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I found these locally a few weeks ago. Figured either my oldest son could use them in his garage, or if he isn't interested I can always make a spot for them.

Neat solution for chain storage, real slick. What machine shop is helping you out on these small jobs? Ever since Joe Roelle retired his shop I have been without facilities...

Before and after pictures, so they are close to each other for comparison. I like to jump back and forth on transformation pictures, I assume others may want to as well.

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Getting real close to major changes to the south barn, so here are some pictures of its current state.

Nope, no stairs. This back section is 52x32, it is built 90 degrees in a "T" shape to the front section which is 48x32.

Are you doing alright over there? Hope all is well and you have continued with the Volksbarn rehab.

These had been part of the scenery at the old childhood homestead since at least the 70's. As a kid I was told it was a train engine oiler cans. I grabbed it when the place was being cleared out, it almost went to the great scrapyard in the sky. Says "ERIE RR" on the tag.

I am open to suggestions? Probably put in a stairway and will be storage. No real plans, we do want to do work on the barn and I wanted to evaluate what the structure might need before putting siding on. Wouldn't want to have to do more jacking after the siding is done.

All cleaned out! Still some heavy dust sweep up to do, and the first level underneath is a disaster, but now the structure is totally accessible. Next up will be some new doors and metal siding work.

Thanks. The end is in sight. The ceiling really surprised me. Really helped brighten things up in there. It shocked my helper crew, they just stopped in their tracks and looked....finally asked how that could be new wood?

Some light at the end of the tunnel.

Thanks Eric. I appreciate it, head injury is something I have not heard about through all this.

Good question. They ran several gauntlets of tests, exhausted all their options, and eventually turned me out to be my own advocate. There simply seemed to be no cause they could point at, so really no change they prescribed, other than low dosage of blood thinner. My lungs are very healthy...

Finally found a second corner. The biggest reason to clean this out is to be able to see the true condition of the structure. And eliminate habitat for the local racoon population. Was very surprised to find the floor has a step running the length of the room. Guess that rules out using...

Oh, my bad, that wasnt the flouroscope, that is just the thing they put my clots on. The flouroscope is basically a live, moving constant x-ray. It is sobering just how many very wide eyed medical professionals have told me exactly how lucky I am to be here. Its like I am a walking case...

Making some real progress. At the same time I had a ton of blood clots hit my lungs surprisingly. Just out of left field, no warnings. So I got a really cool ride in a life flight helicopter and a weeks vacation in the pulmonary wing of OSU hospital, while they went in through leg vein, to...

Same here Eric. I about flipped out when I saw my first Bald Eagle, so cool. I thought that would be the first and only time I would see one, lol. Haymow cleanout continues. Its a daunting task. Just have to focus on whats in front of you, and not the whole mess. Just think, for...

Most likely the very same bird. Has been a rough year health-wise for me, but am finally back to somewhat useful status. Will work on updating this thread soon.

I do. Check out the links in my signature for my barn journey.