larry4406
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Nice place. I think I spy a mopar sassy grass vert in Post 21 - coronet or superbee?
Texaco Station Renovation - Moving In
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It's a Coronet RT convertible. Original sublime. Car lived a really tough life, and it's been a challenge getting it back together.
marty_p
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Bad, I always look forward to your updates. Please keep us posted as you progress through your builds.
Also, sorry to read about your wind storm, boss.
Also, sorry to read about your wind storm, boss.
Thanks Marty! I lived for a while in your neck of the woods - Zachary, LA. Loved it there and would still be in LA if work hadn't necessitated leaving.
larry4406
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Cool ride. Wish you the best with your place and its return to glory.
Finallygotit
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oilslick
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Very cool,love the pictures!
Big Dad
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Lots of elbow room .. I like
Ok, so more progress on the hole......er, basement. Had to take a couple pictures of the shale. Rotten stuff to have to try and build in. I think it's requiring about 36" of engineered fill.
The footings are all poured and the fill in place for the basement floor. Decided to put pex in the floor now even though we may not install a floor heat boiler right away.
Backfilling the outer sides of the walls after putting in some drain tile. All the fill is pea gravel which theoretically is to keep the drain tile from clogging.
The footings are all poured and the fill in place for the basement floor. Decided to put pex in the floor now even though we may not install a floor heat boiler right away.
Backfilling the outer sides of the walls after putting in some drain tile. All the fill is pea gravel which theoretically is to keep the drain tile from clogging.
Had a great distraction from the building project this week. Picked up a '69 Charger RT/SE. Hasn't been on the road since 1980 - was parked because it was burning some oil. Mostly original paint. This thing is absolutely loaded! Power windows, AM 8 track stereo, 6-way driver's seat, console automatic, tach and gauges, cruise control, high performance axle package, heavy duty cooling, tinted glass, power steering, power disc brakes, and rear window defrost. It hasn't been messed with at all which is probably the most amazing thing.
HOTFR8
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A nice distraction and something to make you get into that building so you have a great place to work on it.
Damn cold wind chill today, so working inside on doing some more gutting of the station.
Still need to move some of the junk out that has accumulated over the last year and get the inside better organized to be able to continue working inside when it's miserable outside.
Wanted to try to keep as many of the interior porcelain panels as possible, but most of them are really beat and have a bow to them. Plus, behind them is crappy insulation. So, the thought now is to remove them, fir out a 2x4 wall in their place, spray foam the exterior walls (which in total will be a little over 6" thick), and come up with something after sheetrocking the walls that might give the feel of metal wall panels.
Still need to move some of the junk out that has accumulated over the last year and get the inside better organized to be able to continue working inside when it's miserable outside.
Wanted to try to keep as many of the interior porcelain panels as possible, but most of them are really beat and have a bow to them. Plus, behind them is crappy insulation. So, the thought now is to remove them, fir out a 2x4 wall in their place, spray foam the exterior walls (which in total will be a little over 6" thick), and come up with something after sheetrocking the walls that might give the feel of metal wall panels.
And we do have 2 hearty souls working on the remaining basement walls. Next week is suppose to be highs in the 50's, so we're shooting for wall pours on Monday! Then we have to pour the back fill under the existing building's footings and the basement floor.
Homebody
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Jealous! Subscribed. Love the Chevy II !
I have a set of original TEXACO 18" red letters that I'm looking to sell if you're interested.
Too modern for my Station.
I have a set of original TEXACO 18" red letters that I'm looking to sell if you're interested.
Too modern for my Station.
Thanks Balor. It's a '67. Numbers matching 396, 350hp with a 4 speed. Motor has never been out of it, but it needs freshening. Burns some oil now at 75k miles. Was originally white, but the guy who owned it forever didn't like white and painted it the current color.
Thanks Homebody! I may be interested in the letters. Send me a PM and we can discuss further. Thanks!
I offered to store a buddy's scissors lift for the winter.....and use it for some projects! Damn, these things are cool and I think I'm gonna have to find one to at least change light bulbs in the shop.
First project was to finish fixing the storm damage on the inside of the shop that took part of a roof through the side. Absolutely could not have done this without the lift given the junk stored on the shelves below the damaged area.
Not a perfect fit, but not bad. Sometimes just have to say don't let perfect get in the way of good enough. Most important is getting the insulation in given the cold temps coming eventually.
And it's done. Well almost.
Most of the shop doesn't have the sheetrock seams taped or mudded. Quite frankly, I don't think I have it in me to tape, mud, and paint the walls. So much work and this really isn't a "finish" type shop inside anyway. Besides, I have a better plan for hiding the seams!
Hung a 26" x 8' porcelain Standard Oil sign. And, if I don't have enough stuff to hide the seams then it will make a great excuse to do some shopping!
