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Old 01-04-2019 | 09:33 PM
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Originally Posted by guardsredcab
Thanks for the suggestions Igooz.
1. It's located in central Texas with sprayed in foam insulation and HVAC, so it should be reasonably comfortable in the winter. Got two 6 ft ceiling fans to help in summer.
2. Got lots of outlets, but not quite that close together.
3. Have a separate mechanical/storage room and plan to for keep compressor in there. Didn't think about running the lines in the walls...good idea. Drywall is up, so too late for that one.
4. Have 240 in three locations (but not in the attic...like the idea of an elevator to move stuff up there!).
5. Water heater is in mechanical room...far away from large bay
6. Several floor drains (not yet visible in the pic).
7. Foundation is 24" minimum thickness. Built the pad under the lift holes to Atlas' specs and have conduit to run hydraulic and electric lines.
8. Stainless utility sink in the garage itself (will be in the middle of cabinets). Half bath off the first bay including a urinal! (tough negotiation with my wife over that one).

I'll post updates as construction progresses.
It sounds like you have thought of everything.
Unless you are running an air dryer, you don’t want your airlines in the walls as they will freeze, leak, etc even in Texas.
You are gonna want to get provisions for A/C, it gets hot.
I cours tell that’s Texas...your stones probably came out of our quarry in San Antonio, which is were our primary residence is. Thank you.
All the best...looking good.
Old 01-04-2019 | 09:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Yippiekiaye
Got some new wheels on the 488. Changed out the aftermarket ones I had previously that came with the car when I bought it. Drives amazing!
Curious to hear your thoughts on the 488 vs 720s
Old 01-05-2019 | 01:14 AM
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Originally Posted by MatthiasAK
Curious to hear your thoughts on the 488 vs 720s
Performance wise 720 is the fastest thing I’ve ever driven. Blows the doors off anything else. But 488 is more visceral, louder, deeper. No clear winner here. Both amazing cars. 720 turns more heads. No, it literally stops traffic. But 488 has its own charm. If you want the fastest speed demon- get the 720. 488 though is no slouch. It’s an amazing ride. So engaging and fun to drive.
Old 01-05-2019 | 02:48 AM
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Originally Posted by 77tony
Here's what I'm getting..single post drive on, 110v/20amp...$3395 + shipping. Tuxedo is located in TX, and from what I've read supports there products and carries spare parts. http://www.tuxedodistributors.com/au...-ss_manual.pdf
or one of there distributors:
https://automotiveequipmentspecialis...AaAjs1EALw_wcB
Manufactured in the “Peoples Republic of China”.. I will be uncharacteristically blunt in an effort to save you a bunch of future heart ache. Don’t do it.
Old 01-05-2019 | 01:41 PM
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Originally Posted by TexasPorschelover
Manufactured in the “Peoples Republic of China”.. I will be uncharacteristically blunt in an effort to save you a bunch of future heart ache. Don’t do it.

Thanks for the tips^^now looking at American made single post drive on lift(s) as suggested from^^
https://aclifts.com/lifts/m-1-single-post-car-lift/
http://radliftsbygemini.com/single-post-car-lifts/

Just requested pricing from AC & Rad Lifts^^ I've had both 2 and 4 post Chinese lifts in my old shop and had no issues in the 10 years owned. Has anyone actually experienced failures with the Chinese made single post drive on lifts ? TIA T


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Old 01-05-2019 | 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by 77tony
Thanks for the tips^^no looking at American made single post drive on lift(s) as suggested from^^
https://aclifts.com/lifts/m-1-single-post-car-lift/
http://radliftsbygemini.com/single-post-car-lifts/

Just requested pricing from AC & Rad Lifts^^ I've had both 2 and 4 post Chinese lifts in my old shop and had no issues in the 10 years owned. Has anyone actually experienced failures with the Chinese made single post drive on lifts ? TIA T

I did a ton of research this summer for a single-post lift and eventually decided on AC Lifts. Went with their M1 6.5 model because I wanted the flexibility of throwing pretty much whatever I wanted on the lift. Their sales and customer service department is top-notch and they kept me updated on the entire build process (yes, they had to build it from scratch). I wasn't able to get a huge discount even though I bought two M1 6.5 lifts at the same time due to the uncertainty of steel tariffs. I love my lifts and it keeps the center bay of our 3-car garage void of any posts/pillars.

Old 01-05-2019 | 05:31 PM
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Looking into upgrading my garage later this year... Anyone with any contractor/service planing recommendation for the North Scottsdale / Phoenix area? thank you.
Old 01-05-2019 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Conekilr
Simply Awesome !! I would die to have these 2 cars in my garage...
I would guess that this is 4219GT on the right
Old 01-05-2019 | 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Fdvigna
Looking into upgrading my garage later this year... Anyone with any contractor/service planing recommendation for the North Scottsdale / Phoenix area? thank you.
PM me. We built our house about 3 years ago and with the same builder- built a spec home.

Abother option is Joe Jeanie from the boards but he is in the east valley I think and most of his work is out of state.
Old 01-05-2019 | 07:42 PM
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Somewhat related question to viewing these amazing garages. Pluses/minuses on using epoxy type paint versus grinding and coating concrete? And yippie I like your cars the best!
Old 01-05-2019 | 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Kama_Supra
I did a ton of research this summer for a single-post lift and eventually decided on AC Lifts. Went with their M1 6.5 model because I wanted the flexibility of throwing pretty much whatever I wanted on the lift. Their sales and customer service department is top-notch and they kept me updated on the entire build process (yes, they had to build it from scratch). I wasn't able to get a huge discount even though I bought two M1 6.5 lifts at the same time due to the uncertainty of steel tariffs. I love my lifts and it keeps the center bay of our 3-car garage void of any posts/pillars.
same here. Very happy with the acl single post. Made in the US and good customer service.
Old 01-05-2019 | 07:56 PM
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Originally Posted by pdxjim
Somewhat related question to viewing these amazing garages. Pluses/minuses on using epoxy type paint versus grinding and coating concrete? And yippie I like your cars the best!
oh man, you are too kind as there are some amazing garages and cars here. Good time to be an enthusiasts.
Old 01-05-2019 | 09:32 PM
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Originally Posted by pdxjim
Somewhat related question to viewing these amazing garages. Pluses/minuses on using epoxy type paint versus grinding and coating concrete? And yippie I like your cars the best!
...i’ll throw in the 3rd option of porcelain tiles, what do folks like better?
Old 01-05-2019 | 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Fdvigna
Looking into upgrading my garage later this year... Anyone with any contractor/service planing recommendation for the North Scottsdale / Phoenix area? thank you.
I'm a builder/developer in the Gilbert area. PM me and I can tell you the company I used to do the lift in my garage. As for upgrading your garage, I probably can't help you with that. I guess I could, but honestly wouldn't make sense. Most of my work is in Utah and I also build in the Southeast valley. But we don't do small projects. I am building a home in Scottsdale right now (PV area), but only because it's a friend who I have built several big homes for. Most of what we do is 7 figure stuff.

I'm building a detached garage in my back yard right now. 4 car garage wasn't enough and my wife wants the lift out of the main garage. I will definitely be using Porcelain tile on the floor this time. In AZ, it's only about $1-2 per sq ft more than epoxy paint, and quite honestly it holds up better. We have been tiling most of the garages on our custom homes in AZ the last 2-3 years.
Old 01-11-2019 | 10:05 PM
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Been a little busy the past couple days. Garage is 30x55. Mezannine clearance is 10 ft for trailer to fit. Next is paint, stainless cable rail system, and LVP flooring.









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