Author Topic: New GLO Shop (Read 38674 times)

stlaser · « **Reply #50 on:** October 13, 2018, 10:02:06 PM »

Forget the X cable, my wife sent over more of her junk. That loft ain’t going anywhere unless it takes a direct hit by an F5 tornado (shop is in weld county Colorado so it could happen). Sorry forgot to snap a pic...

JR, honest answer on website is I’m not sure. Making progress but I’m the hold up and it’s down the list on priorities at the moment. If you need something specific PM or call, I’ll get you pics and pricing if I have something suitable. Best I can do at moment, my apologies.

stlaser · « **Reply #51 on:** October 13, 2018, 10:08:58 PM »

Moved more of the wife’s stuff to shop loft. Then moved stuff from last weekend in the shallow bay to the loft (nothing like moving stuff 3x!). Baylee helped, other two were MIA. Then ran to HD, shelving units arrived 10k, 2500 per shelf. Bought three at $200 each and free shipping. Wanted ones in NT but their shipping is obscene to Hippyland. Set first one up today as a 3 shelf unit, 4th shelf is going to be positioned as a work station between two racks. Each shelf unit comes with one solid shelf & 3 wire racks. Solid top is leaned up against wall to left or rack.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #52 on:** October 13, 2018, 10:38:29 PM »

Shawn,
If you want just use the Real Man website here to post your products. I don't care, and hey, let me ask the owner...OK, he said it's OK, so if you want to we could build you a section so that JR could find the parts he is looking for

KensAuto · « **Reply #53 on:** October 13, 2018, 10:52:52 PM »

Looks good.
Whats that yellow, "stick" thing leaning against the left wall in that 2nd to last pic?

JR · « **Reply #54 on:** October 13, 2018, 11:28:11 PM »

Quote from: KensAuto on October 13, 2018, 10:52:52 PM

Looks good.
Whats that yellow, "stick" thing leaning against the left wall in that 2nd to last pic?

Level in a case?

Gears came today,still have setup grease so not very used.

stlaser · « **Reply #55 on:** October 13, 2018, 11:36:37 PM »

Don, appreciate the offer. Let’s talk down the road a bit.

Ken, JR is right it’s my good level in a plastic case.

JR, told ya they were setup but never ran. Fix that would ya?

JR · « **Reply #56 on:** October 13, 2018, 11:40:18 PM »

Oh yes,,,,,,,,

rpar86 · « **Reply #57 on:** October 14, 2018, 04:07:22 PM »

Costco usually has shelves like that, too, and they aren’t bright yellow... might save a few $ on the brand name, but judging from your previous pics you like those yellow tools ;)

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stlaser · « **Reply #58 on:** October 14, 2018, 04:13:07 PM »

I had checked Costco & HD both, neither had shelves locally that were rated at 2500# per shelf. My steel parts weigh up quick.

I found these online and had HD ship them in for free from Cali. The gladiator units were also an option but the lead time was quite a bit longer and price wasn’t any better. The solid single shelf for me to use as a work bench between two units was another selling point.

I like dewalt though on tools as you mentioned. Worth noting other than these shelves and my cordless units both big saws were either bought used or clearance for new models. My cordless I received a large rebate to trade old units in.

rpar86 · « **Reply #59 on:** October 14, 2018, 04:17:01 PM »

Of course now I look and can’t find the shelves of which I speak in the Costco app...

I like my dewalt mitre and table saws, but I like my Makita drills.

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TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #60 on:** October 14, 2018, 04:19:32 PM »

I got mine from Northern. On sale and with a coupon I paid $125 per. Rated the same but no solid shelf. Just the wire. Of course right after I bought them they raised their normal price from 179 to 199

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stlaser · « **Reply #61 on:** October 14, 2018, 04:48:57 PM »

Charles, NT has store locations in Texas. None in Colorado though & shipping truck freight on three of them was an additional $400.......

KensAuto · « **Reply #62 on:** October 14, 2018, 06:33:44 PM »

Funny, I asked about your level because I thought it was another DeWalt tool I needed to buy. ...kinda became obsessed.. should probably start a new tool thread to show off all of the yellow..

stlaser · « **Reply #63 on:** October 14, 2018, 06:51:37 PM »

Quote from: KensAuto on October 14, 2018, 06:33:44 PM

Funny, I asked about your level because I thought it was another DeWalt tool I needed to buy. ...kinda became obsessed.. should probably start a new tool thread to show off all of the yellow..

Not sure, level I know isn’t dewalt but that case might be....

We stopped by local farm store today (Jax) after church for paint supplies and they have HUGE dewalt tool selection. I was definitely eyeballing a couple more. I am going to have two garages now so I have a valid need!

Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #64 on:** October 14, 2018, 09:41:22 PM »

We use stabila levels. The extension level is our go to.
Stabila 35712 Extendable (7 to 12 foot) Plate to Plate Level https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001LRQUTG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Yc.WBb247YJPE

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stlaser · « **Reply #65 on:** October 14, 2018, 09:54:16 PM »

Not I, heck I’m not competent enough to build something that would need that prescision. Thinking my level is an older 48” Johnson wood unit.

Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #66 on:** October 14, 2018, 10:05:33 PM »

You would be shocked at how often that level saves time. Guys searching around for a 16 foot straight board to put a level on. An just grab that and extend it to the top of the wall.

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KensAuto · « **Reply #67 on:** October 15, 2018, 12:26:37 AM »

I installed 3 doors Friday night with a 3 foot level, then I remembered loaning my brother a 6' and 7'.... they were in his garage a few steps away from where I was working. The next 5 doors went much quicker. Smh

Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #68 on:** October 15, 2018, 07:57:28 AM »

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stlaser · « **Reply #69 on:** October 15, 2018, 07:02:54 PM »

Couple hours today on loft, got almost all of the floor laid and the posts at bottom of steps added. Need to pick up a chunk of engineered beam & some ijoists drops to finish framing around stairs completely.

Then I’m down to assembling on last rack but not sure where it will go.

cruizng · « **Reply #70 on:** October 15, 2018, 11:02:59 PM »

Coming together nicely.

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Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #71 on:** October 16, 2018, 07:42:18 AM »

Maybe momma needs a rack on the top of the mez

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stlaser · « **Reply #72 on:** October 16, 2018, 08:52:16 AM »

Dave, she already commandeered the whole mezzanine. Why would she need a rack? A rack indicates permanence & that ain’t a happening....

Flyin6 · « **Reply #73 on:** October 16, 2018, 09:54:58 AM »

Quote from: stlaser on October 16, 2018, 08:52:16 AM

Dave, she already commandeered the whole mezzanine. Why would she need a rack? A rack indicates permanence & that ain’t a happening....

Ha!

JR · « **Reply #74 on:** October 16, 2018, 01:22:46 PM »

Quote from: Bigdave_185 on October 16, 2018, 07:42:18 AM

Maybe momma needs a rack on the top of the mez

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So those containers are not GLO related?

stlaser · « **Reply #75 on:** October 16, 2018, 01:54:32 PM »

Quote from: JR on October 16, 2018, 01:22:46 PM

Quote from: Bigdave_185 on October 16, 2018, 07:42:18 AM
Maybe momma needs a rack on the top of the mez

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So those containers are not GLO related?

Nope, get this.....

I buy a shop for GLO, first thing that gets moved in? Womenz junk.....

JR · « **Reply #76 on:** October 16, 2018, 02:04:45 PM »

Get her a locker,,,,,,,,,,,,

stlaser · « **Reply #77 on:** October 16, 2018, 02:39:28 PM »

Quote from: JR on October 16, 2018, 02:04:45 PM

Get her a locker,,,,,,,,,,,,

Building her a larger house with lots of storage....

Atkinsmatt · « **Reply #78 on:** October 16, 2018, 02:43:11 PM »

Good but seems like it is too late. She already moved in.

stlaser · « **Reply #79 on:** October 16, 2018, 04:35:45 PM »

Quote from: Atkinsmatt on October 16, 2018, 02:43:11 PM

Good but seems like it is too late. She already moved in.

It’s ok, I know the landlord....

Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #80 on:** October 16, 2018, 10:36:21 PM »

I think you are as hosed as I am, wife is trying to put her Christmas decorations in the crawl space in my garage. I told her she would have to fund$ her own loft and I would build it. Anything else inside that house was her choice and if she missed it it’s her loss. I got laughed at.

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stlaser · « **Reply #81 on:** October 16, 2018, 11:19:54 PM »

Not one of my finest moments but I kicked my wife and her Dad both out of my first shop one night years ago.......

Moral of story I know how it goes and I’m fully prepared of said consequences! Now pass the bourbon!

Bigdave_185 · « **Reply #82 on:** October 17, 2018, 01:19:00 AM »

Bottle at my house is empty. Need to get off work in time to make it to a store.

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JR · « **Reply #83 on:** October 17, 2018, 03:13:48 AM »

My wife puts things in the garage literally. Just throws it out there and put it away. Then they complain they can't get to thing when I throw it in the little garage.

I wish drinking did help, but it feels good.

Flyin6 · « **Reply #84 on:** October 17, 2018, 12:29:53 PM »

A thought although it is too late

You created steps with a comfortable rise, right?

Your wife is short, right?

Create the staircase with a 12" rise per step and:

1. She will avoid the mezzanine

2. You will get a good leg workout during a routine days messin' about in the G-Shop

stlaser · « **Reply #85 on:** October 17, 2018, 12:53:13 PM »

Quote from: Flyin6 on October 17, 2018, 12:29:53 PM

A thought although it is too late

You created steps with a comfortable rise, right?

Your wife is short, right?

Create the staircase with a 12" rise per step and:

1. She will avoid the mezzanine

2. You will get a good leg workout during a routine days messin' about in the G-Shop

Well, truth be told she hasn’t been there since I built the mezzanine!

Flyin6 · « **Reply #86 on:** October 17, 2018, 12:57:59 PM »

Quote from: stlaser on October 17, 2018, 12:53:13 PM

Quote from: Flyin6 on October 17, 2018, 12:29:53 PM
A thought although it is too late

You created steps with a comfortable rise, right?

