CSTMG8's garage and future shop build.

[cstmg8]

Tired of waiting on the deadbeat contractor to get the roof and cement done, so I started installing the siding that was delivered on Thursday. Not a bad start today, just need batten strips on the lower section, Then the gable.

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[cstmg8]

Little better idea of what it'll look like.
Still plenty of backyard room for activities.
Got the forms in and ready to be set when he gives me final floor grade.

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[jblnut]

Dude that looks like it's going to be a really nice space !!


AND it seems EVERYONE has overlooked that er'ma'gash beautiful Calloway ... yikes. That thing is SWEET !!! I've a close friend up here that owns one (its that BRIGHT Chevy blue though) and it was a riot of a good time to ride in !! He volunteered to pull my skiddy trailer a few hours away to get some tractor tires I purchased on an auction when I told him he could tag along in the ol' farm truck. It was nice catching up with an old friend and even nicer to ride in the luxury that Calloway had hiding behind it's doors !!!

 

[cstmg8]

Dude that looks like it's going to be a really nice space !!





AND it seems EVERYONE has overlooked that er'ma'gash beautiful Calloway ... yikes. That thing is SWEET !!! I've a close friend up here that owns one (its that BRIGHT Chevy blue though) and it was a riot of a good time to ride in !! He volunteered to pull my skiddy trailer a few hours away to get some tractor tires I purchased on an auction when I told him he could tag along in the ol' farm truck. It was nice catching up with an old friend and even nicer to ride in the luxury that Calloway had hiding behind it's doors !!!

Hahaaha, I'm surprised you noticed. I'm really happy with the Callaway, it's a lot of fun.

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[cstmg8]

Still no concrete.
I got the lower section of the north wall sided, and a pretty decent grading done. May not be final, but good enough to get some seed and straw down. Two sides to go!

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[cstmg8]

Things are happening, even if slowly. They got the cement down and finished, overall pretty happy with the finish.
I spent a couple evenings getting the grade raked and rocks picked up. Spread seed and straw, it won't be the final, and I'm sure we'll tear some of it up in construction. It feels good to have some finished space though.
I'm going to do a little more rock work along the pond with some smaller stones, but overall it turned out pretty well. I can definitely drive the mower through there

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[cstmg8]

Little more progress, I got the board and batten finished on all 3 sides. Installed a window and man door, and worked on the rocks along the pond. Grass is coming in decently. The deadbeat contractor just has to finish the front metal roof/fascia, and soffit. I've decided that if I catch up to him and his work is holding me up he's fires and I'll finish it. My 71 yr old father in law and I (39), have worked circles around him, working only Saturdays and Sundays.

 

[cstmg8]

Couldn't decide about putting a window in. Glad I did, it feels much less cold. I need to trim a few branches, but I foresee a lot of wasted time staring at this view .

 

[grant00]

Really nice build. Jealous of that unfinished basement space off the main garage. That's definitely a unique setup. What are your plans for heat/AC? Insulated stem walls only or did you put insulation under the slab as well?

 

[cstmg8]

Slab is insulated. I had debated on radiant heat, but decided against it due to anchoring to the floor in the future. I did HVAC work before getting into the elevator trade, so I'm going to install a dual head mini split system. After insulating the interior (spray foam?), It should stay pretty comfortable without much energy.

 

[grant00]

Slab is insulated. I had debated on radiant heat, but decided against it due to anchoring to the floor in the future. I did HVAC work before getting into the elevator trade, so I'm going to install a dual head mini split system. After insulating the interior (spray foam?), It should stay pretty comfortable without much energy.

Spray foam would help make it more air tight since you did house wrap instead of Zip system sheathing or other sealed equivalent. Would help out the HVAC I would think.

 

[Jayman17]

That view out your window will be nice to have. Great looking build you have there.

Jay

 

[cstmg8]

Trying to make evening use of the lift while the contractor has it here for the roof. Made a bit of gable progress tonight, at least gives an idea of what the finished product will look like.

