Recent content by MarkMM

We are on the same page. Door will be roughly 5' from wall, I want 3.5-4' between the wall and lift. And I will center the door from there, do the same and then put the next door. 14' ceilings. 6" slab throughout. Not sure on a loft or mezzanine yet.

A BIG FYI. Location, thats where there is enough space. Can't change that. Wife raises honey bees for a living. I like to keep my distance. I know the inconvenience of the hike. There is a big elevation change from the road to my house. I have atvs to help out. My other option would be to...

I really appreciate the comments everybody. I'll be 40 on the next few months. I have worked in a giant dealerships and I have worked in my driveway. Anything I get I will be thrilled to have. I will do as much as possible and hopefully get help from my family, they've done construction their...

Sorry to scale was not intended yet. It will be just myself in the space, 2 projects @ most. I have an existing 16x24 that will act as storage for parts when a car is taken apart.

The 2 bay doors will have a 2 post lift and a flat but eventually 2 lifts most likely. Other half with the bigger bay door will be tools, tables,equipment, and work space. If i could spend all my time restoring/ building classic cars I'd never call it work again. Just doing what I love.

Welcome. Not too far from you either, just over the border in NC. Will be building a similar size this year if all goes well.

Hello everyone. Joined recently for ideas. Hoping to get the wheels started on building a shop for myself here when I get everything together. About me. Lifelong car guy, mechanic, welder, diy’er from South FL. I’ve worked for dealerships,independents, even a mobile mechanic in San Diego at...