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Since my walls are OSB I used 3/8" wall plates and tapped the center 1/2"-20, cut rod to fit through the lug holes and 3 lug nuts hole it on the wall. The other 2 are 1/2" bolts with a lug nut screwed on.

Wet sanded clear coat all day. It is done to 3000. Left side, hood and tailgate is done so I am getting close to trim polishing!

3/4" finished plywood stained and 6 coats of poly.

Just got done with the basic build on mine. Its 15' long x 8'. Now to start accessorizing it.

You'll be happy with the coplay door.

I am in Conway SC and just built a 28 x 40 shop. I went with coplay R19 doors. I have R30 in the attic and R15 walls. The cost was not that much more than the lower R value doors so it was worth it to me. In the summer here the garage doors are the biggest element letting in the heat.

I would go talk with your town/city's building department. The Building Official knows who the good contractors are. That's what I did and got a recommendation on a contractor that built me a great shop.

Just built a 28x40 myself. I did 2 9x8 doors with the far bay using scissor trusses then storage trusses for the rest. I had footers poured 3'x3' by 12" deep where the 2 post lift will be installed. My ceilings are 10' under the attic storage. A few pics.

I thought about separating them but then it would require additional cooling up there. I plan on using the space as a clean room to do upholstery and dash type work. Or just add a door and leave it closed unless working in there? Couple pictures of the stairwell and space. I do plan on running...

I am finishing up the insulation on my new garage. It has a full second floor which is completely insulated along with the stairwell that will be open to below. My initial thought was to leave the ceiling below the room uninsulated to allow cooling and heat to cover the second floor. Now am...

I think there is no better place for my first post!