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    What do you use for sound in your garage/shop

    Mudhog - I am sad to say but my D9's have the same fate (both being relegated to the shop - which I am okay with, but also the woofers are starting to break down. Where did you get the surrounds to fix them and were you happy with results?? Thx
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    Garage Stereo systems anyone?

    I still have a huge pair of Cerwin Vega's in the house (from my school days). My wife is still trying to get them out of the house, but I have been able to keep them right beside the TV. At least until next year when I start building my new shop. But currently in my barn, I have my...
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    Advice for a dependable vehicle

    Guys, I am not overly passionate about a lot of things, but when it comes to a reliable vehicle, nothing, and I mean nothing compares with a mid 80's Toyota 4x4 with a 22RE engine in it. Check out "Top Gear" if you need more proof! Only problem is that the bodies and frames weren't quite adapt...
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    16' x 12' garage door - to look like barn doors

    CHAZ - great picture. I am off to talk to my Door guy on Monday!
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    16' x 12' garage door - to look like barn doors

    Upndown - I was googling images this morning and it looks like I found what you were talking about. A High Lift conversion for a typical sectional roll up. http://ddmgaragedoors.com/diy-instructions/garage-door-high-lift-conversion.php I think this might work. I can get a carriage style roll...
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    16' x 12' garage door - to look like barn doors

    John the Guru - no the design shown was just first concept from my draftsman. Ideally I want a much larger door centered in the main building. My concern with a normal sectioned overhead is that I am planning on a 2 post hoist inside the door, so I don't want the tracks being in the way when I...
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    16' x 12' garage door - to look like barn doors

    Rieferman - that's a really good idea! So simple yet solves the problem. Thanks for the idea. I would love to see a picture if anyone has ever done that before!
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    16' x 12' garage door - to look like barn doors

    How well do sliders seal? Aren't they just hung from the top and the bottom just swings? I need the to keep the cold out as I am in Canada? Do you have any pics? Thx
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    16' x 12' garage door - to look like barn doors

    First time post. I have been watching this forum and really have enjoyed is for the last couple of months. I plan to build a 48' x 48' shop next spring to resemble a Monitor style barn. The main building in the middle will be 24' wide with 12' sheds on either side. The main building will have...
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