Above 1200 Sq/FT Cleaning Up My Shop

[Ole Slewfoot]

Buddy got over 50' of this explosion proof ducting in a lot buy recently if its what you need.

https://www.zoro.com/ecko-vent-duct-12-in-dia-x-16-ft-ylw-fdt-30534005bb/i/G4128984/

 

[oldironfarmer]

Thanks for the information! I refuse to admit I have a confined space anywhere on my farm (this comes from having to work with confined space regulations for many years, and they get crazier as the years go by, any enclosed space not intended for human habitation qualifies, like the trunk of a car)

I'll keep that in mind, but suspect by ducting will be 2x2 wood and sheetrock.

 

[dlcwent]

Andy, I don't see any jack studs on that new headed. What's up with that?

 

[bgarrett]

oldironfarmer. Thanks for the compliment and I need to pickup a car north of Tulsa so easy on the offers or I might just take you up on it! lol

 

[jbmatth]

Andy,
Great job on all of the construction, you are sure moving along and knocking it out great. As for confined space the other day I had to take a measurement on a piece of pipe in a control valve can under ground, 4' deep hole with a corrugated metal pipe 4' in diameter. I spent almost 2 hours getting all of the paperwork together for entry, then took about 45 seconds to check and double check my measurement and I was done. Sadly I assumed they were all the same and all of the other ones I've designed were 4" to 3", this one was 4" the whole way. That was one of those moments where I felt like crawling back in the hole and hiding.

Andy, I don't see any jack studs on that new headed. What's up with that?

I'm sure Andy will give you a complete answer but I would guess that is because the actual load bearing header is still in place above that one. The new header just has to be able to span the width and maybe hold some garage door parts. Or I could be and he just hadn't installed them yet.

JB

 

[BUGTHUG]

I say swap the tractor work for the insulation. Sounds like a win , win, win!

 

[TIMI]

Wow, I was working. Here the construction is in full swing.
Cute, clean everything new.

And before I forget.
Here most of the building made of wood.
This material, especially for construction, hardwood and already processed by (fungi, beetles and fire.)

 

[oldironfarmer]

Andy, I don't see any jack studs on that new headed. What's up with that?

I'm assuming jack studs are what we would call cripples. Their purpose is to hold loads applied to the header, especially mid-span. While I could have cut out the cripples going to the header above, I saw no point, and didn't want to make the opening even narrower. The header as installed is fully capable of taking the spring loads from the overhead door. Unfortunately I don't install by standards, I install as I see the need and utility for each piece. Remember, no inspections where I live, if I like it, it's intrinsically approved. I really like that freedom and eagerly accept the risk. So far nothing I have built has fallen down, except for personal relationships, but, hey, I'm an engineer.

oldironfarmer. Thanks for the compliment and I need to pickup a car north of Tulsa so easy on the offers or I might just take you up on it! lol

If you get close, come on by. If we can't make a deal at least you can tell me what I have I'm kind of new at this stuff (selling and giving stuff away, I'm a veteran at buying)

Andy,
Great job on all of the construction, you are sure moving along and knocking it out great. As for confined space the other day I had to take a measurement on a piece of pipe in a control valve can under ground, 4' deep hole with a corrugated metal pipe 4' in diameter. I spent almost 2 hours getting all of the paperwork together for entry, then took about 45 seconds to check and double check my measurement and I was done. Sadly I assumed they were all the same and all of the other ones I've designed were 4" to 3", this one was 4" the whole way. That was one of those moments where I felt like crawling back in the hole and hiding.



I'm sure Andy will give you a complete answer but I would guess that is because the actual load bearing header is still in place above that one. The new header just has to be able to span the width and maybe hold some garage door parts. Or I could be and he just hadn't installed them yet.

JB

I feel your pain on the pipe measurements. Everybody makes mistakes, but when it's public for everyone to see it reminds you it's best to get used to eating crow. Eating crow is absolutely one of the best diets to improve your temperance and performance. So, congratulations! No one ever died of eating crow, though there have been many upset stomachs, that condition will heal on it's own.

