What did you do "IN" your garage today?

[rohartman]

Tuned up the C2 and got to use my new to me dwell meter that I bought at an auction.

 

[firworks]

I was defeated today in the garage... Roommate's car won't start. Find out the wire between the starter and the pull-in solenoid is broken. This particular car that wire feed out of the casing of the starter and is directly brazed to the brushes... Well I saw a Stephen Cox video a month or two ago about how starters are pretty easy to rebuild and work on and not to be afraid to poke around before replacing the whole thing. I was emboldened. So I remove the starter, take it apart and find out how it's wired inside. I get some new wire, fashion up something I think will work. Flux the hell out of everything because the wires old and it's gonna be impossible to get it to stick. Crank the solder station up, manage to get it soldered. Fed through the casing, put the motor back together. Now I need to remove the nut from the pull in solenoid and feed this wire under it and squeeze it back down. I start to turn the nut to free it and the whole stud snaps off inside the pull-in solenoid. I remove IT from the assembly to see if I can open it up and possibly figure out a way to fix it but it seems like the case doesn't open without destroying it.

So tomorrow we'll be getting a new starter from Advance Auto... For now I'm gonna go have some beers.

 

[bulletpruf]

I was defeated today in the garage... Roommate's car won't start. Find out the wire between the starter and the pull-in solenoid is broken. This particular car that wire feed out of the casing of the starter and is directly brazed to the brushes... Well I saw a Stephen Cox video a month or two ago about how starters are pretty easy to rebuild and work on and not to be afraid to poke around before replacing the whole thing. I was emboldened. So I remove the starter, take it apart and find out how it's wired inside. I get some new wire, fashion up something I think will work. Flux the hell out of everything because the wires old and it's gonna be impossible to get it to stick. Crank the solder station up, manage to get it soldered. Fed through the casing, put the motor back together. Now I need to remove the nut from the pull in solenoid and feed this wire under it and squeeze it back down. I start to turn the nut to free it and the whole stud snaps off inside the pull-in solenoid. I remove IT from the assembly to see if I can open it up and possibly figure out a way to fix it but it seems like the case doesn't open without destroying it.

So tomorrow we'll be getting a new starter from Advance Auto... For now I'm gonna go have some beers.

Some days you're the bug. Other days you're the windshield....

 

[bulletpruf]

Tuned up the C2 and got to use my new to me dwell meter that I bought at an auction.

What's a C2? Second generation Corvette?

 

[bulletpruf]

I put some Thompson sealer and stain on the trailer yesterday morning. Let it cook for a day and wanted to measure for some straps.

We're gonna need some details on the 'bird. That's a 68, right? What drivetrain?

 

[bulletpruf]

Did a tire rotation on my VW with my new lift. And I'll tell ya what I needed the air impact to get those damn front lug nuts off. Glad I wasn't on the side of road. That might have been bad.,

A rotation has never been to much fun!

Got to ask about your avatar - what's the back story? Something tells me that the landing was a bit harsh.

 

[glider]

We're gonna need some details on the 'bird. That's a 68, right? What drivetrain?

Yes a 68 with a 428 motor, 350 auto trans and a 355 gear. I have had it a long time. Been kicking around putting a tremec 5 speed in it or letting it go. The car is just as clean on the underside.

 

[JohnnyK8]

Got to ask about your avatar - what's the back story? Something tells me that the landing was a bit harsh.

Lol!!! Not sure how that worked out for the driver or the truck. My guess is both took a beating.

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[rmalkow2]

Organization day yesterday with frequent stops to cool off in the house. Hot and humid here and it was a 3 t-shirt day. I took a lot of stored parts and tools to a swap meet last weekend and sold off a bunch of stuff so yesterday was a day to unpack the trailer and wash out empty storage bins. It feels good to get rid of some excess and bring home cash instead.

 

[bulletpruf]

Yes a 68 with a 428 motor, 350 auto trans and a 355 gear. I have had it a long time. Been kicking around putting a tremec 5 speed in it or letting it go. The car is just as clean on the underside.

Had a blue 68 with a white top when I lived in Hawaii from 2003-2005. Had a 427/4 sp. Damn quick and fun to drive.

Thanks for the details.