Your wife is short, right?

Create the staircase with a 12" rise per step and:

1. She will avoid the mezzanine

2. You will get a good leg workout during a routine days messin' about in the G-Shop

Well, truth be told she hasn’t been there since I built the mezzanine!

Man cave...Man cave...Man cave

stlaser · « **Reply #87 on:** October 17, 2018, 01:41:51 PM »

I came home late one evening working on that mezzanine, she makes comment “I think you like the peace and quite there”

Truth be told yes some as it’s familiar, however there is only one of me & if I don’t do it no one else will.

stlaser · « **Reply #88 on:** October 20, 2018, 06:31:28 PM »

So first time in several days (wife’s surgery) was able to get to shop and spend a few hours finishing up the mezzanine. Forgot to snap a couple pics but it is complete. I left off the two 45 degree braces at the back posts. After I put the stairs in and finished floor it was pretty darn rigid. So I’m going to hold off. All in all I calculated pretty good, only thing I ended up extra was a 2x10 & almost 3 full sheets of 3/4 plywood. I’ll most likely use it to make shelves and maybe a workbench top if I need one. Going to move some furniture upstairs tomorrow and clean up my mess. Then start moving equipment. I close on the shop officially weds so then I need to start wiring stuff.

stlaser · « **Reply #89 on:** October 28, 2018, 09:28:28 AM »

I think JR asked if I had room for equipment in another thread.

I’ll leave this right here....

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/bpi-5175401

Nate · « **Reply #90 on:** October 28, 2018, 09:43:05 AM »

why not something like this?

http://www.rotarylift.com/LIFTS/ARO14/

stlaser · « **Reply #91 on:** October 28, 2018, 09:45:23 AM »

I barely wash my car let alone wax it, what would you propose I do with that? I suppose when Ken visits we’d have a way to load H in his truck maybe?

Suspension / drivetrain work is easier with a 2 post

stlaser · « **Reply #92 on:** October 28, 2018, 09:52:09 AM »

So I did speak with Ken when I was researching this for the record. Figured he knew something about them and he did. Wanted to be able to lift a crew cab 4x and he stated that he had no issue lifting them on his lift (fully loaded service trucks etc). So I stayed at 10k lift capacity (saved a little coin). Then looked at rotary, a German unit (can’t recall name) and BendPak. BendPak was one company that made full length uprights (not bolt together). In fact I ran across a piece of marketing material that compared BendPak side by side with Rotary. In the end the BendPak just seemed like a heavier built unit. In fact the shipping weight is several hundred pounds more in fact.

TexasRedNeck · « **Reply #93 on:** October 28, 2018, 10:26:33 AM »

Nice. I’m planning on one in the future so thanks for doing the research.

Just make sure your slab is sufficient for that concentrated load.

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KensAuto · « **Reply #94 on:** October 28, 2018, 10:28:45 AM »

Wait, I thought you asked me if 10k would lift fully loaded compact trucks, like S10s.

;)

stlaser · « **Reply #95 on:** October 28, 2018, 10:58:14 AM »

Quote from: TexasRedNeck on October 28, 2018, 10:26:33 AM

Nice. I’m planning on one in the future so thanks for doing the research.

Just make sure your slab is sufficient for that concentrated load.

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Charles, BP is imported (China steel) & tariffs are already taking affect. Keep an eye on it, I should have ordered a few weeks ago....

Shop is built for it, floor is 6” min

stlaser · « **Reply #96 on:** October 28, 2018, 11:01:38 AM »

Quote from: KensAuto on October 28, 2018, 10:28:45 AM

Wait, I thought you asked me if 10k would lift fully loaded compact trucks, like S10s.

;)

Yes, and you had stated that was with H in the bed of said s10. I figured I was gtg then?!?

KensAuto · « **Reply #97 on:** October 28, 2018, 11:33:04 AM »

The lift companies recommend 4" of slab to be GTG. Not sure I agree, but that's what I was told.
I made my slab 16" across the middle just in case.

stlaser · « **Reply #98 on:** October 28, 2018, 11:37:54 AM »

Wow!

Ken, I used to pour concrete on State & Fed funded jobs. Sewer & water treatment plant construction mostly. The only time we ever poured that thick was on huge holding tanks. You could have just upped the bag mix and saved yourself some coin.

However, I can understand with H around and trying to get her loaded why you might have concern....

Nate · « **Reply #99 on:** October 28, 2018, 11:40:43 AM »

the one I linked had the air lifts running down the center.

so I understand that a 2 post lift "CAN" lift up to 10k. but for me, I just truly don't feel safe standing under something like my truck weighing 8500lbs while it is sitting on a teeter-totter. I have personally witnessed several trucks falling off 2 post lifts, not only from human error but also the lack of safety engineering put into a 2 post lift design.

but on the flip side, if "1" person and "1" person only who knows how to put bigger vehicles on a 2 post lift is the only one doing it and doing it safely then there should be no Darwinism/blonde/fark me how did that happen/trips to the ER/etc moments.