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Re: Update for Oct 9 Teamchevy #185743 10/09/10 06:33 PM
Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 19,758 Likes: 63 The Great State of TEXAS Chipper ChatMaster - 15,000
Chipper ChatMaster - 15,000 Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 19,758 Likes: 63 The Great State of TEXAS	We have floating slabs here in Texas and "gumbo" (clay) soil. The Gumbo expands and contracts with moisture content much like freezing and thawing. It is the standard and if the slab is properly engineered there are no problems. It is only when the slab cracks that you get movement. If they put enough wire and fiber in the slab it will be stable. How Sweet the roar of a Chevy four!

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Update for Oct 12 Chipper #185986 10/12/10 07:45 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	The boys were back at it after a long weekend. Framing complete, sheathing and tyvek on, windows & pedestrian door installed. Roofers to come tomorrow! Dave

Update for Oct 13 Teamchevy #186068 10/13/10 06:44 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Roofers came today. Another item checked off! Dave

Update for Oct 14 Teamchevy #186139 10/14/10 06:31 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	No new pictures today..:( Rained all day long. Did meet with the electrician, he's going to try & come back on Monday to start installing the panels! Might have power before the end of next week!! Dave

Re: Update for Oct 14 Teamchevy #186143 10/14/10 07:50 PM
Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,290 Arroyo Grande, Ca. 1931Sal ChatMaster - 1,000
1931Sal ChatMaster - 1,000 Joined: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,290 Arroyo Grande, Ca.	If you are going to put a coating on the floor make sure that you do it before you move anything into the shop otherwise it will probably never get done. Once there are things in the shop you just hate to move everything out again. I know that I thought to long and then it was to late. Have fun with your new shop. Sal Orlando Chat Group Region Member

Re: Update for Oct 14 1931Sal #186169 10/15/10 07:09 AM
Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 112 lincoln co, mo. kens41 Shade Tree Mechanic
kens41 Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 112 lincoln co, mo.	good advice Dave from Sal, I finished my garage moved just a few things thought I could move those around east enough, well that was 15 yrs ago and the floor still not finished, so if you'have plans for that do it soon. ken kens41"

Re: Update for Oct 14 kens41 #186199 10/15/10 06:54 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Originally Posted by kens41 good advice Dave from Sal, I finished my garage moved just a few things thought I could move those around east enough, well that was 15 yrs ago and the floor still not finished, so if you'have plans for that do it soon. ken Yeah I know what you mean..not sure what to do there as the weather will be getting cooler in November and I'm not sure what to put down, there's so many options1 Dave

Re: Update for Oct 14 Teamchevy #186203 10/15/10 07:40 PM
Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 5 Texas marc_j Grease Monkey
marc_j Grease Monkey Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 5 Texas	Stain and sealer and a coat of wax is the way to go. Holds up to steel wheels on shop equipment, engine stands and hoists real good. When real dirty hot mop and add another coat of wax. Wish I knew how to attach a photo. Marc

Re: Update for Oct 14 marc_j #186243 10/16/10 03:02 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Originally Posted by marc_j Stain and sealer and a coat of wax is the way to go. Holds up to steel wheels on shop equipment, engine stands and hoists real good. When real dirty hot mop and add another coat of wax. Wish I knew how to attach a photo. Marc How's that hold up to welding...I'd think the wax would be an issue? Dave

Electrical Layout Teamchevy #186246 10/16/10 03:10 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Well, I think I have most of my electrical layout done for now. Enough to get using the shop. About 16 outlets, 14 F32T8/TL841 32 Watts Fluorescent Lamps, a ceiling fan, over head outlet for the door opener and a drop down cord, Compressor (still not sure of the location), natural gas heater and future 220V welder (someday ). Dave

Re: Electrical Layout Teamchevy #186247 10/16/10 03:37 PM
Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 29,863 Eagle Point, Oregon Junkyard Dog Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000
Junkyard Dog Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000 Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 29,863 Eagle Point, Oregon	If you are going to have a large air compressor put it outside on a separate slab that is not attached to the garage slab. Because of the noise and vibration you will be glad that you did. Besides, with this installation it will give you more room in your garage. The Mangy Old Mutt "If It's Not Junk.....It's Not Treasure!"

Re: Electrical Layout Junkyard Dog #186250 10/16/10 05:43 PM
Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,513 Rome PA Andys29 ChatMaster - 1,500
Andys29 ChatMaster - 1,500 Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,513 Rome PA	If you go to the members only section on the VCCA site you can see the DOG's compressor articular in one of the G&D articles listed just do a search. Unless the DOG knows the year and month.