Scott

 

[Outlawmws]

Shed and Garage - Making Neat piles out of messy piles, and putting stuff away properly... Far from done; taking a break. (too hot out there)

 

[wagzilla]

I hung some new cabinets up, thanks to someone flipping a house I GOT THE OLD ONES

you can see the mess

I made a bigger mess

starting to look better

I have some more work to do but I like it so far

James

 

[firworks]

Some days you're the bug. Other days you're the windshield....

I finished it up today with the new starter. It took probably less than 10 minutes from start to fire. If there's one thing and only one thing going for the Mercury Sable / Ford Taurus shitmobile. The starter is in a relatively easy to service location!

Still a bummer about my attempted rebuild but what are you gonna do. Also if my roommate continues living here much longer I'll probably have replaced every component on that stupid thing.

 

[Backpack Hunter]

Changed the transmission fluid and filter in the car.

 

[kaymccampbell]

Chopped up and milled some more PVC wood for window trim that accepts vinyl siding.

 

[BonzoHansen]

Two weeks ago i picked up a 42" craftsman riding tractor for $100 off a Facebook yard sale site because it had a steering issue. $70 later it has a new drag link plus new mower parts so the blades disengage properly, and the oil & filter is changed. Boom, works great, even has a grass catcher.

So today I snagged one for free because it needs a battery and cables - someone cut the battery out. I'll get a closer look this weekend. I hope to keep the costs <$100 and then flip it for $250 or so. Camaro parts don't buy themselves. lol

Yardsale sites are great, just got to be lucky with timing.

Worked on the freebie today. Freed up the frozen brake so it rolls. Put new ends on the battery cables. Cleaned the fuel tank out and put new fuel hoses in. It has a carb issue but got the needle loose and she started right up and the blades engaged. But no trans movement. Got too hot so i'll get back to it during the week.

 

[DIY Rookie]

Rolled the new ride into the garage today!

Mr. Roboto! Where did you get those base cabinets with the drawers? What size are they? And what did you use for the top? Thanks

 

[Hesketh]

After firing a 52g load if 00 through my Winchester 1300 I had to get the welder out.

 

[Binrat]

Rolled the new ride into the garage today!

what kind of bike is that? looks pretty nice.

 

[PhantomEB]

Moving tool boxes around to see where I want them before I build cabinets....

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I am leaning to the second version but with big box being slid down the wall some more as to leave more room around the corner of the projects and a built in wooden bench being made to go to the right of the man door, will incorporate my beer fridge.

 

[Ryanbabz71]

Rotated tires




Ryan

 

[Outlawmws]

Moving tool boxes around to see where I want them before I build cabinets....

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I am leaning to the second version but with big box being slid down the wall some more as to leave more room around the corner of the projects and a built in wooden bench being made to go to the right of the man door, will incorporate my beer fridge.

Unless you plan to do something else with the vise, I'd do #2 but rotate the craftsman 90 so the vise is accessible, (and not making a mess next to the door...)

 

[PhantomEB]

Totally agreed! It just ended up like that.

That welding table can be wheeled out of the corner to be used.

Red box is not staying on it.

 

[Mr. Roboto]

Mr. Roboto! Where did you get those base cabinets with the drawers? What size are they? And what did you use for the top? Thanks

Check out my build thread in my signature, I custom built the workbench. I have pics throughout the construction.

what kind of bike is that? looks pretty nice.

Thanks! It's a 2016 Giant Trance 2 27.5"

It's been a long time coming for me, I was still on a 26" hard tail up until this.

 

[steve308]

Changed the oil on the family fleet. 97 degrees outside - 71 in the garage --- Love the AC.

 

[Outlander]

replaced the u-bolts holding the rear box on my ATV. Fiddled with the garage man-door that is binding. Gave up when it started raining

 

[rohartman]

What's a C2? Second generation Corvette?

Correct, 1967 Corvette and it's been in the family since 1967!

Today I finished up the corner weights on the 991 Cup car getting it ready for the Mid-Ohio race this weekend. Changed out the Spark plug called up and ordered them, they showed up and the bill was $900.42, $150.07/ea. come on they're NGK plugs they can't cost that much! I know I know we are paying for those 2 tractor trailers that show up to each race to supports us along with 8 Porsche employees.

 

[amalik]

Correct, 1967 Corvette and it's been in the family since 1967!

