living. Thank goodness! I didn't like that at all, it's a pain in the you know what! I had a 80 amp serice tied to thebreaker panel in the house. I have Direct TV in the upstairs and down stairs. One receiver works both TV's though right now. Upstairs is A/C & heated. Have to keep the kids cool and warm so they stay out of the house! If you want to see the whole story check my website out. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

11-23-2007, 02:24 PM	#27
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! [QUOTE=Andy4639;2457750][B][COLOR="Red"]Don't want to sound as I'm high jacking but,... I thought you may want to know. They started in Feb. of this year which was suppose to be Janurary18. They were done in May Well I like hearing about Shops and Shop builds so its all good ! This morning as I was warming up my car , I heard from about 15 feet away "Good Morning" one of the crew was at my house before 7am (good sign!) lucky he didn't surprise me near my car or he would have gotten punched , dark out and all . the guy said "do you mind if I work a half day thursday ?" I said I don't mind but I also don't think you should , if you want to o.k. So I get to see some progress tonite ! As far as suppose to start in Jan. mine was SUPPOSE to start in Sept. now my tractor guy is leaving for the month of Dec. I may not get a pour till Jan. ?? crossing my fingers !!!!!! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap. Last edited by NONHOG; 11-23-2007 at 02:24 PM. Reason: sp

11-26-2007, 02:25 PM	#28
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Progress , post up before Thanksgiving , roof started day after ! Attached Images __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

11-27-2007, 11:44 PM	#29
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Not much change but heres some different angles. Workers showed up Saturday but left early (had a cold) said he'd be here today but never showed (Sunday) . Hope there in my front yard when I leave for work Monday am . Attached Images __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

11-28-2007, 03:44 AM	#30
EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C., Canada Posts: 1,602	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! When it's all finished you'll be walking around in a partial daze. You'll find yourself going out and visiting this new space with a can't believe I did it smile on your face. "CAUTION" do not, I repeat do not work on your truck till this sensation subsides!! esll. Happy for you .... enjoy it! __________________ Tomorrow is for doing today's stuff. ************************************* This truck has just the right amount of energy for me! Author: Warren Lake .... (member)

11-28-2007, 09:06 PM	#31
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! "Partial daze" I wonder what my neighbors think about me wondering the front yard like that the last few months More progress ! Attached Images __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

11-28-2007, 10:39 PM	#32
muddyole 69 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: SE Ohio Posts: 1,121	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! really like the roof construction we rarely see that here in ohio mostly truss roofs (read boring) please keep the pics coming !!! __________________ hav'n fun be'n me

11-29-2007, 08:49 AM	#33
BACKYARD88 On the fast track to nowhere.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: Splendora, Texas Posts: 5,316	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Looking good, keep em coming! __________________ -Mike Owen- Support the board here! 71 Chevy short fleet build thread Double D Norwood, Houston, Cecilia, Jackson, Monroe and counting

11-30-2007, 09:39 PM	#34
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! More pics ,good thing my wife is self employed she comes and goes during the day and can get pics . When I get home its plenty dark already and dark when I leave in the morning. So now I have one wall done (lap sided , door installed) I get to caulk and paint , spring time. Dirt and tractor tomorrow. Roof tin due late next week. Coming along ! Attached Images __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-01-2007, 10:40 AM	#35
bpmcgee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 2,181	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Wow, what an unusual and cool design for the building. Is there a method behind it, or is the design purely aesthetic? B

12-01-2007, 10:54 PM	#37
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12-02-2007, 12:27 AM	#38
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Should they forget to remove the tractor let me know. Looks like its coming along nicely. Have you thought about a "Garage warming party"? I could bring a wrench or two. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

12-03-2007, 07:01 PM	#39
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Sorry Silly while you were out buying yet another truck ! (congrats) they were finishing up with the tractor for now . The floor is ready for cement ! after a few hours of me with the compactor and rake . here the latest pics. Shop warming party Attached Images __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-03-2007, 07:06 PM	#40
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! More Attached Images __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-03-2007, 08:13 PM	#41
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Wow! Now that looks good! Nancy asked where I'm going to put another truck. Hmmmmm, who do I know that has a big shop? Thinking........ __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*



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12-04-2007, 11:44 PM	#45
yoyokidss Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Gramercy,Louisiana Posts: 120	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! not 2 b nose iee but what did that cost you??

12-05-2007, 12:13 AM	#46
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,094	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! Only on suggestion. Put down a vapor barrier down before pouring your concrete. My contractor pulled mine up and now I pump out 8 gallons a day with a dehumifier. The cement guys will say that the concrete will not cure fast enough but the floor will sweat forever. __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

12-05-2007, 12:40 PM	#48
space Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Benson-ish, NC Posts: 325	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! The fiber is only for reinforcement, like wire mesh. Make sure they add a vapor barrier and make dern sure they cut your expansion joints THE SAME DAY. They should be 1/4 of the thickness deep and spaced appropriately (based on thickness as well). I can't tell you how many times I've had to inspect failed concrete due to a lack of expansion joints.

12-05-2007, 08:30 PM	#49
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! More pics after I got home some progress on the back wall . The windows are framed in as is the rear garage opening . Also a pic of the seasonal creek in the backyard that wasn't there yesterday ! 2 ' deep and 20 ' wide in spots YIKES ! Attached Images __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-06-2007, 09:18 PM	#50
oldiron Designated Grumpy Old Man Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: arlington, washington usa Posts: 3,094	Re: Digging Holes For Shop Today! I had 6 inches of 5/8 minus and 6 inches of sand and the water comes up like a fountion. Put it down at all cost. Pit run doesn't stop a thing. __________________ Never let the truth get in the way of a good story 71 Chev 1/2 ton 4X4 LWB Fleetside SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361222 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LgREwtDfaA 68 Chev 1 ton flat bed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bO8szzlD4A 56 Chev Handyman Wagon http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9y-6ddpBTkM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbLzZ7zY8wA 56 Chev Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=410667 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoW0Ei7ZNIg

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