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SexOnWheels
03-09-2010, 12:28 PM
Where has SOW been?

For all the ‘naysayer’ style comments (who are you?, never noticed you were gone, etc) <------ save it heard it all before

I bought a new house (2000 sq. ft walkout with a finished basement 9 years old) House was ‘turnkey’ ready, with a couple of exceptions:

1. Fence/some exterior needed paint
2. Garage was insulated/boarded [drywall/sheetrock/etc] but raw other than that.

I loved the massive size of the garage complete with a very high section of the ceiling that begs for a car lift to be installed.

So during the move (Yes I found out I was a ‘hoarder’ but that is another story) I started the finishing of ‘Sow Racing’ head quarters:

Picture of the taping process showing the transition of the normal ceiling of a garage to the extra height described above:

http://d.imagehost.org/0600/Garage01.jpg (http://d.imagehost.org/view/0600/Garage01)

What color did I go with? New Jersey Devils/SOW racing colors of course:

Here is the white base coat c/w one of the ‘hack painters’ I had ‘rolling’:

http://e.imagehost.org/0711/Garage2.jpg (http://e.imagehost.org/view/0711/Garage2)

Here is a picture with the red trim painted showing where the four post car lift:

http://e.imagehost.org/0846/Garage3.jpg (http://e.imagehost.org/view/0846/Garage3)

Picture of the stair railing going to the house:

http://d.imagehost.org/0955/Garage4.jpg (http://d.imagehost.org/view/0955/Garage4)



Here is a shot of the ‘mighty sow’ entering the new ‘nest’ for the first time (Note the fine Canadian weather):

http://e.imagehost.org/0871/Garage6.jpg (http://e.imagehost.org/view/0871/Garage6)

Final shot until I purchase and ‘erect’ the lift:

http://i.imagehost.org/0691/Garage7.jpg (http://i.imagehost.org/view/0691/Garage7)

Anyone have any experience with four post car lifts? Been looking at a Bendpack but any feedback is welcomed

sputnik
03-09-2010, 12:33 PM
What kind of lift are you installing?

Is your garage floor reinforced? I have a feeling if you have a 4" standard slab that a lift will not work in your garage.

jonnycat
03-11-2010, 03:31 PM
Are you on the Westside or in Fairmont?

SexOnWheels
05-31-2010, 06:27 PM
Time for an update, I have been busy working on the new 'speedshop' Building new cabinetry, shelving,etc:

Special cabinet to hide all the 'gardening' tools:

http://h.imagehost.org/0246/Car_Lift_15.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0246/Car_Lift_15)

http://h.imagehost.org/0849/Car_Lift_16.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0849/Car_Lift_16)

Main wall full of cabinets c/w work bench:

http://j.imagehost.org/0623/Car_Lift_91.jpg (http://j.imagehost.org/view/0623/Car_Lift_91)

http://h.imagehost.org/0833/Car_Lift_89.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0833/Car_Lift_89)

Sentry
05-31-2010, 08:24 PM
Sweet cabinets, get crackin on that hoist.

SexOnWheels
05-31-2010, 09:05 PM
The reason why I could not post a progress update was all the build up I created by the forshadow/desire/dream to have a car lift. Anything less would have been a failure.

So without further delay the four post car lift I purchased from Calgary, Alberta from:

http://carlift.ca/

Darcy was excellent to deal with and the process/install/packaging/support was flawless! The deals from them are really tough to beat no matter what side of the border you reside.

Arriving home from the purchase:

http://j.imagehost.org/0474/Car_Lift_4.jpg (http://j.imagehost.org/view/0474/Car_Lift_4)

Steel all set up ready for loading:

http://h.imagehost.org/0027/Car_Lift_13.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0027/Car_Lift_13)

With 'the mighty SOW' loaded up ready the trial run:

http://h.imagehost.org/0637/Car_Lift_17.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0637/Car_Lift_17)

Semi-Erect:

http://a.imagehost.org/0111/Car_Lift_21.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0111/Car_Lift_21)

