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Nope. Walls were poured as a normal foundation is. There was a 2'' x 9'' key in the top of the walls. The floor was then formed from below and poured after. 9'' thick floor with a ton of rebar...

My full basement only cost about 5-6k$ more. http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=50008 Best money I ever spent!!!

This is exactly what I would like to build (with only minor difference...) I would love to see some loft pics.

Beautiful home and garage! I would also like to see photos of upstairs. How big is your detached garage? Thanks

Hey guys, Yes it kinda of looks like a grow op/bunker... but there are two decent windows and a staircase going from the garage basement up into the garage and a door to access the the original basement of the house. The windows were a last minute extra... but thank god I put them! It would...

Exterior Shots.

More... The Empty Basement.... The Table.... The Elevator/Cart Base... The Floor Cap/Elevator Roof.... The Beta Elevator More to Come....

I know a few of you have been patiently waiting photos... as you all know, life gets crazy sometimes.... Here are a few more. I will add more of the final product shortly. Sorry for the delay!

I thought it to be such a coincidence to run across this thread today. Yesterday I spent the day cleaning out my father's garage. He died suddenly at 53 just over a year and a half ago. It was therapeutic for me. I was happy to add his tools to mine... the little bit of rust just added life to...

Hi guys, Im a long time lurker. I just started another project, I usually do all the work myself, but due to lack of time, I have given this one to a contractor. I will build my own detached garage when the time comes. The plan is pretty simple, it is a 24' x 24' attached garage with a 9''...

Same here. I love the site and check it daily. I rarely listen to the podcasts though. Another ok site is www.toolsnob.com. It is not updated as often though.

OldCarGuy, werent you supposed to get a complimentary Rotary lift?? Ive been waiting for the conclusion to that story... did I miss something?? (I dont mean to hijack... just thought it was relevant)

I would pick it up. 49$ is amazing. This is a special introductory price. The compressor is made by Maxus... see here for a review http://www.toolsnob.com/archives/2007/12/maxus_xlite_aluminum_compresso_1.php I think I would pick up as many as I could get my hands on. They would make great gifts.

It does not cost 1000$ once the brake is activated. Apparently the "brake module" has to be replaced, along with the blade (half the time). Brake module : 80$ Blade: 80-100$

If you dont live in Canada, use the postal code G0A 4S0 when prompted.... That should work.