New 117 square meter Garage

[John Pelucci]

Good Day
I used to have a single garage which was always full and could only just get my Harley in there. We had a bedroom extention and did a revamp of the kitchen to keep the family happy. We have been in this house for 14 years and always wanted a larger garage for my toys. Well I finally decided to to do just that. I used a builder friend of mine in April to start. Big mistake to use a friend as you loose a friendship very quickly and money he still owes me. In July they had only put the foundation down with 3 courses of bricks at the front and 16 down the sides. The lower store room had only 3 courses down.This is because the walked off site twice, no pay. To cut a long storey short I got my own builders in and did all the supervision daily. In 5 weeks we are up to roof height. The roof goes on tomorrow, windows and garage door by Friday. I cannot believe how good these builders are. They also wish to finish for Xmas. I was given a tip to try out on the walls and floor which I have tried and really like it. I have added red oxide into the wall plaster which very nice. I will do the same with the floor with gray and then use a none slip sealer.

I have joined this site to get idea's for the set up of the garage. Any idea's or sites to look at would be appreshiated.

I have a Ford 1955 F 100 which I have just completed last week. A 1955 Studebaker Champion, 2 x Harley Davidson and 3 modern cars. It will be nice to have the space to park in my own garage. I have been keeping these at my factory which is a pain when I want to go for a ride. I am so looking forward to completion so I can open the garage door to go for a ride.

I think I am really looking forward to tinkering around in the garage to tell the truth.

Cheers

John

 

[1/2 Cup]

G'Day and welcome aboard John, sounds like you are now on track with your build, all the best with it..

 

[John Pelucci]

Thank for your input. The heavens opened today when they were putting the trusses up. Not to worry we will plod on. Have a nice day.

Cheers

John

 

[kingnba6]

Welcome to GJ.

 

[John Pelucci]

Hi
Well the plastic is battened down and tiles will go on today. It will be so nice to be able to park my 2 Harley's and my 2 classics at home and not at work. I am getting really excited like a kid with a new toy. If anyone has idea's for the workshop area please send me some photo's.
Cheers

John

 

[Justanoldguy]

Where are you located John.
I see no indication of it.

 

[1/2 Cup]

Thanks for the update John, looking good.

Can I suggest you have a troll through some of the other setups in the garage gallery and pick the ideas that will suit your circumstances. I find its a pretty personal thing really and you do have a blank canvas so to speak. A shop is like a good wine, matures with age...
What works for some may not be suited to your needs.
All the best with your build.

Regards

 

[John Pelucci]

Hi

I am located in Durban South Africa. Came here in 1980 for a holiday and stayed. I will check out the gallery and see what ideas I can find. I like American muscle and V 8 sound. I have a 2003 Harley road king, 1996 Softail, Studebaker Champion r/h drive straite six ( am going to sell ). My pride and joy which is now complete after 8 years. 1955 r/h drive F 100 with a Cleveland V 8 and a multi colored paint job. I must say I like the Lincoln you have there. Windows going in today and finishing the roof tiles today. Hope to park my toys in the garage next week.

Have a great day.

John