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With the lift and the new tires did you have any problems with rubbing?

Wot was ur costings for front back? Great video thank u

I'm not trying to upset you but the music sounds like 60's porn

The window is awesome! It's always nice to have some natural light.

Layout seems about right. I personally don't like the asymmetrical lifts. Have one at my work. The rear arms are often way too long for many vehicles, and the front ones too short for others. Sometimes you can shift the vehicle back farther, and sometimes the weight balance doesnt allow it. The ones that give me the most trouble are ford super duty, and many short wheelbase vehicles(or vehicles with odd shaped frames) We have both styles and I rarely if ever have those same issues on the equal length arms. Might I suggest cheating the hoist as far away from the wall as your footings will allow so you can pull axle shafts and such. Lastly, consider a diy extraction unit for grinding or weld fumes. Sometimes I put a furnace filter on a box fan next to where I'm grinding and it makes a huge difference, I can only imagine a downdraft table or actual extraction unit would be 10x better.

Why did you choose to use metal instead of stick built?

Looks good to me. Put air compressor towards the garage door so if you need air outside it’s a snap. You might consider a 4- post drive on lift. You can park underneath if you have a car in the air. You would need to put it more towards the middle if you plan on working on lifted 4x4 trucks to have more vehicle head room. Something to consider

So when you get done and you start fitting out the shop, can you hang shelves on the wall or will it have to be free-standing shelving units? I would worry about th weight of the stuff bending the metal that is already supporting wall & ceiling.

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build a mezzanine 4 ft deep down your whole left wall.

Did they sell you the roof or you cover with material that purchased separately

Size wise, it's pretty much ideal for a homeowner/DIYer. Layout wise, same thing, mind you me, personally, I would have brought the hoist out forward slightly more, but then, I work on larger/longer vehicles. Fab area, tool benches, yer pretty much right on point. I think the wall-light is a good idea, natural light can be brighter than most electrical lighting. The front area for extra parking and working on projects, perfect. Will also make a great shelter when the "bros" come over to "chat," And it rains. Add a stereo, a cooktop and the wife won't find you for days! Will also make a great hiding spot for her gift when she gets mad, cuz you were hiding for days and now you need to make it up to her...........

Thoroughly enjoying this!

Good job.

What the actual size of the shop I heard you said 24’ maybe I miss the rest ! I about to do the same on my back yard To do some car repair

Respect for the older SAAB too!

Buy industrial pallet racking. You can stack up high and put your work benches underneath. Use every bit of vertical space you can. Put everything on wheels, Store it all in a corner or under the pallet racking when not in use. Systems like LevRack are glorified pallet racking.

I'm planning to do the exact same thing in early 2025. So, thank you for documenting this.

So glad i just found your channel, I have a 96 that has just been sitting cause i have no idea of what to do to it and every thing I’ve found on YT has been UK based…. Now i have a US based channel to source info and how to’s….. Thanks

Not familiar with your content outside of this project as this is what got me to subscribe. Love your details and editing! As for the layout, it seems you have a decent interest in fabrication. Keep in mind, if you decide to work with a fixture table, you’ll want 360° access to it. So it’ll be a floater around the shop or a staple in one area where you can walk around it. A bit inconvenient at times but entirely necessary depending on what you decide to build on it! Looking forward to more updates!

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20:09 just like any remotely looking flat surface will become a table. Empty wall space that connects to the floor will be used. Sorry but it's shop law. Also, the situation with the long windows are called "surprised great opportunities".

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Looking good. Can’t wait to see the projects you get into with that shop.

Was it cheaper to do the wood siding vs the siding from versatube?

you can turn the blade around to give the clearance

Why not some sky lights???

Can turn the blade in the Sawzall over to get more clearance.

My shop is about 32'x64' with a 14'x14' door. I got a 4-post lift I keep right inside the door. This location makes for quick use when an oil & filter service is required, etc. I don't park vehicles inside the shop unless they are there for an extended service so that isn't part of my use. Instead, the back of the shop is available for fabrication in wood and metal. I really like the 4-post lift because I made filler panels to drop into the center which makes the lift into a massive worktable. I do wish for a 2-post lift though, deeper in the shop for those times I need to let the suspension hang - it is much easier to do that with a 2-post than a 4-post lift but it can be done. Get a lift rated at least 50% bigger than the heaviest vehicle you imagine you will ever have! Keep all work surfaces the same height for easy bridging of larger projects and put wheels under everything that rests on the floor. Wall cabinets are your friend. Hang bikes and canoes from the ceiling.

Good choice brushing off all the metal shavings from the selftappers. i work with steel and seeing rusted out shavings leaving dried up rusty water on freshly painted steel girders and beams makes me so sad 😅

Feel like you could be cussing more. Studies show it can lead to a near 25% increase in mental satisfaction.

Smashing it with the videos mate! 👍

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I'd make all you can in the new shop moveable. welding cart(s), a bench on good casters (levelling casters let you set them solid or roll them at need) Maybe find a used pallet jack and make heavier things on a pallet style foot so they can be re-arranged at need. I like having a couple inexpensive folding tables that can be deployed for a project to keep things organized and off the floor but folded out of the way when not in use. I'm sure you already planned for power and air runs. Maybe a little overhand and pad for the compressor (if you want/have one) to live outside so things are quieter. Last, a loft would be good, OR maybe surplus pallet racking to make use of the vertical space. Storage Storage Storage! Looks great!

Had no idea that versatube existed. Seems like a good system

The PT plywood down low is a great idea as is the Poly up high for natural light. I start mi build shortly and those ideas have me thinking.

As a mechanic with a smaller shop: - When you're placing the lift, consider the width required to remove axle shafts on a solid rear end. - Think about what you may be moving when you're at the tightest points. If you're pulling a wheel off that Disco, is your back already at the wall? Can you roll a wheel past with no worries, or a dolly? Adequate space isn't just a luxury, it's for your own safety. - Ventilation!! Especially if you're going to be reversing vehicles in, make sure you have adequate ventilation for exhaust and other fumes. - Make more bench space than you think you need. Consider rolling benches where possible, great for rearranging in the future or rolling under a vehicle for heavier jobs - Heavy duty racking is incredible, racking along the wall opposite the lift would probably be a more efficient use of space than a mezzanine or similar. - Put more electrical outlets than you think you need - If you run an air compressor, don't cheap out. Focus on a unit that can output solid CFM, the air tank is the easiest thing to expand later. Shop looks great so far, following this with interest! Great work.

Please continue the Volvo engine build

Great video with just enough detail. I guess my question is would you build it again??

Pre-drilling holes helps with the stripping of the screws

Why do you think that you want a cnc plasma? Unless you are using it daily for business it really makes more sense using send cut send or similar service is cheaper and your parts can be delivered next day

nice work shop 👍

Good work. your doing what we all do…. Learning by doing. Nice effort and good results. thanks for posting. Cheers from Texas.

You made a comment about the cost difference between stick built and metal/wood (like you’re doing). Would you be willing to share your budget as I’m in Central Oregon so costs will be about the same.