Recent content by Ken P

Just for reference a totally gutted / bare shell 66 Mustang fastback body weighs 522 LBS.

I'll be buying a used steel one off of Craigslist or someplace like that when I need one. Then turn around and sell it when I'm done with that portion of the build. I'll at least break even or maybe make a few bucks in the process. The put that money back into the project or buy another piece...

I have a piece of steel that is 3/16" x 3" x about 24". I fit it between the brake pedal and the seat track mount.

If you're going with the Roxul be sure to wear a fairly high grade respirator. A paper dust mask isn't good enough. Just sitting there in the wall after install is fine but if you're cutting and creating any dust it's some nasty stuff. Also rinse in the shower with cold water first. The soap...

This is perfect timing. I'm considering building a 45' x 45' in my backyard. I had to do some termite repair last year and checked with the county on square footage limits. I'll be working with a local lumber supply company on calculating materials costs very soon. Looks like step one will be...

I've got a double over / under oven that I plan on using to cure powder coated parts in someday.

How about wagons? My 55 Willys Jeep wagon. It looks kinda rough in these pics as it had, and still is, sitting waiting on a re-do. It was my first attempt at anything automotive in my teens and I made some mistakes. The bumpers are in thrown in the back along with a PTO winch for the front. It...

I don't get over to this site much but have enjoyed reading this garage project thread. You have done a great job in transforming that nasty old hole in the wall into a really functional and good looking work space. Congrats on all your dedication and hard work. It is an inspiration. :beer:

Thanks guys. That is what I figured. I'm always skeptical of commercials / marketing gimmicks. I figured I'd ask around first before I wasted any gas just to be disappointed.

Does anybody have any experience with Builders Surplus? They have these really annoying commercials here in the Atlanta area but they have locations in several other large cities across the U.S. I'm wondering if they are just another Home Depot / Lowes type store or are their prices actually...

Here is my brother's 94 Cobra. I was over there at Thanksgiving trying to figure out if it is an early build date and what it may be worth. It sat outside at his old house for a few years but at least it is inside now. It's been bumped in the front enough to blow both airbags. He also said it...

I can't remember the name of the company but DO NOT USE the guys who are on Hwy. 41 / Cobb Parkway across from White Water. I drew up the basic plans myself and took them over to them to discuss. They said no problem and it would be about $15K to $20K. Then he came out to the house and did his...

That is a great idea. I have all these seats and carry-all boxes of parts etc. that are always in the way. Another vote for the most helpful site around. Thanks :beer:

Spray paint will also kill them. Besides they look really cool painted silver, or red, or gold... I found a short handle sledge hammer also does the trick. Tap, tap, tap, they flatten out nicely. I've also found them in the shower and extremely HOT water will kill them as well as most other...

What are the opinions on home gym / work out equipment location. How many have it in the garage versus in the house? What would be a minimum requirement of equipment? I already have a treadmill and some old crappy weights. I've also seen Bowflex machines for sale in my local Atlanta Advertiser...