OP
Thanks, time for an update been a little busy.
Above 1200 Sq/FT Garage Refurb®
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Thanks, time for an update been a little busy.
OP
Been busy lately trying to get a multiple of things done, including a few extra shifts, working outside and at my parents.
So yesterday, I got the JD1025 in it's new home. Since all my dirt work except for one spot is done and the grass is growing, I took the back hoe off. I also moved all the attachments over to this new bay.
Since it's a rarity to use it, The quick hitch/weight bar got stuck in the back, along with the weight. I hung up the extra chains that I have been using with the JD on the pallet racking rather than the other storage space.
You can also see the finished airlines on the west wall.
So yesterday, I got the JD1025 in it's new home. Since all my dirt work except for one spot is done and the grass is growing, I took the back hoe off. I also moved all the attachments over to this new bay.
Since it's a rarity to use it, The quick hitch/weight bar got stuck in the back, along with the weight. I hung up the extra chains that I have been using with the JD on the pallet racking rather than the other storage space.
You can also see the finished airlines on the west wall.
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You can see how nicely the chains hung up on the wire shelves.
3 pt hitch stuffed behind the back hoe along with the back plate for the pallet forks. The forks are standing up to take less floor space and are bungee'd in place to prevent them from falling over.
Everything in place including the loader bucket under the other section of racking. It's sitting on some HF mover's dollies. possibly an update on that later.
You can see how far the backhoe sticks out. Sure, it seems like a lot but It I didn't build a dolley for it, it would take up about a 6x6 section of floor space.
Need to do a few small things, touch up some wall paint, wire in the welder outlet and start a lil restoration on that Cman box. Nothing fancy but but make it usable.
3 pt hitch stuffed behind the back hoe along with the back plate for the pallet forks. The forks are standing up to take less floor space and are bungee'd in place to prevent them from falling over.
Everything in place including the loader bucket under the other section of racking. It's sitting on some HF mover's dollies. possibly an update on that later.
You can see how far the backhoe sticks out. Sure, it seems like a lot but It I didn't build a dolley for it, it would take up about a 6x6 section of floor space.
Need to do a few small things, touch up some wall paint, wire in the welder outlet and start a lil restoration on that Cman box. Nothing fancy but but make it usable.
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casmurbax
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Good use of space.
You built the dolly for the back hoe? When I first saw it in middle of your garage, I was that seems like weird place to take off. Then I saw the dolly.
You built the dolly for the back hoe? When I first saw it in middle of your garage, I was that seems like weird place to take off. Then I saw the dolly.
xtremek
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Do you use the backhoe attachment enough to justify the cost? I borrow the neighbor's Kubota enough to warrant the cost (for the bucket, and I wish I had that kind of money), but I don't see the frequent need for a back bucket. Not trying to be a snot, just very nosey.
OP
Yes. I found a few others online that had built dollies for their back hoes you they could be moved around and take up less space. I just started taking measurements after looking at online pictures.
Trapps
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A place for every thing, and every thing in its place. 
OP
I used it to dig the foundation for my garage addition. I'm sure that would have cost me a grand to hire some one to come in and do it.
So far, I have used it to dig the trench out front for the tile, saved me several hours of hand digging with a shovel. I added a tile around back, 30' worth. That would have been more digging with a shovel.
Dug up the electric line when my parents built their 24x32 shop. Which ended up getting abandoned for a larger service line. I also put in a trench for tile at the back of their sunroom. Saved more hand digging or hiring it out.
Once their new shop was built, I dug out 100 plus feet in hard *** clay (dry, no rain for 6 weeks) for the down spouts. I tied them into a run out tile for their septic.
Last week I was over there and dug out a section of an old "swampy" area through the woods. Ever hand dig through a woods ? It's not easy. THis made it way more easier.
So, I'll put it this way,
It's something I wanted. Priceless.
Financed through JD credit at 0%. Paying nothing extra in financed money.
I bought it at age 50, I figure I get to use it for the next 20 years. If we get my parents house when they pass, there's 17 acres of woods. I'll be able to use it there then and now to help take care of the place.
I hope that makes sense and you're not be nosey, just curious and that's human nature.
Any other questions, fire away.
OP
A place for every thing, and every thing in its place.
LOL, I've been called a slight bit OCD. I correct people and just tell them I'm organized. I don't want to hunt for something longer than what the job takes. I want to be able to see my stuff and know if something is missing.