Re: Electrical Layout Andys29 #186253 10/16/10 07:18 PM
Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 29,863 Eagle Point, Oregon Junkyard Dog Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000
Junkyard Dog Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000 Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 29,863 Eagle Point, Oregon	July, 1989. Pages 27 thru 33. The Mangy Old Mutt "If It's Not Junk.....It's Not Treasure!"

Re: Electrical Layout Junkyard Dog #186276 10/17/10 05:54 AM
Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,513 Rome PA Andys29 ChatMaster - 1,500
Andys29 ChatMaster - 1,500 Joined: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,513 Rome PA	You are a GOOD DOG! I enjoyed reading the article but could not remember the dates

Re: Electrical Layout Andys29 #186278 10/17/10 08:49 AM
Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 29,863 Eagle Point, Oregon Junkyard Dog Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000
Junkyard Dog Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000 Joined: Nov 2001 Posts: 29,863 Eagle Point, Oregon	Bow Wow!! The Mangy Old Mutt "If It's Not Junk.....It's Not Treasure!"

Re: Electrical Layout Junkyard Dog #186280 10/17/10 09:29 AM
Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 455 Burlington N.J. Mike33 Backyard Mechanic
Mike33 Backyard Mechanic Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 455 Burlington N.J.	Give him a bone !

New Items for the Garage Mike33 #186283 10/17/10 11:37 AM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	No actually building activities today, but did pick-up a few items for the garage. Dave

Update for Oct 20 Teamchevy #186656 10/20/10 07:12 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Had the soffit installed, the starter strips for the siding, some electrical boxes mounted, and finally, the garage door arrived late in the day! Oh yeah, there's now power inside. The panel was hooked up yesterday! Dave

Re: Update for Oct 20 Teamchevy #186665 10/20/10 07:43 PM
Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 112 lincoln co, mo. kens41 Shade Tree Mechanic
kens41 Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 112 lincoln co, mo.	Dave it looks like things are moving along quickly, looking real nice. kens41"

Re: Update for Oct 20 kens41 #186752 10/21/10 06:15 PM
Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 2,073 Wayne, NJ RGwiz ChatMaster - 2,000
RGwiz ChatMaster - 2,000 Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 2,073 Wayne, NJ	Dave, Very nice so far. Looking at you drawing it's hard to see if you have planned for hard wired fire alarm detectors. Also you may need a Co2 detector to get final sign off. While your at it, security, internet, and cable wouldn't be a bad idea! Good luck, it looks great! Because of what Skip says about the compressor, I wonder if you can get or make some vibration mounts? RayG Chat Group Chapter Member Current rides; 1968 Camaro rs/SS 350 4spd 2000 Blazer LT 2005 Malibu Maxx 2007 Acura TDX Last total restoration; 1932 Sport Coupe

Re: Update for Oct 20 kens41 #186753 10/21/10 06:34 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Originally Posted by kens41 Dave it looks like things are moving along quickly, looking real nice. Thanks Ken...trying to get it closed in by the end of the month! Dave

Re: Update for Oct 20 RGwiz #186754 10/21/10 06:39 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Originally Posted by RGwiz Dave, Very nice so far. Looking at you drawing it's hard to see if you have planned for hard wired fire alarm detectors. Also you may need a Co2 detector to get final sign off. While your at it, security, internet, and cable wouldn't be a bad idea! Good luck, it looks great! Because of what Skip says about the compressor, I wonder if you can get or make some vibration mounts? RayG Thanks Ray! I don't have hardwired alarms, yet or security. I have a plan for internet and I have a spare satellite dish! I haven't looked at the compressor to see if it came with any vibration mounts, it's under a tarp. If not, I'll make something up with some metal spacers and I hear tire sidewalls work as a dampner between the spacers and the floor. Dave

Update for Oct 21 Teamchevy #186755 10/21/10 06:41 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	More soffit & fashia done, siding started, wiring being pulled! Dave Newly energized panel!!

Update for Oct 22 Teamchevy #186871 10/22/10 07:18 PM
Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Teamchevy OP Shade Tree Mechanic
OP Teamchevy Shade Tree Mechanic Joined: May 2007 Posts: 108 Peterborough, Ontario, Canada	Siding is all done!! Garage door goes on Monday & hopefully grading. Dave

Re: Update for Oct 22 Teamchevy #186886 10/22/10 09:12 PM
Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 4,951 Portland, OR 42bill ChatMaster - 4,000
42bill ChatMaster - 4,000 Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 4,951 Portland, OR	Wow Dave!! It looks soooo good. Especially to a guy, like me, stuck in the middle of a large city with just a two car garage. Man, I'm sure envious. But very happy for YOU. CONGRATS to you on a nearly completed great project..... Bill. www.rdgsons.com/vcca/toyz.jpg

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