Full-Erection (Ya-Baby) c/w a trail run of the wifes car parked underneath:

http://h.imagehost.org/0718/Car_Lift_31.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0718/Car_Lift_31)

Sponsored by Snap-On, of course:

http://i.imagehost.org/0530/Car_Lift_40.jpg (http://i.imagehost.org/view/0530/Car_Lift_40)

And a couple of pictures of under the race car. I will never need a creeper again:

http://a.imagehost.org/0133/Car_Lift_83.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0133/Car_Lift_83)

http://a.imagehost.org/0133/Car_Lift_83.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0133/Car_Lift_83)

Need to get my UMI K-member installed:

http://i.imagehost.org/0573/Car_Lift_58.jpg (http://i.imagehost.org/view/0573/Car_Lift_58)

It is really nice to have a deam fulfilled (as this does not always happen)

The project is not quite completed as I still got tire racks, additional shelves, new compressor (with hard lines), etc to build/install but overall I am happy with how things turned out!

Parting shot:

http://a.imagehost.org/0283/Car_Lift_72.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0283/Car_Lift_72)

Gripenfelter
06-01-2010, 11:07 PM
New house, big garage, 4 post lift, new baby, Camaro owner...

You sure we weren't separated at birth? :D

Looks good.

My garage is still looking pretty bare. Just a lift in there. Need to get some cabinets.

I like the idea of framing in a closet for the garden tools.

D. Dub
06-02-2010, 10:30 AM
Nice, I am fives shades of green with jealousy.

Isaiah
06-02-2010, 10:50 AM
Disappointing. I was expecting news about a sequel to Babe 2: Pig in the City.

SexOnWheels
06-02-2010, 06:22 PM
This past weekend I added tire racks (two of them I need at least one more) The good thing is that they came in red ~ no color change):

Empty

http://h.imagehost.org/0560/Fathers_day_2010_0.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0560/Fathers_day_2010_0)

Full

http://a.imagehost.org/0164/Fathers_day_2010_2.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0164/Fathers_day_2010_2)

Weird/Bizarre shelves for over the garage overhead door:

http://a.imagehost.org/0968/Fathers_day_2010_5.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0968/Fathers_day_2010_5)

http://a.imagehost.org/0366/Fathers_day_2010_4.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0366/Fathers_day_2010_4)

And even got to use mu upholstery skillz on the bar stools:

http://j.imagehost.org/0667/Fathers_day_2010_6.jpg (http://j.imagehost.org/view/0667/Fathers_day_2010_6)

Sykes
06-03-2010, 01:12 AM
Originally posted by SexOnWheels
This is why I normally do not reply here at Beyond.ca....


I hear ya man.

That's an awesome setup you have there - I only wish! Unfortunately, my garage is only 8ft tall :(

SexOnWheels
06-07-2010, 06:07 PM
This past weekend I added tire racks (two of them I need at least one more) The good thing is that they came in red ~ no color change):

Empty

http://h.imagehost.org/0560/Fathers_day_2010_0.jpg (http://h.imagehost.org/view/0560/Fathers_day_2010_0)

Full

http://a.imagehost.org/0164/Fathers_day_2010_2.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0164/Fathers_day_2010_2)

Weird/Bizarre shelves for over the garage overhead door:

http://a.imagehost.org/0968/Fathers_day_2010_5.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0968/Fathers_day_2010_5)

http://a.imagehost.org/0366/Fathers_day_2010_4.jpg (http://a.imagehost.org/view/0366/Fathers_day_2010_4)

And even got to use my upholstery skillz on the bar stools:

http://j.imagehost.org/0667/Fathers_day_2010_6.jpg (http://j.imagehost.org/view/0667/Fathers_day_2010_6)

SexOnWheels
06-22-2010, 02:52 PM
Double up... :thumbsdow

Lethbridge_man
08-22-2010, 11:39 PM
Thanks for the tip for the lift. I was looking at liftking lifts, but these ones look like they would be just as good, for a lot less money!

I'd like to see yours sometime if you don't mind. Just PM me and I can get in touch with you - I live on the westside.