That being said, even though OSHA requires the confined space requirements you had to go through, it is intuitive that there is really no hazard at that depth unless you squat down and breathe deeply, and that's if it is full of toxic vapors. I'm not advocating violating policy but it sure can be frustrating!

We had a valve almost twenty feet deep that had to have a guy go down to it after we had excavated down to the valve. There were too many foundations nearby and we could not get a good excavation. We put a ladder down a 36" culvert pipe and used the pipe as shoring. Worked great but the safety guys wouldn't buy my argument that the pipe was designed for habitation (we installed a ladder) so it was still a confined space exercise.

Of course you were spot on about the header

I'm waiting on a visit

I say swap the tractor work for the insulation. Sounds like a win , win, win!

How could I not fix someone's tractor and get compensated? We haven't worked out how we would barter. While I don't want to take advantage of them, my ability to make the repair compared to their options gives me a little advantage over just swapping hours for hours. I'll see what they offer. They don't live too far away and have done work for friends so I need to treat them like friends. NO QUARTER!! (sorry, that just slipped out, I have a buddy who says "if you can't cheat friends and family, who can you cheat?")

Wow, I was working. Here the construction is in full swing.
Cute, clean everything new.

And before I forget.
Here most of the building made of wood.
This material, especially for construction, hardwood and already processed by (fungi, beetles and fire.)

Thanks for the visit and comments!

We have wood treated for insect attack which we use adjacent to soil or concrete. That blocks termites from reaching the untreated wood. And we only use softwood for normal construction, hardwood for trim and decorative work.

Thanks for all the visits guys, I love the comments!

 

[oldironfarmer]

Another day, more progress. Progress is getting ready to stop as I wait for insulation and then sheetrock. Already suffering from impending pending temporary progress decline anxiety syndrome

I got out early and started putting joist bracing at mid-span in the 12 ft room. I used up 2x8 waste, lots of trips up and down.

Ceiling only, later in the day we put in the fire block at the request of the insulator, his spray method can sag if it is unsupported for more than 8 ft in one cavity. Yes, the fire blocking is not laid out straight. So shoot me. I dare you to see it after sheetrock and paint.

For the 8 ft room, I'm out of scraps but have some twisted 2x8's I rejected as joists so will probably cut them up. They could be returned but they will work.

SIL arrived about 10:00 (he apparently has a life) and we trimmed out the metal on the 12 ft x 11 ft opening.

I ran out of corner metal and had one corner to add to the 8 ft door. SIL had some left over from his barn we built in 2003, it's new but a little stained, and two pieces we had to splice, but it will keep the weather off the wood. I'm happy with it, the price was exactly right.

Then we went around the addition and installed sheetrock nailer where they were missing.

Last job today was to install faux studs on the attic side of the OSB clad wall between the 12 ft room and the 8 ft attic. The insulator asked for something to help hold up the insulation and give him a thickness reference while he is spraying. We used strips of OSB to satisfy the request.

We also framed in the future attic access door.

Picture is kind of hard to interpret. You can see the 2x6 frame but OSB laying on top of the joists partially obstruct the picture, sorry!

Metal work is now done save for the perforated strip along the eave, that material is supposed to be ready Friday, but may be Monday before I can get it.

The only work needed before the insulator comes Saturday is to sheetrock one side of the wall between the foundry and paint booth. I want that internal wall insulated because I expect to not heat or cool the foundry but am going to insulate the foundry for future flexibility. I'm using leftover sheetrock (full sheets) from at least twenty years ago. Part of cleaning up the shop is using up leftover materials.

The only framing work before sheetrock is the joist blocking in the 8 ft room and a little door framing for the paint booth.

After sheetrock the insulator will come back and insulate the ceilings (more waiting, no control ), then I need a sheetrock finisher. I am slow as molasses finishing sheetrock and have convinced myself to hire it done. So far I have nobody identified. Any volunteers?

