Recent content by Dalmech

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    Anyone ever put up a steel building like this.

    I just finished a Steelmaster A model building. It was a real pain but what I have learned is Don't tighten any bolts until it's completed and only put every 3 or 4th bolt in until it's completely up. Then come back and install the rest of the bolts and tighten them all.
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    Framing end wall on arched metal building

    I just finished assembling my Steelmaster 30X38X14 A model building. I bought the back end wall but not the front. My building came with the outer trim pieces like yours and I'm trying to figure out how to build the front wall too. My idea is to build a free standing front end wall, Outside the...
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    Looking for info. 11ft high X 10ft wide garge swing d [rs

    What would it take for a door of this mass to survive. My plan is double 5X11 times 2. Total is 10 wide, 11 high. Is it possible with a heavy duty hinge?
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    sliding doors on Quanset

    Added location. I know sliding doors are far from ideal but I've priced roll up doors and there out of my price range at the time. I've still got wiring and 200amp service to pay for. There has to be a way to seal the opening somewhat. If anyone's built something like this, please post pics and...
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    sliding doors on Quanset

    Hi everyone, Yes I did the unthinkable. I bought a 30X38 Steelmaster quanset. This thing was a royal pain to assemble but thanks to 12 friends and 2 days, we've got it up. It came with one end wall. The other end is open. I'm gonna build a wall and install Hardiplank siding to match my house...
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    How to run electrical and lights

    Hi everyone, My first post. I've finally have a shop started. Slab is done and my Steel Masters quanset (38X30X14) will be here next week. I'm wondering how to attach conduit to the walls and ceiling for electrical outlets and light fixture. Anyone have pictures? Still unsure of what type...
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