Take care;

Ross

psycoticclown
08-26-2010, 03:43 PM
So sick!!! Super jealous! Can I come and work on my car there :D

SexOnWheels
09-08-2010, 06:30 AM
@ Ross - PM sent

@Pclown - Anytime....

SexOnWheels
10-22-2010, 01:31 PM
Well it is the time of year in which old man winter is approaching (as well as construction season is [finally] slowing down).

Researched heating options and decided on a Big Maxx Natural gas heater which is rated at 75,000 BTU.

These unit are on sale in Canada for $600 (Princess Auto) I bought mine in Montana for $429 (Big R) I got a great deal as the dollar was the same and no BS (GST) tax in MT. I also bought a side vent kit at the same time.

Here is a shot after the furnace was ‘hung’ and we are routing the gas lines:

http://b.imagehost.org/0577/Furnace_Install_11.jpg (http://b.imagehost.org/view/0577/Furnace_Install_11)

The gas line complete and you can see the exit vent pipe (horizontal):

http://d.imagehost.org/0859/Furnace_Install_13.jpg (http://d.imagehost.org/view/0859/Furnace_Install_13)

http://d.imagehost.org/0136/Furnace_Install_19.jpg (http://d.imagehost.org/view/0136/Furnace_Install_19)

What color did I go with (I know yellow/orange is designated) Red of Course:

http://d.imagehost.org/0288/Furnace_Install_18.jpg (http://d.imagehost.org/view/0288/Furnace_Install_18)

Electrical installed:

http://b.imagehost.org/0448/Furnace_Install_20.jpg (http://b.imagehost.org/view/0448/Furnace_Install_20)

Programmable Thermostat:

http://b.imagehost.org/0025/Furnace_Install_21.jpg (http://b.imagehost.org/view/0025/Furnace_Install_21)

This little unit really throws off the heat. I thought I would never say this but:
I can almost hardly wait for it to get colder so I can see my new heating system warm up my shop/garage.

Sil80_D
10-22-2010, 02:30 PM
Nice choice on the vampire slayer kit.
I was contemplating purchasing one but settled on a flamethrower instead.
Nothing keeps them vamps away like a little heat.
But to each his own i suppose...

Nice setup by the way :thumbsup:

Shlade
11-11-2010, 05:14 AM
Lucky man! what an awesome garage!

SexOnWheels
03-10-2011, 05:21 PM
When I changed out the ball joints on the truck (SOW hauler) I really struggled with the old compressor I had as all the undercarriage bolts are a bugger to break loose.

This prompted the purchase of a new unit:

http://www.lstwo.com/images/71870308369869187494.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)
Got a great deal on this Unit and the color was right.

Here in Canada we use Hockey pucks bolted to the feet:

http://www.lstwo.com/images/67524258530914192099.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

I ran hard lines (copper) so I could access all four corners of my property (and beyond) with any air tool I may need. These show the lines adjacent to the lift:

http://www.lstwo.com/images/50479597646127128199.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

http://www.lstwo.com/images/51508470382578780953.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

We used the rubber insulated ‘brackets’ to damper any vibration:

http://www.lstwo.com/images/42718133555460320192.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

I installed a couple of reels as well as several Quick couplers:

http://www.lstwo.com/images/83984603644752262883.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

Santa brought me one for X-mas which was super of ‘ole Saint Nick’ even if he got the color wrong:

http://www.lstwo.com/images/43935304371943422125.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

http://www.lstwo.com/images/21544270291153082882.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

Turned out good in my opinion and the new unit is a definite upgrade (even if it is much louder when running)

Now I have officially run out of excuses and have to get the engine swap done on SOW but I should have an easier time completing this task with the all the upgrades!

Parting/Glory shot of the completed Compressor install:

http://www.lstwo.com/images/40709134940243095817.jpg (http://www.lstwo.com/)

Phenix
03-10-2011, 06:31 PM
pretty cool set up!:hitit:

unkicrackie99
03-14-2011, 02:33 AM
Nice garage! I actually recognized the neighbourhood right away haha, my cousin actually lives just down the street ;)