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    HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Finally got my tree up in the shop!

    Been doing a complete remodel at my shop (gone over schedule and over budget)... Took a break to put together a Chrondek type Drag Racing "Christmas Tree"! It was a lot of fun. Used scrap from some cabinets I removed, a quick trip to the local ACE hardware store, and... Voila:
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    Show me the PEGBOARD! Hanging Tools.

    I looked and could not find a thread dedicated to pegboard. I am in the process of hanging my cabinets and agonizing over layout... And it's time to hang pegboard. My plan is to do pegboard on my "Backsplash" (above workbench, below cabinets). PO left me with a bunch of pegboard, so...
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    What did your wiring cost? Trying to get a consensus...

    I am doing a FULL frame up remodel on my shop I bought. It was originally built in the 40s/50s. Being pretty handy, I am doing it all myself. However... I am NOT and electrician (dammit Jim). The cost of my electrical has really blown my mind so far. Probably set my expectations too low? I...
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    Pouring a small slab for gas pump.

    Has anyone out there poured a small slab for a gas pump? I have no problem pouring a small 3' x 3' slab. Planning to just use bags of sakcrete, some rebar and forms. Pretty simple. I did a search, but came up with nothing... I need to plan ahead, so slab needs to hold up 1500 pounds. I...
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    1930 Firehouse in Hoquiam Washington

    I just saw this old Firehouse for sale ($65k) while surfing classifieds. It's not mine and I am not trying to sell anything... Pretty cool old building! Looks like maybe close to 3000+ square feet on the main floor. Upstairs could be a pretty cool living space. The lot is only 7000 sqft, but...
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    "Twin Peaks" Garage (My shop build thread)

    My Garage (My shop build thread) My garage.
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    "Country Club" for Car People? "The Shop" Start up in Seattle

    Recently I saw a new startup here in the Seattle area for car people. Basically you join (pay membership fees) and can use the facility, participate in activities, hang out and pay to store your car/motorcycle/etc. Even though I just closed on a new commercial shop, This concept is VERY...
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    Any Bicycle People out there? Classic, Mountain biking and builder here!

    Anyone out there into vintage bicycles? I am in the process of moving to a shop and plan to set up a "Bicycle Shop" in one corner. I ride a 1940 Schwinn DX Klunker (Hot Rod) and a 1994 KONA Explosif (owned since 1997). My kids both ride Mountain bikes now (oldest rides a cool early stump...
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    Parking Lift Car Storage Width Height HELP!!

    I did a search. Several in fact... In the process of buying a shop (Zoned Commercial). The size isn't ideal, but we all have to start somewhere. Shop is 28' x 40'. It is Concrete block construction and has an upstairs. My question is about car storage. I currently have 5 classic/ old cars...
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    Con-Tact Premium Ribbed Shelf Liner, 18" x 15' Roll, Clear at COSTCO

    Just saw this the other day, figured I would mention it. Not sure what I would use it for.... but still might pick up a few rolls at THAT price!!!!!
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    Hello from PacNW

    I have been on here for a while...... but figured I outta introduce myself. Starting a residential 20 x 20 or so garage/ shop build. Just moved, so progress is slow. Pics to follow...........
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