Between 265 & 485 SQ/FT My 16 x 24 in Michigan

[jon72vega]

Nice that Gizmo and Boots like each other and spend time together. Not always so.
I have one of those little circular saws, though not as nice as a Dewalt. Very handy.

Most of the time the cats get along well.
There are times however they fight like cats & dogs cats.

I have yet to see a bad purchase that you made other than a few you upgraded and sold the old ones.

We all need stuff cause it not only is fun to use they come in handy to prevent so many trips to the hardware stores or Amazon.

Nice rack and I’ve still got a few of that style. Each shelf can hold up to about 4-500 pounds if needed. Another option for your storage unit since you’ve got a soft cover and other big items to store during the winter is to get a couple 8-10 foot tall pallet rack shelving and put them across the storage unit so you can store lots of stuff above the Vega. Or I’ve seen drop down shelving that attaches to ceiling and entire platform drops down on ropes and pulleys.

Glad to hear spring has arrived do enjoy it and your summer and little bit of fall before the white stuff comes again.

Always love the cats pics too

I did make a purchase recently I'm not happy about, as I relied on the pictures for condition & handed over the money before looking the item over.
My fault, lesson learned.
Look at all the rust.
Rusty shelf rack by jon72vega, on Flickr

Spring is here, even had to have the house AC on for a while yesterday evening.

 

[jon72vega]

2 weekends ago I swapped out winter for summer tires on the Maverick.
Spring tire changeover by jon72vega, on Flickr
Spring tire changeover by jon72vega, on Flickr
Spring tire changeover by jon72vega, on Flickr

A headlight quit working on the Hummer.
Damn worthless POS aftermarket bulbs were the cause of this I think.
And no, they were on the vehicle when purchased.
I cut this out, and soldered in a new plug.
In the mean time I installed the spare halogen bulbs for the Solstice.
And cleaned up the area since I had to remove the air filter box for working room.
But... I will be upgrading the lighting very soon.
Headlight plug by jon72vega, on Flickr
Headlight plug by jon72vega, on Flickr
Headlight plug replaced by jon72vega, on Flickr
Headlight plug replaced by jon72vega, on Flickr

Last weekend I removed the factory stereo and installed a new one for 3 reasons.
1- This will play the music from my phone, as I have no CDs.
2- Wireless CarPlay capable for navigation, hands-free phone calls, etc.
3- Backup camera capable, will install the camara this weekend or next.
Old stereo removal by jon72vega, on Flickr
Old stereo removal by jon72vega, on Flickr
New stereo installation by jon72vega, on Flickr
New stereo installation by jon72vega, on Flickr
New stereo installation by jon72vega, on Flickr
New stereo installation by jon72vega, on Flickr
New radio at night by jon72vega, on Flickr

This picture is about trying to figure out how & where I'm going to mount the back-up camera.
Mounting B/U camera location by jon72vega, on Flickr

Traded the snowblower for mower.
Snowblower & mower trading places by jon72vega, on Flickr
Snowblower at storage unit by jon72vega, on Flickr

Gizmo.
Gizmo exploring by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo exploring by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo exploring by jon72vega, on Flickr

Boots.
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[captain14]

Too bad about the “ new” storage rack.

The driveway looks full with your fleet.

Was the new stereo plug and play or did you have to do some plug modifications?

 

[Prospecter]

Gizmo and Boots are happy garage cats.
Nice stereo solution. I love CarPlay, and Apple Music. It's even better with a Bluetooth connection.
Depending on your use case for the shelves, Rustoleum Hammered Silver would blend those rusted shelves pretty well. I've used it on a vise pedestal and rusted rims.

 

[jon72vega]

Too bad about the “ new” storage rack.

The driveway looks full with your fleet.

Was the new stereo plug and play or did you have to do some plug modifications?

Yeah but I'm over it.
I pressure washed it good at the local car wash, & cut cardboard for shelf liners.

My wife said if I get another vehicle, something will have to go.

I bought the stereo from Crutchfield, and paid extra for their pre-made harness.
Money well spent, it was plug & play.

