hurstscrambler Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 I’m looking to get a fabric temporary garage to store my truck in. I wanted to see if any you guys had them or had any experience with them. I have enough room to keep the truck indoors for the most part, but if I’m working on another project or painting it will need to get moved outside that will be where the tent comes in. I had a single car tent years ago that served me well, it was shelter logic brand. To get something suited to the New England climate and the size I need it looks to be about $4500 from the same manufacturer. That is a bit more that I was hoping, anyone have any input or suggestions? Thanks, Andy Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ditchdiggerjcf Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 They do not hold up well. You would be better off with the metal ones for not a whole lot more money. They will last for years if a storm doesn't destroy it. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454582 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 ^ Yep the fabric one suck. Save your money. I don't know anyone who ever bought one that had any luck with them. Also, make sure you check with your town for permit needs. Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454614 Share on other sites More sharing options...
66dc75 Posted July 1, 2020 Share Posted July 1, 2020 Shelter Logic covers last 2 years at best. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454615 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurstscrambler Posted July 1, 2020 Author Share Posted July 1, 2020 That is a shame, there not cheap. I figured they would be decent. I don’t really want to deal with permits and all that, that is why I was heading in this direction, but it sound like a waste of effort. Who makes a decent metal building? Andy Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454618 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 25 minutes ago, hurstscrambler said: I don’t really want to deal with permits and all that, Better to do it before the purchase. Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454620 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurstscrambler Posted July 2, 2020 Author Share Posted July 2, 2020 I’m saying that I don’t need a permit in my area for a tent garage, for a metal one I’m sure I would. In the end I may add a small amount of square footage to my existing garage so the truck will fit and be less of a nuisance. In that case I’m sure I will be talking to your buddies in the building department. Garages are never large enough. Andy Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454625 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 If it's just for when you're working on another project, why not get a carport? Shouldn't require any permits, and some of them you can get with sides (only open on the ends). From there, it'd be easy enough to close off one end...then add a door on the other to complete it. Probably do all that for less than that tent garage, and will last a heck of a lot longer. Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454627 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted July 2, 2020 Share Posted July 2, 2020 1 hour ago, hurstscrambler said: I’m saying that I don’t need a permit in my area for a tent garage, for a metal one I’m sure I would. Gotcha. In many areas any addition of impervious coverage requires a permit whether a temporary structure or not. Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/63123-tent-garages/#findComment-454632 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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