First project was to finish fixing the storm damage on the inside of the shop that took part of a roof through the side. Absolutely could not have done this without the lift given the junk stored on the shelves below the damaged area.
Not a perfect fit, but not bad. Sometimes just have to say don't let perfect get in the way of good enough. Most important is getting the insulation in given the cold temps coming eventually.
And it's done. Well almost.
Most of the shop doesn't have the sheetrock seams taped or mudded. Quite frankly, I don't think I have it in me to tape, mud, and paint the walls. So much work and this really isn't a "finish" type shop inside anyway. Besides, I have a better plan for hiding the seams!
Hung a 26" x 8' porcelain Standard Oil sign. And, if I don't have enough stuff to hide the seams then it will make a great excuse to do some shopping!
A short update on some of the continued cleanup in the bay area. Likely going to end up pulling off most if not all of the internal panels. They are pretty beat up, lots of holes. Not sure if I'll reuse them or not. Also there's crappy blown-in insulation that really needs to be replaced with foam insulation.
Removing the two old garage doors that are up - won't be reusing them.
Also removing all the old electrical conduit, copper lines, and some other junk to clean up the walls and ceilings. The original furnace had hung from the ceiling, so those brackets need to go.
Removing the two old garage doors that are up - won't be reusing them.
Also removing all the old electrical conduit, copper lines, and some other junk to clean up the walls and ceilings. The original furnace had hung from the ceiling, so those brackets need to go.
Moving along with progress on the basement, though not as quick as I wish. Because my knees are going to hate stairs soon, and they take up a lot of space in a plan where space is at a premium, we went with an elevator that will have stops at the basement, main floor, and second floor.
So, there needs to be a pit in the basement for the elevator to land, which is also where the mechanical components of the hydraulic elevator will be located.
The electrical service has been temporary, and fairly sketchy being stretched across the basement on a 2x6. Something more permanent in a temporary service that at least now is buried.
So, there needs to be a pit in the basement for the elevator to land, which is also where the mechanical components of the hydraulic elevator will be located.
The electrical service has been temporary, and fairly sketchy being stretched across the basement on a 2x6. Something more permanent in a temporary service that at least now is buried.
Thanks Bug!! Happy Turkey Day to you too!
Ok, so an update. Weather is getting pretty cold so am really glad we got the concrete poured. First came pouring the elevator pit. Turned out pretty good though there needs to be some concrete filling/patching at the back of it.
Also got the pex layed in the floor. Wasn't going to put in floor heat in, but for a little bit of $'s it's probably worth it.
Also got the pex layed in the floor. Wasn't going to put in floor heat in, but for a little bit of $'s it's probably worth it.
95riosnake
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I really love this project. Kudos to you for really going all out on this, it should be a very cool space when you're done!
Thanks! There have been times I thought it would have been best to raze it and just build everything new - quicker, less expensive, and definitely less hassle. Likely will cross my mind more times before this is done! But the station has history and I couldn't bring myself to not give it a shot.
Thanks Dwight. We had a really had a mild fall which helped with the concrete. Winter has arrived with some snow and lots of wind this week.
sean Buick 76
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Super cool project, wow that is fun!! I am enjoying reading along so please keep the pics coming!!!
Alright, been gone for two weeks on a business trip and came home to some progress! Continue to be able to take care of mild December weather, though I think that's going to come to a screeching halt later this week.
The area where the floor decking has been installed is primarily going to be a small garage for a hot tub. The floor joists were designed for the additional weight, and have been spaced accordingly.
Code requires either stairs or an egress window out of the basement with the elevator. So, here is where a ship's ladder will be located. A trap door in one of the master suite walk-in closets was chosen. If power goes out, elevators descend to the bottom floor. So, if we lose power during a severe storm, this will be the path to shelter.
Apparently, there were some miscalculations on some of the floor joists. The gentleman from the joist supplier failed to measure twice and cut once....some where too short. So, we're held up while those are being built.
Figured now is the time to put enough sheetrock in the basement to finish it off. Likely won't be able to get even 4x8 sheets down there without great difficulty.
There was an open cavity between the station's existing footings, and the new basement walls. With no way of packing the dirt and wanting to make sure things don't shift in the shale soil, the spaces were completely filled with concrete. Here you can see the space between the basement wall and the station foundation.
Finally, a couple shots of the step up into the hot tub room. This was necessary due to the decision to increase the height of the entire addition. The water of a hill behind the station drains past this area, and I couldn't risk during a heavy rain of routinely getting water in the basement. This was also one of the reasons why we decided not to put in an egress window.
Not much going on inside the station, just some more cleaning and removing panels. I'll shoot some pictures inside once there's a little more progress.
The area where the floor decking has been installed is primarily going to be a small garage for a hot tub. The floor joists were designed for the additional weight, and have been spaced accordingly.