Gizmo and Boots are happy garage cats.
Nice stereo solution. I love CarPlay, and Apple Music. It's even better with a Bluetooth connection.
Depending on your use case for the shelves, Rustoleum Hammered Silver would blend those rusted shelves pretty well. I've used it on a vise pedestal and rusted rims.

They don't know how good they have it, I try to be a good servant to them.

Yes, I'm liking it so far.

See my reply to captain14 on what I did with the storage rack.
When I messaged the seller afterwards about the condition of it she said "Get spray paint & and eye exam.
Live & learn.

 

[drivesitfar]

For big rusted items paint is a good option but I love naked steel so vinegar or even wd40 can remove most of it but rinse and wipe off totally before using or painting. I like boiled linseed oil on my old vises and some tools. I hear evaporust is a good option too or simple green in an old crock pot for smaller stuff.

Yes your cats know you are trying your best to serve them so keep up the good work.

Even though you said plug and play that new unit you installed looks difficult for most of us humans. Nice work!!

 

[jon72vega]

For big rusted items paint is a good option but I love naked steel so vinegar or even wd40 can remove most of it but rinse and wipe off totally before using or painting. I like boiled linseed oil on my old vises and some tools. I hear evaporust is a good option too or simple green in an old crock pot for smaller stuff.

Yes your cats know you are trying your best to serve them so keep up the good work.

Even though you said plug and play that new unit you installed looks difficult for most of us humans. Nice work!!

I used boiled linseed oil on the parts of my vice that are supposed to be bare metal when I restored it.
Still holding up reasonably well.
Sears vise by jon72vega, on Flickr

I try to be good to them, in return they "helped" me while I was winding up ratchet straps for storage this morning.
Boots & Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr

It truly was an easy installation.
The only thing left is installing the backup camera, hope it will work as designed.

 

[jon72vega]

Last weekend I installed the LED replacement headlight housings on the Hummer.
Stock headlight.
LED Headlights install by jon72vega, on Flickr

Replacement with needed adapter kit.
LED Headlights install by jon72vega, on Flickr

Job complete.
They sure are an improvement, and only 1 oncoming vehicle has "hi-beamed" me in 4 mornings of driving in the dark to work.
LED Headlights install by jon72vega, on Flickr

Light pattern is good.
LED low beams by jon72vega, on Flickr
LED low beams with fog lights on by jon72vega, on Flickr
LED high beams by jon72vega, on Flickr

I made another trip yesterday afternoon to Adrian, MI to pick up another Solstice top for a friend in Florida.
I'm gonna put it on a pallet & have it shipped truck freight to him.
Even scored a FREE pallet today that I will cut down to the needed size.
Adrian MI trip for Richard’s top by jon72vega, on Flickr
Adrian MI trip for Richard’s top by jon72vega, on Flickr
Treasure! by jon72vega, on Flickr
Treasure! by jon72vega, on Flickr

A storm this past week took down this tree about a block from us.
Spruce Street after storm by jon72vega, on Flickr

Today is a double Maverick Saturday.
Double Maverick Saturday by jon72vega, on Flickr

Donna at the 1st Farmer's Market of 2026 in Buchanan, MI this morning.
Look at the frost on the grass.
Donna 1st Farmers Market 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

Lone Iris along the driveway.
Many more buds, but we had a hard freeze last night, and that may have damaged the buds.
We'll have to wait & see if we get any more flowers.
Lone flower by driveway by jon72vega, on Flickr

My friends.
Boots & Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[drivesitfar]

So you are the new solstice soft top provider for the USA? Nice work on the Mac too.

 

[bugnut]

LEDs on the Hummer look super. It was cold yesterday, hope Donna kept plenty warm!

 

[jon72vega]

So you are the new solstice soft top provider for the USA? Nice work on the Mac too.

Ha ha, I hope not!

LEDs on the Hummer look super. It was cold yesterday, hope Donna kept plenty warm!

Thanks, wasn't sure if I'd like the look or not.

It was cold, but she had warm clothes on, so she said it wasn't too bad.

