Recent content by nukefission

I decided on the Mr. Heater 50k BTU unit linked above, but haven't purchased it yet because I've been preoccupied with other things in the space (wiring, insulation, paneling, painting). At the rate things are going and because this winter has been so mild in my area, I'm thinking I can put off...

I do plan to add a fan or two. Although it does look like the roof has a ridge vent, in fact it does not. Just the turbine. I'll be insulating & OSBing the ceiling just like the walls. Thanks for the feedback. I looked at mini-splits early on but a) the size I need exceeds my budget and b) the...

This forum is a great resource, but looking to refine my choices by asking about my specific situation. Garage: -Detached 24x30x11, concrete slab, framed walls/roof, unfinished, one 16' garage door and one entry door, vented soffits and one turbine vent in the roof, built in 1990. -I'm working...

Also wondering if this thing would be worthwhile: http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/Atlas-Baseplate-Extension-Kit

Sorry for bringing up an old thread. mk3cn4, how did you resolve this? I'm experiencing virtually the same issue, with the same lift. During my installation of the posts, several of the anchors were pulling up too far out of the concrete, in some cases not allowing application of full torque...

Thanks for the great replies. Looks like I have a lot of research yet to do. Someone mentioned the BendPak XPR9 floorplate lift. I still consider it an option and yes, it would eliminate the need for all this building modification. I just don't know if I can get over the floor hurdle (literally...

I have a great blank slate to work with and need some help. This garage is 24x30 and has 11ft ceilings with engineered fink trusses on 2ft centers. I would like to install an assymmetric, clear floor, two-post lift in here, but for that it would appear I need at least 13ft. Would it be possible...