Code requires either stairs or an egress window out of the basement with the elevator. So, here is where a ship's ladder will be located. A trap door in one of the master suite walk-in closets was chosen. If power goes out, elevators descend to the bottom floor. So, if we lose power during a severe storm, this will be the path to shelter.
Apparently, there were some miscalculations on some of the floor joists. The gentleman from the joist supplier failed to measure twice and cut once....some where too short. So, we're held up while those are being built.
Figured now is the time to put enough sheetrock in the basement to finish it off. Likely won't be able to get even 4x8 sheets down there without great difficulty.
There was an open cavity between the station's existing footings, and the new basement walls. With no way of packing the dirt and wanting to make sure things don't shift in the shale soil, the spaces were completely filled with concrete. Here you can see the space between the basement wall and the station foundation.
Finally, a couple shots of the step up into the hot tub room. This was necessary due to the decision to increase the height of the entire addition. The water of a hill behind the station drains past this area, and I couldn't risk during a heavy rain of routinely getting water in the basement. This was also one of the reasons why we decided not to put in an egress window.
Not much going on inside the station, just some more cleaning and removing panels. I'll shoot some pictures inside once there's a little more progress.
The correct floor joists showed up yesterday, and they are now in place.
And while we got a little snow it wasn't too bad. The decking is now completely installed. I hadn't seen OSB with tongue and groove before. Apparently it also has a 100-day full warranty against the elements during construction.
So, now it's time to make some serious decisions. I need to determine window sizes so the wall framing can begin.
And while we got a little snow it wasn't too bad. The decking is now completely installed. I hadn't seen OSB with tongue and groove before. Apparently it also has a 100-day full warranty against the elements during construction.
So, now it's time to make some serious decisions. I need to determine window sizes so the wall framing can begin.
Finallygotit
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Tic-toc! 
Great progress!
Great progress!
marty_p
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Great progress, Bad! 
And would you believe it snowed about 4" back in your old Zachary, Louisiana one day before Christmas?
And would you believe it snowed about 4" back in your old Zachary, Louisiana one day before Christmas?
Great progress, Bad!
And would you believe it snowed about 4" back in your old Zachary, Louisiana one day before Christmas?
Thanks Marty! I have seen pictures of the recent snow in LA. Crazy! You have gotten more snow than we have up in the frozen tundra where I'm at. That likely will change this weekend. Snow, and predicting -25 for low temperature on New Years Eve. Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!
With the bitter cold, not much work getting done. That's ok....low productivity and just plain dangerous, especially when it can wait until it warms up a little.
The eaves where the addition will be attached had to be removed. Nothing structural, but underneath the decorative covers are also angular pieces that are welded to the wall studs.
We decided those have to go too in order to make way for structural beams to support the second floor joists.
I'd like to figure out a way to save these panels. They are relatively dent free with minimal screw holes. The spray foam should also clean up. This wall is going to be a hallway to the master bedroom and it would be cool to retain the original porcelain steel wall if possible.
The eaves where the addition will be attached had to be removed. Nothing structural, but underneath the decorative covers are also angular pieces that are welded to the wall studs.
We decided those have to go too in order to make way for structural beams to support the second floor joists.
I'd like to figure out a way to save these panels. They are relatively dent free with minimal screw holes. The spray foam should also clean up. This wall is going to be a hallway to the master bedroom and it would be cool to retain the original porcelain steel wall if possible.
Hope you don't mind a minor diversion from the project due to the rotten weather. I have been spending some time on this '52 Chevy project. Have had it for a couple years - bought it in a package deal with a bunch of other cars/parts. Most of the other stuff I sold, but haven't been able to sell this one. Figure I just as well get it back together.
Rechromed and/or polished the grill components and just reassembled it. It's just sitting in place at this point, but what a difference it makes to have it all refurbished!
Shot of the original 235 6-cylinder. Toying with the idea of rebuilding a 250 6-cylinder with some speed parts, and putting a stick behind it (has a powerglide now). That will also necessitate changing out the rearend and eliminating the torque tube. Not a fan of the rim/tire combo, plus they are too wide for the fenderskirts. So, I'm going to refurbish the original 15" rims - gloss black with some wide whites. It's also going to get lowered in the front and back at least a couple inches.
Rechromed and/or polished the grill components and just reassembled it. It's just sitting in place at this point, but what a difference it makes to have it all refurbished!
Shot of the original 235 6-cylinder. Toying with the idea of rebuilding a 250 6-cylinder with some speed parts, and putting a stick behind it (has a powerglide now). That will also necessitate changing out the rearend and eliminating the torque tube. Not a fan of the rim/tire combo, plus they are too wide for the fenderskirts. So, I'm going to refurbish the original 15" rims - gloss black with some wide whites. It's also going to get lowered in the front and back at least a couple inches.
HOTFR8
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Nice looking car.