 

[jon72vega]

Well the freeze didn't hurt the flowers, looks like we're going to have them all bloom out.
Iris’ in bloom by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[jon72vega]

2 weekends ago I went to a Cars & Coffee in Niles.
Here are some pictures.
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[Geoff289]

Some nice rides there. Product of Australia that last one, from back when we made cars here.

 

[jon72vega]

Some nice rides there. Product of Australia that last one, from back when we made cars here.

The blue Chevy SS in attendance was made there as well.
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[jon72vega]

Yesterday's Iris update.
5-6-26 by jon72vega, on Flickr
5-6-26 by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[Miss the Pontiacs]

I still have to change out the winter tires. Looks like from all the flowers you are ahead of us here. Still managing to dip below freezing, but just. Nice bunch of vehicles at coffee. I like the Pontiac but that probably is just me. . Have a great weekend.

 

[Geoff289]

The blue Chevy SS in attendance was made there as well.
2nd & Main Cars & Coffee 4-26-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

Yes, I missed that one. That was a Holden Commodore here and the GTO was a Holden Monaro.

 

[jon72vega]

I still have to change out the winter tires. Looks like from all the flowers you are ahead of us here. Still managing to dip below freezing, but just. Nice bunch of vehicles at coffee. I like the Pontiac but that probably is just me. . Have a great weekend.

We had another freeze, but the Iris buds survived.

The C & C drew a surprising (to me) amount of nice vehicles.
I like Pontiacs also, had 3 in my lifetime.

You have a good weekend as well.

Yes, I missed that one. That was a Holden Commodore here and the GTO was a Holden Monaro.

I googled them, both very much my type of cars.

Such a shame GM (and Ford) shut down Australian production of cars.

 

[jon72vega]

This was another FB Marketplace score early last Sunday morning.
3 batteries and the impact driver for a low low price.
Impact driver & batteries by jon72vega, on Flickr

I used my birthday present while modifying the pallet, the saw works nicely.
Skid & box for Richard by jon72vega, on Flickr

I think I am done doing mods on the pallet.
Final skid cut down by jon72vega, on Flickr

When my friend in Florida figures out where I am shipping the Solstice top to, (needs to be a business with a loading dock) I am ready.
(Picture was taken before final revision of the pallet).
Skid & box for Richard by jon72vega, on Flickr

Gas price earlier in the week. (It was up over $5.00)
Gas price 5-5-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

This is a pallet bin at work.
It is a John Deere container. It has the John Deere barcode label on all 4 sides of the container.
How it got the CAT label (a competitor to J Deere) on it, is a story I'd like to hear.
CAT & John Deere on same palletainer by jon72vega, on Flickr

Iris' this morning.
Iris 5-9-26 by jon72vega, on Flickr

Boots & Gizmo.
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[drivesitfar]

Do you have a local freight shipping company or do you fastenal? Just curious how much that is to ship if you don’t mind saying? Nice work on the shipping boxing and sizing the pallet and it’s good to have the correct tools!!

Some cool cars at that show and looks like a few guys showed up with some spendy newer models.

Hope you have a good Mother’s Day!!

 

[jon72vega]

Do you have a local freight shipping company or do you fastenal? Just curious how much that is to ship if you don’t mind saying? Nice work on the shipping boxing and sizing the pallet and it’s good to have the correct tools!!

Some cool cars at that show and looks like a few guys showed up with some spendy newer models.

Hope you have a good Mother’s Day!!

I can ship from my work, don't know what freight line it would be going on.
I don't have a clue what the shipping cost would be.

Thank you for mentioning Fastenal... I'm investigating that option right now.
My friend in Florida is still deciding where he can pick up the box.
I told him Fastenal was a good option, and there is one in Jacksonville.
Once he saw the address he said he knew right where it was.

Yeah, there were some pretty expensive rides at that show.

My Mother's Day was great!
I made sure to do everything that Donna wanted, LOL,

 

[drivesitfar]

It’s probably been close to a decade since I used Fastenal a lot shipping pallets across the country. They used to deliver on east coast in a few days and for a great price cause they were sending empty trucks before and just trying to pay for labor and gas.