Also after sheetrock the overhead doors can go in. Contractor has promised me they will be in stock. That's what the salesman said, I asked him whether it said that on the internet so I would know it was true. He apparently was not amused, but we don't really know each other yet. He'll come around to a little humor.

Then I'm ready for painting and lastly electrical and air system extension. Looks like the air compressor needs to go in the foundry room, with my spare 80 gallon tank in the main shop area.

Uh oh, sounds like a dreaded to-do list

Never mind, focus on what's next.

P. S. My wife asked whether I was going to buy more equipment for the shop addition. I said, well, a little, like a four post lift and some steel cabinets (look out Jack!) She was just making small talk, whew! We saw a Model B Mack restored that looks to be for sale, she said "stop later", I said "what if it's sold?", she smiled that beautiful smile I fell for almost forty years ago.

 

[1/2 Cup]

Andy kicking goals...

That Model B Mack will be a welcome addition...

I like your style

Regards

 

[dlcwent]

Andy, that crossed my mind after I posted that. I realized it was just a spacer and wouldn't be used to carry the load. I guess I should have thought about it for a minute before opening my mouth and using it only for catching flies. Sorry!

 

[wasfast]

The framing lingo as I understand it: King stud= full sized stud. Jack stud= header support as in door openings. Cripple= the short support studs under a window. Very non-PC term but it's an old term.

 

[Bob Heine]

The framing lingo as I understand it: King stud= full sized stud. Jack stud= header support as in door openings. Cripple= the short support studs under a window. Very non-PC term but it's an old term.

Wasfast, in 1965 I had my first artificial arm made at the proudly named Institute for the Crippled and Disabled in Manhattan. After taking my road test for a driver's license in Australia in 1989 they told me I needed a wheel spinner and the only place that carried them in Sydney was the ******* Centre.

I actually liked the Institute's name because you knew what they did, unlike their PC names: NYU Langone Medical Center or Rusk Rehabilitation (training center for criminals?). Australia changed the name of the ******* Centre to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance in 2011. At least you can understand what's being treated.

P.S. I think I'm going to change my signature to "Cripple Stud" -- maybe not -- already deleted my "Hire the handicapped, we're fun to watch" line to please a sensitive member.

 

[BUGTHUG]

Wasfast, in 1965 I had my first artificial arm made at the proudly named Institute for the Crippled and Disabled in Manhattan. After taking my road test for a driver's license in Australia in 1989 they told me I needed a wheel spinner and the only place that carried them in Sydney was the ******* Centre.

I actually liked the Institute's name because you knew what they did, unlike their PC names: NYU Langone Medical Center or Rusk Rehabilitation (training center for criminals?). Australia changed the name of the ******* Centre to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance in 2011. At least you can understand what's being treated.

P.S. I think I'm going to change my signature to "Cripple Stud" -- maybe not -- already deleted my "Hire the handicapped, we're fun to watch" line.

I use to work here in Winfield at The State Hospital and Training Center. I'm trying to remember the name of it back when it first opened.
It was used for the mental and severely disabled. It was also used for when a unwed mother had a baby, the baby would end up being (thrown) in with the others. These kids weren't given any opportunity for school and most of them were classified as handicapped. The town would hire these kids, when they were teenagers, to do menial work around the town. They would sweep the streets, roll out the awnings on the business, pickup trash etc.
They had a name similar to the ******* center.
Anyway, I like the name of Cripple Stud. It sounds manly, and makes the ladies go oooooooooh

 

[oldironfarmer]

Andy kicking goals...

That Model B Mack will be a welcome addition...

I like your style

Regards

Thanks for stopping by! I like production!

But I'm thinking $3,500 is a bit much for the Mack

Andy, that crossed my mind after I posted that. I realized it was just a spacer and wouldn't be used to carry the load. I guess I should have thought about it for a minute before opening my mouth and using it only for catching flies. Sorry!