Trapps
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LOL, I've been called a slight bit OCD. I correct people and just tell them I'm organized. I don't want to hunt for something longer than what the job takes. I want to be able to see my stuff and know if something is missing.
Sounds a bit like 'junk on a bunk' disorder.
OP
Been doing a few small things as time allows.
I removed the old 50 amp outlet in the main garage area. This was done a few months back. When I added the door way through, I had to cut off the conduit for the mig welder. I still had one outlet for it but it was on a 20A breaker.
I replaced that conduit and rewired the outlet for a 50A breaker for the new welder.
I added a second outlet for the welder in the addition. This is below the sub-panel and near the O/H door. This will allow me to take the welder outside with a cord to reach something.
I removed the old 50 amp outlet in the main garage area. This was done a few months back. When I added the door way through, I had to cut off the conduit for the mig welder. I still had one outlet for it but it was on a 20A breaker.
I replaced that conduit and rewired the outlet for a 50A breaker for the new welder.
I added a second outlet for the welder in the addition. This is below the sub-panel and near the O/H door. This will allow me to take the welder outside with a cord to reach something.
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I added a white board to the wall for some lists or drawing plans. You can see the added airline drop with a regulator for the plasma cutter. This is also the main outlet for the new welder.
In running the conduit, I had to cut a notch in the raceway cover. I fired up the plasma cutter for the first metal project in the addition.
In running the conduit, I had to cut a notch in the raceway cover. I fired up the plasma cutter for the first metal project in the addition.
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Some of you may have noticed I mentioned new welder. A few months ago, I picked up a new Hobart Ironman 230. Sad to say, I haven't even used it but, honestly, I haven't been ready for it. I also picked up a spool gun for it. Sitting on the bench is the accessory box, spool gun, new spool of wire, 2lb spool of aluminum wire and extension cord for getting it outside.
Out with the old girl. My trusty Hobart 175 is going to be sold to a friend. He should be out tomorrow evening to pick it up after a swap of cash. I considered taking it to my parents for their new shop. Step-dad probably wouldn't use it much but it would be there if I needed it.
If the deal doesn't go through Friday, I think that's where it's going. He's getting the welder, cart, auto-darkening helmet and the extension cord I made for it. The tank stays with me and there is probably half a 10lb spool of wire inside.
Out with the old girl. My trusty Hobart 175 is going to be sold to a friend. He should be out tomorrow evening to pick it up after a swap of cash. I considered taking it to my parents for their new shop. Step-dad probably wouldn't use it much but it would be there if I needed it.
If the deal doesn't go through Friday, I think that's where it's going. He's getting the welder, cart, auto-darkening helmet and the extension cord I made for it. The tank stays with me and there is probably half a 10lb spool of wire inside.
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xtremek
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Looks like you've been chipping away at it pretty steady.
captain14
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The white board will work well for planning projects and drawing schematics out before you get the material.
Maybe get another one for “needs for the shop” ie. more wire nuts, 16D nails etc.
Maybe get another one for “needs for the shop” ie. more wire nuts, 16D nails etc.
BlakeTheCarGuy
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Nice. Can’t beat a Hobart welder in my opinion anyway.
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1Garageman
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That is looking amazing! You saved a TON of money doing all this by yourself!
OP
Yep, good welders for the money... I now have nine $50 bills in my pocket and down to one welder.
BlakeTheCarGuy
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That’s great. Best of both worlds I guess lol. Even though a backup welder would be handy in case yours breaks.
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OP
I still have a Lincoln tombstone I can stick weld with or take something to another buddy's house in town....my old Hobart will also be a mile down the road.
OP
Generally right that down on paper for a shopping list. Sometimes, snap a picture of it with my phone.
I know but I did spend a ton even doing it myself.
OP
So I have been using this for a paper towel holder. I got it years ago with a package of papertowels. It works but it's about a 2 handed operation. I wanted something that I could simply reach, grab and swipe a sheet off.
So I started with some all-thread, a piece of pvc conduit some nuts and washers.
So I started with some all-thread, a piece of pvc conduit some nuts and washers.
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After a few minutes, most of the time spent fixing the threads on the all-thread, I came up with this. I drilled through the upright of the pallet racking. Using a fatter washer held in place by nuts on each side act to hold the roll on the conduit. Then washers/nuts on both sides of the pallet racking. I added a nylock nut just as precaution from it loosening up over time.
Stick a roll of paper towels on it and mark it off the "to-do" list.
Stick a roll of paper towels on it and mark it off the "to-do" list.
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casmurbax
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nice paper towel solution.