Then Fastenal bought new trucks and their mates doubled and tripled so I found local buyers for my extra stuff.

Hopefully they are competitive or reasonable cause I always loved their service.

Have a grand day!!

 

[jon72vega]

It’s probably been close to a decade since I used Fastenal a lot shipping pallets across the country. They used to deliver on east coast in a few days and for a great price cause they were sending empty trucks before and just trying to pay for labor and gas.

Then Fastenal bought new trucks and their mates doubled and tripled so I found local buyers for my extra stuff.

Hopefully they are competitive or reasonable cause I always loved their service.

Have a grand day!!

I'm still waiting to hear back from my Florida friend.

 

[jon72vega]

Iris' yesterday.
Iris’ 5-13-26 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Iris’ 5-13-26 by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[jon72vega]

I brought the Vega home today from storage.
Here’s a short video of it idling.
Turn your volume up and take a look.

 

[jon72vega]

More organization at the storage unit.
Chairs stored up high out of the way.
Chairs storage by jon72vega, on Flickr

Finally installed the backup camera on the Hummer, hid the wiring and got it working properly.
Backup camera installation by jon72vega, on Flickr
Backup camera installation by jon72vega, on Flickr
Backup camera installation by jon72vega, on Flickr

Backup camera installation by jon72vega, on Flickr

While I was fine tuning the aiming of the camera up/down.
BU camera by jon72vega, on Flickr

In action.

My grandson discovered a HUGE Dragonfly stuck behind the grill on the Hummer.
This thing had a wingspan of 6 to 8 inches!
I had to remove the grill to free it.
It was unharmed, and took off like a Bat out of Hell.
dragonfly stuck behind grill by jon72vega, on Flickr
dragonfly stuck behind grill by jon72vega, on Flickr

It had to have gotten in thru the vertical "holes" in the grill itself.
dragonfly stuck behind grill by jon72vega, on Flickr

While the grill was off I noticed one of my newly converted headlights was sagging.
The provided 3D printed ball-stud clips couldn't take the heat.
I replaced the clips with the factory metal ones, and that will not be a problem again..
Headlight retainer rework by jon72vega, on Flickr
Headlight ball stud retainer clip by jon72vega, on Flickr

Also had to glue the trim rings to the headlight adapter housings as the retainers had relaxed as well.
I'm disappointed with all the fixing I've had to do with this modification, but the lighting improvement is worth it.
Headlight retainer rework by jon72vega, on Flickr
Headlight retainer rework by jon72vega, on Flickr


The overlords.
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[jon72vega]

I attended a Cruise-In at nearby Buchanan, MI. a couple of weeks ago with the Vega.
Here are some pictures.
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Buchanan Cruise-In 5-16-2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[Ford52PU]

nice photos! Good to see the Vega! Photographs well.

 

[drivesitfar]

I’m thinking maverick manufacturers should hire you as a consultant to make their products waaaay better. Nice work on the camera and headlight. And nice save of the dragonfly.

I’ll never not like seeing a bunch of old cars in great shape so thanks again for attending all theses shows and taking and posting the pics.

Have a grand day!!

 

[jon72vega]

nice photos! Good to see the Vega! Photographs well.

Thank you!

I’m thinking maverick manufacturers should hire you as a consultant to make their products waaaay better. Nice work on the camera and headlight. And nice save of the dragonfly.

I’ll never not like seeing a bunch of old cars in great shape so thanks again for attending all theses shows and taking and posting the pics.

Have a grand day!!

Did you mean Hummer manufacturers?

I love looking at old cars & trucks!

 

[jon72vega]

Memorial Day we were at my Brother's & SIL's home.
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

We went to look at Bro's glider at the airport.
The wingspan is several feet wider than the hanger space, so the wings must come off for storage.
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr
Memorial Day weekend 2026 by jon72vega, on Flickr

It was a very nice visit we had with them!

 

[drivesitfar]

You own so many vehicles now it’s hard for me to keep up and yes I meant Hummer. Again really nice work with the repairs and upgrades.

Bro’s and Sil’s place looks amazing. I think im past the point of wanting to skydive or fly a glider but it sounds like fun. Have you flown it too or just helped get your brother in the air?