No, don't be that way, I always say, when something pops into my head, I need to spit it out or it may pollute my mind

Framing in the US is done to some basic standards which will not get you into trouble if you follow them. I try to follow convention unless it is inconvenient and I can justify the modification. But I don't do it lightly. I think most people wisely follow the convention.

The framing lingo as I understand it: King stud= full sized stud. Jack stud= header support as in door openings. Cripple= the short support studs under a window. Very non-PC term but it's an old term.

Finally someone who knows the business And it's not me, I'm just a novice. Seems like short studs over doors and windows are also called Bobs. Scratch that, I meant Cripples. I get confused so easily.

Wasfast, in 1965 I had my first artificial arm made at the proudly named Institute for the Crippled and Disabled in Manhattan. After taking my road test for a driver's license in Australia in 1989 they told me I needed a wheel spinner and the only place that carried them in Sydney was the ******* Centre.

I actually liked the Institute's name because you knew what they did, unlike their PC names: NYU Langone Medical Center or Rusk Rehabilitation (training center for criminals?). Australia changed the name of the ******* Centre to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance in 2011. At least you can understand what's being treated.

P.S. I think I'm going to change my signature to "Cripple Stud" -- maybe not -- already deleted my "Hire the handicapped, we're fun to watch" line to please a sensitive member.

I'm sorry your acceptance of your minor disability has to be limited by PC. But that's our world. Years and years ago we were making 14 sets of operating and maintenance manuals, 13 volumes. I had two engineers putting the paper together and making sure everything was identical in each set. Numbing work. We had white drawing pockets, three hole punched, and I walked by the room they were working in one day and each of them were working away each wearing a drawing pocket like a dunce hat. Cute. I stopped to visit, they kept straight faces and we did not discuss the hats. They kept wearing them, and finally labeled them "Andy Cap, Hire the Andy Capped". It was hilarious but probably not in vogue this year.

That being said, Cripple Stud, or even Stud Cripple sounds appropriate, better check with your fan base.

I use to work here in Winfield at The State Hospital and Training Center. I'm trying to remember the name of it back when it first opened.
It was used for the mental and severely disabled. It was also used for when a unwed mother had a baby, the baby would end up being (thrown) in with the others. These kids weren't given any opportunity for school and most of them were classified as handicapped. The town would hire these kids, when they were teenagers, to do menial work around the town. They would sweep the streets, roll out the awnings on the business, pickup trash etc.
They had a name similar to the ******* center.
Anyway, I like the name of Cripple Stud. It sounds manly, and makes the ladies go oooooooooh

Progress has made some positive changes, along with the negative ones.

Thanks for the great comments, guys!

 

[oldironfarmer]

I was up in the mezzanine of my shop early this morning measuring out broom twine for a sale. Looked down and saw Miss Vicky (she didn't see me spying on her). Isn't she cute?

 

[wasfast]

Cripple Stud[/B]" -- maybe not -- already deleted my "Hire the handicapped, we're fun to watch" line to please a sensitive member.

..........then I want to be King Stud

 

[Lyndon]

Thanks for stopping by! I like production!

But I'm thinking $3,500 is a bit much for the Mack

. . . .

Andy

Wait for it, but Simon (HOTFR8) is going to be all over that picture like a seagull on a chip!!!!

Lyndon
Wait for it, wait for it!!!

 

[madoc1]

Thanks for stopping by! I like production!

But I'm thinking $3,500 is a bit much for the Mack

No, don't be that way, I always say, when something pops into my head, I need to spit it out or it may pollute my mind

Framing in the US is done to some basic standards which will not get you into trouble if you follow them. I try to follow convention unless it is inconvenient and I can justify the modification. But I don't do it lightly. I think most people wisely follow the convention.



Finally someone who knows the business And it's not me, I'm just a novice. Seems like short studs over doors and windows are also called Bobs. Scratch that, I meant Cripples. I get confused so easily.



