My new shop is finally done!

DavidC

DavidC

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David
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Cabral
The construction took a lot longer than I expected, but my new building is done.

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Next step is to get a lift installed so I don't have to crawl around on the floor to do oil changes. I'm looking at The Lift Superstore 8,000 lb four-post lift, but I'm open to recommendations.
 
WallyB said:
Beautiful shop 👍 Dream shop. What’s the dimensions?
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Thank you! The building is 30' x 40' with 14' ceiling and a covered 8' x 40' porch on one side. It's fully insulated, and I just installed a 36K BTU mini split to keep it comfortable year-round. Some other features include an 8' fan, 6 x 35,000 lumen LED lights, 42" TV, 60 gal. air compressor with RapidAir plumbing providing six ports for air anywhere you need it, and commercial doors with Raynor commercial openers.

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The covered porch is a great addition. I added a 10x24 on the end of mine, I use it all the time to sit, relax and have a cold one
 
DavidC said:
The construction took a lot longer than I expected, but my new building is done.

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Next step is to get a lift installed so I don't have to crawl around on the floor to do oil changes. I'm looking at The Lift Superstore 8,000 lb four-post lift, but I'm open to recommendations.
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That is really a nice shop. I wish my garage was that large. Just my opinion on the lift but I like the four post drive on type best. Some cars are kind of hard to balance on the two post center lift kind.
 
Ron77 said:
That is really a nice shop. I wish my garage was that large. Just my opinion on the lift but I like the four post drive on type best. Some cars are kind of hard to balance on the two post center lift kind.
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Thank you, and I agree with your comments on two vs. four-post lifts. I had a two-post in my shop in Colorado and it was a pain to get the Cobra positioned just right to safely lift it.
 
itzdapig said:
I would be interested in a link to your mini split and how good of a job it does.
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I bought the latest (4th gen) MrCool 36k BTU kit from Home Depot. It was pretty simple to install. I can't say how well it cools yet, but the heat is working perfectly. I have it set at 65 degrees, but it can be set as low as 62 degrees. It is really quiet, too.

www.homedepot.com

MRCOOL Advantage 4th Gen 36,000 BTU 3-Ton 1-Zone 17.5 SEER Ductless Mini-Split AC and Heat Pump with 36K & 16ft Line -230V A-36-HP-230C - The Home Depot

Protect your pump from system contaminants with the addition of this MRCOOL Advantage Gen Ductless MiniSplit Air Conditioner and Heat Pump.
www.homedepot.com
 
Now that’s a super Garage/Shop. Love the overhang… super nice looking as well.
I have 8000lb lift - 4 Post… it’s perfect. Got it from BEST AUTOMOTIVE 877-658-4165…in 2017 it was $2144 - Installer and delivery was $950… just an FYI…BEST AUTOMOTIVE handled everything… great outfit
 
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