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    I-Beam hoist vs single hoist spot, other options?

    Hello. I have a couple of chain lifts I use now and then as well as planning to use a lot more when my barns utility increases. A 2-ton and a 1-ton at the moment. Originally I was planning on having a single spot or two in the barn where I imagined a large plate or support structure holding a...
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    Ceiling options - 42x40x14 plus loft (40x11x7)

    Hi, I'm planning to put a ceiling up in my barn now that spring is coming around. I have some questions and welcome input from those experienced. I'm pretty set on going white steel sheeting as it is light weight, bright for light reflection, and will hold insulation fine with my 2' spread...
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    Pole Barn Lighting Battle - T5 vs T8 vs LED

    Hi, I'm working on my 40x42x14 pole barn lighting plans. I've been reading and researching lighting on and off for a few weeks. I'm no expert but here are my findings so far. I'm open to opinions. I believe I've settled on 80 foot candles. I'll have it chopped into probably 2 switched halves...
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    Heating Options - 42x40x14 plus loft (40x11x7)

    Hello, I'm putting this thread here in case people are willing to provide some input and opinions while I continue to research the forum and the internet. I've probably read about 100 threads various places thus far and I am taking notes. I've got a 42x40x14 pole barn up. There's stairs in the...
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    Insulation Help

    First, sorry that this has been discussed probably 500 times in here. Do know I've read several of them and plan on reading more. I dont want you to feel like I'm free ballin' too much and not doing my own due diligence. I want to try to do this stuff myself now that the barn is up. After my...
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    New Pole Barn Owner

    Howdy, Introducing as requested. Nickname is Homer, from Ann Arbor Michigan area. New pole barn owner and looking for ideas and help. Help is first, then ideas next. :) Posts to follow. Looking to get back into rebuilding motors and vehicles (Vintage Ford Bronco's, Ford Mustangs, and Honda...
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