I'm sorry your acceptance of your minor disability has to be limited by PC. But that's our world. Years and years ago we were making 14 sets of operating and maintenance manuals, 13 volumes. I had two engineers putting the paper together and making sure everything was identical in each set. Numbing work. We had white drawing pockets, three hole punched, and I walked by the room they were working in one day and each of them were working away each wearing a drawing pocket like a dunce hat. Cute. I stopped to visit, they kept straight faces and we did not discuss the hats. They kept wearing them, and finally labeled them "Andy Cap, Hire the Andy Capped". It was hilarious but probably not in vogue this year.

That being said, Cripple Stud, or even Stud Cripple sounds appropriate, better check with your fan base.



Progress has made some positive changes, along with the negative ones.

Thanks for the great comments, guys!

3500? how much do you think to ship to austin area tex? love it

jim

knowing you, it's probably a joke.

 

[oldironfarmer]

..........then I want to be King Stud

We all want to be, but are you?

 

[oldironfarmer]

Andy

Wait for it, but Simon (HOTFR8) is going to be all over that picture like a seagull on a chip!!!!

Lyndon
Wait for it, wait for it!!!

Guess I need to get a picture, I have an old F-5 (1952), what is Simon's?

 

[oldironfarmer]

3500? how much do you think to ship to austin area tex? love it

jim

knowing you, it's probably a joke.

I'm sure it could be driven to Austin.

Am I getting a reputation?

 

[oldironfarmer]

Got out early today and made two brooms. Here's a picture of the first one. These are kid's brooms, I need to make these and full size for show week from Saturday in Fairview, OK (JD National 2 Cylinder Show, I'm the local museum's broom maker).

I've decided to post how I make a broom on Free Parking because it will take lots of pictures. Is that the right place?

 

[Craptain]

Got out early today and made two brooms. Here's a picture of the first one. These are kid's brooms, I need to make these and full size for show week from Saturday in Fairview, OK (JD National 2 Cylinder Show, I'm the local museum's broom maker).

I've decided to post how I make a broom on Free Parking because it will take lots of pictures. Is that the right place?

I guess it would be OK but maybe Fabrication and techniques is more appropriate.
Wherever it goes I am eagerly waiting.

Sent from my LG-D801 using Tapatalk

 

[oldironfarmer]

After I finished the brooms (I planned to make two per day in September to have about 30 ready but only started today, what have I been doing with all my time) started installing blocking between the joists on the 8 ft ceiling. SIL didn't come today so it was slow going but I got done.

Then I cut the first joist from the overhead door and raised it 3-1/2" to make a little well to give the top section of the door clearance as it is rotating. I have 9 ft doors in a 10 ft room (where the blue car is) and the top seal just drags the ceiling for a few inches. Talked to the door vendor and he said he could make it work with an 8 ft ceiling but would like to have a few inches more.

Got just a little work to do tomorrow to be ready for the insulator on Saturday, sheet rock one side of the foundry wall and cut the attic opening. And clean everything out (not my strong suit)

Good news on the contractor front. Sheetrocker came out and measured today and will work evenings next week, and he gave me the name of a finisher. I called him, and he said week after next he could get to it. The only downside, the sheetrocker needs cash and doesn't want to barter

The stars are aligning. I'd better start looking for a four post lift

 

[oldironfarmer]

I guess it would be OK but maybe Fabrication and techniques is more appropriate.
Wherever it goes I am eagerly waiting.

Sent from my LG-D801 using Tapatalk

OK, I'll look for Fabrication and Techniques, didn't see that.

 

[BBChevro]

...
...After taking my road test for a driver's license in Australia in 1989 they told me I needed a wheel spinner and the only place that carried them in Sydney was the ******* Centre.
...

There's an Aussie comedian named Steady Eddie (he has CP) who recalled how he had a fairly inconspicuous childhood - except for every Monday to Friday, twice a day a bus would pull up outside his house with "******* Centre" written down each side of it.

...
...already deleted my "Hire the handicapped, we're fun to watch" line to please a sensitive member.

