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Harbor freight or Napa.

I am sure, based on jobs I have seen Mike take, that he uses a discretionary pricing model. I am sure based on his character that he is fair and reasonable- to a fault.

Video of above shop:

That’s true, too. But in this case, he put in the time to watch your work on YouTube. That investment would make me feel as though the client is more qualified than one using false flattery- who never bothered to look in the first place.

Mike, I don’t think he was trying to blow smoke up your ***. It is rough out there. Hardly anyone seems to give a damn this last decade in the U.S.

What paint was used? Looks beautiful.

Mike: I really enjoy these “local jobs” you take on that are sort of “in and out” projects (example: GT500 read end). They demonstrate your level and depth of knowledge, and show the standard others should strive for when performing these tasks. Often times highlighting the total ineptitude of...

How was contract awarded, then? If all 3 were close in price, who was finally selected? I would have thought Craftsman would have been 1/3rd SO, and 1/2 of Proto in terms of cost, roughly.

Are you able to transfer some of the costs for your engineering evaluation over to landlord / realtor?

This is a great post. What stands out to me is that Mike’s shop is designed for working efficiency. Easy to pull vehicles in and out of. Utilitarian floors easy to clean and maintain. The ultimate goal being to maximize labor output and efficiency. I see the same design ideals in the layout of...

Don’t forget the get-away scooters!

The previous member was correct in highlighting the potential liability. Consulting a licensed professional engineer also establishes due-diligence for the OP.

An absolute disgrace what is happening to safety and security in many large European cities….

You have to be kidding…..

Use the search function, this has been discussed in depth in the recent past on here.

Beautiful building

Swiss Army issued field portable tool box for electronics. Made in Germany.

Purchased in Switzerland but a French made tool, a spatula for caulk and adhesives with a small form factor for working in a confined area

In the states, if you work in the trades, it seems to be vogue and stylish to go around with your Stanley Fatmax tape measure clipped to your belt, with a big key chain next to it, fastened on the belt loop. In Europe, Switzerland in particular, folks go around with a folding ruler clipped...

I have been going to markets for years and generally find only one or two things to buy every trip. Most of the fun is in the searching and negotiating. Not so about a month ago. I saw a closed box on the ground in the corner of the vendor’s stall. I opened it up, and it was full of German...