Sometimes I forget when it’s an actual Saturday but I still love mine so have a great weekend.

 

[jon72vega]

You own so many vehicles now it’s hard for me to keep up and yes I meant Hummer. Agss as in really nice work with the repairs and upgrades.

Bro’s and Sil’s place looks amazing. I think im past the point of wanting to skydive or fly a glider but it sounds like fun. Have you flown it too or just helped get your brother in the air?

Sometimes I forget when it’s an actual Saturday but I still love mine so have a great weekend.

I own too many vehicles now.

I don't want to fly in a glider, and no I haven't helped with it.
He belongs to a club, and gets alot of activity there.

I'm just beginning my Saturday this fine morning.

 

[jon72vega]

The new old stock Solstice convertible top is now in Jacksonville, Florida waiting on my friend to pick it up.
Fastenal shipment by jon72vega, on Flickr
Fastenal shipment by jon72vega, on Flickr
Fastenal shipment by jon72vega, on Flickr

My son gave me a roll of microfiber towels, so I modified a HF towel rack to work with it.
Microfiber towel rack by jon72vega, on Flickr

You know a part is junk from the factory when Dorman remakes & sells it.
Namely the license plate lamp housing that is for the Hummer & many more GM cars of the era.
License light housing replacement by jon72vega, on Flickr
License light housing replacement by jon72vega, on Flickr

Added trim rings around the HVAC controls on the Hummer.
Got them for the Solstice (same HVAC controls) a couple of years ago, and didn't like how they looked on it.
HVAC knob dress-up trim by jon72vega, on Flickr

Did some rust-out coverup on my son's Malibu.
Touch up rockers on Malibu by jon72vega, on Flickr

Added the 1/4" impact driver to the side of the tool cart.
Dewalt by jon72vega, on Flickr

Had tree roots clog up the sewer again.
Years ago I made a little map with measurements that shows where the cleanouts are, so marking it out makes digging easy.
Cabled cutter, & then a copper sulfide product to the rescue.
Tree roots sewer clog by jon72vega, on Flickr

A motorized hang glider was flying pretty low over the neighborhood a couple of evenings ago.
Motorized glider by jon72vega, on Flickr
Motorized glider by jon72vega, on Flickr

Our Rhododendron was in full bloom a few days ago.
Rhododendron by jon72vega, on Flickr

I leave you with these 2 characters.
Gizmo & Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr
Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo by jon72vega, on Flickr
Gizmo & Boots by jon72vega, on Flickr

 

[drivesitfar]

Nothing better than a new box that is for certain.

I know you aren’t trying to buy stuff to store but your two season weather and shed idea is a good way to get more space in the garage.

This option might not appeal to you but if you’re storage facility is ok with this build a loft above your Vega and have basically another storage unit for free (except costs for wood). My 10x20 storage unit I rent had a have loft in it from prior tenant cause my ceilings are 14 foot tall. In the front half I have 12 foot tall commercial racks sort of like Costco and HD and I have an aisle in the middle with rolling carts. I’ll get pics if you’re interested?

Another option for you since the Vega is under where the loft build would be is to build a set of stairs up where your new 6 foot tall rack is. This is of course if you plan on keeping the Vega and paying storage.

Just an fyi because I have 3 of those racks similar to yours in front of your Vega up on my loft that are full of garage type supplies currently.

Kids and cats love an empty box. In fact the next time I’m near our appliance stores I’ll see if they have any fridge boxes and grab a few for my granddaughters to make a fort the next time they stop by.

Have a grand day.

 

[drivesitfar]

Oh yea I have no idea what your storage space costs so it might be cheaper to build a shed or rent another one. For me it’s a no brainer cause our 10x20’s at a decent clean facility rent for $350 per month.

At one time I had a big shop and 5 10x20’s so I even had Costco type racks above my old aluminum trailer I parked inside one of the units. I put 3 12 foot tall 4 foot deep racks crosswise so trailer fit under it sort of like your Vega could then I had 3 shelves above the trailer to fill with stuff.