I always liked that line Bob, I always thought that it accurately reflected your personality (in a positive way) - but these days we all have to be "PC" (so they tell me).

Thanks for stopping by! I like production!

But I'm thinking $3,500 is a bit much for the Mack

...

I know it's different economy, different dollars - but even with currency conversion, that restored B model would be an incredible bargain here.

They were a great workhorse - pretty cramped and pretty ****** hot, but a damn good truck.


My brother's first Mack was a B model, not as pretty as the one that you were looking at. ...

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...We had white drawing pockets, three hole punched, and I walked by the room they were working in one day and each of them were working away each wearing a drawing pocket like a dunce hat. Cute. I stopped to visit, they kept straight faces and we did not discuss the hats...

...

My wife often remarks "never trust a man that, if left alone with a tea-cosy (one of those knitted covers that go on a tea-pot), doesn't try to put it on his head"


Great progress on the build Andy

 

[dlcwent]

It didn't take much to spin this thread out of control. MARK MARK MARK it's the world we now live in, everything has to be PC or else.

Now back to the show...............Andy???? Cash for work....unheard of.

 

[oldironfarmer]

I know it's different economy, different dollars - but even with currency conversion, that restored B model would be an incredible bargain here.

They were a great workhorse - pretty cramped and pretty ****** hot, but a damn good truck.


My brother's first Mack was a B model, not as pretty as the one that you were looking at. ...

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My wife often remarks "never trust a man that, if left alone with a tea-cosy (one of those knitted covers that go on a tea-pot), doesn't try to put it on his head"

Great progress on the build Andy

Thanks for the comments, who hasn't worn a tea cozy?

It didn't take much to spin this thread out of control. MARK MARK MARK it's the world we now live in, everything has to be PC or else.

Now back to the show...............Andy???? Cash for work....unheard of.

Cash, when did that have to start?

 

[oldironfarmer]

Well, guys, I'm a despicable liar.

I stopped and asked about the Mack B and they said it was not for sale

I won't give up, but logged on here and tried to get you guys to tell me I was an idiot for not buying it at $3,500. I sure would have if it had been for sale. The guy does have two other Mack B's, not restored. I only talked to his wife, I'll go back later and see whether he would part with one of the others. Of course I have lots of stuff I refuse to sell

 

[oldironfarmer]

Didn't get two brooms made today. Didn't get any brooms made today. Insulator is coming at 7:30 tomorrow and I spent all day finishing up details. And the sheetrocker wants to work Sunday, so I have zero time between contractors, maybe s few hours Saturday night.

I had some leftover sheetrock on the mezzanine. Up eleven ft high stairs, so I packed them down first thing this morning. SIL couldn't help today.

3 2/3 8 ft sheets, just enough to do the wall between the foundry room and the paint booth.

I also dug out my sheetrock jack. It was on the mezzanine out under the low eave.

I would not have used the jack with help, but alone I'm getting too old to hold up a sheet and drive a screw with the other hand and keep it 5/8" from the top so the ceiling rock can be shoved in later. The jack is like cheating

Wall done, ready for insulation!

Then I started on the rat run for the 12 ft room. As soon as the walls are insulated the sheetrocker will be on the sheetrock and putting the rat run in will be much harder. I'm using 16" wide OSB. I think it is necessary for access since the rafters are only 4 ft above the joists. You can't crouch and walk on joists that low. Cut the access door first.

Ripped some OSB and made several trips up the ladder.

We had some good rain today and I saw a few more roof leaks so I went up and screwed around on the roof, also painted on some more leak stop. It has worked well where I have used it, just haven't had the time to do every nail.

Also started nailing down rat run on the 8 ft ceiling.

We had placed the boards earlier, and I can work off the rolling scaffold so this goes really quickly.

I also cut in a walk through door for the paint booth but forgot to take a picture, so i guess I really didn't do it

Tomorrow I need to finish cleaning out the lumber and cords so the insulators have a clean space to work, and I'm going to try to cut in a frame for the paint booth exhaust. That could be done later, but will be easier now. I just need to have everything done by 7:30 when they arrive.

