Popular Post HeavyGunner Posted July 18, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 18, 2019 After quite a few years of trying to figure out what I could build versus what I could afford I ended up purchasing a shop. I am so dang excited. I’ve never even had a garage and now I have a 36’X48’ shop. First of all I know this thread is worthless with out pictures. They will come soon I promise. My old buddy (who I bought my Willy’s pickup from) has had the shop for years. I had told him in the past to let me know if he ever wanted to sell to let me know and would you believe I actually had money at the time he wanted to sell?! Part of the reason I haven’t got pics posted is I’m still waiting for the previous owner to clean his stuff out. He’s a very nice guy and is a bit eccentric and exceptionally intelligent. So he didn’t throw much away and so there isn’t much room other than the trails between stuff. I knew it’d be a process for him to get things sorted out and moved so I’ve been patiently waiting to move my stuff in and helping him along the way. I will admit I’m getting a little antsy to get moved in and start working on my projects like my B75, finish my LS swap in my 73 k20, start my Willy’s wagon project etc. I’m very excited to start working in my shop and will be tapping you guys for your knowledge, tips and tricks. I’m far from being the best at anything but I enjoy working and building stuff. 13 1 Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post tjc transport Posted July 18, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 18, 2019 good luck and congratulations!. it sounds big now, but once you get everything in it it will be way too small. 3 1 Quote when you are up to your armpits in alligators, it is hard to remember you only came in to drain the swamp.. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428224 Share on other sites More sharing options...
terry Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 Glad for you!!👍👍👍 terry Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428226 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryS Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 Congratulations. Nothing like having your own space. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428229 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 2 hours ago, tjc transport said: good luck and congratulations!. it sounds big now, but once you get everything in it it will be way too small. As my dear old Dad always says " you can never have to many sheds " Well done and Im sure you will enjoy it and fill it up plenty quick enough Paul 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428231 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 Excellent! Nothing better than a indoor spot for working on projects. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428237 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Great news. Take your time in setting it up. My barn is 19 years old-still planning😎 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428270 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 1 hour ago, Red Horse said: Great news. Take your time in setting it up. My barn is 19 years old-still planning😎 Gee, I'm glad to know it's not only me! My barn on L.I. was 60 x 45 and was pretty full and not too organized. Moved everything to Virginia and organized alot as it was loaded in containers. Now my shop is 100 x 100 and not only dis organized but too small. I've got 5 full containers I brought down from Maine. I'm close to selling every truck, all the parts and tools. 1 Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428278 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHfred Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Being in Montana I would expect a shop in winter is pretty much a necessity. Even if no heat but out of the wind will probably make a big difference. Good luck with the project. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428284 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 It is a necessity if you’re going to to any vehicle repairs yourself and having a place to tinker can help our long winters pass by as well. This past February we had a nasty cold snap and I needed to changed my plugs, cap and rotor, points and condenser outside while it was -9. It was doable but touching metal that is that cold is real hard on fingers. Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428299 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryS Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I watched a couple of your utubes working outside in winter. This will be a Godsend. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428301 Share on other sites More sharing options...
glitchwrks Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Congrats! Been looking for a building myself too, finding the right thing is always a challenge. NY winters were bad enough to work in, you'll get half the year back for time to work on projects 😛 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428302 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I can't post the photo for some reason but my shop in Va is made up from 14 forty foot hi cube containers with ladder steel trusses. The containers are set up as separate parts and work areas and make all storage and work areas fire proof. 1 Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeH Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 48 minutes ago, 41chevy said: I can't post the photo for some reason but my shop in Va is made up from 14 forty foot hi cube containers with ladder steel trusses. The containers are set up as separate parts and work areas and make all storage and work areas fire proof. That I want to see a picture of. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428314 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 Probably looks something like this. This outfit was building mega loads to go up to the tar sands in Montana. Built the shop out of containers after the steel building got blown down twice midway through construction. Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428318 Share on other sites More sharing options...
glitchwrks Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I keep trying to get my parents to build an equipment shed/shop out of containers for the farm. I guess as long as I'm the one working under the machinery in snow and mud, it won't get done 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428320 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeH Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 1 hour ago, glitchwrks said: I keep trying to get my parents to build an equipment shed/shop out of containers for the farm. I guess as long as I'm the one working under the machinery in snow and mud, it won't get done Lol I think that falls under the category of "if you want it, you build it." Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428325 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hicrop10 Posted July 19, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2019 Here’s a couple of pic of our old shop,till have it.It was 100x100,1 foot concrete floor. 3FFFDE7A-4350-4CEB-83DD-7052D9A728C0.MOV 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428327 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hicrop10 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 86D4A43A-5D4A-4041-867E-1A75ED864933.MOV Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428328 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) 3 hours ago, HeavyGunner said: Probably looks something like this. This outfit was building mega loads to go up to the tar sands in Montana. Built the shop out of containers after the steel building got blown down twice midway through construction. double roof over the containers, that one above it easy 5 or 6 stories. Can't seem to be able to post any photos on BMT today. Edited July 19, 2019 by 41chevy Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428332 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hicrop10 Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 That building was built back in 1963 and that’s the original floor.Used to bring the big tractors(d8-d9’s)in on rubber mats. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428345 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 5 hours ago, hicrop10 said: 86D4A43A-5D4A-4041-867E-1A75ED864933.MOV Nice and I like the 56 "Big Job" in the back bay. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428349 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hicrop10 Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 Red Horse,brought that truck back home from out around Heavy Gunner area in Montana.The other ones are my 79 r model,64 b87,that both were brought new by my dad.The caterpillar is a cat 10 that is one of my 6 that I have.I will get some pic of the other ones this weekend and post. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428360 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 Wow god love ya and have a ball...Bob Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428414 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted July 21, 2019 Author Share Posted July 21, 2019 Thanks Bob. How’s your shop coming along? Have you got moved into it yet? Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58189-finally-did-it/#findComment-428419 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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