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BlakeTheCarGuy
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Nice [emoji106]. It’s not a garage if you don’t have some good music playing.
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Thanks Blake. Some good music helps saves my sanity. . . . especially, at work.
OP
So I did this quick little project the other day. I've been setting the loader bucket under the pallet racking. I've used 2 HF dolleys but wanted something different.
So I did nothing more than screw a couple of 2x4s across the dolleys and instant bucket dolley. Now it easily rolls out of the way and along side the JD to storage.
This allowed me to get what needs to go under the pallet racking shelf. Torches, Lincoln ARC welder and my Hobart MIG welder. The plasma cutter will get moved on the shelf where it sits.
So I did nothing more than screw a couple of 2x4s across the dolleys and instant bucket dolley. Now it easily rolls out of the way and along side the JD to storage.
This allowed me to get what needs to go under the pallet racking shelf. Torches, Lincoln ARC welder and my Hobart MIG welder. The plasma cutter will get moved on the shelf where it sits.
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As I sanded the inside of the small drawers, I primed where I sanded through the paint.
The bottom drawers were worse, alot worse. The way they looked and how the box itself looks, makes me think this was a road box.
The bottom drawer and deepest drawer took work, both inside and out.
The bottom drawers were worse, alot worse. The way they looked and how the box itself looks, makes me think this was a road box.
The bottom drawer and deepest drawer took work, both inside and out.
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Since I work tomorrow, I wanted the insides done. Unfortunately, even with the second can of bedliner I bought today, I didn't have enough.
Small drawers got a second coat on the bottom of the drawers.
The large drawers got their initial coat.
I like using Rustoleum spray can bed-liner to do the inside of the drawers when repainting a tool box. It makes covering up the old paint quick and easy. It's also a rugged finish that won't chip or scratch.
Small drawers got a second coat on the bottom of the drawers.
The large drawers got their initial coat.
I like using Rustoleum spray can bed-liner to do the inside of the drawers when repainting a tool box. It makes covering up the old paint quick and easy. It's also a rugged finish that won't chip or scratch.
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Looks like you are making some good progress.
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bugnut
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Eric, the garage is looking very good. Tool box looks like a fun project. I just tool my first trip with rustoleum bedliner on the backside of a couple rusty bumpers. Was impressed with how well it worked.
Would suggest pipe insulation or pool noodle on the edge of the bucket to save walls, shins, etc.
Would suggest pipe insulation or pool noodle on the edge of the bucket to save walls, shins, etc.
OP
Slowly, been busy since it's been decent weather outside but rain was coming yesterday. I thought it would be better spent in the garage rather trying to dodge rain.
Pool noodles are a good thought. Fortunately, the JD sits close and makes it a "no walk zone."
Definitely will keep it in the back of my mind though.
38 Dodge Coupe
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Eric,
I see in the Columbus Dispatch that your town is finally able to begin celebrating their towns bicentennial today and the fire dept is assisting with the festivities. Is that something you will be participating in?
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I see in the Columbus Dispatch that your town is finally able to begin celebrating their towns bicentennial today and the fire dept is assisting with the festivities. Is that something you will be participating in?
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OP
Yep, I helped to drop the weiny.
Let me get on the PC at home so I can link something
Let me get on the PC at home so I can link something
OP
Been at work on a 48, so no progress except I did get the drawer fronts painted. Typical Rustoleum paint, goes on nice and you never know what's going to happen. Not too heavy yet, apparently it was as I got a few runs.
The bottom drawer had one big sag across the front with several runs. I flipped it back over and tried to chase the runs off the drawer face. It it was going to accumulate into drips, I wanted it where it wouldn't be seen, under the handle.
I also painted the bottom of the bottom drawer, it needed some paint on it.
The bottom drawer had one big sag across the front with several runs. I flipped it back over and tried to chase the runs off the drawer face. It it was going to accumulate into drips, I wanted it where it wouldn't be seen, under the handle.
I also painted the bottom of the bottom drawer, it needed some paint on it.
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Bucyrus is the "Bratwurst Capital of the World" with a Brat Festival every 3rd weekend in August. They wanted to do something special so I guy made a 11' foam/fiberglass bratwurst sandwich.
Since we got nominated to drop it from our ladder tower, we nick-named it a big weiny and the joke for us was dropping the weiny.
Not sure how well this link will work.
https://www.bucyrustelegraphforum.c...ation-long-awaited-bratwurst-drop/4908391001/
Trust me, I didn't think this stuff up. If you can watch the video, I was on the other side of the truck.