Guess I'd best be making brooms while they are insulating.

 

[oldironfarmer]

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That's just an outstanding action photograph of your brother's truck!

 

[BBChevro]

That's just an outstanding action photograph of your brother's truck!

Thanks Andy, he made no secret of the fact that it was his all time favorite photo.

 

[oldironfarmer]

Thanks Andy, he made no secret of the fact that it was his all time favorite photo.

Rightly so, great photo, even more clarity would detract from it.

 

[madoc1]

coming alonf pretty good andy. what is the purpose of the rat run? rodent races?

jim

 

[don long]

I love the humor in this thread.
I see a lot of old treasures in the miss Vicky photo.
And one more thing Andy !! When I see (SIL) my first translation is Sister in law
and thing she must be quite the woman.

Don

 

[oldironfarmer]

coming alonf pretty good andy. what is the purpose of the rat run? rodent races?

jim

Rat runs keep the mice from tearing up the insulation, they can just run from end to end on a smooth surface.

I guess.

That's what I've always heard anything that runs along the building on top of joists called. I use them for walkways (or crawlways with this low roof) and have the habit of always installing them in new construction. They have never been in the way and have often come in handy later on.

I love the humor in this thread.
I see a lot of old treasures in the miss Vicky photo.
And one more thing Andy !! When I see (SIL) my first translation is Sister in law
and thing she must be quite the woman.

Don

My plan is to get everything cleaned up and sorted out. When I have a place to put it

Well I will mend my evil ways. From now on I will call my Son In Law what he really is, my BIL-F (my Brother-in-Law's Father)

Thanks for the head's up (but head's up my what?)

Thanks for stopping by, guys!

 

[oldironfarmer]

Time to clean up for the insulators. The pile of lumber has diminished nicely so it's less work to move.

I've decided to leave my old compressor connection as is and insulate and sheetrock around it. This will be air supply for the 12 ft room.

I have outlets every ten feet along the wall.

Considered relocating them to the face of the new wall but it would mean new boxes and new wiring, and the other side of the wall is somewhat cluttered.

I don't really know where I want outlets so I decided to abandon them in place. I'm not using much, most of the outlets are full of mud dauber nests.

Time to hang up cords and hoses. These are my home made hooks made out of drop from a project. Do not under any circumstances look at this picture upside down!

Clean and swept!

Finished everything for the insulators just before they showed up.

 

[oldironfarmer]

The insulators got right to work.

The insulation is cellulose, treated for insects and rodents. R-21.5 insulation value. But it goes on wet, so we have to wait 48 hours to sheetrock it. Sheetrocker delivered sheetrock today and is going to put the ceilings in tomorrow, Sunday. He promised to do the walls this coming week.

Finished job!

And rock on the floor!

While the insulators were working I made four more small brooms, so we're up to eight. I'm late getting started but it's focus on brooms this week!

 

[oldironfarmer]

I'm taking another week off! Ooooh! This is getting to be habit forming. But I need to get brooms made, and I have contractors to wait on. I realized today as I was putting up tools that I'm essentially done framing, and cutting sheet metal. Focus is shifting to painting, wiring, and outfitting the new area.

Speaking of wiring, the insulator showed up (mother and son) and the lady asked about wiring (because there isn't any). I slapped my forehead and shouted "OH ****!". They were not sure if they should unload. I assured them I had forgotten it on purpose. Some of you will like my wiring scheme and some will abhor it. We're all different, eh!

It's been two months (and two days) since my first thread post. I'm feeling like a productive two months. I don't want to set a schedule for myself, but within two more months surely I can start cleaning and organizing the original shop, using the additional space to unclutter.

I very much appreciate all the comments and interest in my shabby space. It is yet to be seen whether I can modify my behavior and create a clean and organized space in which to work. After I had started building I decided to commit part of my new storage to a paint booth (which can be used for car storage) and am now very excited to actually have a paint booth!