 

[cstmg8]

Small update, but the never ending garage is getting closer. Cement work is finished and I got most of the front Lap siding on yesterday. Garage doors are still on backorder for Sep 20. I'm going to order the tongue and groove pine for some of the interior and get going on the insulation. and for no reason, a good sized frog I saw while mowing:

 

[Kevkx125]

Looks good , glad you are making progress on the shop!!! can't wait to see pics of you enjoying it.

 

[cstmg8]

Finally got some time to get this thing moving. Taking advantage of the good weather. Feels good to have two sides completely sided, hopefully I'll finish the front today. Then just the other gable, and the dormer face.
Garage doors are delayed again until October 4.

 

[cstmg8]

Had to pull away for a smallish project for the wife. Removed the railing from the front porch and rewrapped the bottom of the posts with some azek pvc boards. It definitely gives the front a bit more modern look, and the railings were packed with wasp nests, so that's one less place for them.


I still have some caulk and paint to do, but need materials, so I was able to finish the lap siding on the front of the shop.

A little closer every weekend. Garage doors got bumped to Oct 4.

 

[cstmg8]

Cut down the dead oak that you can see in the house pics. Hated to see it go, but I accidentally killed it with spilled lawn fertilizer. Really a shame, but not a bad evenings work.

 

[cstmg8]

I've been working on a lot of other house projects while waiting for my garage doors to arrive, so I'll try to elaborate on those later.
Finally finished the last gable siding on the north side and the false gable on front.
The garage doors finally arrived...... With no tracks, springs, axles, etc.... That's a battle with Menards that I won't clutter the thread with.
I finally received the track and two of the four springs, so I was at least able to get the vertical track installed and door panels up. Even though the doors do not operate yet, it feels like a benchmark in the never-ending shop build!

 

[cstmg8]

Pic troubles.

 

[cstmg8]

Next spring when I paint the siding, I'll probably replace some of his terrible metal work/trim around the roof.
Up next is Gutters, electric and insulation. I think I'm going to staple up some plastic sheeting to the bottom of the trusses to allow for some heating over the winter.

 

[cstmg8]

I'm way behind on updates, but have also been busy outside of the shop project. I'll try to fill in on the progress in the next couple days.

I did get plastic up on the ceiling, really helps retain heat and allows working through the winter.



I've also gotten most of the electrical supply in. 125 amp sub panel in attached garage to 100 amp panel in the shop. Had to switch wire types to run across the garage Then underground to the shop. Junction turned out well, I sunk a leftover box in the wall.

 

[cstmg8]

Pics

 

[cstmg8]

Still working on the bathroom remodel, so the shop is on hold. Had to move a little plumbing today, then get the vanity set in place.....
Vanity was heavy as hell, and of course the plumbing comes up through the floor.
Slid it in on furniture sliders then jacked it up, rolled it back and lowered it down over the plumbing.
Luckily my holes were correctly placed!!

 

[cstmg8]

All over but a few finishing touches/touchups.

 

[cstmg8]

There are 2 little tile in the center of the floor that are uneven. Thinking about chipping them out and replacing them. If they were on an edge I wouldn't care, but right in the center! Would you replace?

 

[cstmg8]

Taking advantage of warm weather to do some wiring/insulation.
I've got 100 amp service to the shop, I'm going to put a sub panel on the opposite side for the welder and to shorten some circuits. How big would you go? 50? 60?

 

[cstmg8]

Doing some repairs on the in laws landscaping trailer. Just needs some welding on the rail and some metal straightened.

 

[cstmg8]

Got sidetracked over engineering an access hatch for my plastic ceiling. Elevator switch magnets hold it open and closed.

 

[cstmg8]

Getting there....

 

[cstmg8]

Well, shop is far from finished, but I purchased my first project!
1967 rusted pile of F100
I'll post updates when I get the truck home.

 

[Kevkx125]

What are the plans for the truck ? hot rod or restore ?

 

[cstmg8]

Somewhere in between for this one. I'm really looking for a '66 to turn into a pro touring style truck. It's likely I'll try to get this one moving under it's own power and make some repairs to get it road worthy. I'll enjoy it for a while and flip it while I keep an eye out for the "forever" truck.