Today I finished up the corner weights on the 991 Cup car getting it ready for the Mid-Ohio race this weekend. Changed out the Spark plug called up and ordered them, they showed up and the bill was $900.42, $150.07/ea. come on they're NGK plugs they can't cost that much! I know I know we are paying for those 2 tractor trailers that show up to each race to supports us along with 8 Porsche employees.

Got a pic of the racer?

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[rohartman]

Got a pic of the racer?

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If you're at Mid-Ohio for the Indy car race this weekend stop by and say Hi, we are in the upper paddock area, ask for Randy

 

[LS6 Tommy]

Correct, 1967 Corvette and it's been in the family since 1967!

Today I finished up the corner weights on the 991 Cup car getting it ready for the Mid-Ohio race this weekend. Changed out the Spark plug called up and ordered them, they showed up and the bill was $900.42, $150.07/ea. come on they're NGK plugs they can't cost that much! I know I know we are paying for those 2 tractor trailers that show up to each race to supports us along with 8 Porsche employees.

Whaaa??! That's more than what it used to cost including labor to have spark plugs CHANGED on early 911 turbos. The engine had to be dropped to do it...

Tommy

 

[Bob Heine]

Moving tool boxes around to see where I want them before I build cabinets....

I am leaning to the second version but with big box being slid down the wall some more as to leave more room around the corner of the projects and a built in wooden bench being made to go to the right of the man door, will incorporate my beer fridge.

PhantomEB, the second version looks better to me because the step isn't behind you when you open the drawers on the tool chest, The bench next to the door is also a great idea. When your arms are full and you need to open the man door, it's handy to have a place to set one armful down.

 

[Outlawmws]

We went to Costco to "burn" a nearly expired "rewards" coupon, and I wound up picking up 6 of the Feit LED Shop lights. 3 down, 3 to go in the garage, and OMG what a difference! Highly recommended!

BTW Costco has them marked down to $23 and change; limit 10.

 

[chrislehr]

well, I cut boards in the garage, but this w/e I refloored this landing.

Before
20160702_202350148_iOS by Chris Lehr, on Flickr

After
20160725_023612082_iOS by Chris Lehr, on Flickr

 

[Mike.ASC]

If you're at Mid-Ohio for the Indy car race this weekend stop by and say Hi, we are in the upper paddock area, ask for Randy

That's a sharp looking car & tool box .

 

[Fixed]

Mr. Roboto! Where did you get those base cabinets with the drawers? What size are they? And what did you use for the top? Thanks

I'm a roadie, but I can still appreciate that she is a nice-looking bike.

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[PhantomEB]

PhantomEB, the second version looks better to me because the step isn't behind you when you open the drawers on the tool chest, The bench next to the door is also a great idea. When your arms are full and you need to open the man door, it's handy to have a place to set one armful down.

Exactly and I plan to shorten up that step as well probably make the bench a little less deeper so I got a straight line across the front of the garage. Fab table easily movable if I need more table space and if even more needed?? I will have a half sheet of 3/4" plywood countersunk stuck away in the corner.

Aiming for practicality and versatility in this one.

 

[polexican23]

not in my garage but about my garage. I cried tears of joy (garage started) then tears of frustration.
My contractor showed up today, unannounced and started site prep. Um, yeah we weren't ready for about 2 weeks. Interested to see what is going on over there after I leave work and why.

 

[Jimmy_B]

Removed and cleaned the wheels and tires. Went to see BIL to have the new tires mounted and balanced. Cleaned the wheels again and installed back on car. The wife's happy now.

 

[rohartman]

Whaaa??! That's more than what it used to cost including labor to have spark plugs CHANGED on early 911 turbos. The engine had to be dropped to do it...
Tommy

You don't have to drop the engine on a 991. I truly believe that's how they cover the cost of the track side support. I did fine the plug for a 1/3 the cost but it's in Japan! but even with shipping it's cheaper, now I know.

That's a sharp looking car & tool box .

Thank you, ya the Tool box is one of my favorite tools I every bought. I call it the war wagon.

 

[boomer12831]

You don't have to drop the engine on a 991. I truly believe that's how they cover the cost of the track side support. I did fine the plug for a 1/3 the cost but it's in Japan! but even with shipping it's cheaper, now I know.


Thank you, ya the Tool box is one of my favorite tools I every bought. I call it the war wagon.

Thats the one I saw in St Pete that I wanted but would have to build a bigger garage. Will you be at the Glen on Labor day?